Small Batch

Small Batch · Custom Parts

Small-batch and low-volume production without tooling — from one unit to repeat runs of custom parts.

Quick answer

3D printing small-batch production starts from a single piece with no tooling, and larger quantities allow unit price and lead time to be optimized through process and batching. Reorders with the same file, options and material follow the same production standard, and FDM, SLA and DLP can be combined to fit each use.

Order quantity
From 1
Order quantity
No minimum batch to start
Upfront cost
No tooling
Upfront cost
Small lots without molds
Process mix
3
Process mix
FDM · SLA · DLP
Repeat orders
Same spec
Repeat orders
Same file, options, material

No molds — just the quantity you need

  • Tool-free small lots

    Produce only what you need, with no mold investment.

  • Repeat · fixed specs

    Reorder the same part to the same standard.

  • Process mix

    Assign FDM, SLA, or DLP part by part.

  • Volume pricing

    Higher quantities allow process and batch optimization for price and lead time.

Process

Standard parts instantly, special specs after review

Standard shapes are priced instantly with auto-quote; special tolerances or finishing are reviewed by our team.

  1. Start here · Standard shapes

    STEP 1

    Auto-quote

    Upload and choose quantity, process, and material to see the price.

    Output

    Volume quote

    Get auto-quote
  2. Start here · Special specs

    STEP 2

    Team review

    Special tolerances or finishing are reviewed, then method and price are shared.

    Output

    Custom quote

    Contact us
  3. STEP 3

    Batch production

    Process and batching are optimized for the quantity.

    Output

    Small lot

  4. STEP 4

    Reorder

    Same file, options, and material keep the same production standard.

    Output

    Consistent repeats

Process Mix

Split processes by part type

Parts of one product can have different needs — producing them with different processes is more efficient.

Functional · assembly

FDM · PETG · ABS

Strong and cost-efficient for repeat runs of fastening and assembly parts.

Surface
Strength
Cost efficiency
Appearance · detail

SLA · Resin

Smooth surfaces and fine detail for visible parts.

Surface
Strength
Cost efficiency
Small precise repeats

DLP · Resin

Cures a whole layer at once — efficient for many identical small parts.

Surface
Strength
Cost efficiency

Bars reflect general tendencies from our print-method comparison; results vary with geometry, quantity, and finishing.

Real Output

Real 3D printing work by WOW3D

Parts we printed in-house on FDM, SLA and DLP machines. See more in the print gallery.

  • Garment buttons and jig — Black resin DLP 3D printed part by WOW3D

    Garment buttons and jig

    DLP · Black resin

  • Scale model car tires — Flexible resin DLP 3D printed part by WOW3D

    Scale model car tires

    DLP · Flexible resin

  • Bottle cap prototype — White resin DLP 3D printed part by WOW3D

    Bottle cap prototype

    DLP · White resin

  • Arduino product enclosure — PLA FDM 3D printed part by WOW3D

    Arduino product enclosure

    FDM · PLA

Repeat Order

Fixed specs make reorders easy

Lock the file, options, and material on the first order, and every reorder follows the same standard.

First order

FileOptionsMaterial
Standard set

Reorder

Same fileSame optionsSame material
Same standard applied

Ways to lower unit price

  1. Bundle parts with the same process and material
  2. Lower infill on hidden interiors
  3. Ask about pricing once quantity is set

Frequently asked questions

Q

From how many units is small-batch possible?

From one piece. Higher quantities allow process and batch optimizations for unit cost and lead time.

Q

Can custom parts use auto-quote?

Standard shapes can be quoted automatically; special tolerances or finishing may need admin review.

Q

Is quality consistent on repeat orders?

Reordering the same file, options, and material applies the same production standards.

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