Why Does a 3D Printed Miniature Cost $20?
Why Does a 3D Printed Miniature Cost $20?
I get this question a lot! And I get it sometimes you can probably find the actual toy for even less than $20 so the same price for a miniature seems like a lot.
That comparison however, is not apples to apples.Β Here's a little glimpse to the process of making a miniature:
That comparison however, is not apples to apples.Β Here's a little glimpse to the process of making a miniature:
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Design TimeΒ β Each mini is custom-designed, sized, and prepped for printing. This can take hours to days of creative work.
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Print TimeΒ β Each part/piece is individually printed, often taking several hoursΒ per mini.
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Material CostsΒ β Quality filament isnβt cheap β especially for the detail and durability collectors expect.
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Finishing & CleaningΒ β Every print needs careful support removal, sanding, and sometimes gluing β all by hand.
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Small Batch = Higher CostΒ β I'm not a factory. I'm a small business creating small runs for collectors like you.Β
Β Hope this gives a bit of insight