Shapeways

Shapeways: Online 3D Printing Service & Marketplace

Upload your 3D model designs for online printing in various materials like plastic, metal, and sandstone, with direct shipping options.

What is Shapeways?

Shapeways is an online 3D printing service and marketplace that allows users to make, buy, and sell 3D printed products. Users can upload their own 3D model files created in CAD or 3D modeling software and have them printed in various materials like plastic, metal, sandstone, and ceramic.

After uploading a design, users choose the material, color, and size they want it printed in. Shapeways will then manufacture the product and ship it directly to the customer. Products range from jewelry, art, home decor, gadgets, miniature figurines, and more. Users do not need their own 3D printer - Shapeways handles the printing and shipping.

In addition to custom 3D printing, Shapeways has an online marketplace where independent designers and artists can upload and sell their printable designs. Shoppers can browse over 1 million 3D printed products for purchase from these designers. This gives independent makers a manufacturing and distribution channel without needing to have their own printer.

Some key capabilities and benefits of Shapeways 3D printing service include: no upfront costs, ability to print very complex geometric designs, variety of printing materials and colors, easy online interface for uploading and ordering prints, access to a global manufacturing and distribution network, and integration with major online marketplaces.

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