Aerospace
Custom sensor mounting bracket
Material: PETG-CF
Replaced a machined aluminum bracket with a lighter printed alternative for fit and installation trials
Typical prototype lead time measured in days, not weeks
3D printing services in Mississauga, Ontario
Upload a CAD file for an instant quote, or request a project review if you need design or scanning first.
Lab capacity: NormalStandard lead time: 2–5 business daysSpecialty materials may require additional processing time.
Overview
FDM printing for prototypes and short runs
We print prototypes, fixtures and short-run parts in PLA, PETG, TPU, polycarbonate and nylon. Pricing comes from the instant quote tool.
The challenge
Traditional machining and tooling lock you into high per-unit costs and long lead times for low-volume or iterative parts.
Why it matters
Every design revision means re-programming CNC, waiting on suppliers, or scrapping expensive stock — slowing innovation when speed matters most.
Our approach
FORM3D's instant-quote FDM service turns your CAD into printed parts, with online pricing and no minimum order quantities.
Technical specifications
Key capabilities and deliverables — hover info icons for plain-language explanations.
- Process
- Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM)
- Build volume
- 256 × 256 × 256 mm
- Layer heights
- 0.12 mm (fine) · 0.20 mm (standard)
- Dimensional accuracy
- ±0.3 mm or ±0.3% (whichever is greater)
- Minimum feature size
- 0.8 mm wall thickness
- File formats
- STL, OBJ, STEP, IGES, 3MF, PLY
Designing for FDM? See our Design guidelines for overhang limits, wall thickness, and orientation tips.
Instant-quote materials
These five filaments are configured in our online quote engine with live pricing. For our full catalog — Nylon, PEEK, TPU, and more — visit the materials library.
Accuracy & tolerances
Typical accuracy ranges by application — confirmed during project scoping.
Accuracy scale
Relative position on typical accuracy range (lower is tighter).
- Fine detail±0.1 mm
- Standard FDM±0.3 mm
- Large parts (>200 mm)±0.3%
- Overhang surfaces±0.5 mm
From upload to shipped part
A straightforward path from first conversation to deliverable.
- Step 1
Upload CAD
Submit your model through the instant quote platform.
- Step 2
Configure
Choose materials, quantity, and manufacturing options.
- Step 3
Quote & order
Review the price, then check out securely.
- Step 4
Produce & ship
We manufacture, inspect, and ship to your destination.
Applications & proof points
Real-world outcomes from engineering teams who rely on FORM3D.
Lab equipment
Instrument tray prototype
Material: PETG
Confirmed fit across multiple instrument layouts before committing to tooling
Multiple design iterations completed before production tooling
Robotics
Motor controller housing
Material: PLA
Functional prototype for thermal and EMI testing before injection mold
Low-cost prototype used to de-risk mold tooling
Explore sector-specific use cases in our Industries & applications.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this service — contact us if yours isn't listed.
More on our site
Deep dives live on dedicated pages — we link you there instead of repeating content here.
Full materials library
Browse our complete catalog — PLA, PETG, Nylon, PEEK, TPU, and more with properties, variants, and print settings.
Learn moreDesign guidelines
FDM design rules, overhang limits, wall thickness, orientation tips, and a searchable glossary.
Learn moreIndustries & applications
How teams in aerospace, medical, robotics, manufacturing, and education use our services.
Learn moreRelated services
Printing, scanning, and design work best as one connected workflow.
Have a model ready?
Get an instant quote for 3D printing — or contact us if you need design or scanning support first.
- +1 (289) 815-6562
- sales@form3dcanada.ca
- Mon–Fri 9am–7pm, Sat–Sun 9am–6pm Eastern Time
Get a price on your part
Upload a print-ready file for an instant quote, or request a project review for scanning, CAD or other projects.
- +1 (289) 815-6562
- sales@form3dcanada.ca
- Mon–Fri 9am–7pm, Sat–Sun 9am–6pm Eastern Time