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PC (Polycarbonate)
Engineering reference and cost calculator for PC (Polycarbonate) filament (1.2 g/cm³ density).
Polymer Density:1.2 g/cm³
Average Market Price / kg:$0.040/g
Meters Per 1kg (1.75mm):343.7 m
Bed Temperature:110°C
Total Landed Production Cost
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1. Machine & Material Configuration
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g/cm³
Watts: 130W · MSRP: $849 · Lifespan: 4500h
2. Job Parameters
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Professional print farms factor in machine depreciation, failure rates, post-processing labor, and shipping packaging to ensure profitable pricing.
Total Landed Production Cost$0.0200/g
$7.85USD
Filament Material:$1.70
Electricity (kWh):$0.07
Machine Wear & Depr.:$0.94
Failure Risk Reserve (5%):$0.14
Labor, Inserts & Packaging:$5.00
Cost Distribution:100%
MatPowerMachineLaborPack
Commercial Seller Pricing
2.5x MarkupDirect / Local
$19.63
+$11.78 profit
0% fee deductionEtsy Store
$22.18
+$11.78 profit
~$2.55 EtsyeBay
$23.09
+$11.78 profit
~$3.46 FeeShopify / Web
$20.52
+$11.78 profit
~$0.89 Fee3D PRINTING SERVICE QUOTE
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Date:
Quote Ref: #3DP-9481
Valid For: 14 Days
| Description | Material | Filament Weight | Est. Time | Total Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Custom 3D Print Job | PLA | 85g | 3.5 hrs | $19.63 |
Terms: Standard FDM 3D printing tolerances are ±0.2mm. Surface finish includes standard 0.2mm layer lines.
This quote is based on current material density, post-processing specs, and machine schedule availability.
Physical & Slicing Parameters
Nozzle Temperature:280°C
Bed Temperature:110°C
Volumetric Shrinkage:70 MPa
PC (Polycarbonate) - FAQ
Q1How much does 1 gram of PC (Polycarbonate) cost?
At an average retail price of $39.99 per 1 kg spool, PC (Polycarbonate) costs $0.0400 per gram.
Q2What is the density of PC (Polycarbonate) and how does it affect length?
PC (Polycarbonate) has a density of 1.2 g/cm³. 1 kg yields approximately 346.5 meters of 1.75mm filament.