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3D Printing Services - FDM + Resin Prototypes & Production

On-demand 3D printing in PLA, PETG, ABS, TPU, and high-detail resin. Prototypes, jigs, fixtures, custom enclosures, marketing props, miniatures, and small-batch production parts.

Same-day prototypes, complex geometry, and short-run production without tooling.

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Reply in 1 business day · FDM + resin in-house · Prototyping through small-batch production

What 3D Printing Brings to Your Project

Concept to physical part in days, not weeks - no tooling, no minimums.

Three-dimensional printing has fundamentally changed how products get from concept to physical part. Where traditional manufacturing requires expensive tooling, machining setup, or injection molding upfront, additive manufacturing builds parts layer by layer directly from a digital file. That means a designer can move from CAD model to physical prototype in a single afternoon, iterate on three different versions in a week, and ship a small production run without ever cutting steel for a mold. At MAD Monkey Media we run both fused deposition modeling (FDM) and stereolithography (SLA / resin) printers because each technology has strengths the other lacks. Together they cover almost every customer need from rugged functional prototypes to ultra-detailed display models.

FDM filament printing

Our FDM machines extrude thermoplastic filaments through a heated nozzle, building parts in layers that bond as they cool. PLA is the everyday workhorse for marketing props, jigs, fit-check prototypes, and anything that does not need to take heavy abuse. PETG steps up the durability and chemical resistance for parts that will live in a workshop or take impact. ABS handles higher temperatures and mechanical stress for automotive and industrial use cases. TPU is flexible and rubber-like for gaskets, grips, phone case prototypes, and shock-absorbing components. We can print parts up to about 250 by 250 by 300 millimeters in a single piece on our largest FDM, with larger assemblies built from interlocking sub-parts that we glue or screw together for final delivery.

SLA / resin printing

Our resin printers use a different process entirely. A vat of liquid photopolymer resin cures one ultra-thin layer at a time using a UV light source, building parts at a resolution measured in microns. The result is a smooth surface finish, sharp feature definition, and detail at a scale FDM cannot reach - we routinely print miniatures, jewelry masters, dental models, and intricate display sculptures with features under a millimeter. Resin parts are post-cured under UV after printing for full mechanical strength. Because resin is the higher-detail process, it costs more per cubic centimeter than FDM, so we recommend it for visual or detail-critical applications and use FDM for bulk functional work. Send us your STL or STEP file with notes on intended use, and we will tell you which technology fits the application and quote accordingly.

3D Printing Capabilities

Two technologies, multiple materials, prototyping through small-batch production.

FDM Filament Printing

FDM Filament Printing

PLA, PETG, ABS, TPU, and PLA-CF (carbon-fiber-reinforced) on industrial-grade printers. Up to 250x250x300mm build volume. Adjustable infill from 10% to 100% to balance weight, strength, and material cost.

SLA / Resin Printing

SLA / Resin Printing

High-detail photopolymer resin printing for miniatures, jewelry masters, display models, and any part where surface finish and detail matter. Build volume up to 192x120x245mm, layer heights as fine as 25 microns.

What We 3D Print

Prototypes, props, parts, and small-batch production for every industry.

Engineering Prototypes

Form-fit-function prototypes for product designers, mechanical engineers, and inventors. Material selection guidance per application. We can print, paint, sand, drill, and tap parts before delivery.

Jigs & Fixtures

Custom workshop tooling, drilling guides, alignment fixtures, and assembly jigs. Build them in days for a fraction of what machined aluminum versions cost. Replace or iterate as production needs change.

Marketing Props & Models

Trade-show props, scaled architectural models, oversized promotional pieces, retail display fixtures, and custom packaging mockups. Painted, finished, and assembled in our studio for delivery-ready presentation.

Tabletop Miniatures

High-resolution resin prints for tabletop gaming, miniatures, dioramas, and collectibles. Print direct from your STL or we model from your concept. Hollow miniatures with proper venting save material and cost.

How to Order 3D Printing

From your CAD file to a finished, post-processed part in days, not weeks.

1

Upload Your Model

Send us an STL, 3MF, STEP, or OBJ file along with notes about intended use, required strength, color preference, and quantity. No model? We can do CAD modeling from a sketch or photo as a separate service.

2

Quote & Material Selection

We review your file for printability, recommend FDM versus resin, suggest the best material, and quote within one business day. Quotes include print time, material, post-processing, and any optional finishing.

3

Print & Post-Process

Production runs on our FDM or SLA printers. Resin parts are washed and UV-cured for full strength. FDM parts are removed from supports, sanded if requested, and inspected for dimensional accuracy.

4

Finish & Deliver

Optional finishing includes painting, smoothing, drilling, tapping, and assembly into multi-part products. Local pickup or nationwide shipping. Repeat orders run from your archived file with same-day quote turnaround.

File Requirements

STL or 3MF files preferred. We can also work from STEP, OBJ, or quality CAD exports. Maximum print volume varies by material - FDM up to 250x250x300mm, resin up to 192x120x245mm. Hollow models save material; we can adjust infill (10-40%) per quote.

Turn Your Idea Into a Physical Part This Week

Upload your STL or send us a sketch. We will quote within hours and have a finished, post-processed part in your hands in days.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about pricing, turnaround, files, and capabilities.

What is the difference between FDM and resin printing?

FDM (fused deposition modeling) uses thermoplastic filament extruded through a heated nozzle in layers, producing strong, functional parts in a wide range of materials. Resin (SLA) printing cures liquid photopolymer one ultra-thin layer at a time using UV light, producing high-detail parts with smooth surface finishes. We use FDM for engineering prototypes, jigs, large props, and bulk functional parts; resin for miniatures, jewelry masters, display models, and any project where surface finish and fine detail are critical.

How long does a 3D print take?

Print time depends on the size, layer height, and infill of your part. A small FDM prototype prints in 1-3 hours; a full-bed-volume part can run 18-24 hours. Resin parts typically print in 4-8 hours regardless of complexity since the entire layer cures simultaneously. Our typical lead time from quote approval to shipped part is 24-72 hours for single prototypes and 5-7 business days for small-batch runs of 20-100 parts. Rush options are available when we have machine availability.

How strong are 3D-printed parts?

Strength depends on material and infill percentage. PLA at 100% infill is rigid and brittle, fine for fit-check prototypes but not for impact loading. PETG and ABS are tougher and handle real mechanical stress. PLA-CF (carbon-fiber-reinforced) approaches injection-molded strength for jigs and fixtures. Resin parts are dimensionally precise but more brittle than FDM thermoplastics - great for display, less ideal for impact. We will recommend the right material for your intended use and infill range from 10% (lightweight) to 100% (maximum strength).

Can you 3D print in color or do I have to paint it?

FDM prints come in a single filament color per part, but we stock over a dozen filament colors including standard PLA colors, metallic, glow-in-the-dark, wood-fill, and natural tones. Multi-color parts are produced by printing sub-assemblies in different colors and joining them. Resin prints come in clear, white, gray, and a few neutral tones since they post-cure under UV. For full multi-color or photorealistic finishes, we offer post-print painting, primer, and clear coat as a finishing service quoted per piece.

Do you offer CAD modeling if I do not have a file?

Yes. We offer CAD modeling and 3D design services for clients who have a concept, sketch, photo, or physical part to copy but no digital model. Pricing is hourly based on complexity, with most simple parts modeled in 1-3 hours and more complex assemblies taking longer. We use industry-standard CAD tools and deliver an STL or STEP file along with the printed parts so you own the model and can have it reprinted by anyone in the future. Reverse-engineering services from physical parts are also available.

What is the largest part you can print?

Our largest FDM machine has a build volume of 250 by 250 by 300 millimeters, which is roughly the size of a basketball. Larger parts are designed in CAD as multi-piece assemblies that we print, then glue, screw, or interlock together for final delivery. We have produced full-size cosplay armor, oversized promotional props, and architectural models several feet tall using this approach. Resin printers max out at 192 by 120 by 245 millimeters, but resin parts of that size are usually for high-detail display rather than structural use.