Key Benefits
- Delivery from 1 working day
- DFM review on every CAD file
- Brass heat-set metal inserts for durable fastening
- Single part up to 400×400×400mm
- Materials: PLA · ABS · Polycarbonate · Nylon · PETG · TPU
- Post-processing: support removal, sanding and painting
- Pan-India shipping · Hyderabad same-day collection
FDM 3D Printing Services in Hyderabad
Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) is the most widely used 3D printing technology for functional prototypes, enclosures, jigs, fixtures and production parts. At iMake, based in Hyderabad, we use industrial-grade FDM printers to produce accurate, durable parts from a wide range of thermoplastic materials — with delivery starting from the same day for small parts. Our build volume goes up to 400×400×400mm, making us suitable for large-format prototypes and functional assemblies that smaller desktop printers cannot handle.
Our FDM 3D Printing Services
We offer FDM 3D printing for prototyping, low-volume production, tooling aids, and display models. We work with PLA, ABS, Polycarbonate, Nylon, PETG and TPU — materials chosen based on the functional requirements of your application. Every file is reviewed by our CAD engineers for Design for Manufacturability (DFM) before printing, ensuring supports are optimised, tolerances are respected, and the part can be assembled as intended. Post-processing services including support removal, sanding, painting and installation of brass heat-set inserts are available as standard.
Benefits of FDM 3D Printing for Your Business
- Cost-effective prototyping: FDM is the lowest-cost route from CAD to physical part — ideal for verifying form, fit and function before committing to expensive tooling or CNC machining.
- Faster time to market: Parts are ready within 1–2 working days in most cases. Rush printing is available for urgent requirements — WhatsApp +91-94942-69431 to check availability.
- Design freedom: Complex internal geometries, undercuts and organic shapes that are impossible to machine can be printed without additional tooling costs.
- Scalable volume: FDM is equally effective for 1 prototype or 100 identical production parts — with consistent quality across every batch.
Durable Enclosures with Metal Inserts
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Strong, stable enclosures: Our FDM parts in ABS and Polycarbonate produce robust enclosures that withstand mechanical stress, vibration and moderate heat — suitable for electronics housings, instrument cases and control panels in industrial and defence applications.
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Serviceable and iterable design: Our enclosures are designed to allow PCB boards and internal components to be removed and reinstalled — making it straightforward for engineers to iterate on the design without printing a new enclosure every time.
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Faster product development cycles: With brass heat-set inserts installed by our team, FDM enclosures can be assembled and reassembled repeatedly — significantly shortening development timelines compared to machined or injection-moulded alternatives.
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Fully customisable geometry: Our in-house CAD team can design enclosures to your exact connector, mounting and PCB specifications — including parametric designs that are easy to update when component layouts change.
Highly Detailed Sculptures and Display Models
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Fine layer resolution: FDM printing at 100–150 micron layer height produces smooth surfaces and sharp detail — suitable for display models, architectural scale models and branded showpieces.
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Professional CAD software: We use Autodesk Fusion 360, AutoCAD and SolidWorks to design and prepare models — ensuring precise geometry and accurate scaling for every print.
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Durable, consistent materials: High-quality ABS, PLA and PETG filaments with consistent material properties ensure that display models and sculptures maintain their finish and dimensional accuracy over time.
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Tight quality control: Every part is inspected against the CAD model for dimensional accuracy before dispatch — critical for presentations, client demos and exhibition models.
Consumer Electronics and Industrial Housings
Dimensional accuracy: FDM produces parts accurate to ±0.5% — sufficient for snap-fit connections, PCB mounting bosses and connector cutouts in consumer electronics enclosures and industrial control panels.
Cost-effective versus machining: FDM enclosures cost a fraction of CNC-machined equivalents for low volumes — making it the preferred choice for pre-production, field trials and pilot batch manufacturing.
Material and colour options: We print in a range of colours and can finish surfaces by sanding and painting to match product branding requirements.
Integrated assembly: Parts can be printed with internal channels, captive nuts, living hinges and snap-fit features that reduce assembly time and component count in the final product.
Scaled Architectural Models
Accurate to scale: FDM printing at layer heights as low as 100 microns captures fine architectural details — window mullions, railings, roof profiles and facade elements — at scales from 1:20 to 1:500.
Cost-efficient production: Architectural models produced by FDM cost significantly less than hand-built equivalents and are ready in 1–3 days — ideal for client presentations, planning submissions and exhibition displays.
Customisable materials and finishes: Models can be printed in white, grey or custom colours, with post-processing options including sanding and painting to achieve the presentation finish your project requires.
Collaborative design process: Our CAD team works directly from your architectural drawings or 3D files — scaling, preparing and optimising the model for print while maintaining dimensional fidelity.
| Specification | FDM 3D Printing — iMake |
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| Maximum build size | 400 × 400 × 400 mm (15.7" × 15.7" × 15.7") |
| Standard lead time | 1–2 working days |
| Dimensional accuracy | ± 0.5% |
| Layer thickness | 100–300 µm |
| Infill density | 30–100% |
| Materials available | PLA · ABS · Polycarbonate · Nylon · PETG · TPU |
| Post-processing | Support removal · Sanding · Painting · Metal inserts |
Some of our recent FDM 3D printing work
POS Device Enclosure
Custom point-of-sale device housing produced in ABS in 2 days — with PCB-accessible lid and heat-set inserts for assembly.
Functional Gears — Nylon
Replacement gear sets in Nylon for drones and automation systems — dimensionally accurate, wear-resistant, and available same day.
Scaled Architectural Model
Precise 1:100 scale architectural model for client presentation — produced from the architect's 3D CAD file within 48 hours.
Company Logo — 3D Miniature
Corporate logo rendered as a 3D desk display in PLA — popular for office branding, awards and client gifts.
Custom Figurine
Custom character and toy figurines printed in PLA — available in single or multi-colour with sanding and painting finish.
Film Props
Full-scale film and TV set props in ABS — produced from the art director's design, painted to final finish. Reduces CGI post-production cost.
F.A.Q
Frequently Asked Questions
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What materials do you use for FDM 3D printing?
We print in PLA, ABS, Polycarbonate (PC), Nylon, PETG and TPU. Material selection depends on the application — ABS and PC for functional enclosures and heat-resistant parts, Nylon for wear-resistant gears and mechanical components, PETG for food-safe or chemical-resistant applications, and TPU for flexible parts. We advise on the best material for your specific use case at no extra cost.
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What is the maximum part size you can print?
The maximum single-part build size is 400 × 400 × 400 mm. For parts larger than this, we can split the model into sections, print them separately and bond or mechanically join them — with minimal visible seam lines. Our CAD team can advise on the best splitting strategy.
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What are the benefits of FDM 3D printing?
FDM is the most cost-effective route from CAD to physical part — typically 60–80% cheaper than CNC machining for small volumes. Lead times of 1–2 days mean you can validate your design and iterate rapidly. It also supports complex geometries that are impossible to machine, and can incorporate features like living hinges, snap fits and internal channels.
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What post-processing services do you offer?
We offer support removal, sanding (up to 400 grit for smooth finish), painting (primer + topcoat), and brass heat-set insert installation for threaded fastening points. Parts can be delivered ready for assembly and use — no additional work required on your side.
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Which industries do you serve with FDM printing?
We serve defence, aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, medical devices, industrial automation, architecture and media production. FDM is used for jigs and fixtures in defence assembly lines, prototype enclosures for electronics startups, architectural presentation models, and film/TV props. If you have an application not listed here, ask us — FDM is a highly versatile technology.
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What file formats do you accept?
We accept STL, OBJ, STEP, IGES and SLDPRT. STEP is preferred for functional parts as it preserves geometry accurately. If you only have a 2D drawing or sketch, our CAD team can create the 3D file for printing — ask us about our CAD modelling service.
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How long does FDM printing take?
Small to medium parts (up to 200mm) are typically ready within 1 working day. Large parts or batches of multiple identical pieces take 2–3 working days. We will give you an accurate completion time as soon as we receive and review your file. Rush printing is available — WhatsApp +91-9494269431 for an immediate slot check.