1. What is the Prusa Pricing Formula?

The Prusa pricing formula calculates the selling price of 3D printed items by applying a standard 1.5x markup to the base cost. This accounts for material, time, and overhead while maintaining profitability.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Prusa pricing formula:

Where:

• \( P \) — Selling price
• \( C \) — Base cost (materials + time)
• 1.5 — Standard markup multiplier

Explanation: The 1.5x multiplier ensures coverage of all costs while providing a reasonable profit margin for 3D printing services.

3. Importance of Proper Pricing

Details: Accurate pricing is crucial for maintaining a sustainable 3D printing business, covering material costs, machine wear, electricity, and labor time.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your total base cost including materials and estimated time value. The calculator will automatically apply the 1.5x markup.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why use 1.5x markup specifically?
A: This is Prusa's recommended multiplier that balances customer affordability with business sustainability for most 3D printing applications.

Q2: Should I adjust the markup for different projects?
A: Yes, complex or specialty prints may warrant higher multipliers (2x-3x) due to increased difficulty and machine time.

Q3: What costs should be included in C?
A: Include filament cost, electricity, estimated labor time, and a portion of machine depreciation.

Q4: How accurate is this pricing model?
A: It provides a good baseline, but market factors and local competition should also be considered for final pricing.

Q5: Does this work for commercial printing services?
A: Yes, though high-volume operations might use slightly lower multipliers compensated by higher throughput.