3D printing service for medical devices and biotech — precision parts, production-grade quality.
Medical and biotech applications demand dimensional precision, material traceability, and consistent quality across every part. We produce surgical guides, device housings, lab fixtures, anatomical models, and functional prototypes — with the tolerances and documentation your engineering team requires.
Challenges we solve
How our 3D printing service supports medical & biotech teams
Dimensional precision for device assemblies
Medical device housings, surgical guides, and instrument components require tight tolerances — often ±0.2mm or better. Misalignment of a few tenths of a millimeter can affect device function, assembly fit, or clinical performance. Our SLA platform delivers ±0.2mm accuracy with surface finishes between 2–5 Ra μm, suitable for skin-contact surfaces and components that interface with machined metal hardware.
Biocompatible and sterilizable materials
We offer autoclavable resins (High Temp at 238°C HDT) suitable for instruments that undergo steam sterilization, and materials appropriate for limited skin-contact applications during clinical evaluation. For permanent implant or long-term contact applications, material biocompatibility testing is the responsibility of the device manufacturer — we provide material data sheets and can connect you with third-party testing labs.
Consistent batch quality for pilot production
When you move from single prototypes to pilot runs of 50–500 parts, every unit must meet the same dimensional and mechanical specification. Our MJF and SLA production workflows include process parameter locking, batch tracking, and optional dimensional inspection reporting — giving your quality team the documentation needed for design history files and verification records.
Fast design iteration for R&D
Medical device development involves extensive design-build-test cycles before design freeze. Waiting two weeks per iteration adds months to your 510(k) or CE mark timeline. Our 3D printing service delivers prototypes in 2–5 business days, enabling weekly design reviews and rapid convergence on final geometry. We accept STEP files (preferred for design intent verification) as well as STL, OBJ, and 3MF.
Technologies
Recommended for medical & biotech
Materials
Materials for medical & biotech
For surgical guide prototypes and device housings requiring smooth surfaces, SLA Tough 2K delivers ABS-like toughness with ±0.2mm accuracy and 3 Ra μm surface roughness — clean enough for parts that contact skin or sit inside sterile packaging. When heat resistance is critical — autoclavable instruments or near-sterilization environments — High Temp resin offers 238°C HDT, surviving standard steam sterilization cycles without deformation. For functional load-bearing components like lab fixture brackets, device mounting hardware, or diagnostic instrument chassis, MJF Nylon PA12 provides production-grade strength (1.8 GPa tensile modulus) with consistent batch properties across hundreds of parts. Durable Resin on SLA is ideal for snap-fit medical device closures and living hinges that need repeated flexing without failure. For prototypes requiring optical clarity — light pipes, fluid level indicators, or lens covers — Optical Clear PMMA on Industrial SLA delivers 90% light transmission at build volumes up to 1000mm.
Standard Resin
SLA · Shore D 78
Smooth surface, fine detail. Good for visual prototypes and concept models.
Tough 2K
SLA · Shore D 76
ABS-like toughness with SLA detail. Functional prototypes that need impact resistance.
High Temp
SLA · Shore D 85
HDT 238°C. Molds, tooling, and parts exposed to heat.
Nylon PA12
MJF · Shore D 73
Strong, lightweight, chemical resistant. The standard for functional end-use parts. Excellent fatigue resistance and consistent mechanical properties.
Durable Resin
SLA · Shore D 58
Polypropylene-like. Flexible, fatigue resistant. Good for snap fits and living hinges.
ABS-Like Resin
Industrial SLA · Shore D 79
Tough, impact resistant. Good for large functional parts, enclosures, and assemblies.
Common parts
Parts we produce for medical & biotech
Built in our factory
Brooklyn, NY
How it works
From file to finished part
Upload & quote
Submit your CAD files through our instant quoter or intake form. For medical device projects, include any dimensional tolerance callouts or material requirements so we can quote accurately.
Engineering review
Our team reviews every file for printability, orientation optimization, and critical feature resolution. For surgical guides and device housings, we verify wall thickness and feature clearances against your specifications.
Production
Parts are produced with locked process parameters on our SLA or MJF platforms. Batch tracking is available for pilot production orders that require traceability documentation.
QA inspection
Three-point quality inspection: pre-build file check, in-process dimensional verification, and final inspection. Dimensional inspection reports and material documentation available on request.
Ship
Packaged and shipped via tracked courier. Documentation included with shipment for orders requiring material certificates or inspection records.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do you produce FDA-cleared medical devices?
We produce prototypes, R&D parts, and production components for medical device companies. Final regulatory clearance (510(k), PMA, De Novo) is the responsibility of the device manufacturer. We support your development and production workflow with consistent, inspected parts and documentation.
Can you provide material certifications and batch documentation?
Yes. For production orders, we provide material data sheets and can supply certificates of conformity. Batch tracking is available for orders that require traceability documentation for design history files or quality system records.
What sterilizable materials do you offer?
Our High Temp resin (HDT 238°C) is autoclavable via steam sterilization. For EtO or gamma sterilization, material compatibility should be validated for your specific application and sterilization cycle parameters. We can provide material samples for your validation testing.
Do you sign NDAs for medical device projects?
Yes. We routinely work under NDA with medical device companies and are happy to execute confidentiality agreements before receiving design files. Contact our team to initiate the NDA process.
What file formats do you accept for medical device parts?
We accept STL, OBJ, 3MF, and STEP files. STEP is preferred for production orders because it preserves design intent, allows us to verify critical dimensions, and enables our engineers to flag potential manufacturability issues before printing.
Can you produce parts for clinical trials?
We produce parts to your engineering specifications. Whether those parts are used in bench testing, cadaver studies, or clinical evaluation is determined by your regulatory and clinical teams. We provide the dimensional accuracy and material consistency your testing requires.
What is your lead time for medical device prototypes?
SLA prototypes ship in 2–3 business days from file approval. MJF production parts ship in 5–7 business days. For design verification builds on tight timelines, talk to our team about expedited scheduling — we regularly support teams working toward submission deadlines.
Can you produce anatomical models for surgical planning?
Yes. Our SLA and Industrial SLA platforms produce anatomical models with the surface detail and dimensional accuracy needed for surgical planning and training. Standard Resin delivers smooth surfaces at ±0.2mm, and Industrial SLA handles models up to 1000mm for full-scale anatomy.
Other industries we serve
Consumer Electronics
From first prototype to shelf-ready parts — built to spec, on time.
Architecture & Design
Presentation models, facade studies, and design prototypes — built at any scale.
Automotive
Functional prototypes, under-hood parts, and interior trim — production-grade.
Aerospace & Defense
Lightweight structures, jigs, and functional prototypes — built to spec.
Robotics & Hardware
Custom mounts, end-effectors, and sensor housings — from prototype to production.
Marketing & Entertainment
Props, installations, and display pieces — at any scale, camera-ready.
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