Profit calculator
3D printing profit margin calculator
Set a target margin after the full cost is known so pricing stays consistent and profitable.
Profit margin starts after total cost
A profit margin calculator only works when total cost is already complete. That means material, labor, electricity, wear, fees, and packaging are already in the number.
Formula: Selling price = total cost / (1 - desired margin). Profit = selling price - total cost.
Worked example
If a print costs $22.50 to make and you want a 30% margin, selling price = 22.50 / 0.70 = $32.14.
Profit = $9.64 before tax adjustments, discounts, or platform-specific selling costs.
PrintMate makes this easier by keeping the cost inputs and the margin target together for repeated quotes.
Choose a margin that matches your work
The right margin depends on failure risk, labor, customer support, and how custom the job is. High-touch prints should usually carry a higher target margin than simple repeat jobs.
Common questions
3D printing cost questions
Is profit the same as margin?
No. Profit is the dollar amount retained. Margin is the percentage relationship between profit and the final selling price.
Should I use the same margin on every print?
Not always. Simple repeat orders may use one margin while custom or fragile jobs may justify another.
Can PrintMate calculate price from margin?
Yes. PrintMate is designed to calculate sale price from the complete job cost and your chosen margin.