Filament Usage Calculator
Estimate 3D printing filament weight, length, and cost from model volume and infill settings.
How to Use the Filament Usage Calculator
- Enter model volume in cm³.
- Set infill percentage and filament density.
- Enter price per kg and click Calculate.
Casi d'Uso
- •Estimating filament before printing.
- •Comparing infill settings for cost.
- •Inventory management for filament stock.
Formula
Formula: Filament(g) = Volume × Infill% × Density. Length(m) = mass / (density × π × r²).
Domande Frequenti
What filament density should I use?
PLA: 1.24 g/cm³, ABS: 1.04 g/cm³, PETG: 1.27 g/cm³, TPU: 1.21 g/cm³. Use 1.24 for standard PLA.
How do I find model volume?
Most slicers (Cura, PrusaSlicer) report model volume in the print statistics. You can also use CAD software.
Does infill really save that much material?
Yes — at 20% infill you use roughly 20% of the material versus solid fill, significantly reducing weight and cost.