There are many ways to make money with 3D printing but here’s a run down of the top five.

1. Prototyping Services. Companies and inventors need to have prototypes of their products made before going for mass production. You can use your 3D printer(s) to make prototypes as a service to them. This can be a lucrative business as often times companies need multiple prototypes before settling on a particular design.

2. Gift items/Customized products. You can provide to customers the experience of having specially customized products. You can create a personalized accessory that goes into a car or something more common such as jewelry, phone cases, name tags, key chains etc.

3. Replacement Parts. You can create parts for broken or damaged items. For example the door hinges for the washing machine might break, some pieces from the TV stand may get missing, the door knob may be damaged etc. these are all things that could be replaced with 3D printed parts. You can be the one people pay to fix those things for them.

4. Educational tools/Models. Models are often used in science classes as aids to facilitate better learning by students. You can provide a service to schools creating and supplying such products.

5. 3D printing classes/ Tutoring. With the growing interest in 3D printing , schools and educational institutions are now keen to introduce their students to 3D printing. You can offer your services as a 3D printing instructor teaching students on how to use a 3D printer. How to model using a CAD program and how to manage common 3D printer problems.

In summary, the field of 3D printing is growing rapidly with many opportunities for individuals and businesses. There are many ways to make money with 3D printing. Some of the most popular ways include offering prototyping services, making replacement parts, selling customized items, creating educational models and offering 3D printing classes. Which ever idea works for you one of the most important things is to understand the business you are running and win big in 2024.