From prototype parts to
production runs
- Instant quoting with free design analysis
- 100+ combinations of materials & surface finishes
- Quality prototypes and end-use parts in as fast as 1 day
Protolabs Network
Our manufacturing capabilities
With hundreds of manufacturers in our network, Protolabs Network (formerly Hubs) offers a very broad range of manufacturing capabilities and support both one-off prototyping and low-volume production. We pride ourselves on being the go-to manufacturer for geometrically complex parts or highly cosmetic parts.
Limitless manufacturing
Protolabs is a world first. We are the only solution that pairs in-house factories with a highly vetted global network to provide customers with all-in manufacturing. Access Protolabs factories for accelerated manufacturing of quality parts or use Protolabs Network for volume pricing, tighter tolerances, and more complex parts. The result? Digital manufacturing and engineering expertise that meets all your needs from prototyping to production.
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Meet our vetted network of specialized manufacturing partners
3D printing factory in Netherlands
3D printing facility in Texas, US
3D printing factory in United Kingdom
CNC machining factory in India
Sheet metal facility in Shenzhen, China
CNC machining factory in China
Instant, online quotes
Instead of traditional, rules-based quoting, we use machine learning algorithms to compare your CAD to millions of previously manufactured parts and generate a quote instantly.
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Upload a CAD to start (STEP, STP, IGES, IGS, SLDPRT, 3DM, SAT or X_T)
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Price updates in real-time as you change materials, lead times, and other order specifications
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We handle customs clearance and cover import duties on orders shipped to the EU, UK, and US
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Manufactured through Protolabs Network
Centralized standards for consistent quality
The Protolabs Network Standard is our set of protocols and procedures that ensure the consistent quality of every part we manufacture.
CNC machined and 3D printed parts
requirement, including complex and cosmetic parts, custom materials and a range of
post-processing options.
HP PA 12
HP PA 12 - Dyed Black
Markforged Onyx - Black
PC Stratasys - white
Prototyping PLA
Aluminum 6082
Aluminum 6061-T6
Aluminum 7075-T6
Aluminum 6063
Engels machines
HC Groep
LEKTRI.CO
Specialist industries
We’ve manufactured millions of parts for all sorts of applications, but we’re especially
knowledgeable in these areas.
Parts in 1 day with Protolabs
Protolabs and its network work together to bring you the world’s most comprehensive manufacturing solution. While the network can provide a large breadth of capabilities, Protolabs’ factories offer expedited manufacturing with automated in-house machines for the industry’s fastest lead times.
Full-scale production manufacturing
Get complete program management from our team of experts to optimize cost, quantity, and quality control of production orders for end-use parts. Find out about manufacturing higher volumes at reduced part costs, our commitment to quality and expanded capabilities to support with scaling to production.