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Break-even: $4.81
Typical new store: 10–50 units/mo
$4.50
28g · 3.5h
$17.53
76.2% margin
$175
at 10 units
PrintPort3D handles all printing & fulfillment — you keep the profit.
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$8.5B collectible figures market
Retail: $25-150. Fulfillment: $10-50.
55-70% typical margin on figurines.
Etsy, eBay, Shopify, Instagram
Gift season peaks, movie/game release tie-ins
Original character designs avoid IP issues and build loyal followings.
Printing recommendations: Resin at 0.05mm layer height, 0% (hollow) infill.
Design guidelines:
Offer multiple sizes
Create display bases
Design for painting or pre-painted options
Trending styles: Pop culture figures, Chibi style, Articulated figures
Custom Character Figure (6"): Retail $79.99, Cost $25.00, Margin 69%
Chibi Figure Set (3pc): Retail $49.99, Cost $15.00, Margin 70%
Articulated Action Figure: Retail $59.99, Cost $22.00, Margin 63%
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Design with flat bases for display stability. Customers display figurines on desks and shelves — a wobbly figurine gets returned.
Include a hollow interior for figurines over 100mm tall. Saves 40–60% material cost without affecting display quality.
Add surface texture intentionally — layer lines can enhance organic/creature models but ruin smooth/mechanical surfaces.
Design in segments for multi-color printing. A 3-part figurine (body, head, accessory) lets you offer color options without paint.
Scale reference photos are essential for listings. Show the figurine next to a coin, phone, or ruler — size surprises drive negative reviews.
Pricing
Based on actual PrintPort3D production costs. Retail prices based on competitive market research. You set your own prices — these are starting points.
| Product | Details | Cost | Retail | Profit | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desk Figurine (8cm) | 28g PLA+, 3.5hr | $8.50 | $29.99 | $21.49 | 72% |
| Anime Character (15cm) | 55g PLA+, 6hr | $13.50 | $49.99 | $36.49 | 73% |
| Custom Pet Figurine | 35g PLA+, 4hr | $10.00 | $59.99 | $49.99 | 83% |
Production costs include material + print time. Shipping not included — configured via your Shippo account at discounted carrier rates.
We don't charge monthly fees, listing fees, or platform commissions. You pay only the production cost per order. We absorb 100% of Stripe payment processing fees. Your full margin is yours to keep.
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