In recent years, the healthcare industry has rapidly adopted 3D printing as a cost effective and agile solution for prototyping, tool development, and custom devices. Whether you’re designing a new medical device, creating custom lab equipment, or developing patient specific models, 3D printing offers unmatched flexibility and speed.
At Shop3D, we work with healthcare professionals, researchers, and start ups across the UK to bring their ideas to life, without the long lead times or high costs of traditional manufacturing.
Why Healthcare Professionals Are Turning to 3D Printing
Healthcare often demands innovation at speed. Traditional manufacturing can slow things down with tooling delays, high MOQs, and expensive iterations. Here’s how 3D printing helps:
- Fast Prototyping: Test new device designs in days, not weeks.
- Low-Volume Production: No need for bulk orders—print what you need, when you need it.
- Customisation: Create devices tailored to specific patients or procedures.
- Cost Efficiency: Avoid the upfront costs of moulds or CNC tooling, ideal for R&D or small teams.
What Can Be 3D Printed for Healthcare?
We’ve helped healthcare professionals with a wide range of 3D printed components, including:
- Medical Device Prototypes: Casings, holders, clips, brackets
- Lab Tools & Equipment: Custom racks, test tube holders, pipette mounts
- Anatomical Models: For surgical planning or patient education
- Wearable Device Enclosures: Ergonomic and lightweight designs
- Jigs & Fixtures: For assembly, research, or production workflows
If you have a CAD file (e.g. STL or STEP), we can print your part, often within a matter of days.
Material Options Suitable for Healthcare
We offer a range of materials ideal for healthcare applications:
- PETG: Strong, chemical-resistant, and suitable for easy sterilisation
- ABS: Tough and impact-resistant for functional parts
- PLA: Ideal for quick form prototypes
- TPU: Flexible parts like straps or wearable components
Need help choosing the right material? We’re happy to advise based on your application.
UK-Based, Fast, Confidential
We’re a UK-based 3D printing service offering:
- Fast turnaround
- NDA friendly, confidential service
- Helpful advice
- Bulk discounts available
Whether you’re in the NHS, a university lab, a medtech startup, or a private practice, we’re here to support your innovation.
Let’s Talk About Your Project
Got an idea, prototype, or design you’d like to test? Upload your file or contact us to discuss your needs. We’re happy to help, whether you need a one-off print or ongoing production support.