About Us
At CONSUM3D, we believe 3D printing should be simple, reliable, and accessible to everyone — not just engineers with deep pockets or makers who have been doing this for years.
We started this business because we've lived the frustration of bad filament. A failed print at midnight. A spool that snaps mid-job. Materials that claim to be high quality but let you down when it matters most. We knew there had to be a better way, and we built CONSUM3D to be exactly that — a reliable source of 3D printing filament and supplies that makers, engineers, designers, educators, and businesses can actually count on.
Built by People Who Have Been in Your Shoes
CONSUM3D was not put together by a faceless online retailer looking to cash in on a growing market. It was built by people who genuinely love 3D printing and have spent years working inside the industry.
Our team also runs ZK Print, one of South Africa's most established e-commerce businesses for 3D printers, filament, and accessories. Through thousands of customer interactions and years of working directly with global manufacturers, we've learned what separates good filament from great filament — and what makers and professionals actually need from a supplier they can trust.
Now we're bringing that same expertise, supplier relationships, and passion for 3D printing to the United States. We're not starting from scratch. We're arriving with experience.
3D Printing Filament and Supplies — What We Stock
We keep our focus tight. Rather than stocking everything under the sun, we carry the materials people actually use — from everyday filaments to specialty materials for more demanding applications. Everything we sell has been chosen because it performs.
PLA Filament
PLA is where most 3D printing journeys begin, and for good reason. It's easy to print, widely compatible, and produces great results across a huge range of projects. We stock PLA filament from trusted manufacturers so you get consistent quality from spool to spool.
PETG Filament
When you need something tougher than PLA but easier to work with than ABS, PETG filament is the answer. It's durable, moisture-resistant, and reliable for functional parts, enclosures, and everyday use applications.
ABS Filament
ABS filament has been a staple of 3D printing for years, and for good reason. Heat-resistant, impact-tough, and well-suited for engineering and professional applications where performance under pressure matters.
Nylon and Engineering Materials
For high-performance parts that need to handle real-world stress, nylon and engineering-grade filaments deliver. Strong, flexible, and built for demanding functional applications across industries.
Carbon Fibre and Specialty Filaments
When standard materials are not enough, our carbon fibre and specialty filaments step in. Lightweight, high-strength, and designed for advanced and professional-grade 3D printing projects.
3D Printing Accessories
Great filament is only part of the equation. We stock the accessories that help your printer perform at its best and keep your workflow running smoothly.
Why Makers and Businesses Choose CONSUM3D
There are plenty of places to buy 3D printing filament online. Here is why customers come back to us.
Filament You Can Actually Rely On. We are obsessive about quality. Every material we stock has to meet a consistent standard, because we know a bad spool does not just waste filament — it wastes your time, your energy, and sometimes your entire project.
We know 3D Printing from the Inside. Our team has worked with hobbyists who print miniatures on weekends and engineers who produce functional parts for industrial use. We understand what both audiences need, and we stock accordingly.
Fair Prices, No Compromise on Quality. By working directly with manufacturers, we cut out the middlemen and keep our pricing competitive. You should not have to choose between affordability and quality — and with CONSUM3D, you do not have to.
Fast U.S. Shipping. We know how it feels to be mid-project and running low on filament. That is why we prioritize fast order processing and shipping so your prints — and your deadlines — stay on track.
Proud to Support the U.S. Maker Community
3D printing has fundamentally changed how people design, prototype, and manufacture. It has put the power to create physical objects into the hands of individuals, small businesses, classrooms, and startups in a way that was not possible a generation ago.
That shift excites us. At CONSUM3D, we are proud to be part of the growing community of makers, engineers, educators, and innovators across the United States who are using 3D printing to turn ideas into reality.
Our Mission
Our mission has not changed since day one — to provide reliable 3D printing filament and materials, and make it genuinely easier for people to create.
Whether you are printing your first ever model or running a production line of functional parts, CONSUM3D is here to make sure you never have to stop because of your materials.
We are here to keep you printing.