Multiple filament colours in a single print.
3D Quality Prints operates FDM equipment capable of handling multiple filament colours in a single print run. For branded parts, colour-coded components, or anything that needs to look right as well as work right — this is the service.
Free quote. No minimum order.
Multiple filament colours in a single print.
Most 3D printing services work with one filament at a time — or two at best. 3D Quality Prints uses multi-material FDM hardware capable of multiple filament colours in a single print. This isn't post-painting. It isn't assembly. It's a single print with multiple colours layered into the geometry itself.
For parts where colour is functional — safety markings, component identification, visual branding — or where appearance matters — display models, gifts, branded accessories — this changes what's possible.
More than decoration — colour as function.
Colour-coded components
Engineering assemblies where each part or zone needs a distinct colour for identification or safety. No painting, no assembly, printed correct first time.
Branded merchandise and gifts
Company logos, text, or brand colours built into the print geometry. Desk accessories, gifts, promotional items.
Educational and display models
Anatomical models, architectural models, engineering diagrams with colour zones that explain what the model is showing.
Cosplay and hobby prints
Characters, props, and accessories that need accurate colour without hours of hand-painting.
Product visualisation
Presentation models for investors or clients where visual accuracy matters before final production.
Custom signage and plaques
Text and logo raised from a contrasting background — all in one print.
Your file needs colour zone information. Here's how to provide it.
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Multi-body STL or OBJ
Design each colour zone as a separate body and export as a multi-body STL or OBJ. Each body can be assigned a filament colour by our team.
- 2
Colour-coded CAD files
Export from Fusion 360, Bambu Studio or similar with colour assignments. We can import directly.
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Annotated design brief
If you're not sure how to prepare the file, send your design with a colour annotated sketch or description. We can advise or adapt the file for multi-colour printing.
Don't worry if you're unfamiliar with multi-colour file preparation. We handle multi-colour jobs regularly and will walk you through what we need.
Common questions about multi-colour printing.
How many colours can you print in a single job?
Is it more expensive than single-colour printing?
Do I need a special file format for multi-colour printing?
Can the colours bleed into each other?
What filament colours are available?
Is multi-colour printing suitable for outdoor or functional parts?
Colour printed right — in a single run.
Free quote in 24 hours. No minimum order. Multiple filament colours in a single print.