Quote and sell your 3d printing services. Low maintenance, scalable, customizable.
The 3D Print Pricing Calculator plugin allows users to upload STL files to your WordPress site. The plugin processes these files in the backend, connects to a third-party API to retrieve printing time estimates, weight, and cost, and displays this information on the frontend for users.
Setup Overview
Step 1: Install the Plugin
- Download the plugin ZIP or upload it via
Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin.
Step 2: Activate and Configure
- Activate the plugin, then go to
Settings > 3D Print Pricing Calculatorto input your API credentials and configure settings. - To get your API credentials, register at https://api.pikocode.com/, subscribe to the API service, and add your website to your account.
Step 3: Use the Shortcode
- Copy the shortcode
[ppc3d_stl_upload_form]and paste it into any page or post.
Features
- STL File Support: Seamlessly upload and process STL files for 3D printing.
- Customizable Pricing: Set dynamic pricing based on various configurable options, ensuring flexibility and control.
- Model Scaling: Easily scale your 3D models to the desired size for accurate and efficient prints.
- Filament Price Calculator: Automatically calculate filament costs based on your model』s volume to help manage expenses.
- Responsive Layout: Enjoy a seamless experience on all devices with a fully responsive design.
- Manual model rotation: Rotate your 3D models manually for precise adjustments before printing.
- Infill calculation: Calculate infill percentages to optimize material usage and structural integrity.
- Support material calculation: Automatically estimate the support material required for your 3D prints.
- Email Notifications: Receive instant updates upon successful processing, ensuring both you and your customers stay informed with all the details.
- WP Mail Integration: Easily integrate email functionality into your WordPress setup for streamlined communication.
- Shortcode: The shortcode allows you to display the plugin anywhere on the site.
- Zoom: Zoom in, zoom out with mouse scroll or touch.
External Libraries
This plugin leverages the following external libraries:
- Babylon.js – A powerful, open-source 3D engine. It is used to render and handle the 3D aspects of the STL files uploaded through the plugin.
- Babylon.js CDN: https://cdn.babylonjs.com/babylon.js
- Babylon.js Loaders CDN: https://cdn.babylonjs.com/loaders/babylonjs.loaders.min.js
Terms of Use and Services:
Babylon.js is licensed under the Apache License 2.0, which includes the following provisions:
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Permitted Use:
You are free to use, modify, and distribute Babylon.js in personal or commercial projects, provided you comply with the terms outlined in the Apache License 2.0. -
Redistribution:
If you distribute Babylon.js or any derivative works, a copy of the Apache License must be included with the distribution. -
Warranty Disclaimer:
Babylon.js is provided 「as is,」 without warranties or guarantees. The authors and contributors are not liable for any damages resulting from its use.
For full details, refer to the official Apache License 2.0: Apache License 2.0.
This service is provided by Babylon.js: Terms of Service, Privacy Policy.
Support
If you encounter any issues or have any questions, feel free to reach out to our support team at contact@pikocode.com.
License
This plugin is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 (or later), also known as GPLv3+. You can find the full text of the license in the LICENSE.txt file included with this plugin. For more information about this license, visit the GPL-3.0 License page.






