On average, a 3D printer consumes about 50 watts (0,05kWh) to 500 watts (0,5kWh) per hour. At the average US electricity rate of $0.13 per kWh, the cost can range from $0.0065 to $0.065 per hour. Therefore, for a printing job lasting 10 hours, the electricity costs could range from $0.065 to $0.65.

A beginner-level, consumer-grade 3D printer can typically be purchased anywhere from $100 to $400, while more advanced and commercial models can range from $1,000 up to several thousands of dollars.

The time to 3D print a miniature depends on its size and complexity. On average, a small, simple miniature can take about 2-4 hours to print. More detailed miniatures with intricate designs can take upwards of 6 hours or more.

If you want to print a large 3D model with a regular size 3D printer, the only way to do it is to cut the large model into multiple small pieces and print each small part individually. Once you have all the small parts printed, you glue them together. Afanche3D software provides all the tools needed in this process.