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3D printing in Devon and the South West: industrial printing from Cullompton
HenleyPrint3D is an industrial 3D printing and engineering company at Clayhidon, Cullompton, Devon EX15 3TU, serving Devon, the South West and the rest of the UK. We print FDM parts up to 1000 mm, SLA, SLS PA12 and PolyJet, with lead times from 1 calendar day. Orders are placed online or by email and shipped.
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Key takeaways
- Based in Devon: Clayhidon, Cullompton, Devon EX15 3TU.
- Main production site in Devon, running 7 days a week.
- FDM to 1000 mm, SLA, SLS PA12 and PolyJet, plus design, scanning and finishing.
- Delivery to a UK address, or abroad with customs paperwork prepared.
- Founded 2015. 312,467 components produced for customers in 21 countries.
Suits
South West engineers, makers and manufacturers who want a local engineering partner for prototypes, jigs and production parts.
Worth knowing
Orders run through the quote portal or by email, and parts are shipped to you.
Location and contact details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Address | Clayhidon, Cullompton, Devon EX15 3TU |
| Production | Our main production site, in Devon |
| Order email | order@henleyprint3d.com |
| Quote portal | order.henleyprint3d.com |
| Founded | 2015 |
| Replies | Within an hour for 90% of enquiries, 7 days a week |
Production is automated from order and runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. An engineer reviews every file before it is printed.
Processes and build volumes
| Process | Build volume | Lead time from |
|---|---|---|
| FDM | 1000 × 1000 × 1000 mm | 1 calendar day |
| SLA | 350 x 250 x 250 mm | 1 calendar day |
| SLS PA12 | 165 x 165 x 300 mm | 2 calendar days |
| PolyJet | 16 to 30 micron layers | See service page |
Each process has its own service page: FDM 3D printing, SLA 3D printing, SLS 3D printing and PolyJet 3D printing. Materials are listed in the materials explorer, and finishing services include painting, sand blasting and threaded inserts.
Typical South West engineering jobs
The South West has established engineering sectors in aerospace, defence, marine, motorsport and agricultural technology, and many product designers and makers. The table below is general: it describes the parts this work usually needs, not named customers.
| Sector (general) | Typical printed parts | Material starting point |
|---|---|---|
| Marine and boats | Fittings, covers, jigs, mock-ups and moulds | ASA or PETG for exposure; check long-term water and UV on the datasheet |
| Agri-tech and outdoor equipment | Sensor housings, guards, brackets and prototypes | ASA for sunlight; nylon where wear matters |
| Motorsport and automotive | Ducts, brackets, mounts and fit-check models | SLS PA12, carbon-fibre PETG or nylon |
| Aerospace and defence suppliers | Prototypes, test hardware, jigs and non-critical parts | As specified; see aerospace and defence pages for limits |
| Product design and start-ups | Concept models, enclosures, short runs | SLA for detail, PETG or PA12 for function |
We do not hold AS9100, ITAR registration, clearance or MOD approval, and we do not print metal. We are working towards ISO 9001. NDAs are available on request. The aerospace and defence guides set out what we can and cannot offer.
Industries and applications
We make prototypes, jigs, fixtures and production parts for aerospace, defence, automotive, motorsport and medical engineers, among others, covering rapid prototyping and low-volume manufacturing.
Ordering and delivery
- Upload a STEP or STL file at the quote page, or email a drawing, sketch or photo.
- An engineer reviews the file and confirms material, tolerance, finish and lead time.
- We print, finish and inspect the part against the drawing.
- Parts are packed and shipped. International orders include customs paperwork.
Details are on the shipping and delivery page.
Working with us from anywhere in the UK
Orders are placed online or by email and parts are shipped, so your location makes little difference to the service. File review, printing, finishing and inspection all happen at the Devon site, and questions about your part go to the engineers making it. Lead time does not include delivery: plan from the dispatch date on the quote plus the carrier transit time for your postcode. If the delivery date is fixed, say so when you order.
| If you are... | Do this |
|---|---|
| Prototyping a design in Devon, Somerset, Cornwall or Dorset | Send the model; ask for the dispatch date and choose delivery that suits your schedule |
| Running a short production batch | Agree material, orientation and inspection first; the settings are recorded for repeat orders |
| Replacing a worn or legacy part | Send the part details; see reverse engineering and 3D scanning |
| Needing a part larger than 350 mm | Ask about FDM up to 1000 mm; see large format 3D printing |
| Not sure of the best process | Read the guide to choosing a 3D printing service or contact an engineer |
What to send for a quote
- A STEP or STL file, up to 100 MB each, or a drawing, sketch or photo by email.
- Quantity, the date you need the parts and the delivery postcode.
- The duty (load, temperature, indoor or outdoor), any finish and critical dimensions.
The full list is in the guide to choosing a 3D printing service. For how prices are built, see how much 3D printing costs.
Planning a job: a worked timeline
Lead time is only part of the schedule. Plan backwards from the date you need the parts by adding the stages below. Take the figures for each stage from your quote.
| Stage | Where the time goes | Who sets it |
|---|---|---|
| Upload and engineer review | Questions on tolerance, orientation or material | You and the engineer; a complete file shortens it |
| Print and finish | Queue, build, support removal, any painting, coating or inserts | The dispatch date on your quote |
| Inspection | Checks against the drawing for marked dimensions | Included in the committed date; confirm at quote |
| Transit | Carrier service to your address | The carrier; choose service level at order |
Worked example: if the quote gives a dispatch date four days after you approve it, and you choose a carrier service that takes one working day, the parts arrive about five days after approval, plus any weekend between. Where the date is fixed, say so at the start so an engineer can plan finishing around it. Short runs of identical parts are often quicker to plan than a single complex part with several finishes.
Working with a UK engineering partner
When to use an online platform and when to use an engineering partner is covered in online 3D printing platforms vs a UK engineering partner. Company background is on the about page.
Frequently asked questions
Where is HenleyPrint3D based?
At Clayhidon, Cullompton, Devon EX15 3TU, where our main production site is.
Do you deliver across the South West and the UK?
Yes. Parts are delivered to a UK address, and abroad with customs paperwork prepared.
How quickly can I get parts in Devon?
FDM and SLA from 1 calendar day, SLS from 2. The quote shows the date for your part.
How do I get a quote?
Upload a STEP or STL file at the quote page, or email a drawing, sketch or photo to order@henleyprint3d.com.
Do you work with companies outside Devon?
Yes. We ship from the UK to customers in 21 countries, and the quote shows shipping for international orders.
Is there a 3D printing service near me in Devon?
Yes. Our main production site is in Devon, at Clayhidon, Cullompton, EX15 3TU. We work by online quote or email and ship parts, so contact us first to discuss your project.
Do you work with engineering companies in the South West?
Yes, with engineers in sectors such as aerospace, defence, marine, motorsport and agricultural technology, among others. We print prototypes, jigs, fixtures and production parts.
Can I get a 3D printing quote from Devon without a CAD file?
Yes. Email a drawing, sketch or photo with quantity and material to order@henleyprint3d.com and an engineer will confirm price and lead time.
Get started
Talk to an engineer about your part.
Send us your CAD or describe the problem. We recommend the process, material and finish, and quote with the lead time up front.
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