3D Print Shrinkage Calculator

Calculate how much to scale up your 3D model to compensate for material shrinkage. Supports PLA, ABS, PETG, Nylon and ASA with X, Y, Z dimensions.

Filament Type

Expected Range

Min: 0.3%

Typical: 0.4%

Max: 0.5%

Desired Final Dimensions (mm)

X (Width)

Y (Depth)

Z (Height)

Print These Dimensions

X: 100.40mm

Y: 100.40mm

Z: 100.40mm

PLA Shrinkage: 0.4%

X Dimension0.40mm shrinkage

Y Dimension0.40mm shrinkage

Z Dimension0.40mm shrinkage

Dimension	Print at	Final Size	Shrinkage
X	100.40mm	100.00mm	0.40mm
Y	100.40mm	100.00mm	0.40mm
Z	100.40mm	100.00mm	0.40mm

Important Notes

•Shrinkage varies by print orientation, cooling speed, and printer calibration
•These are typical values; actual shrinkage may vary slightly
•Print test pieces to verify shrinkage on your specific printer
•Annealing (post-processing heat) can further reduce or stabilize dimensions

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