
The Reach 3D Ecosystem
Seven powerful tools. One account. Zero friction.
Online Shop
Premium filaments, accessories, and essentials — certified for your Reach 3D printer.
466 products available
Remote Print Capacity
Use Reach 3D managed production capacity with remote access, support, and predictable output.
2 printer models in fleet
3D Model Library
Browse, remix, and download free community models — or upload your own designs.
3 public models
Printer Management
Monitor your printers in real-time, track jobs, and manage your fleet from anywhere.
Real-time monitoring
Job Marketplace
Submit custom print requests or accept jobs as a partner. Connect customers with makers.
4 jobs available
Community
Forums, events, contests, and a wiki — built for South Africa's growing maker movement.
0 members
Our Managed Remote Production Fleet
We have eliminated the guesswork. Access reliable remote production capacity engineered for consistent quality and fast turnaround.
2 printer models available for remote capacity
Every capacity plan includes
Certified filament materials
Compatible with Flashforge AD5X and Bedrock 3D printers.
Discover, Remix & Share 3D Models
- Browse thousands of community-uploaded designs
- Upload and share your own parametric models
- Multi-part assemblies with full version history
- Enter design contests and win recognition
The Ultimate Remote Capacity Package
Go from upload to flawless production in minutes. Our remote-capacity package provides everything you need to scale, with none of the fleet-management hassle.
- Reserved remote production capacity with live queue visibility.
- Full access to our intuitive Rent3D Print Suite software to import models, estimate costs, and schedule jobs.
- Managed fleet maintenance, monitoring, and service guarantees handled by Reach 3D.
- Priority business-hours support (8 AM - 7 PM) via our integrated support ticket system.
South Africa's Maker Community
Connect with members, share knowledge, attend events, and grow your reputation as a 3D printing expert.
Forums & Discussions
Ask questions, share tips, and collaborate with 2 community posts.
Events & Meetups
Workshops, hackathons, and local meetups — in person and online.
Reputation & Progression
Community Wiki
Crowd-sourced guides, print settings, and troubleshooting knowledge.
Have a 3D Printer? Turn It Into Income.
Join South Africa's distributed print network. List your printer, accept jobs from our marketplace, and earn — all while we handle the hard parts.
Competitive pay per print job
Set your own rates and earn for every completed job delivered to your queue.
AI-assisted job management
Our AI tools help you manage print settings, troubleshoot issues, and optimise jobs — smarter printing, less guesswork.
We handle logistics & payments
Customer acquisition, shipping coordination, and payouts — all managed by Reach 3D.
2+
Printer Models
in the fleet
4+
Jobs Available
right now
R0
Upfront Cost
to join as partner
24/7
Support
from our team
Subscription Plans
Professional 3D printing capability, delivered to your door. No large capital outlay — just print.
Reach 3D Core
- Discounted filament rolls
- Full access to Reach 3D Print Suite
- Access to Print Job Marketplace
- premium support
- sell your 3d models
- make money 3d printing
All plans include a refundable deposit - No lock-in - Talk to us about education & enterprise pricing
How It Works
Simple, transparent, and powerful — whether you need 3D printing done or want to grow your business.
For Clients
Get Your Parts Printed
Browse & Choose
Pick a subscription plan, browse the model library, or post a custom print job — all in one place.
Upload & Order
Upload your STL/3MF file or select from community models. Instant quote, no guesswork.
Print & Review
A local print partner produces your part. Our AI tools assist with quality guidance before it ships.
Track & Reorder
Your dashboard shows every job, file, and delivery status. Reorder in one click.
For Entrepreneurs
Earn With Your Printer
Join the Network
Create your partner account, list your printer model and capabilities. Free to join — no upfront cost.
Receive Jobs
We match marketplace jobs to your printer specs and location. Accept jobs that suit your schedule.
Print & Submit
Print the job. Use our AI tools to optimise settings and troubleshoot — then submit for review.
Get Paid
Payment is released after verification. Track all your earnings in your partner dashboard.
Explore Our Store
Premium filaments, accessories and hardware — everything you need, certified for your Reach 3D setup.

Creality Ender-5 Max 3D Printer
R22999.99

Creality SparkX i7 3D Printer with CFS Lite 4 Filament Dispenser
R12649.99

Creality CR-10 SE 3D Printer
R10349.94

Creality Ender-3 V3 Plus 3D Printer
R13224.99

Creality K1 Max 2025 3D Printer
R19549.99

Creality K2 Plus 3D Printer with CFS Combo
R40249.99
Browse the full range of filaments, resins, tools, and hardware available for your printer.
Visit the Full Store466+ products available
Quality You Can Rely On
Every print from our network uses certified materials and proven technologies — monitored end-to-end.
FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling)
Layer-by-layer plastic extrusion
Resin (SLA/DLP)
High-detail UV resin printing
PBF (Powder Bed Fusion)
Metal powder fusion with laser
Post-Processing Options
About Reach 3D
Reach 3D is a for-profit project powered by our parent non-profit, Ruach, which is dedicated to democratizing access to cutting-edge technology across South Africa.
Our mission is to empower the next generation of creators, entrepreneurs, and educators by providing flexible, affordable, and fully-supported access to the world's best 3D printers and scanners. We offer special programs and pricing for schools, universities, and other educational institutions to help bring 21st-century skills to every classroom.
Get in Touch
Have a question or a proposal? We'd love to hear from you.


