Phanes 3DP
Software platform providing e-commerce and instant quoting capabilities for 3D printing service bureaus with automated STL file analysis and manufacturing optimization.
- CEO / Founder
- Jon Acosto
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Latest Round
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
Instant Quote WordPress Plugin; Astroprint Integration
Technological Advantage
Claimed: Automated STL geometry analysis (volume, surface area, and bounding box) for instant price calculation integrated directly into WooCommerce. Defensible: Proprietary WordPress-native architecture for AM e-commerce that allows for seamless integration with cloud printing platforms like Astroprint.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Enables 3D printing service bureaus to provide instant quotes through automated STL file analysis and e-commerce integration.
How They Differentiate
Offers a WordPress-native plugin for instant STL quoting at a significantly lower price point ($49.95/year) compared to enterprise SaaS solutions like DigiFabster, which target industrial bureaus with high monthly subscription fees.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
3D printing service bureaus
Industry Verticals
3D Printing Services
Competitors
DigiFabster; Treatstock; Paperless Parts
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Integrated with Astroprint's cloud platform; supports multiple payment gateways including PayPal, Stripe, and Square; available as both a free 'Basic' and paid 'Premium' WordPress plugin.
Major Milestones
2017: Founded in Albuquerque, NM; 2017: Launched integration with Astroprint cloud platform; 2018: Released Phanes 3DP Calculator - Basic on GitHub.