The numbers
| Sells for | $5 to $10 |
|---|---|
| Print time | 0.3 to 0.5 h |
| Filament | 6 to 10 g |
| Cost per item | $3.80 |
| Marketplace fees | $1.16 |
| Left per sale | $2.53 |
| Per print hour | $6.33 |
| Demand (niche) | Medium |
| Competition | Medium |
| Legal and licence risk | Medium |
| Evidence | Seen on Etsy |
Estimates for one item at the middle of the price range, after filament, power, machine wear, marketplace fees and your time at $15 an hour. Shipping not included. Not sales data.
How the score adds up
Profit per print hour19/30
Demand15/25
Low competition12/20
Low legal risk8/15
Evidence quality6/10
Demand and legal risk come from the niche Disc golf mini markers.
Seen for sale: PDGA-legal 3D printed disc golf mini markers (themed designs). Prices change, open the listing to check.
Why it can work
- Estimated $6.33 profit per print hour
- Seasonal demand: Spring to autumn, plus tournament dates
Why it might fail
- Disc maker logos are trademarked, so club logos need permission
Be aware before you sell
Design your own, since a mini is simple to model. Disc maker logos are trademarked, so club logos need permission. Etsy asks for your own original design, so a licensed file may not qualify.
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