Print Support And Purge Mass Calculator
Add separately estimated part, support and purge filament masses for a repeated batch.
Result for the values shown.
Calculations run in your browser.
What to enter
| Input | Meaning and units |
|---|---|
| Part-only mass per item (g) | Enter part-only mass per item in g; use the same basis as the other measurements. |
| Support mass per item (g) | Enter support mass per item in g; use the same basis as the other measurements. |
| Item count (items) | Enter item count in items; use the same basis as the other measurements. |
| Purge mass for whole batch (g) | Enter purge mass for whole batch in g; use the same basis as the other measurements. |
Understanding your result
Components must be non-overlapping slicer estimates; purge is entered once for the whole batch.
Common mistakes
- Do not add supports again if your slicer total already includes them.
Check your calculation
- Use the worked example as a known reference case, then change one input at a time and check the direction and units of the response.
Calculation checks, sources and review limits
How much total filament do parts, supports and purge consume?
Add separately estimated part, support and purge filament masses for a repeated batch.
Common uses
- How much total filament do parts, supports and purge consume
How it works
Multiply part-plus-support grams by item count and add the whole-batch purge mass once. Components must be non-overlapping slicer estimates; purge is entered once for the whole batch. Entered slicer estimates, measured material quantities and user costs only. No printer calibration, material suitability, electrical design or safety assessment.
Worked example
Enter Part-only mass per item: 20 g; Support mass per item: 5 g; Item count: 6 items; Purge mass for whole batch: 15 g. Results: Parts and supports mass: 150 g; Total estimated filament mass: 165 g.