3D Printing Lead Times & Shipping
Use this page to review our standard lead times, Next-Day Rush availability, Greater Boston pickup, and nationwide shipping options for FDM, SLA, and SLS 3D printing.
If you are working on a tight schedule, this page shows which technologies support rush service and what to expect before shipping transit time is added.
Lead Times by 3D Printing Technology
Technology | Standard | Next-Day Rush | Greater Boston Pickup | Shipping |
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FDM | 1–3 business days | Available for eligible orders | Available at our Salem, MA location | Nationwide shipping |
SLA | 1–3 business days | Available for eligible orders | Available at our Salem, MA location | Nationwide shipping |
SLS | 2–4 business days | Not available | Available at our Salem, MA location | Nationwide shipping |
Lead Time Notes
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Lead times shown above are production lead times and do not include shipping transit time, unless otherwise confirmed.
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Next-Day Rush means next-business-day shipping for FDM and SLA orders that qualify for rush service.
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To qualify for Next-Day Rush, orders must be placed by 12 PM ET.
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Local pickup is available at our Salem, Massachusetts location once your order is complete and our team confirms it is ready.
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Standard shipping is UPS Ground.
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Expedited shipping is available by request.
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If you have specific shipping requirements, our team can help arrange the best option for your order.
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Rush availability depends on file readiness, quantity, geometry, and finishing requirements.
Pickup & Shipping
Upside Parts serves Greater Boston from our Salem, Massachusetts location and ships nationwide across the U.S.
For local orders, pickup is available once your order is complete and our team confirms it is ready. Standard shipping is UPS Ground, and expedited shipping is available by request. If your project needs a specific shipping setup, we can coordinate the delivery approach that fits the order.
What Can Affect Lead Time
Lead time depends on more than printing technology alone. File readiness, part geometry, quantity, and finishing requirements can all affect turnaround.
Most orders move through our standard quote and order flow without extra coordination. If we spot anything that could affect timing or printability, our team will contact you before production begins.
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