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Printer Running Cost Guide

Prusa MK4 cost per hour: practical model.

Estimate true hourly operating cost for a Prusa MK4 before setting service rates.

Great for quote baselines, print-farm planning, and margin checks.

Prusa MK4 cost-per-hour calculator

Tune to your environment and workflow.

How to use this hourly rate

  • Quote baseline: multiply by print hours per job.
  • Add variable costs: filament, packaging, shipping, post-process time.
  • Add margin: keep margin separate from cost base.
  • Recheck quarterly: electricity and maintenance drift over time.

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