Inventory Software for 3D Printing Entrepreneurs

3D printing businesses, model makers & prototypers

Your printers are depreciating assets, your filament costs add up fast, and you might sell digital files alongside physical prints. Ardent Seller tracks it all — from equipment maintenance schedules to per-print cost calculations that include machine wear.

Common Challenges

• Tracking filament and resin costs per print accurately
• Managing printer maintenance and depreciation across multiple machines
• Balancing digital design files with physical product inventory
• Calculating true cost per print including electricity and machine wear
• Handling product variants across materials and colors

How Ardent Seller Helps

Purpose-built features for 3d printing entrepreneurs.

Equipment Tracking

Track printer depreciation, maintenance hours, and replacement planning across your fleet.

Automatic COGS Calculation

Factor in filament cost, machine depreciation, and labor for true per-print costs.

Production Consumption Tracking

Automatically deduct filament/resin usage when recording production runs.

Digital Products & Services

Manage STL file sales alongside physical printed products in one system.

Product Variants

Track prints across different materials, colors, and scales with individual pricing.

Multiple Inventory Categories

Organize filaments, resins, hardware, finished prints, and equipment separately.

Guides for 3D Printing Entrepreneurs

In-depth articles to help you get the most out of your business.

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