What is build volume?

Build volume is the maximum X, Y and Z dimensions your printer can print. It is determined by the physical travel limits of the print head and bed. The actual usable volume may be slightly less than the stated specifications.

My part is slightly too big — what can I do?

You can rotate the part diagonally on the bed to use the diagonal distance, split the part into sections and glue them together, or scale it down slightly.

Does build volume include the full bed?

Stated build volume is usually the mechanical maximum. In practice, you lose a few mm at the edges due to clips, probe offsets, or bed levelling margins. Budget 5-10mm less on each axis.

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Build Volume Calculator — Fit Check

Calculate usable build volume and check if your model fits the print area.

Build X

Build Y

Build Z

Part X

Part Y

Part Z

How We Calculate This

Formula

Build volume = X x Y x Z (in litres)
Fits check = Part dimension ≤ Build dimension (each axis)
Max scale = min(Build / Part) for each axis x 100%
Volume utilisation = Part bounding box / Build volume x 100

The calculator checks each axis independently. The maximum scale factor is limited by whichever axis would hit the build limit first.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Last updated: February 2026

All calculations are estimates. Always verify settings with test prints before committing to final prints.