Silver Lakes residents looking to buy 3D printers for sale, filaments, and specialist equipment can collect from the 3D Printing Store at 198 Edward Avenue, Zwartkop, Centurion. The store is accessible from Silver Lakes via the N1 or R21, with a drive time of roughly 25 to 30 minutes. Local stock is maintained on all major product lines, so there is no dependence on international courier timelines for most purchases.
The Centurion branch covers the full Silver Lakes buyer base, from home hobbyists purchasing their first desktop printer to small businesses sourcing laser systems and CNC equipment for production use.
Key Takeaways
- Nearest walk-in store: 198 Edward Avenue, Zwartkop, Centurion, accessible via the N1 or R21
- Stocks Creality and Anycubic printers, PLA/PETG/ABS filaments, resin, and spare parts
- Training courses available for beginners through to advanced users
- Open Monday to Thursday 8 am to 4:30 pm, Friday 8 am to 4 pm, Saturday 9 am to 1 pm
- Also serves Centurion, Garsfontein, Menlo Park, Lyttelton, and Midrand
What Silver Lakes Buyers Can Collect In-Store
The Centurion branch carries the full range across 3D printing, CNC, and laser technologies. 3D Printing machines form the largest stocked category, covering everything from affordable starter units for home use to enclosed professional printers for engineering and architectural applications. Resin printers and compatible consumables are available for high-detail output requirements.
Product lines available for walk-in purchase or same-day collection:
- 3D Printers: Creality 3D Printers (Ender and K-series), Anycubic Kobra range, Flashforge, and Wanhao
- Resin Printers: Anycubic Photon series with matching resin consumables
- 3D Printer Filament: PLA, PETG, ABS, and flexible filaments in multiple colours and grades
- Spare Parts: 3D Printer Parts including belts, rollers, bed surfaces, and drive gears
- Scanners: 3D Scanners, desktop and handheld units for reverse engineering and quality control
- Laser Systems: xTool desktop engravers and CO2 laser cutters for craft and small business use
- CNC: Desktop CNC routers for wood, acrylic, foam, and soft metals
3D Printing in Silver Lakes' Estate Community
Silver Lakes is a well-established gated golf estate in the east of Pretoria, known for its residential security, open spaces, and professional household base. Silver Lakes Golf Estate, the defining landmark of the area, draws residents who combine a high standard of living with professional and entrepreneurial careers. Woodlands Boulevard Shopping Centre, a few kilometres from the estate, is the primary retail hub for Silver Lakes residents and a practical stop on the way to the Centurion store.
Demand in Silver Lakes reflects the estate's professional and home-business character:
- Home-based professionals using 3D printing to produce custom components and product prototypes
- Small businesses operating from estate premises and sourcing 3D Printer Upgrades for production machines
- Hobbyists and makers building and modifying desktop 3D Printing machines
- Residents with laser engraving equipment producing personalised gifts and décor items
- Contractors sourcing replacement Hot Ends and Extruders for machines running engineering-grade materials
The estate's professional resident base has also driven interest in structured training, with buyers keen to maximise the output quality of machines rather than just getting them running. The Centurion store's training programme addresses this need directly.
Services at the Centurion Store
The branch provides services designed to support buyers over the long term:
- 3D Printer Training: Courses covering printer setup, slicing software, calibration, and material-specific settings for both 3D Printing and resin machines
- Technical Support: In-store diagnosis on walk-in visits, plus an online support ticket system for post-sale queries
- Laser Engravers: xTool and solid-state laser units for engraving wood, leather, acrylic, and metal
- Laser Cutters: CO2 systems for higher-power cutting in craft and production environments
- Craft CNC Machines: Desktop routers with bits, spindles, and accessories stocked in-store
- Loyalty Programme: Points accumulate on every purchase and are redeemable against future orders
198 Edward Avenue, Zwartkop, Centurion, 0157
Mon to Thu: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm | Fri: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm | Sat: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Phone: (012) 665-1391 | Email: sales@3dprintingstore.co.za
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the nearest 3D Printing Store to Silver Lakes?
The closest walk-in branch is at 198 Edward Avenue, Zwartkop, Centurion, 0157, accessible from Silver Lakes via the N1 or R21, approximately 25 to 30 minutes depending on traffic.
Can I buy 3D Printer Filament near Silver Lakes?
Yes. The Centurion store stocks PLA, PETG, ABS, and flexible filaments in multiple colours and grades, available for same-day walk-in collection.
Does the store offer 3D Printer Training for Silver Lakes customers?
Yes. Training courses run from beginner to advanced level, covering printer setup, slicing, calibration, and material profiles. Contact the store to check availability and book.
