Modern defense organizations can no longer rely on long supply chains and physical spare parts inventories. When a component is needed — it is needed now. TOP3D delivers 3D printed parts in polymer and metal for the defense industry's demands for speed, precision and flexibility.
We offer the widest range of processes under one roof in Sweden: FDM, SLA, SLS, MJF and DMLS metal printing. One contact surface. The entire chain.
The war in Ukraine, a changing security situation and Sweden's entry into NATO have accelerated a fundamental shift in how the defense sector handles spare parts and component supply.
The old system was based on just-in-time logistics: order from supplier, wait 6–18 months, stockpile spare parts for decades. It doesn't work in a high-intensity scenario.
The new system is called point-of-need sustainment — manufacture the component where it is needed, when it is needed. Digital CAD files replace physical spare parts inventories. A 3D printer can produce a critical part in hours instead of months.
Internationally, this is already a reality. The AMCC (Advanced Manufacturing Coordination Center) in Trollhättan is building national production capacity for defense-critical components, and FMV has developed concepts for mobile microfactories with additive manufacturing for field use.
TOP3D is a civilian part of that capability chain.
Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) enables metal parts with complex geometries that cannot be manufactured conventionally — in materials adapted for demanding environments.
TOP3D handles the entire flow: file review, production, post-processing and delivery.
Material: Titanium Ti-6Al-4V, Nickel alloy, Stainless steel 316L and 17-4PH, Aluminum AlSi10Mg, Hardening steel/Tool steel 1.2709, Copper CuNiSiCr
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Selective laser sintering (SLS) produces complex parts in PP and PA12 without support materials — enabling geometries that otherwise require assembly of multiple parts.
Material: PEKK, PA12 (Nylon) and PP
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FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) in high-performance materials such as carbon fiber reinforced polyamide and PETG produces robust parts for field use.
Material: ASA, carbon fiber reinforced polyamide (PA), PPA-CF, PPS-CF, ABS, PET-CF
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Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) produces polyamide parts with a smooth surface finish, dense structure and reproducible quality. Often faster and more cost-effective than SLS in series production.
Material: PA12, PA11, TPU, PP
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Stereolithography (SLA) provides extremely high detail accuracy with a smooth surface finish — ideal for optical protection, precision prototyping, and functional testing.
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We have a wide range of processes and materials for 3D printing adapted to the requirements of the defense industry:
| FDM | ASA, carbon fiber reinforced polyamide PAHT-CF, PPA-CF, PPS-CF, ABS, PET-CF |
| SLA | UV resin, high precision |
| SLS | PEKK, PP, PA12 |
| MJF | PA12, PA11, TPU, PP |
| 3D printing metal (DMLS) | Titanium, nickel alloy, stainless steel, aluminium, maraging steel |
A contact surface for all processes. TOP3D reviews your request, recommends the right process and materials, and delivers.
TOP3D's capabilities are available to both civilian and defense-related actors. We work with R&D organizations, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers to the Swedish Armed Forces, product development companies and universities.
Sweden is currently building up national additive manufacturing capacity — AMCC in Trollhättan and FMV's work with mobile microfactories are two examples. TOP3D is part of the civilian infrastructure that supports that capability: rapid prototyping, spare parts manufacturing and series production without long procurement times.
We can scale up in case of urgent need and coordinate capacity across our partner network.
Can you manufacture classified or security-sensitive parts?
TOP3D handles all customer data confidentially. CAD files and orders are stored securely. For parts that require specific security agreements, please refer to a separate NDA. Contact us to discuss your specific needs.
What certifications does TOP3D have?
TOP3D is currently not AS/EN 9100 certified. We can refer assignments to certified partners where certification is an explicit requirement in the procurement. Contact us for advice.
How quickly can you deliver in case of emergency?
Polymer parts via FDM, SLA and MJF can be delivered within 2-5 business days. SLS 3-7 days. DMLS metal parts 10-15 days depending on geometry and volume. Contact us directly for urgent priorities.
Can you produce CAD models from older drawings or worn original parts?
Yes. TOP3D offers reverse engineering — we can receive physical components, scan them and produce CAD documents for printing. Contact us for more information.
What distinguishes TOP3D from other suppliers?
We offer the widest range of processes in Sweden under one roof — FDM, SLA, SLS, MJF and DMLS. You don't have to coordinate multiple suppliers. We review your file, recommend the right process and material, and take responsibility for the entire chain.
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