Boston Micro Fabrication
Boston Micro Fabrication manufactures micro-precision 3D printing systems based on proprietary PµSL stereolithography technology (2–25µm resolution), serving medical devices, electronics, microfluidics, photonics, dental, and research customers with printers, proprietary materials, and micro-3D printing services.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2016
- HeadquartersMaynard, United States
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Boston Micro Fabrication does
Boston Micro Fabrication (BMF) is a privately held manufacturer of micro-precision 3D printing systems founded in 2016 and headquartered in Maynard, Massachusetts. The company commercializes a proprietary Projection Micro Stereolithography (PµSL) technology that achieves XY pixel resolution of 2–25 micrometers with tolerances of ±10–25µm, positioning it at the high-precision end of the additive manufacturing market. BMF sells the microArch family of printers (S230 at 2µm, S140/S240 at 10µm, S150/S350 at 25µm, and the dual-resolution D1025), a portfolio of proprietary photopolymer resins (BIO, HTL, HT 200, TOUGH, BMF MED, Clear, HTF, FR, SR) plus an aluminum-oxide ceramic material, and the FDA-cleared UltraThineer dental veneer product line.
The company's customer base spans medical devices, electronics, microfluidics, fiber optics/photonics, RF and microwave engineering, dental, and academic research, with named enterprise users including Sonion NL, Isometric Micro Molding, TE Connectivity, RNDR Medical, and the University of Birmingham PHTA. BMF monetizes through direct enterprise hardware sales with quote-based multi-year contracts, recurring proprietary materials revenue, and on-demand 3D printing services. Distribution combines direct field sales with application engineering, a service bureau partner network (IPFL, Shree Rapid Technologies, 3DGBIRE), and regional sales/marketing presence in Germany and Japan alongside a Chinese manufacturing and commercial affiliate (BMF Precision Tech Inc.).
BMF has raised approximately $79M+ across disclosed funding rounds — including a $43M Series C led by Shenzhen Capital Group in July 2022 and a ~$22M Series D for the Chinese affiliate in mid-2023 — and is currently led by President Bryan Ferrand and COO Donna Kelly following a July 2026 management reorganization in which founder John Kawola transitioned to a strategic advisor role. The company holds CE certification on multiple printer platforms, FDA clearance for its UltraThineer dental material, and operates with global application engineering support across North America, Europe, and Asia.
Boston Micro Fabrication firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Boston Micro Fabrication
- Legal name
- BMF Precision Inc.
- Website
- https://bmf3d.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2016
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- Boston Micro Fabrication manufactures micro-precision 3D printing systems based on proprietary PµSL stereolithography technology (2–25µm resolution), serving medical devices, electronics, microfluidics, photonics, dental, and research customers with printers, proprietary materials, and micro-3D printing services.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Boston Micro Fabrication industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Micro 3D Printing Systems
- NAICS
- Printing and Related Support Activities (323)
- SIC
- Printing Trades Machinery & Equipment (3555)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Micro/Nanoscale & Precision 3D Printers (Two-Photon, Micro-SLA) (IMAAAAAI)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Precision Micro-3D Printing Services (micro-SLA, micro-metal, microfluidics) (IMAAADAF), Medical & Dental 3D Printing Services (patient-specific devices, dental labs) (IMAAADAG), Medical & Dental Prototyping (Models, Guides, Pre-Op Planning) (IMAAAFAI), 3D Printers (Additive Manufacturing) (HDACAEAH)
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Where Boston Micro Fabrication is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Maynard
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices5 records
Markets served
Boston Micro Fabrication business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- 3D Printer Hardware Sales: Sale of microArch series 3D printers including S230 (2µm), S140 (10µm), S240 (10µm), S150 Series (25µm), S350 (25µm), and D1025 (dual resolution). Printers range from compact desktop to industrial production systems with build volumes up to 100x100x75mm.
- Proprietary Materials and Resins: Sales of specialized photopolymer resins including HTL, BIO, HT 200, TOUGH, BMF MED, HTF, FR, SR (sacrificial), CLEAR, and AL Ceramic (aluminum oxide). Materials are optimized for the microArch platform.
- 3D Printing Services: BMF offers micro-3D printing services for customers who prefer not to purchase equipment, manufacturing parts to specification using their PµSL technology.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Enterprise/B2B direct sales with quote-based pricing |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels7 records
Boston Micro Fabrication product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Boston Micro Fabrication (BMF) manufactures and sells micro-precision 3D printing systems based on its proprietary Projection Micro Stereolithography (PµSL) technology, delivering resolutions down to 2µm and tolerances of ±10µm. Its product portfolio includes the microArch series of 3D printers (S230, S140, S240, S150 Series, S350, D1025) and a range of proprietary photopolymer resins and ceramic materials (BIO, HTL, HT 200, TOUGH, BMF MED, CLEAR, HTF, FR, SR, AL Ceramic). BMF also offers the UltraThineer dental veneer product line and 3D printing services for customers who prefer not to purchase equipment.
Product overview
Boston Micro Fabrication (BMF) offers a portfolio of micro-precision 3D printing systems and specialized materials based on Projection Micro Stereolithography (PµSL) technology. The product lineup includes the microArch series of 3D printers spanning multiple resolution tiers: the S230 (2µm resolution), S140 and S240 (10µm resolution), S150 Series and S350 (25µm resolution), and the dual-resolution D1025 (combining 10µm and 25µm zones). Supporting materials include photopolymer resins (BIO, HTL, HT 200, TOUGH, BMF MED, CLEAR, HTF, FR, SR) and ceramic materials (AL Ceramic). The company also commercializes the UltraThineer dental veneer product line through its PµSL-powered platform. BMF positions itself as a precision microfabrication solution for medical devices, electronics, microfluidics, fiber optics, and research applications.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- UltraThineer: Commercial dental product line using BMF's micro-precision ceramic 3D printing technology to produce ultra-thin zirconia veneers under 100µm thickness
- microArch
Products and services
- microArch S230 High-precision micro 3D printer offering 2µm XY resolution and ±10µm tolerance in a 50 x 50 x 50mm build volume, supporting photopolymers and ceramics. Part of BMF's 2µm Series targeting applications requiring the highest precision.
- microArch S140 Desktop-format 10µm resolution micro 3D printer with ±25µm tolerance, 94 x 52 x 45mm build volume, and an open material platform suitable for research and development environments.
- microArch S240 Industrial 10µm resolution micro 3D printer with the largest build volume in BMF's portfolio (100 x 100 x 75mm / 750 cm³), advanced roller system enabling up to 10x faster printing speeds, capability to process materials up to 20,000 cP, and CE certification. Supports industrial-grade composites and ceramics.
- microArch S150 Series Compact 25µm micro-precision 3D printer series with two models (S150 for flexible lab development and S150 Ultra for high-throughput production) featuring one-touch automated operation, HEPA13 filtration, UV-C sterilization, and CE certification. S150 Ultra delivers up to 9x faster print speeds than the standard S150.
- microArch S350 Industrial 25µm resolution micro 3D printer with a larger build volume (100 x 100 x 50mm) and extended third-party material support for higher-throughput production applications.
- microArch D1025 Dual-resolution micro 3D printer combining 10µm and 25µm resolution zones in a single system, offering flexibility for applications requiring different precision levels.
- BIO Resin Biocompatible photopolymer resin for non-implantable medical applications, sterilizable with multiple ISO biocompatibility tests passed, 93.3% in vitro cell culture survival rate, 56 MPa tensile strength. Compatible with microArch S130, S140, S230, S240, S350, D1025, and S150 series.
- HTL Resin High-performance engineering photopolymer with high strength, stiffness, and heat resistance up to 114°C (HDT at 0.45 MPa: 114.2°C), tensile strength 71.5 MPa, available in yellow-translucent, black, and carbon-black colors.
- HT 200 Resin High-temperature photopolymer resin withstanding temperatures up to 200°C (HDT at 0.45 MPa: 217.8°C), tensile strength 87.8 MPa, suitable for end-use applications in extreme thermal environments.
- TOUGH Resin Stiff, durable engineering photopolymer with good combination of strength and elongation (14%), tensile strength 82.9 MPa, suited for end-use products requiring durability and resistance to mechanical stress.
- BMF MED Resin Rigid, amber-colored biocompatible photopolymer with sharp details, light transmission, and temperature resistance over 100°C; 95.6% in vitro cell culture survival rate; 0.01% water absorption; suitable for medical device applications requiring biocompatibility and sterilizability.
- BMF Clear Resin Biocompatible, optically transparent photopolymer resin delivering greater than 90% light transmittance with 10µm layer thicknesses and no post-processing polishing required; 87.5% in vitro cell culture survival rate; 23 MPa tensile strength, 18% elongation at break. Designed for microfluidics, optical components, lenses, light guides, lab-on-a-chip platforms, and medical devices requiring visual inspection or fluid flow visibility.
- HTF Resin Heat-resistant and tough photopolymer resin with high HDT (152.45°C), tensile strength 96.32 MPa, good biocompatibility, and Shore D 91 hardness; designed for high-pressure steam applications such as autoclaving.
- FR Resin Flame-retardant photopolymer with UL94 V-0 fire rating at 2.0mm thickness, HDT 160°C, tensile strength 68 MPa, available in yellow-translucent and black.
- SR Resin (Soluble) Sacrificial photopolymer resin used for printing single-use molds for manufacturing components from other materials; dissolves in a 5:95 sodium hydroxide and distilled water solution; 26% elongation at break.
- AL Ceramic (Aluminum Oxide) Ceramic material made from 99.99% pure aluminum oxide, processed as a green body and sintered to produce dense, high-performance ceramic microcomponents with 2,300 MPa compressive strength, 500 MPa flexural strength, 300 GPa elastic modulus, 99.5% relative density, 32 W/(m·K) thermal conductivity, and 10^14 Ω·cm electrical resistivity. Compatible with microArch S230 (T40 tank/platform) and S240 (T200 tank/platform).
- UltraThineer Dental Veneer Product Line Commercial dental product line using BMF's micro-precision ceramic 3D printing technology to produce ultra-thin zirconia dental veneers under 100µm thickness, requiring minimal or no tooth reduction. FDA-cleared and marketed as the world's thinnest no-prep 3D-printed dental veneer.
- Micro 3D Printing Services Contract micro-precision 3D printing services that manufacture parts to customer specification using BMF's PµSL technology, available through the company and its service bureau network (e.g., IPFL, Shree Rapid Technologies) for customers who prefer not to purchase equipment.
Quantifiable outcome
- Time-to-test reduced from 1-2 months to 1-2 days for micro-precision parts
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Boston Micro Fabrication
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments7 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Boston Micro Fabrication technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
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AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
Boston Micro Fabrication partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.
- LithozminorLithoz, a ceramics 3D printing company based in Austria, displayed bioresorbable implants including ear bone replacements and semiconductor cooling plates alongside BMF at RAPID 2026. Customer KLS Martin reported double-digit monthly growth using Lithoz technology.
- RNDR MedicalcoreRNDR Medical partnered with BMF to use microscale 3D printing technology for single-use ureteroscopes, achieving a 50% reduction in development time compared to traditional manufacturing methods.
- University of Birmingham PHTAminorThe University of Birmingham's PHTA installed a microArch S240 3D printer from BMF to support medical device manufacturing and research in the West Midlands, enabling rapid fabrication of microfluidic devices, biosensors, and intricate medical components.
- IPFLcoreIPFL became the first UK service bureau to offer micro-precision parts using BMF technology, expanding access to BMF's capabilities for UK-based customers.
- Shree Rapid TechnologiescoreBMF announced partnership with Shree Rapid Technologies to provide micro-precision 3D printing services and expand market reach.
- 3DGBIREminor3DGBIRE introduced BMF to An Duong from Rolls-Royce/Morethan3D, facilitating the creation of the world's smallest 3D-printed Crew Dragon spacecraft model.
- BMF Precision Tech Inc.coreBMF Precision Tech Inc. is the Chinese entity of Boston Micro Fabrication that completed a CNY 160 million Series D funding round in June 2023 and maintains strategic cooperation with over 1,000 enterprises globally.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Boston Micro Fabrication competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Microlight3D: French company offering micro and nano-scale 3D printing systems based on two-photon polymerization. Direct competitor in the micro-precision additive manufacturing market, particularly for academic and research customers.
- Nanoscribe (BICO): German-based micro-scale 3D printing company specializing in two-photon polymerization (2PP) for sub-micron resolution. Direct competitor in micro-precision 3D printing, particularly for photonics, microfluidics, and biomedical research applications — overlapping with BMF's core technical positioning.
- UpNano: Austrian manufacturer of high-resolution 2PP 3D printers targeting biomedical, microfluidics, and research markets. Competes with BMF in the micro-precision printing space with comparable resolution capabilities and similar enterprise customer base.
- Lithoz: Austrian ceramic 3D printing company specializing in high-performance ceramics for medical, aerospace, and industrial applications. Direct peer in micro-precision additive manufacturing — and a partner who co-exhibited with BMF at RAPID 2026, indicating overlap in ceramic micro-component customer targeting.
Broad incumbents
- Protolabs: On-demand digital manufacturing services provider offering 3D printing (including SLA/DLP), CNC machining, and injection molding. Competes with BMF's 3D printing services arm by providing micro-precision prototyping services to similar enterprise customers.
- Stratasys: Global 3D printing leader with diverse polymer and production-grade systems. Serves similar aerospace, automotive, and medical verticals as BMF but focuses on larger-format, higher-throughput manufacturing rather than micro-precision niche.
- Formlabs: Leading SLA/DLP 3D printer manufacturer offering desktop and industrial systems. Competes with BMF in SLA-adjacent markets, particularly for medical, dental, and engineering customers needing high-resolution parts, though at lower precision tiers (typically 25-50µm).
- Carbon: Digital Light Synthesis (DLP-based) 3D printing company serving automotive, medical, and industrial markets with production-grade parts. Competes in adjacent DLP technology space and serves overlapping dental and medical device customers.
- 3D Systems: Established 3D printing manufacturer with broad portfolio across metals, polymers, and dental. Develops BMF MED resin as a BMF material partner, and serves many of the same medical device and dental customers. Broader offerings but overlaps in micro-precision dental and prototyping segments.
Emerging players
- Materialise: Belgian 3D printing services and software company with strong presence in medical and industrial verticals. Overlaps with BMF in medical device and prototyping services, though at different precision tiers.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Profiles5 records
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Funding rounds4 records
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Frequently asked questions about Boston Micro Fabrication
What does Boston Micro Fabrication do?
Boston Micro Fabrication (BMF) manufactures and sells micro-precision 3D printing systems based on its proprietary Projection Micro Stereolithography (PµSL) technology, delivering resolutions down to 2µm and tolerances of ±10µm. Its product portfolio includes the microArch series of 3D printers (S230, S140, S240, S150 Series, S350, D1025) and a range of proprietary photopolymer resins and ceramic materials (BIO, HTL, HT 200, TOUGH, BMF MED, CLEAR, HTF, FR, SR, AL Ceramic). BMF also offers the UltraThineer dental veneer product line and 3D printing services for customers who prefer not to purchase equipment.
Is Boston Micro Fabrication a public or private company?
Boston Micro Fabrication is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.
When was Boston Micro Fabrication founded?
Boston Micro Fabrication was founded in 2016. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is Boston Micro Fabrication based?
Boston Micro Fabrication is headquartered in Maynard, United States, in the North America region.
How does Boston Micro Fabrication make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. 3D Printer Hardware Sales are the primary driver. The others are proprietary Materials and Resins and 3D Printing Services.
Who are Boston Micro Fabrication's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Microlight3D, Nanoscribe (BICO), UpNano and Lithoz. Broad incumbents are Protolabs, Stratasys, Formlabs, Carbon and 3D Systems. Materialise is listed as an emerging player.
Does Boston Micro Fabrication have an API?
No public API is recorded for Boston Micro Fabrication.
What industry is Boston Micro Fabrication in?
Boston Micro Fabrication's product category is Industrial Micro 3D Printing Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAAAAAI, Micro/Nanoscale & Precision 3D Printers (Two-Photon, Micro-SLA), with a secondary code of IMAAADAF, Precision Micro-3D Printing Services (micro-SLA, micro-metal, microfluidics). Its NAICS code is 323 and its SIC code is 3555.