XJet
XJet Ltd. is an Israeli additive manufacturing company that has commercialized NanoParticle Jetting (NPJ), a patented powderless inkjet-based technology for high-precision metal and ceramic 3D printing, serving aerospace, medical, dental, industrial, jewelry, and automotive manufacturers worldwide.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2005
- HeadquartersRehovot, Israel
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What XJet does
XJet Ltd. is an Israeli additive manufacturing company founded in 2005 by Hanan Gothait (previously co-founder of Objet Geometries, which later merged with Stratasys) and headquartered in Rehovot, Israel. The company has developed and commercialized NanoParticle Jetting (NPJ), a patented powderless inkjet-based process that jets metal or ceramic nanoparticles suspended in liquid through thousands of inkjet nozzles to build parts in ultra-thin sub-10-micron layers. NPJ is positioned as the only direct material jetting technology applicable to both metals and ceramics, with a three-step automated workflow (Print-Wash-Sinter) and a proprietary water-soluble support material that dissolves post-print to enable complex internal geometries without mechanical post-processing.
The product portfolio centers on the Carmel series of 3D printing systems — Carmel 1400C for ceramics, Carmel 1400M for metals, Carmel 5000X for large-format production, and the recently launched Carmel Pro compact multi-material platform (announced November 2025, commercial availability Q2 2026) — supported by the SMART Station for automated support removal, file-to-part software with built-in shrinkage compensation, and a proprietary materials portfolio of technical ceramics (Alumina, Zirconia including Black Zirconia, Silicon Nitride, Aluminum Nitride, Tungsten Carbide), stainless steels (316L, 17-4PH), and precious metals (Sterling Silver, Gold Alloys), all supplied in sealed cartridges. Achieved part specifications include >99.5% density, 50 μm accuracy, >1.6 μm surface smoothness, and 200 μm internal details.
XJet monetizes through direct enterprise sales of capital equipment, recurring revenue from proprietary NanoParticle ink consumables, and a growing network of Value-Added Resellers and service bureau partners (3D-Werk Black Forest in Germany, Eqops in UK/Ireland, Complete AM in North America, YBI, Tri-Tech 3D). The company serves manufacturers in aerospace & defense, medical devices and dental, industrial precision, jewelry and luxury, and automotive sectors, with named customers including Straumann, CeramTec, Ceramaret, Kanfit, GBC Advanced Materials, Progold, Ter Hoek, Azoth, Syqe Medical, SPA, XOLUTIONS, and Nivalon Medical. Leadership transitioned from founder Hanan Gothait (now President) through Yair Alcobi (2022–2024) to current CEO Guy Zimmerman (2024–present).
XJet firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- XJet
- Legal name
- XJet Ltd.
- Website
- https://xjet3d.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2005
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- XJet Ltd. is an Israeli additive manufacturing company that has commercialized NanoParticle Jetting (NPJ), a patented powderless inkjet-based technology for high-precision metal and ceramic 3D printing, serving aerospace, medical, dental, industrial, jewelry, and automotive manufacturers worldwide.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
XJet industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Additive Manufacturing Systems
- SIC
- Printing Trades Machinery & Equipment (3555)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Large-Format & Industrial Production 3D Printers (High-Throughput Systems) (IMAAAAAK)
Keywords
Where XJet is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Rehovot
- HQ country
- Israel
- HQ region
- Middle East
Offices1 record
Markets served
XJet business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- 3D Printing Systems (Hardware): XJet sells additive manufacturing systems including the Carmel Pro, Carmel 5000X, Carmel 1400C (ceramic), and Carmel 1400M (metal). These are capital equipment purchases with multi-year operational lifecycles.
- Materials and Consumables: Proprietary NanoParticle inks for metals and ceramics supplied in sealed cartridges. Both build material and support material provided in consumable cartridge format.
- Channel Partner Services: Service bureaus and channel partners provide production services using XJet systems, extending market reach without direct service delivery from XJet.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Carmel Pro - Entry-level multi-material platform |
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Carmel 1400C (Ceramic) and Carmel 1400M (Metal) |
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Carmel 5000X - Large format system |
Go-to-market motion4 records
Distribution channels6 records
Marketing channels5 records
XJet product offering
Product offeringCore offering
XJet develops and sells NanoParticle Jetting (NPJ) additive manufacturing systems — powderless inkjet-based 3D printers that produce high-density metal and ceramic parts from sealed-cartridge NanoParticle inks. The offering spans the Carmel series of industrial 3D printers (Carmel Pro, Carmel 5000X, Carmel 1400C ceramic, Carmel 1400M metal), the SMART Station for automated soluble support removal, and a proprietary consumables portfolio covering technical ceramics, stainless steels, and precious metals, sold to manufacturers in aerospace, medical, industrial, and luxury sectors.
Product overview
XJet provides NanoParticle Jetting (NPJ) technology, a patented powderless direct material jetting AM platform for producing high-precision metal and ceramic parts. The product portfolio centers on the Carmel series of 3D printing systems: Carmel Pro (compact multi-material with 4-channel printhead), Carmel 5000X (large-format production), Carmel 1400C (ceramic), and Carmel 1400M (metal). These systems share the core NPJ technology platform featuring inkjet-based nanoparticle deposition, automated soluble support removal via SMART Station, and a unified software workflow. Materials are supplied as sealed cartridges and include technical ceramics (Alumina, Zirconia, Silicon Nitride, Aluminum Nitride, Tungsten Carbide), stainless steels (316L, 17-4PH), and precious metals (Gold Alloys, Sterling Silver). The platform enables end-use production parts with >99.5% density, 50μm accuracy, and smooth surface finishes without post-machining.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Carmel Pro Compact multi-material NPJ 3D printing system with 4-channel printhead enabling simultaneous multi-material deposition for SMEs, research centers, and premium jewelry manufacturers, priced 60-70% lower than legacy Carmel systems.
- Carmel 5000X Large-format metal 3D printing system with expanded build volume (2X build volume, 4X productivity vs. standard Carmel systems) for high-volume production of complex parts.
- Carmel 1400C Industrial ceramic 3D printing system using NanoParticle Jetting technology for high-precision technical ceramic parts in aerospace, medical, semiconductor, and industrial applications.
- Carmel 1400M Industrial metal 3D printing system using NanoParticle Jetting for production of complex metal parts with high density (>99.5%), accuracy (50 µm), and surface finish (>1.6 µm) without post-machining.
- SMART Station Automated soluble support removal station that dissolves XJet's proprietary support material in a water-based wash, eliminating mechanical post-processing of printed parts for unattended manufacturing.
- XJet Materials Portfolio Proprietary NanoParticle consumable inks supplied in sealed cartridges covering technical ceramics (Alumina, Zirconia, Black Zirconia, Silicon Nitride, Aluminum Nitride, Tungsten Carbide), technical metals (316L stainless steel, 17-4PH stainless steel), and precious metals (Sterling Silver, Gold Alloys).
Quantifiable outcome
- 97% material efficiency for jewelry applications (vs. 77% for laser PBF, 75% for casting, 33% for CNC machining)
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use XJet
Customer profileNamed customers14 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
XJet technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature7 records
XJet partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.
- 3D-Werk Black Forest GmbHcoreStrategic collaboration appointing 3D-Werk as Value-Added Reseller for XJet's Carmel system portfolio in Germany. 3D-Werk brings over 20 years of additive manufacturing experience and will provide integrated support including system configuration, application development, workflow consulting, training, and ongoing support. Partnership aims to serve defense, aerospace, medical devices, and precision industrial sectors through 3D-Werk's Experience Center in southern Germany.
- EqopscoreUK-based engineering consultancy appointed as XJet's sales and support partner across UK and Ireland. Eqops will provide installation, process optimization, compliance, and long-term service support for XJet's NanoParticle Jetting technology to manufacturers in aerospace, defence, medical devices, energy, and electronics sectors.
- Ter HoekcoreNetherlands precision manufacturing specialist installed XJet Carmel 1400C to expand into technical ceramics. Partnership enables Ter Hoek to manufacture complex ceramic parts for aerospace, semiconductor, and medical technology sectors, adding insulating ceramic components to existing metalworking capabilities.
- Nivalon MedicalflagshipCollaboration producing world's first fully patient-specific, motion-preserving, metal-free spinal implant using AI and XJet's NPJ ceramic 3D printing technology. The EvoFlex implant achieves supreme strength and density above standard metal implant parts. Produced at Youngstown Business Incubator using XJet technology.
- Complete AMcoreSchaumburg, Illinois-based additive manufacturing service bureau appointed as full-service channel partner for XJet's metal and ceramic solutions across North America. Complete AM will deploy XJet Carmel 1400M metal system for bureau services and customer evaluation while handling system sales, customer support, and production services in the region.
- ProgoldflagshipItalian precious metal alloys company partnered with XJet to receive Pandora Innovation Award for advancements in additive manufacturing. Progold operates XJet 316L stainless steel system and collaborated on precious metals printing.
- KanfitcoreKanfit adopted both XJet's Carmel 5000X metal and Carmel 1400C ceramic solutions, offering elevated metal AM capabilities alongside existing PBF production line and marking entry into ceramic AM.
- YBI (Youngstown Business Incubator)flagshipStrategic partnership expanded with new metal AM system for advanced industrial production at high resolution. YBI is the only US organization to own and operate both XJet's ceramic and metal systems, fully ITAR compliant, serving aerospace, defense, and medical industries. Humtown Products, a YBI partner and America Makes member, hosts and operates systems.
- GBC Advanced MaterialscoreGBC Advanced Materials acquired Carmel 1400 Ceramic AM solution to bring additive manufacturing in-house as its sole ceramic AM system, expanding geometric capabilities and surface quality beyond traditional approaches.
- XOLUTIONSminorItalian group (comprising Bluclad S.p.A. and others) acquired XJet Carmel 1400M for R&D on fashion and luxury sector applications, marking XJet's stride into high-end fashion.
- CeramaretflagshipSwiss ceramic powerhouse acquired XJet Carmel 1400C following intensive benchmarking. Ceramaret tested 30 distinct products with 300-400 manufactured parts. Partnership enables 72-hour file-to-finished-part capability with geometries previously deemed not possible.
- CeramTecflagshipGerman technical ceramic expert invested in XJet Carmel 1400C, stating '3D printing is a strategic imperative for the future of CeramTec.' System installed at Plochingen headquarters for serving customers with new technology.
- AzothcoreMetal AM customer utilizing Carmel 1400M system, providing fine features, high resolution and surface finish directly from printer. Represents practical customer experience and deployment case study.
- StraumannflagshipGlobal partnership with Straumann Group to boost Carmel 1400 AM System at Basel headquarters from concept to production for dental applications.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
XJet competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- 3DCeram: Direct competitor in ceramic stereolithography AM systems serving aerospace, medical and luxury markets with a comparable product portfolio to XJet's ceramic Carmel systems.
- SLM Solutions: Direct competitor offering selective laser melting systems for metal AM used in aerospace, automotive and medical—the same high-end industrial verticals XJet serves with its Carmel metal systems.
- Stratasys: Direct competitor in industrial polymer and metal/ceramic AM systems. Especially comparable because Stratasys is the 2012 merger result of Objet Geometries—XJet founder Hanan Gothait's prior company—and competes for the same enterprise AM budget.
- ExOne (now part of Desktop Metal): Direct competitor in industrial binder jetting AM for metals and ceramics, with comparable use cases in industrial production and materials sold as recurring consumables—parallel business model to XJet's cartridge materials.
- Desktop Metal: Direct competitor in metal additive manufacturing with binder jetting and Production System PBF lines targeting similar enterprise industrial buyers and now expanding into ceramics and jewelry.
- Lithoz: Direct competitor specializing in technical ceramic 3D printing (LCM technology) for medical, aerospace and industrial applications—the closest head-to-head analog to XJet's Carmel 1400C ceramic platform.
- EOS GmbH: Direct competitor and market leader in industrial metal laser sintering (EOS M, PBF systems) with deep penetration in aerospace, medical and automotive—head-to-head against XJet's Carmel 1400M and 5000X.
- Markforged: Direct competitor offering industrial metal and composite 3D printing systems (Metal X, X7) with a focus on enterprise manufacturing customers—overlapping with XJet's industrial sales motion.
- 3D Systems: Direct competitor offering industrial metal and plastic 3D printers (including DMP and Figure 4 platforms) targeting aerospace, medical and dental customers that overlap heavily with XJet's served verticals.
- Velo3D: Direct competitor in metal AM with a focus on complex, high-value parts in aerospace and industrial—similar enterprise sales motion and product positioning to XJet's Carmel metal systems.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Valuation estimate
XJet leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles9 records
XJet funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds5 records
Investors8 records
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XJet M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about XJet
What does XJet do?
XJet develops and sells NanoParticle Jetting (NPJ) additive manufacturing systems — powderless inkjet-based 3D printers that produce high-density metal and ceramic parts from sealed-cartridge NanoParticle inks. The offering spans the Carmel series of industrial 3D printers (Carmel Pro, Carmel 5000X, Carmel 1400C ceramic, Carmel 1400M metal), the SMART Station for automated soluble support removal, and a proprietary consumables portfolio covering technical ceramics, stainless steels, and precious metals, sold to manufacturers in aerospace, medical, industrial, and luxury sectors.
Is XJet a public or private company?
XJet is a private company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was XJet founded?
XJet was founded in 2005. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is XJet based?
XJet is headquartered in Rehovot, Israel, in the Middle East region.
How does XJet make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. 3D Printing Systems (Hardware) is the primary driver. The others are materials and Consumables and channel Partner Services.
Who are XJet's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are 3DCeram, SLM Solutions, Stratasys, ExOne (now part of Desktop Metal), Desktop Metal, Lithoz, EOS GmbH, Markforged, 3D Systems and Velo3D.
Does XJet have an API?
No public API is recorded for XJet.
What industry is XJet in?
XJet's product category is Industrial Additive Manufacturing Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAAAAAK, Large-Format & Industrial Production 3D Printers (High-Throughput Systems). Its SIC code is 3555.