Comet X-ray
Comet X-ray is the industrial X-ray division of Swiss-listed Comet AG, manufacturing X-ray tubes, modules, and integrated systems (130kV–450kV) for non-destructive testing and inline quality inspection in battery, aerospace, automotive, electronics, and security markets globally.
- Company typePublic
- Founded1948
- HeadquartersFlamatt, Switzerland
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Comet X-ray does
Comet X-ray is the industrial X-ray division of Comet AG (SIX Swiss Exchange: COTN), a Swiss technology company founded in 1948 and headquartered in Flamatt, Switzerland. The division designs, manufactures, and services industrial X-ray tubes, modules, and integrated systems spanning 130kV to 450kV, covering mini, micro, meso, and nano focus categories for non-destructive testing (NDT) and inline quality inspection. Its product portfolio includes more than ten branded series (Xplorer, EVO, ECO, FXE, FYNE, ION, iXRS, XMB, MesoFocus, BLOX), supported by the proprietary MesoFocus sealed-tube technology that achieves up to 25μm resolution in 24/7 production environments, and the BLOX IIoT health monitoring platform for predictive maintenance. Comet X-ray operates through wholly-owned subsidiaries in Switzerland, USA, Denmark, China, Japan, and Korea, combined with a global distributor network spanning more than 50 countries.
The company monetizes via hardware sales, service and spare parts contracts, and a growing equipment rental program, priced through custom quotes on multi-year enterprise contracts. Target end markets include battery and EV manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, electronics and semiconductors, oil and gas, security, and industrial sorting. Strategic recent activity — including the BLOX Modules for Automation launch (2026-06), the FXE-160 Nano CT launch (2026-04), and partnerships with BIIT Electronics and iWP targeting battery inspection — illustrates a pivot toward EV battery inspection and software/data-enabled service revenue. Comet X-ray does not separately disclose financials; the provided financial table contains corrupted figures and is not usable.
Comet X-ray firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Comet X-ray
- Legal name
- Comet AG
- Website
- https://xray.comet.tech
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 1948
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- Comet X-ray is the industrial X-ray division of Swiss-listed Comet AG, manufacturing X-ray tubes, modules, and integrated systems (130kV–450kV) for non-destructive testing and inline quality inspection in battery, aerospace, automotive, electronics, and security markets globally.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Comet X-ray industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial X-ray Equipment & Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
- NAICS
- Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing (334517), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345)
- SIC
- X-Ray Apparatus & Tubes & Related Irradiation Apparatus (3844), Services-Testing Laboratories (8734), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)
- akta.pro primary industry
- NDT/NDE Inspection Equipment (Ultrasonic, eddy current, radiography, thermography) (IMAGAFAI)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- NDT/Inspection & Testing Services (Aviation) (IMABALAJ), Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) & Advanced Inspection (Phased Array, TOFD, Guided Wave) (EUAEAKAF), Inspection, Checkweighing & Detection Systems (Vision, Metal, X-ray) (IMALAOAH)
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Where Comet X-ray is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Flamatt
- HQ country
- Switzerland
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices6 records
Markets served
Comet X-ray business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations
Revenue model
- X-ray Hardware Sales: Sale of X-ray tubes, modules, generators, and accessories including sealed tubes, open tubes, and integrated systems across various voltage and power classes.
- Service and Support: Maintenance, repair, and return services, spare parts supply, and product training programs for installed base customers.
- Rental Equipment: Short-term and long-term rental of X-ray equipment including demo units for customer evaluation.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Custom quote-based pricing |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels5 records
Comet X-ray product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Comet X-ray designs, manufactures, and sells industrial X-ray tubes, modules, generators, and integrated systems for non-destructive testing (NDT) and quality control inspection. The portfolio spans sealed and open tube technologies across voltage classes from 130kV to 450kV and focus categories from mini to nano, serving applications such as EV battery inspection, aerospace component testing, automotive quality control, electronics and semiconductor inspection, security scanning, and oil & gas pipeline inspection. The company also provides service, support, spare parts, product training, and equipment rental for its installed base worldwide.
Product overview
Comet X-ray is a leading industrial X-ray technology provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of X-ray tubes, modules, and integrated systems. The product architecture follows a platform-plus-modules model with multiple series (Xplorer, ECO, EVO, FXE, FYNE, ION, iXRS, XMB, MesoFocus) addressing different inspection requirements from portable field use to 24/7 production line environments. The portfolio includes open and sealed tube technologies, microfocus and minifocus modules, and spans voltage ranges from 130kV to 450kV with resolutions from submicron to hundreds of micrometers. The BLOX IIoT health monitoring system adds predictive maintenance capabilities to the hardware portfolio, while generators and controllers provide system integration options. Applications span battery inspection, aerospace, automotive, electronics, security, additive manufacturing, and oil & gas industries.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- FXE Series: Open and sealed microfocus X-ray modules for high-resolution inspection
- FYNE Series
- Xplorer Series
- ION Series
- iXRS Series
- EVO Series
- ECO Series
- XMB Series
- MesoFocus
- BLOX
- iVario
Products and services
- Xplorer Series Industrial X-ray modules designed for modern production environments with high magnification and high-resolution capabilities, featuring homogeneous intensity distribution and symmetric focal spot for consistent 3D and CT images. Used by industrial customers requiring inline quality control inspection.
- ECO Series Lightweight (13-16 kg) one-man portable X-ray tool designed to reduce labor costs with faster workflow, easier handling, and compact focal spot for shorter exposure times and increased image quality. For portable field inspection by a single operator.
- EVO Series High-power industrial X-ray modules available in directional and panoramic configurations, with controllers and accessories for various inspection applications. Includes the EVO 300DW/1200, the most powerful portable X-ray system on the market with 300kV and 1200W constant potential output.
- EVO 300DW/1200 The most powerful EVO model on the market, designed for the toughest field inspection with 300kV and 1200W constant potential X-ray output. For demanding field inspection applications.
- FXE Series Open microfocus X-ray modules suitable for offline analysis, offering detailed inspection of battery cell constituents and other samples with resolutions from submicron to 100 micrometers. For laboratory and offline inspection applications.
- FYNE Series Transmission X-ray modules designed for semiconductor and electronics applications, achieving 400nm resolution with excellent stability and long lifetime. For nanometer-scale inspection in semiconductor and electronics manufacturing.
- ION Series Integrated stationary X-ray modules for scanning applications, featuring tube head modules with built-in cooling and high-voltage generators, optimized for food processing, sorting, thickness gauging, and security scanning applications.
- iXRS Series Comprehensive X-ray module family including Ultra Performance, High Power, MesoFocus, Standard, VarioFocus, and Xtra Performance lines, with generators, controllers, software, and accessories. For diverse industrial inspection applications requiring flexible configurations.
- Xtra Performance Series High-availability X-ray modules with built-in redundancy featuring dual filament systems and dual target areas, enabling seamless switching between components when one wears out for uninterrupted production operation.
- MesoFocus Series High-resolution sealed X-ray tubes combining open tube resolution with sealed tube robustness, available in 225kV and 450kV configurations with resolutions from 25-250 micrometers, designed for 24/7 production line inspection. Winner of Fribourg Innovation Award 2022/23.
- XMB Series Mobile X-ray modules and tubes designed for difficult-to-access locations, suitable for refinery inspection, pipeline inspection, and field applications such as weld inspection and CUI detection.
- BLOX IIoT Health Monitor for X-ray tubes and generators that provides system performance insights, detects early anomaly signs, and enables preventive maintenance for stable production uptime. For industrial customers operating installed X-ray equipment.
- iVario Generator Series High voltage X-ray generators that complement the tube portfolio, strengthening Comet X-ray's position as a comprehensive provider of industrial X-ray solutions.
- X-ray Tubes Industrial X-ray tubes including various series for different power ratings and inspection requirements, available as standalone components for OEMs and system integrators.
- Inserts X-ray tube inserts and replacement components for various Comet X-ray product series. For customers maintaining or refurbishing installed X-ray equipment.
Quantifiable outcome
- MesoFocus reduces inspection time by up to 60% compared to standard open microfocus technology
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Companies that use Comet X-ray
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments8 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Comet X-ray technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
Comet X-ray partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and major.
- BIIT ElectronicscoreBIIT Electronics, a leader in advanced battery inspection technology, adopted Comet's MesoFocus 225 sealed X-ray tube to establish new industry standards for battery safety and reliability inspection.
- iWP (inovative Werkstoffprüfung GmbH & Co. KG)coreGerman materials testing service provider uses MesoFocus 450 X-ray system for high-resolution CT inspection of batteries and additive manufacturing components at their facility in Neuss, Germany.
- X-RISminorX-RIS is a case study customer using BLOX modules for industrial IoT health monitoring of X-ray equipment, enabling predictive maintenance and system uptime optimization.
- Holger Andreasen ABcoreSwedish NDT equipment distributor awarded Comet Annual Appreciation Award 2026 for Europe. Represents Comet in Nordic region with strong commitment to partnership.
- Actemium NDT Product & SystemsmajorFrench channel partner distributing ECO, EVO, and XMB series products. Part of Cegelec organization providing industrial NDT solutions.
- NDT InstrumentsmajorRegional distributor network across Southeast Asia including operations in Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam, Singapore, and Taiwan.
- ADG S.r.l.minorItalian channel partner distributing EVO and XMB series products for the Italian NDT market.
- Holger Hartmann ASminorNorwegian channel partner distributing Comet X-ray products for the Scandinavian NDT market.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Comet X-ray competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- VJ Technologies: US-based supplier of industrial X-ray inspection systems and X-ray sources for NDT, security, and aerospace - directly comparable product portfolio and customer base to Comet X-ray in non-destructive testing.
- Spellman High Voltage Electronics: Global manufacturer of high-voltage power supplies and X-ray generators used in medical, industrial, and NDT applications - directly comparable as both a complementary supplier and competitor to Comet's generator/tube portfolio.
- Nikon Metrology: Provider of industrial X-ray and micro-CT inspection systems, including microfocus sources, for electronics, batteries, and additive manufacturing - directly comparable to Comet's FXE/MesoFocus offerings.
- Rigaku: Manufacturer of X-ray sources, generators, and analytical/NDT instruments, including microfocus and nanofocus tubes - directly comparable technology and end-markets to Comet X-ray's open and sealed tube portfolio.
- YXLON International (Comet Group): Industrial X-ray and CT inspection systems sister-division of Comet Group serving aerospace, automotive, and electronics - shares Comet AG ownership but operates as a separate go-to-market; direct peer for end-customer inspection systems.
Broad incumbents
- Waygate Technologies (Baker Hughes): Broad industrial inspection incumbent offering X-ray, CT, ultrasonic and radiographic NDT solutions across aerospace, energy, and automotive - serves many of the same end markets as Comet X-ray but with a much wider portfolio.
- GE Inspection Technologies: Industrial NDT incumbent providing radiography, ultrasonic, and CT inspection equipment to aerospace, energy, and manufacturing customers - competes with Comet in overlapping segments of industrial X-ray NDT.
- Shimadzu Scientific Instruments: Large Japanese analytical and industrial instrumentation company offering X-ray inspection, CT, and NDT systems for materials science and quality control - competes with Comet in industrial X-ray imaging and analytical instrumentation.
- Bruker: Diversified scientific instrumentation company with X-ray micro-CT and NDT solutions serving materials science, electronics, and battery inspection - overlaps with Comet in microfocus and CT applications.
- Thermo Fisher Scientific: Global analytical instruments and laboratory equipment leader offering X-ray and industrial inspection solutions across pharma, materials, and electronics - broad incumbent adjacent to Comet's NDT focus.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Comet X-ray leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles5 records
Comet X-ray subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries5 records
Comet X-ray funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Comet X-ray M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Comet X-ray
What does Comet X-ray do?
Comet X-ray designs, manufactures, and sells industrial X-ray tubes, modules, generators, and integrated systems for non-destructive testing (NDT) and quality control inspection. The portfolio spans sealed and open tube technologies across voltage classes from 130kV to 450kV and focus categories from mini to nano, serving applications such as EV battery inspection, aerospace component testing, automotive quality control, electronics and semiconductor inspection, security scanning, and oil & gas pipeline inspection. The company also provides service, support, spare parts, product training, and equipment rental for its installed base worldwide.
Is Comet X-ray a public or private company?
Comet X-ray is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was Comet X-ray founded?
Comet X-ray was founded in 1948. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is Comet X-ray based?
Comet X-ray is headquartered in Flamatt, Switzerland, in the Europe region.
How does Comet X-ray make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. X-ray Hardware Sales are the primary driver. The others are service and Support and rental Equipment.
Who are Comet X-ray's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are VJ Technologies, Spellman High Voltage Electronics, Nikon Metrology, Rigaku and YXLON International (Comet Group). Broad incumbents are Waygate Technologies (Baker Hughes), GE Inspection Technologies, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, Bruker and Thermo Fisher Scientific.
Does Comet X-ray have an API?
No public API is recorded for Comet X-ray.
What industry is Comet X-ray in?
Comet X-ray's product category is Industrial X-ray Equipment & Non-Destructive Testing (NDT). Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAGAFAI, NDT/NDE Inspection Equipment (Ultrasonic, eddy current, radiography, thermography), with a secondary code of IMABALAJ, NDT/Inspection & Testing Services (Aviation). Its NAICS code is 334517 and its SIC code is 3844.