Editor’s Note
This article highlights XJet’s launch of the Carmel Pro, a compact 3D printing system designed to bring industrial-grade metal and ceramic fabrication to smaller businesses and research institutions.
XJet, an additive manufacturing technology developer, has unveiled the Carmel Pro, a compact and cost-efficient metal and ceramic 3D printing system. This new platform makes industrial-grade NanoParticle Jetting (NPJ) technology accessible to small-to-medium enterprises, research centers, and premium jewelry manufacturers.
Engineered as an entry-level platform with professional-grade performance, the Carmel Pro delivers exceptional detail, density, and surface quality. It removes the complexity and cost barriers traditionally associated with high-end additive manufacturing systems. Based on XJet’s proprietary, user-friendly, powderless technology, it enables direct jetting of metal and ceramic inks with a separate soluble support material, ensuring both precision and versatility. With a 60-70% lower initial investment compared to XJet’s existing Carmel systems, the new platform opens the door for organizations seeking to adopt metal and ceramic 3D printing for high-value end-use parts production.
The Carmel Pro features multi-material printing capability with four material channels. This is a unique capability of XJet’s direct material jetting technology, which enables operational flexibility and unlocks possibilities for sophisticated application development. The system is fully compatible with XJet’s complete portfolio of metal and ceramic inks, including the company’s precious metals capability, with support for future expansion into high-value materials and specialized applications.
The Carmel Pro introduces smart automation features designed for ease of use and minimal operator intervention. Single-button job starts with automated pre-checks, guided setup wizards, and self-monitoring systems, making the platform well-suited for non-expert users and shift operators. The system requires less than a 20-minute turnaround between jobs, with rapid cleaning and setup processes that minimize downtime. This, combined with XJet’s full ink recirculation system, makes production faster and more convenient, and also guarantees maximum material usage for efficient production.
The launch of Carmel Pro marks a strategic move by XJet to expand its market beyond large-scale industrial manufacturing players to serve small-to-medium-sized enterprises, startups, and research institutes and universities that pioneer innovation in product and technology development. XJet’s existing product portfolio, featuring the Carmel 5000X, 1400C, and 1400M, was developed to deliver serial production at an industrial level, whereas these organizations require flexible, compact AM solutions that fit their budgets and space requirements while delivering uncompromised part quality, freedom in product design, and material advancements.
The Carmel Pro is now open for pre-booking and will be commercially available in Q2 2026.
