Hyrel 3D
A US-based manufacturer of modular multi-extruder 3D printing systems capable of printing with a wide variety of materials, including filaments, pastes, clays, and biologics.
- CEO / Founder
- Karl Gifford
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $152.75K
- Latest Round
- Crowdfunding
- Key Investors
- Kickstarter Backers
Technology & Products
Key Products
["Hyrel Hydra 3D Printers","System 30M","Interchangeable Extruder Heads","5-Axis system"]
Technological Advantage
The modularity provides a cost-effective and adaptable platform for R&D, as users can upgrade capabilities with new heads instead of buying new machines. The ability to print with non-traditional materials opens up niche applications.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Offers highly versatile and robust 3D printers with a system of interchangeable extruder heads, allowing a single machine to be adapted for numerous materials and applications, providing a cost-effective and future-proof platform.
How They Differentiate
Differentiates through its extreme material versatility (especially pastes and clays) and its modular, interchangeable extruder head system, which is more extensive than competitors. Also offers 5-axis systems.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Researchers, educators, and industrial users requiring multi-material and experimental 3D printing capabilities.
Industry Verticals
["Research","Education","Medical","Aerospace/Defense","Manufacturing"]
Competitors
BCN3D; Ultimaker; Raise3D
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Founded in 2012; Kickstarter campaign 150% funded with all orders fulfilled; operations in four countries; over 20 interchangeable print heads for System 30M; equipment used in over 35 countries; 701 research documents citing Hyrel equipment as of January 29, 2026
Major Milestones
["Successfully funded via Kickstarter in 2012.","Developed a wide range of interchangeable extruder heads for various material types."]
Notable Customers
Technische Universiteit Eindhoven; Pennsylvania State University; University of Houston; Chinese University of Hong Kong; Seoul National University; Carnegie Mellon University