Synteris
Develops precursor powders and Selective Laser Reaction Sintering (SLRS) technology for additive manufacturing of high-performance non-oxide ceramics (carbides, nitrides, borides), enabling net-shape parts with no post-processing or volume change.
- CEO / Founder
- Lillie Reyes
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Early Stage
- Total Funding
- $4.7M
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- U.S. Department of Energy (ARPA-E); DARPA; Early Charm Ventures
Technology & Products
Key Products
Precursor powders for 3D printing non-oxide ceramics; SLRS technology for in-situ ceramic synthesis; 3D-printed ceramic components for power electronics and defense
Technological Advantage
Technology licensed from Johns Hopkins University (patented SLRS method) enables production of complex-shaped non-oxide ceramics with exceptional strength and thermal conductivity for high-temperature applications (>2000°C), protected by exclusive licensing and DARPA-funded development.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces ceramic part production lead time by eliminating post-processing sintering furnaces and binders, while enabling complex geometries (e.g., internal cooling channels) that improve thermal management efficiency by up to 50% compared to traditional flat substrates.
How They Differentiate
Focuses on non-oxide ceramics (carbides, nitrides) via SLRS for net-shape production without post-processing, whereas competitors like Lithoz use lithography-based ceramic manufacturing (LCM) requiring debinding and sintering, adding 24-48 hours to lead times.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Power electronics manufacturers, defense contractors, aerospace companies, and industrial firms requiring high-temperature, high-strength ceramic components.
Industry Verticals
Energy; Defense; Aerospace; Electronics; Industrial Manufacturing
Competitors
Lithoz; 3DCeram; Desktop Metal (through acquired ceramics capabilities)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Awarded $2.7M ARPA-E grant from U.S. Department of Energy in 2022 to scale ceramic 3D printing technology for electronics packaging
Major Milestones
2021: Founded and licensed SLRS technology from Johns Hopkins University; 2023: Awarded $2.7M grant from U.S. Department of Energy for ceramic packaging in power electronics; 2025: Secured DARPA funding for super-tough ceramics in defense applications
Notable Customers
U.S. Department of Energy; DARPA