Xaar
Manufactures piezo-based drop-on-demand inkjet printheads for industrial applications, enabling precise fluid deposition in 3D printing, coatings, and advanced manufacturing.
- CEO / Founder
- John Mills
- Team Size
- 201-500
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- £20M
- Latest Round
- Debt
- Key Investors
- Public Investors; HSBC
Technology & Products
Key Products
Xaar designs, manufactures, and sells piezo-based drop-on-demand inkjet printheads, including the Xaar 1003 AM family, Xaar Nitrox, and Xaar Irix. They also provide ink and ink systems, electronics, and fluid optimization services.
Technological Advantage
Proprietary piezo inkjet technology with verified performance in industrial environments; patents on printhead architecture and fluid handling; defensible through IP and long-term OEM partnerships.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides high-performance inkjet printheads with Ultra High Viscosity Technology, enabling 3D printing with extended material properties (up to 1000cP viscosity) and reliable production for cost-effective, on-demand manufacturing.
How They Differentiate
Specializes in piezo-based drop-on-demand inkjet with Ultra High Viscosity Technology, enabling 3D printing with high-viscosity materials (1000cP vs. typical <100cP), while competitors focus on broader inkjet markets with less AM specialization.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
OEMs, system integrators, and manufacturers in 3D printing, packaging, ceramics, textiles, and EV battery sectors
Industry Verticals
3D Printing; Packaging; Ceramics; Textiles; Automotive; Electronics; Medical
Competitors
Fujifilm Dimatix, Kyocera, Ricoh, Canon, HP, Xerox, Epson
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Revenue estimated at $78.5M; Printhead Division revenue grew 22% year-on-year in H2 2025.
Major Milestones
Founded in 1990; Listed on London Stock Exchange in 1997; Partnership with Stratasys for Xaar 3D in 2018; Stratasys acquired full ownership of Xaar 3D in 2021; Launch of Ultra High Viscosity Technology for 3D printing
Notable Customers
Xaar's customer base includes industrial manufacturers in sectors such as ceramics, EV battery coating, automotive, and textiles. They primarily serve printer OEMs through direct relationships and global distributors.