Ytec3D
Develops open-source powder-based inkjet (3DP) 3D printers for hobbyist and experimental applications, enabling low-cost prototyping of complex parts
- CEO / Founder
- Yvo de Haas
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- Bootstrapped
- Latest Round
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
Plan B 3DP printer; Oasis 3DP printer prototype; 3D printed props and gadgets; Experimental 3D printer projects
Technological Advantage
Low-cost entry to powder-based 3D printing (€1000 build cost vs. industrial systems costing $40k+); Open-source designs enable community collaboration and customization
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides accessible open-source 3DP printer designs (Plan B, Oasis) costing around €1000 to build, allowing users to experiment with powder-based binder jetting technology typically found in expensive industrial systems
How They Differentiate
Open-source hobbyist-focused 3DP printers at ~€1000 build cost vs. proprietary industrial systems costing $40k+; Emphasis on hackability and experimentation rather than production-grade reliability
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Hobbyists, makers, DIY enthusiasts, and educational users
Industry Verticals
Hobbyist/Maker; Education; Entertainment (props)
Competitors
Desktop Metal (binder jetting systems); HP (Multi Jet Fusion); Voxeljet (industrial binder jetting)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Ytec3D is a personal project site showcasing experimental 3D printers, props from videogames, household items, motorized machines and robots, and RC aircraft. The founder has a full-time job as a mechanical engineer and runs Ytec3D as a side project, selling components on Tindie to help others replicate projects.
Major Milestones
2018: Ytec3D founded as personal project site; Development of Plan B open-source 3DP printer; Creation of functional 3D printed Portal turret replica featured on VoxelMatters
Equipment deals on record
Publicly disclosed purchases or installs only.
- M170HBuyer: Xi'an Polytechnic University · Supplier: Suzhou Hengchi Digital Printing
- Coaxial powder-fed multi-axis laser cladding and directed energy deposition repair systemBuyer: Northwestern Polytechnical University · Supplier: RayCham
- EOS M 290Buyer: Hoet · Supplier: Raytech (EOS partner)
- AME M1800-SBuyer: Dongguan Polytechnic · Supplier: Shanghai UnionTech
- 光固化陶瓷3D打印机Buyer: Northwestern Polytechnical University · Supplier: 陕西聚友三维科技有限公司