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CDLP (Carbon) Companies

10 Polymer AM · CDLP (Carbon) companies in the additive manufacturing ecosystem tracked by AMPulse. Browse profiles, funding rounds, and technology details.

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CDLP (Carbon) (VPP-CDLP) is a polymer additive manufacturing process that builds parts layer-by-layer from thermoplastic or photopolymer feedstock. AMPulse tracks 10 companies using CDLP (Carbon) as a core technology, ranked below by total funding raised.

Typical materials: common polymer AM materials including photopolymers, thermoplastics, and filled composites. Common applications: prototyping, consumer products, medical devices, and end-use production.

Photopolymer Additive Manufacturing Alliance

A non-profit alliance providing a centralized knowledge hub, curated research library, and community events (PAM JAM series) to advance the scientific foundation and standards for photopolymer additive manufacturing.

Chevy Chase, MD, USAFounded 2021$10.0M

DENTCA

Develops CAD/CAM denture technology and 3D printing solutions for high-quality dental prosthetic production.

Los Angeles, California, USAFounded 2007$8.65M

Aprios Custom MFG

Provides full-service contract manufacturing with Carbon DLS-based additive manufacturing for medical device prototyping and production, reducing time-to-market by 6-8 weeks.

Minneapolis, MN, USA; San Diego County, CA, USAFounded 1977$1.3M

Elite Mold & Engineering/Elite Additive Manufacturing

Provides additive manufacturing services and 3D printing solutions using Carbon DLS technology and Mantle's 3D tool printing for rapid prototyping and low-volume production.

Shelby Township, MI, USAFounded 1982$350K

Primary Manufacturing

Provides industrial 3D printing and rapid prototyping services for low-volume plastic parts using multiple advanced polymer AM technologies, enabling fast turnaround from prototype to short-run production.

Humboldt, South Dakota, USAFounded 2016

Gallagher

Provides custom polyurethane manufacturing services using cast molding, injection molding, and 3D printing (Digital Light Synthesis by Carbon) for prototypes and production parts.

Gurnee, IL, USAFounded 1965

Sybridge Technologies

Provides high-volume 3D printing production services and precision injection mold tooling, leveraging additive manufacturing (e.g., Carbon DLS) and traditional manufacturing to accelerate product development for industrial clients.

Southfield, MI, USAFounded 2019$200M (Private Equity from Crestview Partners)

NEUBAU

Designs and produces 3D-printed eyewear frames using Carbon's Digital Light Synthesis (DLS) process, offering futuristic and organic aesthetics.

AustriaFounded 2016

CBD-Tech

Develops CHITUBOX slicing software and integrated control systems (ChituSystems) for resin-based 3D printers, powering the majority of the global desktop LCD/DLP market.

Shenzhen, ChinaFounded 2014

Langer Engineering

Provides specialized metal 3D printing (SLM/LPBF) services, SLM machine maintenance/spare parts, and AM consulting/training for industrial clients.

Carlsbad, CA, USAFounded 2010

Frequently asked questions

What is CDLP (Carbon) (VPP-CDLP)?

A polymer additive manufacturing process that builds parts layer-by-layer from thermoplastic or photopolymer feedstock.

Which companies are leaders in CDLP (Carbon)?

Based on funding data tracked by AMPulse as of 2026-05, the top CDLP (Carbon) companies include Photopolymer Additive Manufacturing Alliance, DENTCA, Aprios Custom MFG, Elite Mold & Engineering/Elite Additive Manufacturing, and Primary Manufacturing. Full list of 10 tracked companies available on this page.

What materials does CDLP (Carbon) use?

CDLP (Carbon) commonly works with common polymer AM materials including photopolymers, thermoplastics, and filled composites.

What industries use CDLP (Carbon)?

Primary applications for CDLP (Carbon) include prototyping, consumer products, medical devices, and end-use production.