Carbon

Carbon

3D printing end-use parts with DLS

Overview

Carbon3D uses Digital Light Synthesis to produce high-performance 3D-printed parts and functional prototypes. It combines a hardware printer, software that controls printing, and specialized resins to rapidly create production-ready parts with complex geometries. Unlike competitors that focus on one piece of the stack, Carbon provides hardware, software, materials, and services to enable end-use parts and quick iterations, demonstrated by Adidas midsoles and NASA components. Its goal is to enable fast, scalable manufacturing by shortening design-to-production cycles across multiple industries.

About Carbon

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Why Carbon is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Robotics & Automation

Consulting

Hardware

Industrial & Manufacturing

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

$682M

Headquarters

Redwood City, California

Founded

2013

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What believers are saying

  • DB 4000 launched August 13, 2026 with FDA clearance and tougher denture performance.
  • DDK’s May 2026 Asia facility expands saddle capacity and shortens customer time-to-market.
  • Carbon raised $60 million in November 2025 and told Axios it reached cash-flow breakeven.

What critics are saying

  • DB 4000 stays exclusive to Carbon M-Series printers, limiting adoption outside its installed base.
  • June 2026 Linux vulnerabilities caused Carbon connectivity gaps, exposing operational fragility across connected printers.
  • If printer demand stalls, Carbon’s recurring resin revenue and platform economics collapse into irrelevance.

What makes Carbon unique

  • Carbon’s DLS platform unifies hardware, software, and materials into one workflow.
  • Carbon’s M-Series ecosystem locks materials like DB 4000 to its printers.
  • Carbon’s vertical partnerships, including DDK on May 5, 2026, extend production capacity globally.

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Funding

Total Funding

$682M

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Funded Over

7 Rounds

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Benefits

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Gym Membership / Reimbursement

PTO / Vacation Policy

Paid Holidays

Maternity / Paternity Leave

401K / Retirement Plan

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Headcount

6 month growth

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1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

1%
CNC Seeker
Aug 18th, 2026
Carbon launches DB 4000 denture base resin.

Carbon launches DB 4000 denture base resin. Carbon has announced DB 4000, a denture base resin for dental labs producing 3D-printed digital dentures on Carbon M-Series printers. The resin is FDA-cleared, complies with ISO 20795-1 and is designed to combine fracture toughness, print accuracy and competitive cost per part compared with leading alternatives*, using a single-cure workflow within the Carbon ecosystem. DB 4000 is named for its reported work of fracture of 4,000 J/m[2], tested at 37°C in water under modified ISO 20795-1 conditions. Carbon reports this value is 31% higher than the published work of fracture results of the category leader for denture base resins*. In Carbon's internal validation testing, DB 4000 averaged 97% global accuracy within +/-130μm and 95% intaglio accuracy within +/-100μm. The material and workflow are designed to reproduce original STL specifications in the final printed denture to support consistent denture base fit. Key features of DB 4000 include: * ISO 20795-1 Hi-Impact compliant - Validated to the international standard for high-impact denture base resins. * High work of fracture - 4,000 J/m[2], tested at 37°C in water under modified ISO 20795-1 conditions and reported by Carbon as 31% higher than the category leader's published results*. * Lab economics - Designed to help labs manage denture base production costs at a competitive cost per part while maintaining strength, accuracy and workflow efficiency.* * Print accuracy - 97% global accuracy within +/-130μm and 95% intaglio accuracy within +/-100μm in Carbon's internal testing, reported as higher than the category leader*. * Patient shade coverage - Four gingiva shades: Light Pink, Original Pink, Dark Reddish Pink and Dark Meharry, covering light, standard and deeply pigmented tissue tones. * Carbon automation and DLS platform compatibility - Designed for use with Carbon's Automatic Print Preparation (APP), part of the AO Suite ecosystem of software, hardware and materials. At launch in 2026, DB 4000 is exclusive to Carbon M-Series printers. * Single-cure workflow - One-part, single-cure system that follows existing digital denture workflows without added materials or processing steps. DB 4000 is available now in the United States for dental labs and is validated for Carbon M-Series printers. *Data on file. "Category leader" = the most-used denture base resin on Carbon printers; comparisons measured on Carbon printers. Cost/margin claims based on MSRP.

TCT Magazine
Aug 17th, 2026
Carbon launches DB 4000 denture base resin.

Carbon launches DB 4000 denture base resin. The material has been cleared by the FDA and is compliant with ISO 20795-1. Carbon has introduced the high-impact DB 4000 denture base resin, which has been developed to support the additive manufacture of digital dentures on the M-series of printers. The material has been cleared by the FDA and is compliant with ISO 20795-1. Carbon says it also combines high fracture toughness and high print accuracy with a more competitive cost per part than leading alternatives (cost/margin claims based on MSRP). FDA-cleared and compliant with ISO 20795-1, DB 4000 combines high fracture toughness and high print accuracy with a more competitive cost per part than leading alternatives, which Carbon describes as 'the most-used denture base resin on Carbon printers.' The material is also said to boast a work of fracture of 4,000 J/m[2], tested at 37°C in water under modified ISO 20795-1 conditions, which Carbon says is 31% tougher than the published Work of Fracture results of the category leader for denture base resins. In addition, DB 4000 averaged 97% global accuracy within +/-130μm and 95% intaglio accuracy within +/-100μm in Carbon's internal validation testing, surpassing the category leader, it says, and is able to 'accurately reproduce the original STL specifications in the final printed denture.' Carbon is making the DB 4000 material available in four gingiva shades - Light Pink, Original Pink, Dark Reddish Pink, and Dark Meharry - and has developed the material to work seamlessly with Carbon's Automatic Print Preparation (APP). Currently, the material is exclusive to Carbon M-Series Printers. "DB 4000 is the product of an obsessive focus on the mechanics that actually determine whether or not a denture base holds up in the real world," said Jason Rolland, Ph.D., Chief Technology Officer, Carbon. "We didn't just want to make an incremental improvement over the category leader* - we wanted the data to make the case on its own. That's why the number is in the name." "DB 4000 is a clear example of how Carbon's platform, hardware, software, and materials engineered together, let us bring dental labs a material with strong performance across the metrics that matter most, at a more competitive cost per part (cost/margin claims based on MSRP)," said Phil DeSimone, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Carbon. "This launch reflects our continued investment in the digital denture market and our commitment to giving labs better tools, and better margins, to run their businesses." DB 4000 is available now in the United States for dental labs and validated for Carbon's M-Series printers. Group Content Manager, began writing for TCT Magazine in 2016 and has since become one of additive manufacturing's go-to journalists. From breaking news to in-depth analysis, Sam's insight and expertise are highly sought after. The week's biggest stories from this industry, direct to your inbox. Personal information

Ghazan Global
Jul 26th, 2026
Why we invest in 3D manufacturing.

Why Ghazan Global Holding invest in 3D manufacturing. * vor 2 Tagen * 1 Min. Lesezeit 3D printing has transformed into a core driver of high-volume serial production. By transitioning to localised and on-demand manufacturing, companies can minimise the impacts of trade disruptions and shift reliance away from fragile overseas transport links. This is crucial for manufacturers navigating consumer demand and shifting global trade dynamics. 3D manufacturing also helps companies meet environmental mandates and sustainability goals. Layer-by-layer printing produces significantly less material waste than conventional methods, slashing manufacturing carbon footprints at the source. Additionally, through 3D printing engineers can now combine complex multi-part assemblies into single geometric prints. This cuts down assembly time and energy whilst enhancing the structural integrity of the printed material and minimising its overall weight. Carbon stands out as a leader in 3D manufacturing. Their Digital Light Synthesis (DLS) technology addresses traditional 3D printing bottlenecks by delivering injection-molding surface quality and true isotropic mechanical properties at rapid speeds. Companies can leverage Carbon's hardware and cloud-based software to move from concept to production in days instead of months. The company's innovative materials provide the thermal stability, strength, and elasticity required for harsh industrial environments. Carbon has also introduced automated cleaning and post-processing solutions, effectively removing the manual labor bottlenecks traditionally tied to finishing printed parts. Through advanced solvent recycling systems, bulk packaging options, and resin recovery programmes, Carbon also helps firms implement circular economy principles, eliminating hundreds of metric tons of chemical and plastic waste annually. Ultimately, investing in 3D printing helps build resilient, sustainable, and highly adaptable manufacturing frameworks tailored for future industrial demands. Through its investment in Carbon, Ghazan Global supports innovation in the manufacturing industry.

TCT Magazine
May 5th, 2026
Carbon partners with DDK to set up vertically integrated bike saddle production facility in Asia.

Carbon partners with DDK to set up vertically integrated bike saddle production facility in Asia. Founded in 1970, DDK Group is a world-leading manufacturer of high-performance bicycle saddles. Published: May 05, 2026, 2:31 pm Carbon has established a dedicated, vertically integrated production partner in Asia via DDK to manufacture 3D printed bike saddles. The company's partnership with DDK is the first of its kind for Carbon within the Asian market. Founded in 1970, DDK Group is a world-leading manufacturer of high-performance bicycle saddles. Together, the partners hope to bring 3D printed saddles to market faster and at greater scale. DDK has set up a facility that brings the additive manufacturing of latticed saddles and final saddle assembly under one roof. By consolidating each step of the saddle supply chain in a single location, DDK aims to compress customer time-to-market and unlock the efficiencies that come with vertical integration of the supply chain. Per Carbon, its 3D printing technology has enabled the production of nearly one million saddles, with demand 'continuing to outpace existing capacity.' With a Tier 1 contract manufacturer focused exclusively on saddle production, however, the company believes it is making a 'critical step' towards meeting the demand. "Bringing DDK online as the first Tier 1 supplier dedicated to printing saddles on the Carbon platform is a defining moment for the category," said Phil DeSimone, Chief Executive Officer, Carbon. "3D-printed saddles are no longer a flagship novelty - they're a must-have in brand portfolios, and our customers need partners who can deliver them at scale, in the right geographies, with the right capabilities. DDK opens the door to a faster path from design to rider, and brings 3D-printed performance within reach of a much wider range of riders, budgets, and skill levels." Group Content Manager, began writing for TCT Magazine in 2016 and has since become one of additive manufacturing's go-to journalists. From breaking news to in-depth analysis, Sam's insight and expertise are highly sought after.

TipRanks
Apr 7th, 2026
Carbon showcases healthcare-focused 3D printing capabilities at RAPID + TCT.

Carbon showcases healthcare-focused 3D printing capabilities at RAPID + TCT. According to a recent LinkedIn post from Carbon, the company plans a visible presence at the RAPID + TCT additive manufacturing conference in Boston from April 14-16, focusing on healthcare and manufacturing applications. The post highlights booth activities and technical sessions featuring Chief Technology Officer Jason Rolland and Senior Strategic Account Manager Isabelle Palumbo. * Unlock hedge fund-level data and powerful investing tools for smarter, sharper decisions * Discover top-performing stock ideas and upgrade to a portfolio of market leaders with Smart Investor Picks The agenda described in the post emphasizes topics such as the role of additive manufacturing in point-of-care settings and design flexibility for medical technology. For investors, this suggests Carbon is targeting higher-value, regulated end markets where 3D printing can command premium pricing and recurring demand. The focus on medtech and healthcare innovation could signal an effort to deepen vertical specialization, which may support stronger margins and stickier customer relationships if successful. Conference visibility and technical presentations may also help Carbon expand its enterprise pipeline, particularly among manufacturers seeking digital production solutions. While the post is promotional in nature, the emphasis on "newest solutions" for healthcare and manufacturing implies ongoing product development and portfolio expansion. If these capabilities translate into validated use cases and scaled production programs, they could enhance Carbon's competitive positioning in the additive manufacturing ecosystem and support long-term revenue growth. Here's why Rigetti Computing stock (RGTI) is soaring today. Story Highlights * Rigetti Computing stock (RGTI) rallied after the company announced the general availability of its Cepheus-1-108 quantum computing system. * Wall Street is bullish on Rigetti's long-term prospects amid growing interest in quantum computing. Rigetti Computing RGTI -2.54% | stock surged more than 8% in Wednesday's pre-market trading session after the company announced the general availability of its 108-qubit quantum computing system, Cepheus-1-108. Shares of the quantum computing company have declined more than 37% year-to-date, but are still up 66% over the past year. Meanwhile, shares of peers IonQ IONQ -2.56% | and D-Wave Quantum QBTS -2.83% | jumped 8% and 11%, respectively, in pre-market trading. The quantum computing stocks also gained from the news of a ceasefire in Iran. A shift away from risky assets to safer bets amid macro uncertainty and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East has weighed on the year-to-date performance of quantum computing stocks. Rigetti announces general availability of Cepheus-1-108. Rigetti Computing said that customers and partners can now access Cepheus-1-108Q through the Rigetti Quantum Cloud Services (QCS) Platform and via Amazon Braket, a quantum computing service offered by Amazon's AMZN +0.46% | AWS (Amazon Web Services) cloud unit. The company highlighted that Cepheus-1-108Q is its highest qubit-count system to date and the industry's largest modular quantum computing system, powered by the company's proprietary chiplet-based architecture. Notably, Cepheus-1-108Q comprises 12 interconnected 9-qubit chiplets, thrice the number of qubits and chiplets compared to the company's previous 36-qubit system (Cepheus-1-36Q). It is currently performing at a 99.1% median two-qubit gate fidelity, with Rigetti focused on improving the system's performance throughout 2026 as the company advances on its roadmap. On Tuesday, Mizuho analyst Vijay Rakesh lowered his price target for Rigetti Computing stock to $33 from $43 and reaffirmed a Buy rating. The 5-star analyst also reiterated a Buy rating on D-Wave Quantum and IONQ but lowered the price targets to $31 from $40 and $61 from $80, respectively. Rakesh noted that quantum computing companies are in "early stages of an inflection." While the analyst remains optimistic about the long-term prospects of quantum computing stocks and sees over 100% upside potential, he lowered his price targets to reflect growing competition and higher spending by all the leading players. Is RGTI a good stock to Buy now? Amid growing interest in quantum computing and optimism about long-term prospects, Wall Street has a Strong Buy consensus rating on Rigetti Computing stock based on eight Buys and two Holds. The average RGTI stock price target of $32.63 indicates 136% upside potential.

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