Opulo

Opulo

Open-source pick-and-place for PCB prototyping

Overview

Opulo makes open-source production tools to bridge prototyping and mass manufacturing. Its flagship LumenPnP is an Open Source Pick and Place machine sold as a $1,145 kit, designed for assembling PCB boards at home or in small offices. The machine runs on open hardware and software with files on GitHub, so users can build, customize, or upgrade it themselves, enabling SMEs and hobbyists to avoid outsourcing. Opulo differentiates itself through affordability, openness, and direct-to-consumer sales, and aims to help users move from prototyping to scalable production.

About Opulo

Simplify's Rating
Why Opulo is rated
C
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated D+ on Differentiation

Industries

Robotics & Automation

Hardware

Industrial & Manufacturing

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$200K

Headquarters

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Founded

2021

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What believers are saying

  • Opulo expanded into 13,200 square feet in March 2026, signaling demand growth.
  • OpenPnP v2.6 became recommended in March 2026, improving LumenPnP setup friction.
  • Opulo’s Mar. 2026 move enables surplus production, global warehousing, and new channels.

What critics are saying

  • PitchBook shows only $200K raised in 2022; growth needs outside capital by 2027.
  • NeoDen, Charmhigh, and Chinese desktop SMT vendors undercut Opulo on price and distribution.
  • OpenPnP’s March 2026 v2.6 update commoditizes software; Opulo loses its biggest moat.

What makes Opulo unique

  • Opulo ships open-source LumenPnP designs and firmware, with GitHub files for modifications.
  • LumenPnP v4 added 0402 support, 0.5 mm BGAs, and 300% faster placements.
  • Opulo manufactures in Pittsburgh’s 13,200-square-foot Forbes Pride Building, controlling assembly and QC.

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Funding

Total Funding

$200k

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Industry Average

Funded Over

1 Rounds

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Benefits

Health Insurance

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Vision Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Company News

Opulo
Mar 27th, 2026
Opulo expands to 13,200 SF manufacturing facility in historic Pittsburgh building.

Opulo expands to 13,200 SF manufacturing facility in historic Pittsburgh building. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Pittsburgh, PA, Mar. 27, 2026 - Opulo, maker of the LumenPnP desktop pick-and-place machine, today announced its relocation to the penthouse suite of the historic Forbes Pride Building in Pittsburgh's Uptown neighborhood. The move expands the company's operations nearly fourfold, increasing production capacity to meet growing demand for desktop SMT assembly equipment. "We couldn't be more excited to move into the Forbes Pride building," said Stephen Hawes, CEO of Opulo. "It will give us the space we need to grow production capacity, expand our engineering department, and finally be able to keep up with demand." The new 13,200-square-foot facility will house machine assembly, quality control testing, prototyping, and office space. The expansion includes a full loading dock and enables Opulo to produce at a surplus for the first time, positioning the company to explore global warehousing and new distribution channels. The Forbes Pride Building is located directly on Pittsburgh's Bus Rapid Transit line and within the Keystone Innovation Zone, providing convenient access for Opulo's growing team and qualifying the company for state tax benefits. About Opulo Opulo builds the machines that help people build their products, from prototype to production. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes the LumenPnP desktop pick-and-place machine, the most accurate and reliable machine in its class. Opulo also develops a series of accessories, including automatic feeders that enable fully automated assembly. To learn more, visit www.opulo.io. Opulo Media Contact For all press and media inquiries, please email [email protected]. The Opulo media kit can be found here.

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