LAS VEGAS — For years, the world of high-precision metal 3D printing has been a playground for only the most well-funded industrial giants. At CES 2026, a bold new contender named Mastrex announced its arrival with a clear mission: to dismantle those financial barriers and bring professional-grade metal additive manufacturing to the masses.
Debuting exactly one year after the company's founding, Mastrex used its first appearance at CES to showcase an entry-level metal 3D printer that promises the performance of legacy systems at a fraction of the cost.
Democratizing High-Precision Manufacturing
The narrative surrounding metal 3D printing has long been dominated by price tags in the hundreds of thousands of dollars, making it inaccessible for startups and small-to-medium-sized businesses. Mastrex is looking to flip this script.
The company's flagship entry-level unit is launching with a starting price of $39,000. By comparison, many industrial-tier competitors operate in the $100,000 to $500,000 range. Despite the massive price gap, Mastrex claims its technology does not sacrifice the fine-detail capabilities required for professional engineering.
Uncompromising Technical Specifications
Mastrex spent its first six months in stealth, focusing heavily on research and development to ensure its hardware was "ready for prime time" before its public debut. The result is a system that competes directly with larger manufacturers in terms of resolution and accuracy.
Key features include:
- Ultra-Fine Resolution: The printer can achieve a resolution as low as 20 microns. In the world of metal printing, this level of precision is critical for capturing intricate geometries, such as those found in turbine blades or complex medical implants.
- Fine Feature Printing: The system is engineered to reproduce "fine features" that were traditionally only possible with high-end, high-cost industrial technologies.
- Proven Reliability: After half a year of rigorous testing, the company is confident in the system's ability to handle professional workloads from day one.
Strategy and the Road to CES 2027
Mastrex's entry into the market is timed with a broader industry shift toward practical, customer-centric applications rather than just raw technological innovation. By lowering the cost of entry, Mastrex is positioning itself as an essential partner for firms looking to bring metal prototyping and small-batch production in-house.
Looking ahead to next year, Mastrex has ambitious plans to expand its footprint. A company representative noted that for CES 2027, they expect to have a significantly larger presence on the show floor. Furthermore, they aim to "break some more records" as they scale their technology and move beyond their initial entry-level offering.
As metal 3D printing continues to evolve from a "lead actor" in niche aerospace to a "supporting actor" in general manufacturing, companies like Mastrex are the ones providing the tools to make that transition possible for everyone.
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