Xact Metal is using Formnext 2025 to sharpen its strategy for affordable metal 3D printing for small and medium-sized enterprises. The goal is a more decentralized approach to additive manufacturing, in which compact LPBF (Laser Powder Bed Fusion) systems find their way into small and mid-sized companies.
The XM200G μHD is based on the established platform but is designed for very fine structures. The system processes powders with a particle size of 5 to 15 micrometers, as typically used in metal injection molding or binder jetting. A laser with a 25-micrometer spot and a build volume of 140 × 140 × 150 millimeters, optionally 290 millimeters in the Z direction, target applications such as electronic components, micromechanics, antennas, waveguides, as well as medical and security-related parts. Depending on configuration, 100, 200 or 400 watts of laser power are available.
“Our product development efforts continue to be strong in 2025,” said Juan Mario Gomez, CEO of Xact Metal. “This year we have introduced several enhancements to our XM200G family of single- and dual-laser printers, including an optional extended build cylinder capable of printing up to 290 mm in the Z direction, a material development module reduced build size, and a low-cost, longer-life filter. At Formnext 2025, we are introducing two new metal powders, launching the XM200G μHD metal printer and reaffirming our development efforts on the XM300G mid-size metal printer.”
In parallel, Xact Metal is expanding its powder portfolio. Together with Sandvik, the company is offering Osprey MAR 55 tool and high-speed steel, which targets H13 and Dievar and is designed for hardness above 50 HRC and high wear resistance. Xact Metal is also working with Equispheres on the aluminum-based NExP-1 powder, whose non-reactive formulation is intended to simplify handling compared with conventional aluminum alloys.
“In our effort to bring complete printing solutions to customers, we are announcing two new exciting partnerships with metal suppliers,” said Gomez. “First, to further enhance our offerings in the tooling industry, we have partnered with Sandvik to supply their Osprey MAR 55 tool and high-speed steel. MAR 55 provides an alternative to H13 and Dievar metals. It has excellent printability without the need for high-temperature plate preheating; it targets tooling applications that require hardness levels above 50 HRC and has wear resistance exceeding that of the 18-Ni class of maraging steels. Second, we have partnered with Equispheres and their NExP-1 non-reactive aluminum powder to help customers in automotive and other industrial production applications reduce the complexity and challenges associated with aluminum powder handling. Equispheres’ NExP-1 aluminum powder provides fast build speeds, and due to its non-reactiveness, it requires minimal special handling processes or storage.”
“At Formnext 2025, we will introduce the XM200G μHD metal printer,” said Gomez. “Many customers require better printing performance to achieve micro sizes and smoother surfaces that have generally not been suitable for use in metal laser powder-bed fusion (LPBF) printers. Through the last year we have developed the capability to print 5-15 μm size powder, which traditionally has been used in the metal injection molding (MIM) industry and in binder metal printers. Based on the XM200G family of printers, the XM200G μHD LPBF printer will be able to print 5-15 μm size powder, have a laser spot size of 25 μm, a print bed of 140x140x150 mm build area (with an option of 290 mm in the z-direction), and 100, 200 or 400W of laser power. The XM200G μHD allows us to help customers with product development and low-volume manufacturing micro applications like electronics, micro mechanics, antennas and waveguides, defense and medical devices. The printer is in the final stages of development and is expected to start shipping in mid-2026.”
With the XM300G, Xact Metal is addressing the need for a mid-size LPBF system for series production. The planned configuration includes one to four lasers with 500 or 1,000 watts and fully overlapping scan fields, a build volume of 300 × 300 × 400 millimeters, and a removable build cylinder.
“We are also reaffirming the development of the XM300G mid-size metal printer,” said Gomez. “We have been working hard on the detailed design of the XM300G printer after having validated the design features with key customers. Customers’ feedback has been very positive regarding the printer’s performance features, which include one, two or four 500W or 1,000 W lasers with 100% overlapping build areas, a 300x300x400 build area, a removable build cylinder, a hopper dosing mechanism and an extended life filter. Customers are also excited about the printer size, as it is designed to fit through a standard door. We are now taking orders for the XM300G and are expecting to start shipping it in the second half of 2026.”
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