Jiga
Automate your RFQs and sourcing.
- Founded:
- 2020
- Headquarters:
- San Francisco, CA, USA
- Website:
- https://jiga.io
Summary
Jiga operates a Vetted supplier network with Jiga as vendor of record. Buyers transact with Jiga, not directly with individual suppliers. Key differentiator from Xometry: buyers can communicate directly with the manufacturing partner through the platform for custom manufacturing. Core capabilities include CNC machining, Sheet metal fabrication, 3D printing — FDM, 3D printing — SLA, 3D printing — SLS and others using materials like Aluminum (various alloys, most commonly 6061), Steel (carbon steel, alloy steels), Stainless steel (commonly 304), Titanium alloys, Inconel. Key certifications: ISO 9001:2015 (Jiga platform-level certification), ISO/IEC 90003 (software quality — Jiga platform). Minimum order is 1 part (no stated minimum order quantity; platform serves single prototypes through high-volume production) (inferred) with lead times starting at Not published as fixed ranges. Platform positions sourcing cycle reduction from weeks to hours for quote turnaround. Region coverage includes Global (platform explicitly offers access to manufacturers worldwide), United States (primary buyer base; ITAR Interface specifically for US persons), International (customers confirmed in aerospace, defense, robotics globally). No public API is available.
Capabilities
| Processes | CNC machining (milling — 3-axis, 4-axis, 5-axis, 6-axis; turning; drilling), Sheet metal fabrication, 3D printing — FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling), 3D printing — SLA (Stereolithography), 3D printing — SLS (Selective Laser Sintering), 3D printing — MJF (HP Multi Jet Fusion), 3D printing — PolyJet, 3D printing — DMLS (Direct Metal Laser Sintering / metal 3D printing), Injection molding (including rapid/prototype tooling, overmolding, insert molding), Custom PCBs (printed circuit boards) |
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| Materials | Aluminum (various alloys, most commonly 6061), Steel (carbon steel, alloy steels), Stainless steel (commonly 304), Titanium alloys, Inconel, Magnesium alloys, Copper alloys, Brass, ABS, Nylon (PA), PEEK, POM (polyoxymethylene / Delrin), Polycarbonate, Polypropylene (PP), Plastics, composites, and ceramics (for additive manufacturing), Digital ABS (PolyJet), Rubber-like / flexible materials (PolyJet), Biocompatible materials (PolyJet — medical applications) |
| Certifications | ISO 9001:2015 (Jiga platform-level certification), ISO/IEC 90003 (software quality — Jiga platform), AS9100D (available via partner suppliers, on demand), ISO 13485:2016 (available via partner suppliers, on demand), ITAR compliant (ITAR Interface available; files stored on AWS GovCloud), EAR (Export Administration Regulations) compliant (on demand) |
| Finishing | Bead blasting, Anodizing (Type II and Type III / hardcoat), Alodine / chromate conversion coating, Tumbling, Polishing, Black oxide, Sandblasting, Heat treatment, Powder coating, Passivation, Electroless nickel plating, Gold plating, Silver plating, Chem film, Electroplating, Brushed finish |
| File Formats | STEP (.step, .stp), IGES (.igs, .iges), STL (.stl), SolidWorks (native), Parasolid (.x_t, .x_b), 3D XML, OBJ (.obj), Technical drawings / PDFs (for RFQ submission) |
| Tolerances | CNC machining: general tolerance ±0.005 inch (±0.13 mm) standard; precision features achievable down to ±0.0005 inch (±0.0127 mm). ISO 2768 used as underlying tolerance framework. Tolerance guidance is published in educational articles but is not a platform-enforced guaranteed minimum — achieved tolerances depend on individual supplier capabilities. (inferred) |
| DFM Feedback | Yes |
Ordering & Commercial
- Minimum Order Quantity
- 1 part (no stated minimum order quantity; platform serves single prototypes through high-volume production) (inferred)
- Lead Time
- Not published as fixed ranges. Platform positions sourcing cycle reduction from weeks to hours for quote turnaround; actual manufacturing lead times depend on process, supplier, and volume. Lead times can be less competitive than instant-quote platforms for quick-turn prototype needs. Customer reviews reference sourcing parts 'in days not months.' (inferred)
- Instant Quoting
- No (RFQ-based)
- Pricing Model
- RFQ-based model: Jiga sends requests to its vetted supplier network and returns competitive quotes for buyer comparison. Unlike Xometry's AI instant-quote engine, no automated price is returned from CAD upload. Two commercial models: (1) free account with marketplace markup on parts ordered — buyers transact with Jiga as vendor of record; (2) subscription plans (starting approximately $150/month) unlock premium features and ERP integrations. (inferred)
- Payment Terms
- Credit card (production starts after payment authorized), Subscription fee for platform access (starting from approximately $150/month for premium features) (inferred), Marketplace markup model — transact without subscription; pay only for parts ordered (inferred)
- Rush Options
- Not documented publicly as a named rush or expedite tier. Suppliers can be asked for expedited quotes through the platform's direct communication channel. No published rush surcharge structure found. (unknown)
Coverage
- Regions Served
- Global (platform explicitly offers access to manufacturers worldwide)United States (primary buyer base; ITAR Interface specifically for US persons)International (customers confirmed in aerospace, defense, robotics globally)
- Manufacturing Locations
- Global supplier network (exact country breakdown not publicly disclosed)United States (domestic suppliers, especially for ITAR-sensitive parts)International (platform explicitly sources globally including overseas)
- Industries Served
- Aerospace and defense (primary — dedicated landing page, AS9100D/ITAR available)RoboticsIndustrial machineryMedical devices (ISO 13485 partners available)Oil and gasConsumer electronicsAdvanced manufacturing / AI infrastructure (servers, cooling systems)
- Volume Range:
- Single prototypes through high-volume production runs. Platform explicitly serves the prototype-to-production spectrum. Low-volume injection molding from approximately 1 to a few thousand parts. High-volume CNC machining and injection molding also supported via network supplier capacity. (inferred)
- Focus:
- Both — platform explicitly serves prototyping through production. However, compared to instant-quote platforms (Xometry, Protolabs), Jiga's RFQ model is better suited for production and complex/custom parts than for same-day or quick-turn prototyping. (inferred)
- IP Protection:
- ITAR Interface: CAD files, drawings, models, and screenshots visible only to US Persons; files stored on AWS GovCloud (ITAR/EAR-compliant). Suppliers sign NDA as part of onboarding. File retention and deletion policy not publicly detailed. SOC 2 certification status not confirmed from public documentation. (inferred)
Platform
- Marketplace Model
- Vetted supplier network with Jiga as vendor of record. Buyers transact with Jiga, not directly with individual suppliers. Key differentiator from Xometry: buyers can communicate directly with the manufacturing partner through the platform — a transparent model versus Xometry's opaque black-box approach. Platform uses AI to extract requirements from technical drawings, match orders to suppliers, and automate RFQ administration.
- Supplier Vetting
- Multi-stage vetting process: (1) preliminary evaluation of certifications, reputation, capabilities, and financial stability; (2) application questionnaire, NDA signing, T&C agreement; (3) sample part orders to verify capability claims; (4) audit of infrastructure and processes; (5) on-site audits via professional monitoring companies for high-volume production suppliers. Ongoing scoring on quality, communication, price competitiveness, and on-time delivery; underperforming suppliers removed.
- Quality Assurance
- Jiga guarantees quality and on-time delivery of parts. In cases of supplier fault, Jiga takes responsibility for rectification. AI-driven quality controls used for critical components. DFM collaboration via 3D viewer annotation. Suppliers rated by buyers continuously. Trustpilot: 4.8/5 based on 48 reviews (as of research date).
- Order Tracking
- Real-time order tracking dashboard within the platform; track status at every step from RFQ to delivery. Centralized visibility with notifications for issues requiring attention. ERP integration (Dynamics 365, NetSuite) enables purchase order syncing. No public API for programmatic status queries.
- API Available:
- No
- Account Required:
- Yes
Differentiation
Best For
Hardware engineering and procurement teams in aerospace, defense, robotics, and industrial manufacturing who need a transparent, collaborative sourcing platform for complex custom parts — from prototypes to production — and value direct supplier communication and quality accountability over instant automated quoting. (inferred)
Key Strengths
- Direct supplier communication — buyers interact directly with the manufacturing partner, unlike Xometry's opaque black-box model
- AI-native platform — extracts requirements from technical drawings, detects supply chain risks, and automates RFQ administration
- Smaller, highly vetted supplier network — multi-stage vetting with on-site audits; ongoing performance scoring with removal of underperforming suppliers
- Vendor of record model with quality guarantee — Jiga is accountable for rectification, not individual suppliers
- DFM collaboration via 3D viewer annotation — real-time feedback with the manufacturing partner before order confirmation
- ERP and PLM integrations (Dynamics 365, NetSuite, Slack) for enterprise procurement workflows
- ITAR/EAR compliance available on demand — AWS GovCloud file storage; enables sensitive aerospace and defense work
- Profitable at Series A ($19.1M total raised); customers include NASA, Siemens, Tesla, Apple, Google, Carbon Robotics
- Broad process coverage: CNC machining (up to 6-axis), sheet metal, six 3D printing technologies, injection molding, PCBs
Known Limitations
- No instant quoting engine — quotes are RFQ-based; slower than Xometry or Protolabs for quick-turn prototyping
- No public developer API for programmatic ordering — agent-readiness is low
- Smaller supplier network than Xometry — may limit options for niche processes, large parts, or high-volume scale
- Lead times can be less competitive than instant-quote platforms for rapid prototype needs
- Subscription pricing model (approximately $150+/month) adds cost for lower-volume users
- Platform interface reported as occasionally glitchy per user reviews (reported)
- Geographic distribution of manufacturing partners not disclosed — uncertainty about domestic vs. overseas routing
- Not optimized for same-day prototype needs where Protolabs or Xometry Expedite is faster
- Smaller company (Series A stage, founded 2020) relative to Xometry (public company) or Protolabs in institutional scale