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Nature of Operations and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Narrative) (Details)

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Nature of Operations and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Dec. 31, 2011
Advertising costs $ 16,500 $ 4,800 $ 3,600
Maximum additional tax rate on distribution of dividends 10.00%    
Settlement percentage 50.00%    
Additional ordinary shares   964,123 520,605
Options excluded from dilution calculation        
Stratasys Shareholders [Member]
     
Ownership percentage 55.00%    
Objet Shareholders [Member]
     
Ownership percentage 45.00%    
Foreign Company [Member]
     
Ownership percentage 25.00%