Handheld 3D Scanners
How to access this tool
Drop-in use
Drop into the workshop during our opening hours to use this tool, but ask a technician if you need any training first.
Key information
Yellow tools require further training. Training will be available either in the form of a bookable tool training session, or by dropping into the space and making an arrangement with a technician.
Handheld 3D scanners can scan a wide range of objects, from small mechanical parts to the human body, cars, boats or whole scenes.
What can I use this tool for?
Scan an object in order to be able to print a copy of it using a 3D printer.
Create a scan of an object to enable you to design another part to fit.
Scan an object or scene for use in video or 3D graphics applications.
Materials used with this tool
- Most Materials - Most objects and materials should be scannable. You may run into problems when scanning things that are shiny or transparent. Where appropriate it is possible to get around this by dulling the surface of your target object using a chalk or similar.
What training do I need to use this tool?
The induction for this model of 3D scanner is by arrangement with a technician.
If you would like to use one, come to the workshop during opening hours and work out a time to be inducted with one of the technical staff.
Technical specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Scanning Area | (Near Linear Field of View) 244 × 142 mm (Far Linear Field of View) 838 × 488 mm |
| File Format | OBJ, PLY, WRL, STL, AOP, ASC, STEP, IGES, X_T |
| Software | Artec Studio 17 |
