ScanTech SimScan 3D scanner review

Updated Jan 11, 2022 4637

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Hi everyone! Today, we will talk about the new portable ScanTech SimScan 3D scanner — an extremely lightweight and convenient device to use in industry. It is the smallest industrial 3D scanner in the world.

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Highlights

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Read the article to learn more.

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SimScan won the prestigious RedDot design award, photo by ScanTech

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Whether in tight spaces or with large objects, the SimScan ensures high-quality 3D scans without any constraints of the work environment. A metrology-level measuring system helps capture every detail and build a 3D model in a very short time. The minimalist metal body makes for a balance between weight and performance.

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Specifications

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Scantech SIMSCAN 3D Scanner [CLEARANCE]
Accuracy Up to 0.020 mm
Connectivity USB 3.0
Display No
Manufacturer Scantech
Manufacturer country China

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Comparison

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Scantech SIMSCAN

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Scantech KSCAN20

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Freescan UE11

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Creaform Black Elite

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Scan Mode

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Ultra-fast Mode, Hyperfine Mode, Deep hole scanning

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Standard Mode R

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(Red laser), Hyperfine Mode B

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(Blue laser)

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Multiple Lines Scan, Single Line Scan

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Scan Accuracy, up to

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0.020 mm

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0.020 mm

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0.020 mm

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0.025 mm

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Volumetric Accuracy, up to

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0.040 mm/m

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0.015mm (Optional: with MSCAN L15 photogrammetry system)

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0.035 mm/m

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0.015mm (Optional: with MSCAN L15 photogrammetry system)

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0.040 mm/m

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0.025mm (Optional: with DigiMetric)

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0.04 mm/m

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with MaxSHOT Next™ | Elite: 0.015 mm/m

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Scan Speed, up to

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2.020.000 points/s

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650.000 points/s

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1.020.000 points/s

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1.300.000 points/s

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Point Distance, up to

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0.025 mm

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0.010 mm

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0.05 mm

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0.1 mm

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Recommended part size

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0.02–4 m

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0.01 – 10 m

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5 cm – 4 m

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5 cm – 4 m

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Single Scan Range (FOV)

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410 mm × 400 mm

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550mm × 600 mm

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510mm x 520 mm

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310 x 350 mm

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Depth of Field

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250 mm

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550 mm

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300 mm - 700 mm

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250 mm

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Working Distance

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300 mm

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0.25 ~ 0.8 m

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500 mm

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0.3 m

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Light Source

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Blue Laser

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Red Laser + Bue Laser

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Blue Laser

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Blue Laser

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Texture Scan

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No

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No

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No

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No

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PC Configuration

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DELL Precision 7550 CPU: i9-10885H

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Memory: 32G, 2666MHz DDR4

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Graphics Card: NVIDIA Quadro RTX3000 Contains 8 GB GDDR5 SSD: 1TB

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Network Interface: Gigabit Network Port Operating System: Windows 7 or 10 (64-bit)

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DELL Precision 7540 CPU: i7-9850H

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Memory: 32G, 2666MHz DDR4

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Graphics Card: NVIDIA Quadro T1000 Contains 4 GB GDDR5

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Hard Disk: 1TB 7200 rpm SATA Hard Disk Network Interface: USB3.0

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Operating System: Windows 7 or 10 (64-bit)

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OS: Win10, 64 bit; Graphics Card: NVIDIA GTX/RTX series cards, higher or equal to

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GTX 1080; GPU Memory: ≥4G; Processor: I7-8700; Memory: ≥32GB

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CPU: Intel Core TM i7 8850H

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Ram: 64 GB

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Hard drive: 1 TB SSD

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GPU: NVIDIA Quadro P5200

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OS: Windows 10 Pro x64

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Smart features

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One-handed control

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Source: 3d-scantech.com

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The SimScan portable 3D scanner weighs only 570 g and has dimensions of 203 x 80 x 44 mm, which provides unprecedented ease of scanning with one hand.

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Portability

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Source: 3d-scantech.com 

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The remarkable portability of the scanner allows 3D measurements to be carried out anywhere and at any time.

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Quality and detail

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Source: 3d-scantech.com 

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In Hyperfine and Deep Hole scanning modes using parallel lines and one extra line respectively, the device captures detail even on extremely complex surfaces.

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11 blue laser crosses, 2,020,000 measurements per second, and a 410 x 400 mm scanning area ensure smooth and efficient 3D digitizing.

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Look and feel

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Source: 3d-scantech.com 

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The all-metal shell provides the device with reliable protection, and the ergonomic design allows for a perfect fit in your palm, which adds up to a phenomenal combination of aesthetics and utility.

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Applications

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The ScanTech SimScan, the world's smallest and most user-friendly industrial 3D scanner, is designed for applications in aerospace, automotive, energy and other industries that require accuracy and compactness.

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Source: 3d-scantech.com

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