HandySCAN 3D BLACK

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HandySCAN 3D™| BLACK Series

Accurate, Portable, Simple and Fast

The HandySCAN 3D™ product range is the standard against which all other portable metrology‑grade 3D scanners are measured. Constant refinement makes this third-generation device a finely-honed instrument. It meets or exceeds the requirements of design, manufacturing and metrology professionals who want an efficient and dependable way to record precise 3D measurements of a physical object in any location.

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HandySCAN 3D Black Series. Precision. Flexibility & Portability. 

Regardless of the measurement environment, structure, and surface complexity, this patented handheld 3D scanner delivers precise, repeatable results with dependable speed, versatility, and ease of use.

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Key Features

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Accuracy | 0.025 mm

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ISO 17025

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Large Scanning Area

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Scan-to-Mesh in Seconds

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Worldwide Repairs & Customer Support

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Patented Technology

Want faster product development, more effective quality control, or both? This is the superior metrology-grade 3D scanner for your needs.

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Advantages

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Portability

The hand-held 3D scanner goes anywhere without needing a tripod or external devices. It’s small, protective carrying case means you can rely on consistent performance every time, in any environment.

  • Lightweight
  • Self-positioning with dynamic referencing
  • Fits into a suitcase
  • Take it anywhere you need

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Precise, Dependable, High-Definition 3D Measurements

The HandySCAN 3D produces precise, high-definition, consistent results in any measurement situation, regardless of the user’s expertise. The unique dynamic referencing feature produces precise, high‑resolution scans even while the scanner and object move during measurement.

  • Accuracy
    • 0.025 mm (0.0009 in)
    • 0.012 mm (0.0005 in) with Limited Edition
  • Volumetric Accuracy
    • 0.020 mm + 0.040 mm/m (0.0008 in + 0.0005 in/ft)
    • 0.020 mm + 0.015 mm/m (0.0008 in + 0.00018 in/ft) ) with Accu+ Kit
    • 0.012 mm + 0.015mm/m (0.0005 in + 0.00018 in/ft) with Limited Edition
  • Reliable Acceptance Test
    • Based on VDI/VDE 2634 Part 3 standard & ISO 10360 standard
    • ISO/IEC 17025: 2017 accredited laboratory
  • High Resolution for Fine Details
  • Integrated Photogrammetry
    • High accuracy on large measurements with volumetric accuracy optimization

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Accelerated 3D Scanning Operations

An array of laser crosses and automatic mesh generation means the HandySCAN 3D scanner speeds up your process time, from scanner set-up to saved files in minutes.

  • Flexible working distance
    • 0.3m (1 ft) to 2.5m (8.2 ft) for faster acquisition
  • High measurement rate
    • Up to 1,800,000 measurements/s
  • Large scanning area of 30 blue laser lines
  • Quick setup
    • Up-and-running in less than 2 minutes

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Flexibility & Ease of Use

Scan a variety of object dimensions, structures, and surface compositions using the same process and without add-ons. Users appreciate its intuitive interface and user-friendly design, which minimizes training time and workflow.

Simple User Interface & Real-time Mesh Visualization

Masters Complex & Difficult Surfaces

Plug and Play

One Device for All Shapes & Sizes

Software

VXElements Scanning Software

VXelements™ | 3D Software Platform

Your HandySCAN 3D includes VXelements, a powerful yet intuitive control centre for all the 3D scanning and measurement technologies we offer, including data acquisition, inspection and CAD modules. All the vital applications and components are conveniently packaged in an easy-to-use, streamlined user interface.

VXinspect Creaform HandySCAN 3D Scanning Inspection Software

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Dimensional inspection software module

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VXmodel Creaform HandySCAN 3D Scanning Post Processing Software

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Scan-to-CAD software module

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Pipecheck™

NDT pipeline integrity assessment software

Compatible Software

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HandySCAN 3D Scanning Applications

Quality control

  • First article inspection (FAI)
  • Part-to-CAD inspection
  • Supplier quality inspection
 CAD design

  • 3D scan-to-CAD
  • Reverse engineering (extracting design-intent)
  • Packaging design
 Replacement/​Recycling

  • Reverse engineering for developing replacement / Restoration parts
  • Planning of complex assemblies disassembly/​Dismantling
Tooling design

  • Reverse engineering of dies, molds, fixtures, jigs and patterns
  • Update of CAD file to reflect as-built tooling measurements
  • Tooling validation/​Inspection
 Assembly/​Production

  • Virtual assembly
  • Tool/Robot path programming
  • Part assessment before machining
 Prototyping

  • Rapid prototyping / Manufacturing
  • Integration of prototype modifications into CAD file
  • Prototype inspection
Testing, simulation and analysis

  • Finite element analysis (FEA)
  • Interference analysis
  • Deformation, geometry analysis
 Requirements and specifications

  • Competitive product analysis
  • Measurement of product environment or connecting/​Surrounding parts
  • Measurement of existing parts for aftermarket or custom equipment
 Concept design

  • Clay model measurement/​Reverse engineering
  • Models and mock-ups measurement/Reverse engineering
  • Styling and aesthetics
Concept prototyping

  • Integration of prototype modifications into CAD file
  • Form study, proof-of-concept prototypes
  • Ergonomy prototypes
 Documentation

  • As-built documentation of parts/Tooling
  • Marketing presentations, 3D training systems, serious gaming
  • Digital archiving
 Maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO)

  • Wear and tear analysis
  • Custom repairs/​Modification
  • As-built documentation of parts / Tooling before maintenance

Technical Specifications

 

HandySCAN BLACK™|Elite

HandySCAN BLACK+™|Elite
Accuracy
 0.025 mm
(0.0009 in) 		0.025 mm
(0.0009 in)
0.012 mm (0.0005 in)1
Accuracy
0.025 mm
(0.0009 in)
0.025 mm
(0.0009 in)
0.012 mm (0.0005 in)1
Volumetric Accuracy (based on part size)
 0.020 mm + 0.040 mm/m
(0.0008 in + 0.0005 in/ft) 		0.020 mm + 0.040 mm/m | 0.0008 in + 0.0005 in/ft
0.020 mm + 0.015 mm/m | 0.0008 in + 0.00018 in/ft2
0.012 mm + 0.015 mm/m | 0.0005 in + 0.00018 in/ft1, 2
Volumetric Accuracy (based on part size)
0.020 mm + 0.040 mm/m
(0.0008 in + 0.0005 in/ft)
0.020 mm + 0.040 mm/m | 0.0008 in + 0.0005 in/ft
0.020 mm + 0.015 mm/m | 0.0008 in + 0.00018 in/ft2
0.012 mm + 0.015 mm/m | 0.0005 in + 0.00018 in/ft1, 2
Form Error (Sphere)
 N/A 0.030 mm | 0.0012 in
Form Error (Sphere)
N/A
0.030 mm | 0.0012 in
Form Error (Flat)
N/A 0.050 mm | 0.0020 in
Form Error (Flat)
N/A
0.050 mm | 0.0020 in
Measurement capabilities [at a working distance of 0.3 m | 1 ft]
 Pin ⊕ 0.750 mm | 0.0295 in
Hole ⊙ 1.250 mm |0.0492 in
Step ⊜ 0.025 mm | 0.0009 in
Wall ⥑ 0.500 mm | 0.0197 in 		Pin ⊕ 0.750 mm | 0.0295 in
Hole ⊙ 1.250 mm |0.0492 in
Step ⊜ 0.025 mm | 0.0009 in
Wall ⥑ 0.500 mm | 0.0197 in
Measurement capabilities [at a working distance of 0.3 m | 1 ft]
Pin ⊕ 0.750 mm | 0.0295 in
Hole ⊙ 1.250 mm |0.0492 in
Step ⊜ 0.025 mm | 0.0009 in
Wall ⥑ 0.500 mm | 0.0197 in
Measurement Resolution
 0.025 mm | 0.0009 in 0.025 mm | 0.0009 in
Measurement Resolution
0.025 mm | 0.0009 in
Mesh Resolution
 0.100 mm | 0.0039 in 0.100 mm | 0.0039 in
Mesh Resolution
0.100 mm | 0.0039 in
Measurement Rate
 1,300,000 measurements/s 1,800,000 measurements/s
Measurement Rate
1,300,000 measurements/s
1,800,000 measurements/s
Light Source4
 22 blue laser lines
(+ 1 extra line) 		30 blue laser lines
(+ 1 extra line)
Light Source4
22 blue laser lines
(+ 1 extra line)
30 blue laser lines
(+ 1 extra line)
Working Distance
 200 to 450 mm | 7.9 x 17.7 in 200 to 750 mm |7.9 x 29.5 in
Working Distance
200 to 450 mm | 7.9 x 17.7 in
200 to 750 mm |7.9 x 29.5 in
Depth of Field
 250 mm | 9.8 in 550 mm | 21.7 in
Depth of Field
250 mm | 9.8 in
550 mm | 21.7 in
Part Size Range (recommended)
 0.05–4 m | 0.15–13 ft 0.05–4 m | 0.15–13 ft
Part Size Range (recommended)
0.05–4 m | 0.15–13 ft
Software
 VXelements VXelements
Software
VXelements
Output Formats
 .dae, .fbx, .ma, .obj, .ply, .stl, .txt, .wrl, .x3d, .x3dz, .zpr, .3mf .dae, .fbx, .ma, .obj, .ply, .stl, .txt, .wrl, .x3d, .x3dz, .zpr, .3mf
Output Formats
.dae, .fbx, .ma, .obj, .ply, .stl, .txt, .wrl, .x3d, .x3dz, .zpr, .3mf
Compatible Software5
 3D Systems (Geomagic® Solutions), InnovMetric Software (PolyWorks), Metrologic Group (Metrolog X4), New River Kinematics (Spatial Analyzer), Verisurf, Dassault Systèmes (CATIA V5, SOLIDWORKS), PTC (Creo), Siemens (NX, Solid Edge), Autodesk (Inventor, PowerINSPECT) 3D Systems (Geomagic® Solutions), InnovMetric Software (PolyWorks), Metrologic Group (Metrolog X4), New River Kinematics (Spatial Analyzer), Verisurf, Dassault Systèmes (CATIA V5, SOLIDWORKS), PTC (Creo), Siemens (NX, Solid Edge), Autodesk (Inventor, PowerINSPECT)
Compatible Software5
3D Systems (Geomagic® Solutions), InnovMetric Software (PolyWorks), Metrologic Group (Metrolog X4), New River Kinematics (Spatial Analyzer), Verisurf, Dassault Systèmes (CATIA V5, SOLIDWORKS), PTC (Creo), Siemens (NX, Solid Edge), Autodesk (Inventor, PowerINSPECT)
Weight,/strong>
 0.94 kg (2.1 lb) 0.94 kg (2.1 lb)
Weight,/strong>
0.94 kg (2.1 lb)
Dimensions (LxWxH)
 79 x 142 x 288 mm | 3.1 x 5.6 x 11.3 in 79 x 142 x 288 mm | 3.1 x 5.6 x 11.3 in
Dimensions (LxWxH)
79 x 142 x 288 mm | 3.1 x 5.6 x 11.3 in
Connection Standard
 1 X USB 3.0 1 X USB 3.0
Connection Standard
1 X USB 3.0
Operating Temperature Range
 5–40°C (41–104°F) 5–40°C (41–104°F)
Operating Temperature Range
5–40°C (41–104°F)
Operating Humidity Range (non-condensing)
 10–90% 10–90%
Operating Humidity Range (non-condensing)
10–90%
Certifications
 EC Compliance (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, Low Voltage Directive),
compatible with rechargeable batteries (when applicable), IP50, WEEE 		EC Compliance (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, Low Voltage Directive),
compatible with rechargeable batteries (when applicable), IP50, WEEE
Certifications
EC Compliance (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, Low Voltage Directive),
compatible with rechargeable batteries (when applicable), IP50, WEEE
Patents
 CA 2,600,926, CN 200680014069.3, US 7,912,673, CA 2,656,163, EP (FR, UK, DE) 1,877,726, AU 2006222458, US 8,032,327, JP 4,871,352, US 8,140,295, EP (FR, UK, DE) 2,278,271, EP (FR, UK, DE) 2,230,482, IN 266,573, US 7,487,063, CA 2,529,044, EP (FR, UK, DE) 3,102,908, US 15/114,563, CN 201580007340X CA 2,600,926, CN 200680014069.3, US 7,912,673, CA 2,656,163, EP (FR, UK, DE) 1,877,726, AU 2006222458, US 8,032,327, JP 4,871,352, US 8,140,295, EP (FR, UK, DE) 2,278,271, EP (FR, UK, DE) 2,230,482, IN 266,573, US 7,487,063, CA 2,529,044, EP (FR, UK, DE) 3,102,908, US 15/114,563, CN 201580007340X
Patents
CA 2,600,926, CN 200680014069.3, US 7,912,673, CA 2,656,163, EP (FR, UK, DE) 1,877,726, AU 2006222458, US 8,032,327, JP 4,871,352, US 8,140,295, EP (FR, UK, DE) 2,278,271, EP (FR, UK, DE) 2,230,482, IN 266,573, US 7,487,063, CA 2,529,044, EP (FR, UK, DE) 3,102,908, US 15/114,563, CN 201580007340X

1 Performance obtained with Limited Edition. Limited Edition is able to deliver improved accuracy through optimized manufacturing and calibration processes.
2 Performance obtained with scale bars included in the Accu+ Kit.
3 Performance tests done in Creaform’s ISO/IEC 17025 accredited calibration laboratories
4 Laser class: 2M (eye safe).
5 Also compatible with all major metrology, CAD, and computer graphic software through mesh and point cloud import.

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