3d Scanning Service
NOTE: Please DO NOT mail your item to be scanned. This is for local residents only within driving distance of my home in the Town of Stouffville, Ont.
With this service I use a professional 3d scanner (Einscan SP V2 shown above) that will produce high resolution scanned models with 0.05mm accuracy and very high detail. This will allow customers to have their items scanned and digitized, enabling us to create accurate and high detailed 3D models.
You only pay if the scan is successful.
Price is for scanning only: $10 up to $20 per item scanned. An estimate will be given after reviewing your completed online form. This depends on the size and complexity of your item.
If you would like your scan printed with resin or filament, check the box on the form and an estimate will be given for both scanning and printing your item. Printing estimates will only be given for smaller items.
Why use this service?
- You might have an item that you would like a backup of in STL file format ready for printing anytime. This is great for items that can no longer be purchased anywhere.
- You have a broken item that you would like to replace. As long as all the broken pieces are available they can be glued or taped together in order to get a good 3d scan.
- There may be times you want your item to be either larger or smaller. Scanned items can be resized easily in the slicing software.
EXAMPLE SCAN & PRINTS
I had a request to scan and print this shelf bracket that was lost during a move. They said it could no longer be purchased so I was able to help them out.
I also had a request to scan and print this clip. They said it was difficult to find in a store.
To use this service complete the form below. Submit one or two photos of the item that you would like scanned. After reviewing your completed form and determine if I'm able to scan your item successfully, I will email you a quote and if you accept, you can then drop off your item off curbside at my home in the Town of Stouffville, Ont. My address and instructions will be provided with your quote. You can pickup your item after scanning is completed.
Requirements: Items must be 25mm up to 160mm in size. Please note that smaller items with recessed areas on the inside might not scan well but the outer areas will scan perfectly.
Scanning one item takes from 20 to 40 minutes which includes cleaning up the scan if needed. After optimizing and meshing your scan, it will be saved as a STL file ready to 3d print. Your file will be emailed to you after completion or saved to a USB drive if one is supplied.
If the 3d scan of your item doesn't turn out with the best quality, there will be no charge for scanning your item. Unsuccessful scans are very rare.
INFORMATION ON SCANNING SPRAY
Some items that are dark or have shiny areas, a scanning spray is necessary to achieve a good scan. I use Aesub Blue or Aesub Orange scanning spray which will not harm parts in most cases. We've had no issues to date using this spray with over 150 products being scanned. There could be times that the spray doesn't sublimate totally so wiping with a cloth will remove it.
DISCLAIMER
Every effort will be made to keep your item safe and in it’s original condition before and after scanning. We will not be responsible if your item gets damaged due to unforeseen circumstances or from using scanning spray which is very rare.