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Buying Guides

Comparisons and buying advice for handheld, desktop and long-range 3D scanners, and how to work out the return on one.

Handheld 3D scanner capturing a catalytic converter, with the scan shown on a laptop behind it
Buying Guides10 min read

A capital request for a $20,000 to $80,000 3D scanner rarely fails on the technology. It fails because the engineer asking for it can’t answer the question a CFO actually…

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Artec Jet mobile LiDAR scanner deployed in industrial environment
Buying Guides6 min read

Both are professional-grade Artec LiDAR scanners. Both deliver survey-quality point clouds. But they solve very different problems — here’s how to choose. The short answer The Artec Jet is a…

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Artec Jet handheld LiDAR configuration in use
Buying Guides3 min read

For decades, the limits of a LiDAR system were defined by the environment. Go underground, lose GPS. Enter a dense facility, lose accuracy. Push into a hazardous space, risk the…

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Artec Ray II on-board control interface for long-range 3D scanning
Buying Guides4 min read

Different long-range scanner brands offer varying features and capabilities; hence the need to understand the most crucial aspects of long-range 3D scanners, like the scanning speed, resolution, accuracy, and usability.…

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FARO Orbis 3D scanner used outdoors on a building application
Buying Guides4 min read

The key difference between long-range and short-range scanners is the maximum distance at which they can capture data. Ordinarily, long-range 3D scanners do longer-distance scanning than short-range 3D scanners.  Your…

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Closeup Photo of the Faro Long Range 3D Professional Scanner
Buying Guides4 min read

The key elements to consider in long-range 3D scanners include accuracy, scan speed, resolution, scanning mechanism, and ease of use. These aspects determine the performance of the scanner and your…

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Artec Ray II long-range 3D scanner setup for outdoor capture
Buying Guides4 min read

Cost-Benefit Analysis of Long-Range 3D Scanners The initial investment cost of acquiring long-range 3D scanners prevents many individuals and organizations from enjoying their numerous benefits. However, a comprehensive cost-benefit analysis…

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A person using the Artec Micro 2 Desktop Scanner to scan a small detailed part
Buying Guides4 min read

A desktop 3D scanner can be beneficial across many industries, allowing enterprises to accomplish their objectives through rapid prototyping, efficient quality control, improved reverse engineering capabilities, and enhanced design accuracy.…

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Artec 3D Micro II scan process close up of a small part
Buying Guides4 min read

Integrating a professional desktop 3D scanner into your system offers numerous benefits, including improved scan quality, enhanced precision, expedited prototyping, and increased productivity. Suitable for scanning smaller objects, a desktop…

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Artec Micro II desktop 3D scanner during scan process closeup
Buying Guides4 min read

Desktop 3D scanners enable professionals across various sectors to create highly accurate digital replicas of physical objects, streamlining production workflows and enhancing designs. Understanding how you can benefit from desktop…

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Simscan-S 3D handheld scanner being used to scan a large piece of metal in a shop
Buying Guides4 min read

Your choice of a handheld 3D scanner depends on many factors, including the intended application, the environment it’ll be used in, and the quality of results you desire. Other important…

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Handheld laser 3D scanner with a built-in display
Buying Guides4 min read

Handheld 3D scanners offer many benefits to businesses and professionals, but they also have certain limitations that you should be aware of before incorporating them into your workflow. Some of…

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