Do I Need a 3D Scanner?

  • May 24, 2012
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Take Scanning to a Whole New Dimension.

3D design software can be a real nightmare for newcomers, but there is another way to create detailed 3D designs for your 3D printer. 3D scanners use a field of optical beams to map the surface of an object and convert it into a digital 3D design file.

This allows you to duplicate existing objects, which is really handy for broken household appliances, where spare parts can be prohibitively expensive. You can also create a wooden or clay prototype and scan it to create an original 3D model.

Though 3D scanners are quite expensive at the moment, if you intend to use your 3D printer a lot, they may be worth the investment. We offer a great range of 3D scanners for sale in the UK, and we’re always happy to discuss your requirements.

So if you want to enjoy the mind-bending ability to duplicate almost any solid object, you may find that the combination of a 3D printer and a 3D scanner is just the thing for you.

Written by Buy 3D

We fell in love with the 3d printing world as soon as we first caught wind of the life changing technology.