Axis Prototypes offers scanning services through a portable optical CMM 3D scanner, the MetraSCAN 3D, in order to deliver accurate 3D scan files. 3D scanning services can be a valuable time and cost saver when reverse engineering designs or when you need to compare a fabricated part to the original CAD (Computer Aided Design) rendering. 3D scanning tolerances are typically between 20 and 50 microns.
| Service name | Description | What to provide? | What do you get? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scan-to- CAD comparison | Compare your physical object to the CAD data. Can be used for a variety of purposes for inspection | - Physical
model - CAD file (format accepted: .IGS, .STP) | 1. Report
Format: .pdf Client needs to identify if specific points of model should show a dimension (see image below) |
| Scan-to-Print | Replicate your object in one of our 3D printing materials (link to materials) | - Physical model | 1. File
Format: STL 2. Printed part |
| Reverse Engineering | Obtain a modifiable file from your physical object | - Physical model | 1. File Format: STL, STP, .IGS, (.SLDPRT or .CATPart)* |
| Reverse Engineering + Design | Obtain a modified (modifications made by Axis) file from your physical object | - Physical
model - Instructions for Design modifications | 1. File Format: STL, STP, .IGS, (.SLDPRT or .CATPart)* |
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With many years of experience under our belt, we deliver guaranteed high quality parts. We pay meticulous attention to your requests and we don’t compromise on quality or accuracy for our 3D Print Services.
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