3D scanners are powerful tools with many applications ranging from dimensional inspection to reverse engineering. Typically, 3D scanners are used to create a 3D representation of the geometry of a complex part. Initially the part geometry may be represented by thousands or millions of individual points. These points can then be used to reconstruct a model of the part.
At Hill Engineering we use a Nikon ModelMaker H120 3D scanner. The cutting-edge ModelMaker H120 incorporates blue laser technology, ultra-fast frame rate, specially developed Nikon optics and the ability to measure the most challenging materials.
Many of our projects at Hill Engineering benefit from 3D scanning technology. In addition, Hill Engineering offers 3D scanning services for others on a fee-for-service basis.
3D Scanning Uses
- Quality assurance inspection: checking the geometry of manufactured parts to ensure consistency with drawing requirements
- Reverse engineering: generating a CAD model of a physical object for use in future design or manufacturing
- Machining distortion: evaluating the effects of different machining and manufacturing processes on the final machined shape of parts
- Engineered residual stress: evaluating the effects of residual stress surface treatments on the deformation of parts
Nikon ModelMaker H120 System Specs
- Measuring range: 78.75 inches (2.0 m)
- Measurement accuracy: 0.0011 inches (0.028 mm)
- Minimum resolution: 0.0014 inches (0.035 mm)
3D scan of a used mouse showing regions of wear.
Photograph of Nikon ModelMaker H120 scanning a case
Illustration of a 3D scan of a cordless drill