MetraSCAN 3D
Technical specifications
The MetraSCAN 3D optical CMM scanner is synonymous with speed, accuracy and versatility. As the perfect metrology solution for quality control, quality assurance, inspection and reverse engineering applications, the MetraSCAN 3D generates highly accurate dimensional data in any type of harsh production environment and with any type of component—regardless of part size, material, finish and complexity.

Technical Specifications
Innovating technology that provides accuracy, simplicity, portability as well as real speed to your metrology-grade applications.
MetraSCAN 357™ | MetraSCAN BLACK™ | MetraSCAN BLACK™|Elite | |
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Accuracy(1) | Up to 0.040 mm (0.0016 in) |
0.035 mm (0.0014 in) |
0.025 mm (0.0009 in) |
Volumetric accuracy(2) 9.1 m3 (320 ft3) |
0.086 mm (0.0034 in) |
0.086 mm (0.0034 in) |
0.064 mm (0.0025 in) |
Volumetric accuracy(2) 16.6 m3 (586 ft3) |
0.122 mm (0.0048 in) |
0.122 mm (0.0048 in) |
0.078 mm (0.0031 in) |
Volumetric accuracy with MaxSHOT Next™|Elite(3) | 0.060 mm + 0.015 mm/m (0.0024 in + 0.00018 in/ft) |
0.044 mm + 0.015 mm/m (0.0017 in + 0.00018 in/ft) |
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Probing accuracy with HandyPROBE Next (4) | 0.030 mm (0.0012 in) |
0.030 mm (0.0012 in) |
0.025 mm (0.0009 in) |
Measurement resolution | 0.100 mm (0.0039 in) |
0.025 mm (0.0009 in) |
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Mesh resolution | 0.200 mm (0.0078 in) |
0.100 mm (0.0039 in) |
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Measurement rate | 480,000 measurements/s | 800,000 measurements/s | 1,800,000 measurements/s |
Light source | 7 red laser crosses | 7 blue laser crosses | 15 blue laser crosses (+ 1 extra line) |
Laser class | 2M (eye-safe) |
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Scanning area | 275 x 250 mm (10.8 x 9.8 in) |
310 x 350 mm (12.2 x 13.8 in) |
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Stand-off distance | 300 mm (11.8 in) |
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Depth of field | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
250 mm (9.8 in) |
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Part size range (recommended) | 0.2–6 m (0.7–20 ft) | ||
Software | VXelements | ||
Output formats | .dae, .fbx, .ma, .obj, .stl, .txt, .wrl, .x3d, .zpr, .3mf | ||
Compatible software(5) | 3D Systems (Geomagic® Solutions), InnovMetric Software (PolyWorks), Metrologic Group (Metrolog X4), New River Kinematics (Spatial Analyzer), Verisurf, Dassault Systèmes (CATIA V5, SOLIDWORKS), PTC (Creo), Siemens (NX, Solid Edge), Autodesk (Inventor, PowerINSPECT) | ||
Weight | Scanner: 1.38 kg (3.0 lb) Probe: 0.5 kg (1.1 lb) C-Track: 5.7 kg (12.5 lb) |
Scanner: 1.49 kg (3.28 lb) Probe: 0.5 kg (1.1 lb) C-Track: 5.7 kg (12.5 lb) |
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Dimensions (LxWxH) |
Scanner: 289 x 235 x 296 mm (11.4 x 9.3 x 11.7 in) Probe: 68 x 157 x 340 mm (2.7 x 6.2 x 13.4 in) C-Track: 1031 x 181 x 148 mm (40.6 x 7.1 x 5.8 in) |
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Operating temperature range | 5-40 °C (41-104 °F) |
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Operating humidity range (non-condensing) |
10-90% | ||
Certifications | EC Compliance (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, Low Voltage Directive), compatible with rechargeable batteries (when applicable), IP50, WEEE | ||
Patents | FR 2,838,198, EP (FR, UK, DE, IT) 1,492,995, US 7,487,063, CA 2,529,044 |
(1) MetraSCAN BLACK and MetraSCAN BLACK|Elite (ISO 17025 accredited): Based on VDI/VDE 2634 part 3 standard. Probing error performance is assessed with diameter measurement on traceable sphere artefacts. MetraSCAN 357: Typical value for diameter measurement on a calibrated sphere artefact
(2) MetraSCAN BLACK and MetraSCAN BLACK|Elite (ISO 17025 accredited): Based on VDI/VDE 2634 part 3 standard. Sphere-spacing error is assessed with traceable length artefacts by measuring these at different locations and orientations within the working volume. MetraSCAN 357: Value for sphere spacing measurement on calibrated length artefacts.
(3) The volumetric accuracy performance of the system when using a MaxSHOT 3D cannot be superior to the default volumetric accuracy performance for a given model.
(4) HandyPROBE Next and HandyPROBE Next|Elite performance assessment (ISO 17025 accredited) is based on partial procedure per ISO 10360-12 standard: Probing size error (6.2) and Length error (6.4). Performance is assessed on traceable sphere and length artefacts.
(5) Also compatible with all major metrology, CAD, and computer graphic software through mesh and point cloud import.
Creaform’s worldwide support, repair, and calibration metrology centres
Creaform’s metrology centres are located around the world and offer the following services* in different languages:
- Software and hardware technical support helpline
- 3D scanner basic and advanced repair
- Equipment maintenance, tuning and calibration
- Loaner services
- 3D scanner component replacement
- Parts reselling
- Warranty renewal
* Services may vary depending on each metrology center.
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