
SIMSCAN
Category | Mobile > Handheld |
Topic | Handheld 3D scanners |
Technology | Laser triangulation |
Max. resolution | 0.02 mm |
Country | China |

Description
The SIMSCAN is a lightweight handheld 3D scanner produced by Scantech. Scantech is a 3D scanner manufacturer based in China.
This compact handheld 3D scanner features an impressive acquisition speed of up to 2,800,000 points per second. Announced as metrology-grade, the SIMSCAN offers a resolution of up to 0.020 mm, an accuracy of up to 0.020 mm, and a volumetric accuracy of up to 0.015 mm + 0.035 mm/m (0.015 mm + 0.015 mm/m if paired with the MSCAN-L15).
Scantech won the 2021 Red Dot Design award for the SIMSCAN’s innovative design. It is one of the smallest handheld laser 3D scanners in the world (203 x 80 x 44 mm) and weighs only 570 grams, while this kind of product usually weighs around 1 kilogram.
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Technology and scanning modes
Scantech’s SIMSCAN makes use of blue lasers to capture 3D data. Three modes are available:
- Ultra-fast scanning, with 17 blue laser crosses
- Hyperfine scanning, with 7 blue parallel laser lines
- Deep hole scanning, with a single blue laser line
Scantech SIMSCAN price
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Review
The SIMSCAN’s price-to-performance is outstanding and contrasts greatly with comparable 3D scanning hardware. We found that it worked very, very well on small and complex details, especially with the hyperfine mode. It is also able to capture dark and shiny surfaces relatively easily. With Scantech working towards obtaining VDI/VDE and ISO certification, it’s going to become harder and harder to compete with it.
Pros
- Very sleek and ergonomic design
- Compact dimensions and light weight
- Three scanning modes and ability to post-tune the resolution
Cons
- Software could be more intuitive
Technical specifications
General |
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Model | SIMSCAN |
Brand | SCANTECH (HANGZHOU) CO., LTD |
Price
Approximate starting prices based on supplier-provided information and public data. Prices may vary by region, over time and do not include additional products or services (taxes, shipping, accessories, training, installation, ...).
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upon request |
Release date | 2021 |
Country | China |
Status | Available |
Category | Mobile > Handheld |
Topic | Handheld |
Technology | Laser triangulation |
OS compatibility | - |
Performance |
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Max. resolution | 0.02 mm |
Max. accuracy | 0.02 mm |
Volumetric accuracy | 0.020 mm + 0.035 mm/m |
Acquisition speed | 2,800,000 points/s |
Camera resolution | - |
Working range | 0.3 m |
Scanning area (near) | 700 × 600 mm |
Scanning area (far) | - |
Hardware |
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Dimensions | 203 × 80 × 44 mm |
Weight | 0.57 kg |
Features |
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Texture/Colors | - |
Wireless | - |
Robotic arm | - |
Enclosed | - |
Connectivity |
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USB | |
Wifi | - |
Bluetooth | - |
SD card | - |
Ethernet | - |
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