A light-colored bell housing for an automotive transmission is scanned with a red laser-light hand-held 3D scanner. A laptop in the background shows the 3D model of the scan being generated in real time.

3D Scanning Services at Starter Design

Starter Design uses 3D Scanning to capture the surface features of objects with high precision. Our advanced technology creates 3D point clouds, which we convert into STL files for 3D printing or reverse engineering. Whether you’re replicating parts, preserving artifacts, or optimizing designs, our 3D scanning services provide exceptional accuracy and flexibility.

Why Choose 3D Scanning for Part Replication?

  • Discontinued Parts: Replicate parts no longer manufactured by scanning an original, ensuring availability for continued use.
  • Broken or Compromised Parts: Recreate damaged or worn-out components by scanning what remains and restoring the original structure digitally.

  • Preservation: Preserve historically significant models or artifacts by creating digital replicas for future generations.
Two pale colored fence post caps are shown next to each other. The post cap on the left is the original. The post cap on the right is the 3D scanned and 3D printed replica.
Two pale fence post caps are shown side by side. The left is the original, and the right is a 3D scanned and 3D printed replica, demonstrating the high accuracy and detail achievable with 3D scanning and printing.

Real-World Examples

  • Discontinued Automotive Part: A car enthusiast needs a replacement for a discontinued part. 3D scanning allows replication of the original for continued use.
  • Broken Machine Component: A critical industrial machine part breaks, and 3D scanning creates an exact digital replica for re-manufacturing.
  • Artifact Preservation: An ancient artifact requires digital preservation. Scanning captures every detail for conservation and possible reproduction.

How Does 3D Scanning Work?

3D Scanning uses structured light patterns to detect and map surface features, creating a detailed point cloud. This data converts into an STL file, ready for 3D printing or modification. It excels in recreating complex organic shapes and objects that are hard to draw manually, making it ideal for artistic and historic applications.

Our Scanning Capabilities

  • Technology: Structured White Light Scanning.
  • Supported Surfaces: Translucent, black, and metallic objects.
  • Accuracy: ≤0.05 mm
  • Scan Volumes: 30 x 30 x 30 mm (minimum) to 1200 x 1200 x 1200 mm (maximum).
  • Additional Features: Texture and color support, post-processing, mesh finishing, and repair.

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Get Started with 3D Scanning

From replicating complex parts to preserving artifacts, Starter Design’s 3D Scanning Services provide high precision and flexibility. Contact us today to discuss your project and get a custom quote.

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