MetraSCAN | 3D Scanner
Bring industry-grade metrology designed for manufacturing into your classroom!
The MetraSCAN 3D is a portable optical coordinate measuring system combining the accuracy of traditional CMMs with the flexibility of handheld 3D scanning. Designed for real-world manufacturing applications, this 3D scanner is suitable for a variety of materials, including reflective and metallic components, allowing it to scan large-scale items such as automotive and aerospace parts. With 0.025 mm accuracy, 15 blue laser crosses, and the C-Track dynamic referencing system, students gain hands-on experience with production-grade quality control and dimensional inspection used across modern manufacturing.
The MetraSCAN 3D BLACK+ Elite is a portable optical CMM scanner designed to bring production-grade metrology capabilities into advanced educational and technical training environments. Unlike traditional CMMs requiring controlled environments, this system thrives on the shop floor—maintaining 0.025 mm accuracy despite vibrations, part movement, and environmental instability. The C-Track optical tracker enables dynamic referencing, meaning the scanner, part, and tracker can all move during measurement while maintaining accuracy. The scanner projects 15 blue laser crosses at 1.8 million measurements per second for rapid data acquisition. The Automatic Volume Extension (AVE) feature allows scanning of large parts up to 16.6 m³ without leapfrogging by simply moving the C-Track. When paired with the optional HandyPROBE Next+, the system combines 3D scanning and precision probing for complete dimensional inspection workflows. The included VXelements software provides integrated tools for scan-to-CAD, dimensional inspection, and quality control reporting. Each system is ISO 17025 certified with traceable documentation. Perfect for postsecondary manufacturing programs, quality control training, and advanced engineering education.
Features:
- Metrology-grade accuracy of 0.025 mm (0.0009 in)
- Measurement rate of 1,800,000 points per second
- 15 blue laser crosses for rapid large-area scanning
- C-Track optical tracker enables dynamic referencing during measurement
- Automatic Volume Extension (AVE) for large parts up to 16.6 m³
- Works in production environments—immune to vibrations and instability
- Optional HandyPROBE Next+ integration for scanning and probing
- Real-time mesh generation with live visualization
- 360° magnetic targets with automatic detection
- Setup assistance and troubleshooting tools for non-experts
- ISO 17025 certified with personalized calibration documentation
- Includes VXelements software suite (VXscan, VXinspect, VXmodel)
Optical CMM Technology
Understand how optical coordinate measuring machines combine laser scanning with photogrammetry tracking to achieve production-grade accuracy in flexible environments.
Dynamic Referencing Systems
Learn advanced measurement techniques where scanners, parts, and tracking systems can move during data acquisition while maintaining dimensional accuracy.
Production Quality Control
Master real-world quality assurance workflows, including first article inspection, in-process verification, and dimensional validation against CAD specifications.
Blue Laser Metrology
Explore how blue laser technology enables high-resolution scanning of challenging surfaces, including shiny, reflective, and complex geometries.
Large Part Measurement
Develop strategies for inspecting oversized components using Automatic Volume Extension without traditional CMM size limitations or leapfrogging requirements.
Integrated Scanning & Probing
Learn how combining surface scanning with precision touch-probe measurements creates complete inspection workflows for complex manufacturing validation.
Shop Floor Metrology
Understand how modern measurement systems overcome environmental challenges like vibrations, temperature fluctuations, and part movement in production settings.
Dimensional Inspection Workflows
Build proficiency with professional software for scan-to-CAD comparison, GD&T analysis, inspection reporting, and manufacturing quality documentation.
MetraSCAN Product Details
- Accuracy: 0.025 mm (0.0009 in)
- Volumetric Accuracy (9.1 m³): 0.064 mm (0.0025 in)
- Volumetric Accuracy (16.6 m³): 0.078 mm (0.0031 in)
- Automatic Volume Extension Accuracy: 0.025 mm + 0.015 mm/m (0.0009 in + 0.00018 in/ft)
- Measurement Rate: 1,800,000 measurements/second
- Measurement Resolution: 0.025 mm (0.0009 in)
- Light Source: 15 blue laser crosses
- Form Error (Sphere): 0.025 mm (0.0009 in)
- Form Error (Flat): 0.045 mm (0.0018 in)
- Probing Accuracy (with HandyPROBE Next+): 0.025 mm (0.0009 in)
- Measurement Capabilities: Pin 0.750 mm, Hole 1.250 mm, Step 0.050 mm, Wall 0.500 mm
- Scanner Dimensions: 289 x 235 x 296 mm (11.4 x 9.3 x 11.7 in)
- C-Track Dimensions: 1031 x 181 x 148 mm (40.6 x 7.1 x 5.8 in)
- Certification: ISO 17025 accredited, VDI/VDE 2634 Part 3, ISO 10360 compliant
- Software: VXelements (includes VXscan, VXinspect, VXmodel, Pipeline, Automation)
- Setup Time: Less than 5 minutes
Educational Solutions Suite
Which 3D Scanner is right for you? With Creaforms’ lineup of academic solutions, find your perfect fit.
From small-scale scanning for art restoration and color to large-scale trains and aerospace components, they’ve packed reliability and precision into portable 3D scanners for every application.
Full Software Suite
The Creaform Metrology Suite provides specialized software modules tailored for various metrology tasks, including reverse engineering, inspection, automation, and dynamic tracking. Included in the software suite:
- Scan-to-CAD Module: Transfers scanned data directly into CAD platforms
- Inspection Module: For dimensional analysis and quality control workflows
- Automation Module: Simplifies programming for automated inspection routines
- Dynamic Tracking Module: Enables real-time position tracking of multiple objects
Together, these modules let you tailor coursework to your program’s needs while students practice on industry-standard tools across multiple technical fields.
Creaform.OS
Creaform.OS is the integration software connecting hardware and software seamlessly during data acquisition. Built-in onboarding tools and embedded training content allow students to learn independently, reducing instructor workload, while workflow-oriented interfaces guide users through each scanning step. Students gain hands-on experience with professional-grade software that mirrors real industry workflows.
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3D Scanning Applications
Creaform’s 3D measurement technologies have been included in a growing number of higher education curricula and research projects. Here are just some of the fields in which Creaform has helped research teams make important discoveries.
Engineering and Manufacturing
Equip students to reverse engineer components, inspect tolerances, and build digital twins by comparing scanned parts against CAD models, developing real-world skills in quality control and design iteration.
Industrial Maintenance and Metrology
Prepare technicians for industry-standard inspection workflows using Creaform’s tools to execute complete QA/QC processes with GD&T standards and real-world tolerance requirements.
Digital Design and CAD/CAM
Enable students to digitize physical prototypes, fixtures, and handmade models for direct integration into CAD software, bridging hands-on fabrication with digital design and manufacturing.
Biomedical and Veterinary Science
Support emerging applications in prosthetics, orthotics, and animal health by scanning anatomical structures for custom device design, fit analysis, and clinical study.
Art and Historical Preservation
Digitally capture artifacts, sculptures, and more for preservation, reproduction, and immersive study, ideal for museum collaborations and cross-disciplinary projects.
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