{"id":285,"date":"2024-01-18T09:00:07","date_gmt":"2024-01-18T08:00:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.3dnatives.com\/en\/?p=285"},"modified":"2024-11-07T09:37:26","modified_gmt":"2024-11-07T08:37:26","slug":"top-10-low-cost-3d-scanners280320174","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.3dnatives.com\/en\/top-10-low-cost-3d-scanners280320174\/","title":{"rendered":"The Top Low-Cost 3D Scanners on the Market in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"

3D scanning<\/a> is often used in the <\/span><\/span>additive manufacturing<\/span><\/span><\/a> (AM) sector to design a 3D model more easily than via <\/span><\/span>modeling software<\/span><\/span><\/a>. It captures data that is then transformed into a 3D model that can then be 3D printed. <\/span>3D scanners <\/span>use<\/span> on<\/span>e of<\/span> two main technologies \u2013 laser triangulation and structured light \u2013 <\/span>and solutions <\/span>offer <\/span>various levels<\/span> of resolution<\/span>, <\/span>result<\/span>ing in <\/span>d<\/span>iffering levels<\/span> of preciseness for <\/span>fine details<\/span>.<\/span> Many<\/span> affordable solutions<\/span> are available today<\/span> (compared to <\/span><\/span>professional scanners<\/span><\/span><\/a> which are much more expensive)<\/span>, with many different cheap but still effective solutions<\/span> allowing <\/span>users to bring their projects to life<\/span>. W<\/span>hether <\/span>a maker<\/span>, a <\/span>teacher<\/span> or an industry leader, <\/span>on<\/span>e<\/span> of these <\/span>low cost<\/span> 3D scanners <\/span>is<\/span> bound to suit your needs! Easy to handle and transport, we have chosen some<\/span> of the top <\/span>3D scanners<\/span> that are available for<\/span> under $8,000 (\u20ac7,000), sorted by increasing price.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

3D Scanner 2.0 from XYZprinting<\/span><\/p>\n

Taiwanese manufacturer, XYZprinting, currently offers 5 scanners, though today we will focus on one of their more low cost 3D scanners, the portable and high-resolution 3D Scanner 2.0. With a wider scanning range than its younger sibling the 1.0 A, the scanner can scan objects that are 5 x 5 x 5 ~ 100 x 100 x 200 cm using an Intel\u00ae RealSense\u2122 Camera. The scan resolution is also superior to the 1.0A, between 0.2 and 1.5 mm, with an operating range ranging from 25 to 60 cm. The manufacturer also provides XYZScan Handy, a scanning and post-editing software to edit your models after scanning. The product is lightweight, measuring 41 x 157 x 61 mm, with a weight of 238 g. It is available from \u20ac199 or $316.<\/p>

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Creality CR-Scan Ferret<\/h3>\n

You probably know the manufacturer Creality for its accessible, easy-to-use 3D printers. The brand has also developed a range of 3D scanners, some of which are very easy to use and carry. Such is the case with the CR-Scan Ferret, one of Creality’s low cost, portable 3D scanners that can be carried in a bag, thanks to its weight of only 105 grams. It offers accuracy down to 0.1 mm and 3D resolution up to 0.16 mm. Its range is 560 x 820 mm, enabling it to scan medium to large objects. At just $349, it’s a practical 3D scanner capable of exporting STL, OBJ and PLY files for 3D printing!<\/p>\n

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The Mole 3D Low Cost Scanner From 3DMakerPro<\/h3>\n

3DMakerPro, part of Chinese tech giant Shenzhen Jimuyida Technology Co., Ltd, has made a name for itself among 3D scanner manufacturers thanks to its advanced technology at a low price. In this ranking of low cost 3D scanners, we will focus specifically on its MOLE 3D scanner, a small handheld scanner with incredible accuracy and resolution of 0.05 mm and 0.1 mm respectively. In addition, its NIR light allows facial scanning without being harmful to the target’s eyes. Another advantage of this NIR light is that thanks to it, the MOLE 3D can scan in the dark without major problems. As if this were not enough, this small scanner is capable of scanning textures and colors with an impressive accuracy, being able to scan sneakers and differentiate their colors and fabrics. Finally, we would like to mention its comfortable grip and stabilizer, which allow you to scan for a long time without getting tired and without imperfections due to arm movement or trembling. You can get this impressive scanner starting at $649.<\/p>\n