Description
The Shining 3D Freescan Combo+ Handheld 3D Scanner is a compact and lightweight handheld 3D scanner with a dual light source, ensuring highly accurate results and fast speed in different 3D scanning scenarios.
Combining blue laser and infrared VCSEL technologies, the Shining 3D Freescan Combo+ is an addition to the Shining 3D lineup of metrology solutions and can be efficiently used for inspection, reverse engineering, additive manufacturing, and other applications in automotive, aerospace, ship building, machinery, medicine, and other industries.
The powerful Shining 3D Freescan Combo+ packs dual light sources in an ultra-compact shell, measuring just 193 x 63 x 53mm with an accuracy of .02 mm. It’s equipped with both blue laser and infrared VCSEL technology and weigh in at only 620g. This lightweight, handheld Combo + 3D scanner offers four modes: multiple-line scanning, single-line scanning, fine scanning,and infrared scanning. Its multiple-line mode projects up to 50 laser lines and scans at speeds of up to3,600,000 points/sec.
The Shining 3D Freescan Combo+ efficiencently, combines hybrid technology, wide FOV, and material adaptability,making it highly versatile. From inspection, reverse engineering, and product design to additive manufacturing and other demanding applications, the FreeScan Combo + can easily handle a wide range of use cases.
4 Scanning Modes – Multiple Scan Choices
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- 50 laser lines for global scanning;
- 7 parallel blue laser lines for fine scanning details;
- 1 single blue laser line to obtain deep hole data;
- Infrared light source scanning fast and without markers
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| Main features | Combo | Combo+ |
| Cross blue laser lines | 26 (13 x2) | 50 (25 x2) |
| Scanning speed | 1,860,000 points/s (laser scan) / 2,250,000 points/s (IR scan) | up to 3,600,600 points/s |
Scan accuracy
The FreeScan Combo+ provides metrology-grade accuracy that can achieve 0.02 mm in laser scanning mode with the volumetric accuracy of 0.02 + 0.033 mm/m. The scanner generates a point cloud with a point distance of 0.05–3 mm while using the blue laser light, and 0.1–3 mm in the IR scanning mode, creating highly precise, detailed scans suitable for professional use.
Scanning modes
To optimize the scanning process and increase its efficiency, the user can choose between four available scan modes.
Scanning with the blue laser light source can be performed in one of the three modes: multi-line scan with 50 crossed laser lines for scanning large objects (compared to 26 laser lines for the original FreeScan Combo model), single-line scan with a single laser line and optimized lens angle for deep hole scanning, and parallel-line scan using 7 laser lines for scanning smaller areas with a high level of detail.
The multi-line scanning mode allows for efficient scanning of dark and reflective surfaces. For better results, it is recommended to enable the Reflective option. All the three laser modes require markers for data alignment. The user can select the resolution, choosing between high, medium, and low levels.
The fourth scanning mode employs the IR VCSEL technology and can be used for both portrait and object scanning. The Portrait mode includes Hair mode for better hair capturing, although it increases the overall noise level. Both Portrait and Object modes allow selecting the required resolution, while in the Object mode, the user can also choose between different alignment methods: feature, hybrid (geometry + markers), texture, and global markers alignment. Choosing the feature alignment mode allows the user to scan without markers to speed up the preparation and scanning process.
Scan volume
The recommended working distance for the FreeScan Combo+ is 300 mm. While scanning in the IR mode, the user can adjust the working distance in the range of 160–1400 mm for the Portrait mode, and 160–600 mm for the Object mode. The maximum field of view of the scanner is 520 x 510 mm in the laser scan mode, and 600 x 600 mm in the IR mode.
Scanner controls
Control buttons are located on the top back side of the scanner. There are power and scanning distance indicators, the latter showing if the scanner is too far or too close to the object. The Scanning button in the center allows switching between preview, scan, and pause functions, while double-clicking calls out the menu screen. A long press allows the user to switch the light source. There are also buttons to adjust camera brightness and zoom buttons around the Scanning button.
Before the first use, the user needs to connect the scanner to the PC via a supplied aviation cable, and calibrate the device using the calibration board that comes with the scanner.
Software
The Shining 3D FreeScan Combo+ works with the proprietary FreeScan software which is an all-in-one solution for the whole scanning process, starting with calibrating the scanner to advanced mesh editing functions and measurement options.
The scanned data can be saved in OBJ, STL, PLY, P3, ASC, and 3MF file formats and directly imported into third-party software such as Geomagic Control X, Verisurf, Einsense Q, Geomagic Design X, Geomagic Essentials, and Solid Edge SHINING 3D Edition.
Shining 3D Freescan Combo+ Specification
| Certifications | CE, FCC, ROHS, WEEE, KC, FDA, UKCA, IP50 |
| Supported OS | Windows 10/11 64-bit |
| Interface | USB 3.0 |
| Laser class | Class II (eye-safe) |
| Light Source | Blue laser / Infrared VCSEL |
| Max. FOV | 520 x 510 mm (laser scan) / 600 x 600 mm (IR scan) |
| Output formats | OBJ, STL, PLY, P3, ASC, 3MF |
| Point distance | 0.05–3 mm (0.01–0.04 mm in partial-HD mode; 0.1–3 mm in IR mode) |
| Power input | 12V, 5.0A |
| Recommended computer configuration | CPU: Intel Core i7-10700, RAM: 32 GB, Graphics card: NVIDIA GTX / RTX series, GeForce RTX 3060 or above, VRAM: 6 GB or above |
| Scan accuracy | Up to 0.02 mm |
| Scan depth | 360 mm (laser scan) / 200–1240 mm (IR scan) |
| Scan speed | 120FPS+; 3,600,600 points/s |
| Scanner dimensions | 193 x 63 x 53 mm |
| Scanner weight | 620 g |
| Volumetric accuracy | 0.02 + 0.033 mm/m |
| Working distance | 300 mm (200 mm in Fine scan mode) |
| Working humidity | 10–90% |
| Working Temperature | -20–40 °C |
Recommended System Configuration
| CPU | Minimum：Intel® Core™ i7-8700F Recommend：Intel® Core™ i7-10700 or higher |
| Memory | Minimum：16GB Recommend：32GB |
| Hard Drive | Minimum：256GB SSD Recommend：2TB SSD |
| Graphic Card (GPU) | NVIDIA GTX/RTX series cards, higher or equal to GeForce RTX 3060; |
| Operating System | Windows 10/11 Professional (64-bit) |
Shining 3D Freescan Combo+ Included
- Shining 3D FreeScan Combo+ 3D scanner
- Calibration board
- Markers
- Wrist strap
- USB dongle
- Power adaptor (12V / 5A)
- Power cable
- Aviation cable
- User manual
