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MetraSCAN 3D-R right side
MetraSCAN 3D-R with 69 laser lines

Speed

The MetraSCAN 3D-R enables the measurement of hundreds of parts per day. Perfect for at-line inspection in mass production, it brings quality control as close to the part as possible. From easy integration to quick and simple installation, the MetraSCAN 3D-R helps you speed up your automated quality control processes—and accelerate your time to market.


High measurement rate
Up to 3,000,000 measurements/second for short cycle times


Fast measurement speed
Regardless of surfaces, trims, and geometric features


High-density scanning area
69 laser lines

MetraSCAN 3D-R scanning details

Accuracy and resolution

Due to its metrology-grade accuracy, repeatability, and resolution, the MetraSCAN 3D-R delivers high-quality results, whether on surfaces, trims or geometric features. The MetraSCAN 3D-R is free from rigid measurement setups, making it a 3D scanner engineered for industrial automation in shop-floor conditions. Thanks to the C‑Track optical tracker that enables dynamic referencing, both the 3D scanner and the part can move during inspection—maintaining part alignment as well as measurement accuracy and reliability.

Shop-floor accuracy with dynamic referencing
0.025 mm (0.0009 in) in shop-floor conditions, regardless of instabilities, vibrations, and thermal variations


Reliable acceptance tests
Based on VDI/VDE 2634 Part 3 standard
Based on ISO 10360 standard
ISO/IEC 17025: 2017 accredited laboratory


Volumetric accuracy
0.078 mm (0.0031 in)


High resolution
0.015 mm (0.0006 in)

MetraSCAN 3D-R scanning shiny surfaces

Versatility

Combining the power of optical and blue laser technologies, the MetraSCAN 3D-R has the capability to generate highly efficient 3D scans on shiny surfaces or on objects with variations in reflectivity as well as measure various part sizes and different surface geometries. The MetraSCAN 3D-R is available as a custom solution with an industrial robot or as a completely turnkey measuring solution with Creaform's CUBE-R.

Blue laser technology
Ideal for shiny and reflective surfaces


Configurable and customizable portfolio
16 configurations


Large part-size range
Perfect for various part sizes and geometries


Custom integration possible

Man using CUBE-R to scan part

Operational simplicity

Due to its operational simplicity, compatibility with metrology software, and off-line programming, the MetraSCAN 3D-R is accessible to all, regardless of users' level of expertise or experience. The user interface makes it simple for operators, who are non-experts in robotics or metrology, to measure parts regardless of size, shape, or complexity. Once the measurements are completed, quality control engineers can focus on analyzing and reviewing the results, which are high added-value tasks.

Accessibility to shop-floor operators
No expertise in robotics nor metrology required


Supported robots
Compatible with industrial and collaborative robots


Software independence
Compatible with metrology software


Digital twin environment
VXscan-R scanning intelligence and robot path programming

Looking for a custom or a turnkey solution for automated quality control?

The MetraSCAN 3D-R and CUBE-R deliver unmatched results across the board.

MetraSCAN 3D-R

Robot-Mounted optical CMM scanners for automated quality control
MetraSCAN 3D-R with 69 laser lines

MetraSCAN-R BLACK|Elite

Best 3D scanner for parts with a lot of surfaces

The MetraSCAN-R BLACK™|Elite takes 3D scanning to the next level. It incorporates 45 laser lines in a large field of view for fast data acquisition times. The MetraSCAN-R BLACK|Elite is perfect for components with lots of geometries, varying types of materials and finishes, including big castings, large automotive and heavy industries parts or any other complex components or assemblies.

Light source
45 laser lines


Measurement rate
1,800,000 measurements/s


Scanning area
310 x 350 mm (12.2 x 13.8 in)

MetraSCAN 3D-R scanning details

MetraSCAN-R BLACK|Elite HD

Best 3D scanner for parts with many edges, trims, and boundaries

Based on the same high-performance technology as the MetraSCAN-R BLACK|Elite, the MetraSCAN-R BLACK™|Elite HD features increased resolution to even better address the needs of the automotive market. Designed with an optimized field of view, the MetraSCAN-R BLACK|Elite HD offers increased performance levels in terms of speed and repeatability for challenging applications,such as 3D measurements on sheet metal parts.

Light source
69 laser lines


Measurement rate
3,000,000 measurements/s


Scanning area
190 x 170 mm (7.5 x 6.7 in)

Discover our solutions for your automated quality control

Different configurations to answer your needs
CUBE-R scanning truck hood

CUBE-R

The complete turnkey solution for automated quality control

The CUBE-R leverages the power of the MetraSCAN 3D-R in a high-productivity measuring cell ready to be installed into the manufacturing process. Its robust design is adapted to industrial environments and optimized for shop-floor inspections. VXscan-R’s easy-to-use interface maximizes automatic inspections and minimizes interactions with operators.

Easy to use


Robust design


Optional asset protection


Operating with VXscan-R

Our CUBE-R solutions

Different configurations to fit your needs

The CUBE-R is offered in different configurations depending on the level of integration required for the measuring cell. Custom layouts of the CUBE-R components are also available to fit your specific needs in terms of dimensions and security. Whether designed around an industrial or a collaborative robot, all custom layouts are compatible with VXscan-R.
CUBE-R — Light curtain
CUBE-R layout with light curtain
CUBE-R — Mesh and light curtain
CUBE-R layout with mesh and light curtain
CUBE-R — Module
CUBE-R layout module
CUBE-R — Custom layout
CUBE-R Custom layouts

Integrated solutions featuring the MetraSCAN 3D-R

3D scanning CMM adaptable to inspection needs, industry specificities and manufacturing processes. Compatible with robots of any brand and model it is the perfect solution for robot system integrators.
  • Designed for users taking their first steps into automation, this turnkey solution features the MetraSCAN 3D-R mounted on a collaborative robot (Cobot). It addresses the specific needs of small and medium businesses looking for simple robotic deployment. Ideal for a metrology lab where space is limited, the automated measuring system does not require a safety enclosure, which also makes it a more affordable solution.

    • Easy to install, simple to deploy
    • Light & compact design
    • Safe for users
    • Supported by VXscan-R

    Cobot installation and layout optimization: Creaform also offers its expertise for the installation of cobots and ensures the optimization of custom layouts, from ultra-specific laboratory inspection to fully automated robot-assisted quality control.
  • Free from a rigid measurement setup, the MetraSCAN 3D-R is engineered for industrial automation in shop-floor conditions. The powerful, innovative optical CMM scanner can bemounted onto any industrial robot and addresses all types of integration projects produced incollaboration with system integrators

    • Maximized productivity and throughput
    • Increased reach (bigger part size range)
    • Rugged design

VXelements™
software suite

3D scanning software

VXelements™

The MetraSCAN 3D-R seamlessly operates with VXelements, a fully integrated, user-friendly 3D scanning software platform. VXelements’s range of advanced modules let you leverage all the dimensional information captured by MetraSCAN 3D-R in a simplified, feature-rich data processing environment.
vxelements software screens

VXelements LTS

Take advantage of extended software support for each specific VXelements LTS version.

Offered exclusively for R-Series 3D measurement solutions, VXelements LTS™ (long-term support) is a specialized edition of Creaform's fully integrated 3D software platform. It enables customers to complete their manufacturing program cycles without the need to upgrade to new software versions.

Technical Specifications

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0.025 mm (0.0009 in)
0.064 mm (0.0025 in)
0.025 mm (0.0009 in)
1,800,000 measurements/s
0.025 mm (0.0009 in)
0.064 mm (0.0025 in)
0.015 mm (0.0006 in)
3,000,000 measurements/s

Technical Specifications

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MetraSCAN 3D-R scanning car frame

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