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Plunked down the cash last year for a laser scanner. More ways than one to skin a cat but this thing has big potential. I have an amazing amount of time in this project so far, much of it learning how to use the technology. I expect future projects to go faster. It has a place for sure but not for every project. The last pic shows a plastic model which is a mirror image of the original I used as a model. More pics to follow as the project progresses.
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This should be an asset to hammer doubles and other special parts, Thank you for sharing
Mike
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Keep us posted. Looks like the way to make some of the really hard to make bits and pieces for one-off guns Way to go!!!
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Most interesting. So can you obtain a complete modell in one scan or multiple scans? Also, did you print it w/ a 3 D printer?
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Raimey, a small item can be placed on a turntable that is tied to the scanner and multiple scans can be done in one session creating the complete model. To create a model that is a dumb solid, or not editable, it is a relatively easy task. I had several working surfaces that I wanted to be able to edit and that becomes a substantial amount of computer time. I did not 3d print the part but am considering buying a 3d printer as I think one could be a valuable tool when prototyping.
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That's also similar to a scanner that is now used as a survey tool like say a Faro 3D scanner. So what is the individual file size & how do you stitch the scans together. Do you utilize a program like Pix4D?
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Steve, how did you "print" the part?
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Justin, The plastic model was cut on a CNC mill, it was not printed. I do not currently have a 3d printer. Steve
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Good stuff Steve. I've always wondered when some firearm knowledgable machine shop will accept electronic files so that all the gunsmith or hobbyist would need is the scanner to have a part roughed out and dropped in the mail. I'd think someone could easily modify a scan to add back worn or broken surfaces before the new piece is machined. I've also wondered if a 3D printing or plastic model could be invested to make a casting if that was a preferred route. I'd think a program could add predicatble compensation for shrinkage. I'll watch for your updates.
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Craig, Small edits to the scan data are easy to do. It is adding editable features to a CAD program that really takes time. You certainly can scale items up once you have an editable feature in order to compensate for shrinkage if you wanted to make a mold. Options are endless. The trick will be cranking out a usable product at a reasonable price. Steve
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