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Sep 2016

If you need a really functioning part with high accuracy you need to design and then print it. Scanned models are not the exact size of your parts nor have that much detail. For a statue it’s fine to be scanned and 3d printed but for parts that can be actually used nope! specially for small and complicated parts that may have inner structures that cannot be scanned. It totally depends on your parts and their shapes. Also the material that they are made of, what is it? plastic, metal, glass?

Hi Brandon - where are you based?

We are a London based hub which has an ultra high res 3d scanner.

Thanks,

James

Hi @Brandon_21 I’d echo @shahramrobotics in saying that you might want to look at 3D modellers rather than scanners. Scanners are great where you have a complex artistic/organic shape that would be difficult to model, but if you’re talking about mechanical parts of some kind, it’s likely they could be modelled by an experienced modeller and you’d end up with a much better object to print. What sort of “vintage parts” are you looking to reproduce?

Mr. Brandon,

CG hub offers lower than competitive rates on printing, scanning, machining, and manufacturing engineering consulting. My business is called G. Machine and I would be more than happy to give you a free quote for any service I offer. You can find me on the hub or contact me through email at chrisg@g-machine.net and gmachine24@gmail.com.

Have a good day,

Chris G

Like others stated, this is way cheaper and easier to model than scan and clean. But I should warn you that these are not suitable for 3d prints due to the size, cost, and plastic will not be as strong as metal. You should check into CNC milling services for replica.

I offer modeling service in SF Bay area, as well as printing and cnc milling.