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DotProduct Blog

how to build your own custom handheld 3d scanning kit

8/26/2020

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Customize the right 3D scanner for your needs! With the hardware and software options continuing to grow, it's time for a review of the step-by-step process to set up your ideal kit:

1. Choose your tablet / phone:
The first step is to select a tablet or phone for use with your 3D scanning hardware and software. If you already own a compatible device, you're one step ahead! Just please make sure that your device meets all the minimum specs required, including a USB 3.0+ port.
Surface Go 2
Microsoft Surface Go 3
Windows OS
DPI-10/SR compatible
​≈ $500-$800 USD
Samsung Galaxy Tab S6
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8
Android OS
Tab S6 and S7 also compatible
​≈ $650-$800 USD
Android Phones
Android Phones
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Android OS
Samsung, Google, Motorola, etc.
≈ $300-$1600 USD
Surface Pro
Microsoft Surface Pro
& other windows tablets

Windows OS
≈ $800-$3000 USD
DT301X
Rugged Tablets
 Zebra, DT Research, MobileDemand, Panasonic, etc.
≈ $1000-5000
Other Devices
Other Compatible Devices
Meeting Minimum Requirements
Windows or Android OS
≈ $500-3000

2. Choose your 3D depth camera (or multiple!):
Each option offers unique benefits in terms of accuracy, price, range, daylight capability, size, compatibility, etc., so often times it may make sense to equip a kit with multiple cameras. Please click here for a more in-depth list of all the currently supported offerings.
DPI-10
DPI-10 / DPI-X Kit
(2-12 ft range)
Most versatile option (indoors)
$2500 / $995 USD
DPI-10SR
DPI-10SR / DPI-XSR Kit
(1-6 ft range)
Closest range option (indoors)
​$2500 / $995 USD
D455
Depth Camera D455
(Intel® RealSense™)
​Wide FOV, daylight capable
$795 USD (DP-calibrated kit)
(or $419 uncalibrated from Intel)
D415
Depth Camera D415
(Intel® RealSense™)
Daylight capable, affordable
​≈ $272 USD
(uncalibrated from Intel)
D435
Depth Camera D435 / D435i
(Intel® RealSense™)
Supported but not recommended
​≈ $314-$345 USD
(uncalibrated from Intel)

3. Choose your 3D scanning app:
In our humble opinion, the most important part! Activate Dot3D Pro, X, or Lite on your tablet/phone to complete the package and enable instant 3D capture and editing capabilities. Please click here to download Dot3D, and here to subscribe to your preferred version.
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Dot3D™​ Pro
Complete, professional appliation with all exports
$995 USD / year
$2495 USD perpetual
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Dot3D™​ X
Fully-featured 3D capture, measurement, & editing within Dot3D only
$395 USD / year
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Dot3D™​ Lite
Affordable entry-level solution for smaller projects
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Limited features & exports
$245 USD / year
CLICK HERE TO COMPARE THE Options

4. Consider any applicable accessories and add-ons:
You may also want to consider some of the following optional accessories for scanning in the dark, extended reach, data processing, 3D meshing, scale bar targeting, rugged protection, etc.
Mounting Kit
RealSense™ Mounting Kit
Included with RealSense™ kits purchased from DotProduct
$30 USD
Light Kit
DPI Light Kit
Capture shadowless, full color data in dark/dim environments
$225 USD
Extension Kit
DPI Extension Kit
Extends sensor up to 15 ft
Now compatible with all kits

$300 USD
Dot3D Edit
Dot3D™​ Edit
Edit-only version of Dot3D intended for desktops/laptops
Windows or Android OS
$120/yr or $300 triennial
Pointfuse for DP
Pointfuse for DP
Windows app for converting DP scans to lightweight 3D meshes
Windows 10 OS
≈ $950 USD / yr
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iOgrapher Multi Case
Lightweight, two-handle phone case and stabilizer for holding phone and mounting 3D camera
≈ $60 USD
AccuScale-DP
AccuScale-DP Scale Bar Kit
Calibrated targeting kit from Brunson Instrument Company
≈ $3135 USD
Surface Go Case
Rugged Tablet/Phone Cases
Protective cases and/or mounting cases for your tablet/phone
​≈ $30-$100 USD
Dot3D View
Dot3D™​ View
Free, view-only version of Dot3D
Windows or Android OS
FREE

In summary, you now have all the options at your disposal! Get up and running on a compatible device for as low as $500 with a D415 and Dot3D Lite, purchase a complete DPI-10 Kit with a perpetual license and tablet included for only $5795, or explore the many options in between to assemble the ideal kit for your projects. We expect to see continued evolution of these offerings and more, so please stay tuned for updates to this guide, as well as a new video series outlining the steps to assemble your kit on a variety of platforms.
9 Comments
Jason Hablous link
8/31/2020 07:35:55 pm

Hey do you have a sales rep in New Zealand I can be put in contact with?

Cheers
Jason

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DotProduct link
9/1/2020 02:04:39 pm

Hi Jason,

Absolutely, please see here: www.dotproduct3d.com/resellers.
If you need further support, please do not hesitate to also contact us directly for assistance: www.dotproduct3d.com/contact

-The DotProduct Team-

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Monica
11/1/2020 04:04:07 pm

Hi,

At the beginning of this blog the 4th image shows a RealSense camera mounted to the back of the tablet. How was that achieved?

Thanks,
Monica

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DotProduct link
11/2/2020 10:56:51 am

Hi Monica, This is a magnetic mounting kit included with all RealSense kits ordered from DotProduct. The mounting kit may also be purchased separately if you already have a RealSense. Please contact [email protected] for a quote for either option.

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DotProduct link
11/2/2020 10:58:21 am

Note this kit is also shown under section 4 of the blog.

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knowledgesourcing link
1/6/2021 07:24:33 am

Thanks, your write up is really insightful nice and helpful content. Thanks for sharing a helpful article with us.

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5/12/2022 08:39:07 am

In order to scan an object and get a high-quality 3D model, it is necessary to use a modern 3D scanner. The choice of scanners on the market at the moment is quite wide, which allows you to get 3D models of objects of different sizes.

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Alberto Brigati
7/14/2022 03:10:36 am

Hi, did you know how integrate stereo camera whit lidar scanner? thank you

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Kelowna Mistress link
5/9/2024 10:31:20 pm

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