About This Service
Professional 3D scanning services using metrology-grade equipment. We capture precise 3D data for reverse engineering, quality inspection, and digital archiving. Output in STL, STEP, OBJ, and other CAD-compatible formats.
Interested in this service? Get in touch with our team to discuss your project requirements and receive a detailed quote. You can also browse our shop for ready-made files and models. Check out our blog for guides and tips related to 3d scanning.
Our 3D Scanning Equipment
We use the Shining 3D FreeScan Combo+ handheld 3D scanner, one of the most capable portable scanners available. It captures data at 3.6 million points per second using 50 parallel blue laser lines plus infrared VCSEL for tracking, achieving volumetric accuracy of 0.02mm (20 microns). This level of accuracy is suitable for reverse engineering, quality inspection, and dimensional verification of precision components. The scanner is portable, meaning we can scan parts in-situ at your workshop or vehicle — ideal for engine bays, dashboards, and components that cannot be easily removed. We deliver STL and OBJ mesh files as standard, and can convert scans to solid STEP models in Fusion 360 for an additional fee.
What We Scan
Our 3D scanning service covers a broad range of applications. Automotive customers use it to scan engine bays for turbo manifold fabrication, gearbox bellhousings for adapter plate design, and legacy parts that no longer have engineering drawings. Industrial clients scan worn or damaged components for reverse engineering and replacement manufacturing. We also perform quality inspection scanning, where a part is scanned and compared against the original CAD model to verify dimensional accuracy. From small fittings and gears through to full vehicle engine bays and chassis sections, our scanner handles objects of virtually any size by stitching multiple scan passes together. We operate from Jimboomba and serve the greater Brisbane, Logan, and Gold Coast regions.
Scan to CAD Workflow
The typical workflow begins with the physical scan, where we capture the full geometry of your part or assembly as a high-density point cloud. This raw data is processed into a clean triangulated mesh (STL or OBJ). For many applications, the mesh file is all you need — it can be used directly for 3D printing, visual reference, or dimensional measurement. If you need a parametric CAD model for machining or further design work, we convert the mesh to a solid BREP model in Fusion 360. This involves surfacing over the scanned geometry to produce clean, editable STEP files. For a walkthrough of the conversion process, see our blog posts on converting 3D scans to BREP in Fusion 360 at jdlinnovations.au/blog/convert-3d-scan-to-brep-fusion-360 and converting scans to STEP at jdlinnovations.au/blog/convert-3d-scan-to-step-fusion-360.
Need a Part 3D Scanned?
Whether you need reverse engineering, quality inspection, or a digital copy of an existing component, our high-accuracy FreeScan Combo+ captures geometry down to 0.02mm. We deliver STL/OBJ mesh files and can convert scans to solid STEP models in Fusion 360.
Frequently Asked Questions
What accuracy does your 3D scanner achieve?
We use a Shining 3D FreeScan Combo+ with accuracy up to 0.02mm (20 microns). It captures 3.6 million points per second using 50 blue laser lines plus infrared VCSEL. Highly capable for reverse engineering, fitment verification, and quality inspection.
What file formats do you deliver?
STL and OBJ mesh files. We can also convert scans to solid STEP models in Fusion 360 for an additional fee. See our blog post on converting scans to STEP.
Can you scan installed/in-situ parts?
Yes, we offer mobile scanning for engine bays, dashboards, chassis, and other components that can’t be easily removed. Contact us to discuss your project.
How large an object can you scan?
From small fittings up to full vehicle engine bays and chassis sections. Multiple scans are stitched together for larger objects.