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3D scanners, High-Precision 3D Inspection System, Metrology for quality control
Shining 3D OptimScan-5M Plus Structured-Light 3D Scanner – Blue Light Metrology | 0.005 mm Accuracy
Blue-light structured-light metrology scanner with 0.005 mm single-shot accuracy and three interchangeable working ranges (100/200/400 mm) — a stationary benchtop system for dimensional inspection of small, high-precision parts.
- ✓ Two 5 MP cameras + 1080P blue-LED DLP projector, verified to VDI/VDE 2634 Part 3 in an ISO 17025-certified lab
- ✓ Automatic marker alignment and GREC global-deviation control minimize cumulative error across multi-scan datasets
- ✓ Interchangeable 100/200/400 lens configurations match accuracy and scan area to the part
- ✓ Lead time: 2–4 weeks — configured to order
Price held 7 days after order.
Install + training included
Tailored service plan
What your metrology engineer actually checks
Certified accuracy, traceable to a standard
Single-shot accuracy down to 0.005 mm and point distance to 0.04 mm, verified to VDI/VDE 2634 Part 3 in an ISO 17025-certified lab — fixed, calibrated numbers, not marketing estimates. Automatic marker alignment and the GREC global-deviation-control module hold that accuracy across multi-scan datasets.
An applications engineer on the line
Pre-sale sample scan of your actual parts, post-sale calibration and workflow support — from engineers who run these scanners, not a remote ticket queue. Sub-4h reply, NDA standard. Demo units available before you commit.
About this product
The Shining 3D OptimScan-5M Plus is a stationary, blue-light structured-light metrology scanner that pairs two 5 MP industrial cameras with a 1080P DLP projector to capture small, high-value parts at up to 0.005 mm single-shot accuracy, verified to VDI/VDE 2634 Part 3 in an ISO 17025-certified lab.
Why metrology teams choose the OptimScan-5M Plus
Certified sub-0.01 mm accuracy on small, high-value parts.
Certified sub-0.01 mm accuracy
Single-shot accuracy down to 0.005 mm and point distance to 0.04 mm, verified to VDI/VDE 2634 Part 3 in an ISO 17025-certified lab — fixed, calibrated numbers for QC sign-off, not marketing estimates.
Three lens configurations, one system
Interchangeable 100/200/400 optics trade scan area for resolution: 100 × 75 mm at 0.04 mm point distance up to 400 × 300 mm at 0.16 mm — one system covers small precision parts through mid-size assemblies.
Automatic marker alignment + GREC control
One-click marker alignment and the GREC global-deviation-control module minimize cumulative error across multi-scan datasets; built-in environmental vibration detection flags an unstable setup before it corrupts a scan.
Reflective and glass surfaces
Narrow-band blue LED illumination captures reflective and glass surfaces — including smartphone glass-panel inspection — without full-color texture; built for dimensional geometry, not documentation scans.
How Additive Plus delivers your OptimScan-5M Plus
Calibrated, trained, and supported by engineers who scan every day.
Step 01
Calibrate & verify
Every unit is checked against its calibration plate and accuracy confirmed to VDI/VDE 2634 Part 3 before it ships — you receive a scanner that meets its stated spec on day one.
Step 02
Install & train
Remote or on-site onboarding on lens selection, marker alignment, and export to your CAD/QC package — your team is productive on the first real part, not week three.
Step 03
Sample scan & support
Send us a part and we scan it first, so you see OptimScan-5M Plus data on your geometry before you commit. Post-sale calibration and workflow support with a sub-4h reply.
Scanning Performance
The OptimScan-5M Plus pairs two 5 MP industrial cameras with a 1080P blue-LED DLP projector across three interchangeable lens configurations. The -100 lens resolves 0.04 mm point distance and 0.005 mm single-shot accuracy over a 100 × 75 mm field; the -200 lens covers 200 × 150 mm at 0.08 mm point distance and 0.01 mm accuracy; the -400 lens extends to 400 × 300 mm at 0.16 mm point distance and 0.015 mm accuracy. Each scan completes in 1.5 seconds or less, with automatic marker alignment and the GREC global-deviation-control module holding accuracy across multi-scan datasets. See full specifications below.
Working Range & Portability
Working distance is fixed at 560 mm across all three lens configurations, with the system tripod- or stand-mounted for benchtop or shop-floor use — this is a stationary metrology scanner, not a handheld device. At 6.8 kg and 435 × 300 × 200 mm, it stays compact enough to move between inspection stations but remains tethered to a workstation over USB 3.0; there is no battery or wireless mode. Operating range is 0–40 °C and 10–90% RH, matching typical QC lab and shop-floor environments.
Software & Workflow
OptimScan software runs the full workflow — calibration, capture, alignment, and AI-assisted data cleanup — and exports to .asc, .stl, and .obj for direct use in mainstream CAD and inspection packages such as Geomagic, SolidWorks, and PolyWorks. Recommended PC configuration is an NVIDIA GTX 1080 or better with 4 GB+ VRAM, an Intel Core i7-8700 or better, and 32 GB+ RAM. The system does not capture full-color texture — it is built for dimensional geometry, not documentation scans.
Typical applications
Stationary metrology for small, high-value parts.
Quality inspection
Scan-to-CAD deviation and first-article inspection
Reverse engineering
Small, high-value parts to CAD
Mold & tooling verification
Injection-mold and die-cast tooling checks
Electronics & glass inspection
Smartphone glass panels, precision components
Aerospace & medical QC
Traceable accuracy for regulated parts
Research & education
Metrology teaching and calibration labs
Why Source the OptimScan-5M Plus Through Additive Plus
- Authorized reseller — demo units and sample scans of your own parts before you commit
- Calibration verified before shipment; installation and training included
- Application engineers who run these scanners — scan strategy, alignment, and CAD/QC export support
- US-based support with a sub-4h response · 200+ AM and metrology systems delivered across 23 countries
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Tell us your part size, material, and target accuracy — our applications engineer will confirm the right lens configuration and can run a sample scan of your actual geometry first. Sub-4h reply, NDA standard.
| Brand | Shining 3D |
| Country of origin | China |
| Form Factor | Stationary benchtop/tripod-mounted metrology scanner (not handheld) |
| Scan Method | Blue-light structured light, 1080P DLP projection |
| Point Distance | 5M Plus-100: 0.00157in / 0.04mm 5M Plus-200: 0.00314in / 0.08mm 5M Plus-400: 0.00628in / 0.16mm |
| Single Scan Range | 5M Plus-100: 3.93x2.95in / 100x75mm 5M Plus-200: 7.87x5.90in / 200x150mm 5M Plus-400: 15.7x11.81in / 400x300mm |
| Single Shot Accuracy | 5M Plus-100: 0.00019in / 0.005mm 5M Plus-200: 0.00039in / 0.01mm 5M Plus-400: 0.00059in / 0.015mm |
| Working Distance | 22.04in / 560mm |
| Scan Speed | ≤1.5s per scan |
| Camera Resolution | 5.0 MP x 2 |
| Alignment Mode | Automatic marker alignment + GREC global-deviation control |
| Full Color Scanning | No — dimensional geometry only |
| Output Formats | .asc, .stl, .obj — compatible with mainstream CAD/QC software |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, KC, FDA, UKCA, IP50, TISAX; VDI/VDE 2634 Part 3 (ISO 17025-certified lab) |
| Software | OptimScan software (included, no subscription) |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0~40°C (32~104°F) |
| Operating Humidity Range | 10~90% RH |
| Recommended PC Configuration | NVIDIA GTX 1080 or better, ≥4 GB VRAM; Intel Core i7-8700 or better; ≥32 GB RAM |
| Interface | USB 3.0 |
| Weight | 14.99 lbs, 6.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 17.12 × 11.81 × 7.87 in / 435 × 300 × 200 mm |
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Send us your part and we'll scan it on the OptimScan-5M Plus in California — review the mesh and deviation on your own geometry before you buy.
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· Lead time: 2–4 weeks — configured to orderFrom engineering and inspection teams running the OptimScan-5M Plus
Unedited feedback from metrology and quality-control users.
★★★★★
Swapping between the 100 and 400 lens let us hold 0.01 mm on a small housing and still cover a full assembly fixture without a second scanner.
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Karen T. Quality Engineer · Aerospace
★★★★★
The GREC deviation control noticeably cut stitching error across a 12-scan job — our CMM cross-check came back within tolerance on the first try.
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Omar F. Metrology Technician · Precision Machining
★★★★★
We scan reflective glass sub-assemblies daily now without spray — the blue-light source handles it better than the white-light unit we replaced.
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Linda W. Inspection Lead · Electronics Manufacturing
Common questions
Don't see yours? Email [email protected] — NDA standard, typical reply within 4 hours.
What accuracy can I expect from the OptimScan-5M Plus on a small precision part?
On the -100 lens, the OptimScan-5M Plus delivers up to 0.005 mm single-shot accuracy and 0.04 mm point distance over a 100 × 75 mm field, verified to VDI/VDE 2634 Part 3 in an ISO 17025-certified lab. The -200 and -400 lenses trade some accuracy (0.01 mm and 0.015 mm) for a larger 200 × 150 mm or 400 × 300 mm field. This is a stationary metrology system built for small-to-mid parts, not a 1-meter object in a single shot — larger assemblies are covered by stitching multiple scans with the GREC deviation-control module. We can run a sample scan of your actual part so you see real numbers before you buy.
Does the OptimScan-5M Plus need a controlled lighting environment?
Yes. As a stationary blue-LED structured-light system, the OptimScan-5M Plus is designed for indoor lab or shop-floor use under normal ambient lighting, not direct sunlight or highly variable outdoor conditions. It ships with an operating range of 0–40 °C and 10–90% RH, which covers typical QC lab and production-floor environments. Built-in environmental vibration detection flags an unstable mounting or bench setup before it affects a scan.
Which CAD and QC software does the OptimScan-5M Plus export to?
The OptimScan-5M Plus exports .asc, .stl, and .obj, which import directly into mainstream reverse-engineering and inspection packages such as Geomagic, SolidWorks, and PolyWorks. OptimScan software handles calibration, capture, alignment, and AI-assisted data cleanup on the recommended workstation. Our applications engineers can help set up the export path into your specific CAD or metrology workflow.
Can it scan dark or reflective surfaces, including glass, without spray?
The OptimScan-5M Plus's narrow-band blue LED illumination is used in production for smartphone glass-panel inspection and other reflective components, generally reducing the need for scanning spray compared with white-light systems. Very dark, matte-black, or mirror-finish surfaces may still need a light matting agent for complete data. Tell us your material and finish and we will confirm whether the OptimScan-5M Plus handles it before you purchase.
How do the three lens configurations (100/200/400) differ?
The OptimScan-5M Plus ships in three lens configurations that trade scan area for point-cloud density. The -100 lens covers a 100 × 75 mm field at 0.04 mm point distance and 0.005 mm accuracy — the finest detail. The -200 lens covers 200 × 150 mm at 0.08 mm point distance and 0.01 mm accuracy. The -400 lens covers 400 × 300 mm at 0.16 mm point distance and 0.015 mm accuracy — the widest field. Working distance is a fixed 560 mm across all three; tell us your part size and target accuracy and we'll confirm the right configuration.
How often does the OptimScan-5M Plus need recalibration?
Every unit ships with its calibration board, and we verify accuracy against VDI/VDE 2634 Part 3 before it leaves us. In normal lab or shop-floor use, recalibrate periodically or after the unit is moved, bumped, or exposed to a temperature swing — the onboard vibration-detection feature will also flag an unstable setup before you scan. Installation and training cover the calibration routine so your team can confirm the scanner is in spec whenever a QC job demands it.
Is the OptimScan-5M Plus battery-powered or wireless?
No — the OptimScan-5M Plus is a stationary, tethered system connected to a workstation over USB 3.0; it has no battery and no wireless mode. It requires a PC meeting the recommended configuration (NVIDIA GTX 1080 or better with 4 GB+ VRAM, Intel Core i7-8700 or better, 32 GB+ RAM) to run OptimScan software. If you need an untethered or handheld metrology scanner instead, ask us about the OptimScan Q12/Q9 or FreeScan Combo.
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