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July 2025
Introducing the Einscan Rigil from Shining 3D
The recently announced Einscan Rigil, from Shining 3D, is the world’s first tri-mode scanner that has a built-in computer, wireless connectivity and hybrid light technology. When tethered to a computer, the Rigil can scan in high accuracy, high precision laser mode without targets. But targets may also be used, when laser scanning, wirelessly.
Using Targets – Wireless
Target-free laser scanning mode! – Wired via USB Cable
AMT PostPro SFX: Desktop Vapor Smoothing for 3D Printed Parts
AMT PostPro SFX: Desktop Vapor Smoothing for 3D Printed Parts
3D printed, unprocessed parts exhibit a rough and porous surface, which limits their use in various applications. To solve this issue, AMT PostPro developed its own patented vapor smoothing process to deliver 3D prints that are more durable with smoother and sealed surfaces. As part of their vapor smoothing product line, AMT has also developed a benchtop machine size. The PostPro SFX brings industrial vapor […]
Metrology Minute – 2D Inspection Drawing in Control X
2D Inspection Drawing in Control X
While most dimensions and GD&T calculations in Control X will come from the 3D model, it is also possible to create 2D inspection drawings and to create Construction Features to assist in the process.
Consider the highlighted face below. Suppose we want to build several 2D inspection dimensions in that face.
We start out by telling Control X to create a 2D drawing in the plane of that face.
As we zoom into […]
June 2025
Performing a Datum Alignment using Control X
Performing a Datum Alignment using Control X
Before the scan of a manufactured part can be inspected using Control X, it must first be aligned to its nominal CAD model. The nominal CAD model represents the ‘perfect’ shape. Once aligned, all of the Control X inspection functions, including Color maps, Whisker plots, 2D and 3D dimensions, Geometry Deviation, 2D Twist Analysis and more can all take place.
Consider the water pump cover shown below, prior to alignment.
The […]
May 2025
How Flat is Flat Enough? – Verifying Flatness of a CNC Face-Milled Surface
Let’s say that this water pump cover needs to lie flat against its mating surface to within a specific GD&T Flatness Callout.
We’ve seen, in the past, that Control X can check for GD&T Callout information and return pass/fail conditions. But we can also use Control X to determine the amount that a part is in or out of a ‘Flatness’ spec by turning on a localized color map that we call a ‘Fitting Deviation’.
Let’s consider […]
April 2025
Special Offer: 3D Printer Demo Units Available!
Special Offer: 3D Printer Demo Units Available!
At Cimquest, we are committed to providing you with the latest advancements in 3D printing technology. To make space for our new models, we are offering several demo units of our 3D printers at unbeatable prices. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to enhance their 3D printing capabilities with high-quality machines.
Formlabs Form 3L Demo Unit
To make room for the new Formlabs Form 4L, we are offering […]