3D scanner use cases and equipment recommendations

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David Palange

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Aug 25, 2025, 2:20:39 PMAug 25
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Hello Bay Area Maker community,

Does anybody use a 3D scanner in your spaces? If so, which scanner do you have and how do you use it with your students?

Thanks,
David Palange
Design Build Innovative Specialist - Redwood Day School

Clara Ngo

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Aug 25, 2025, 2:37:44 PMAug 25
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Ooh I'm interested in this answer too! 

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Anne Mayoral

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Aug 25, 2025, 2:53:08 PMAug 25
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Hi there,

I recommend Polycam, 3D scanning app. Much more affordable, works with and without LIDAR and produces high-res CAD that can easily get cleaned up for printing. We used this software this summer for scanning in climbing hand holds and then printing them. 

Cheers,
Anne

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David Palange

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Aug 29, 2025, 12:29:52 PMAug 29
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Thanks for sharing Anne. I will explore that app and report back. Did you all design a climbing wall for your school? 
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