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EinScan Pro Plus | 3D scanning electronic circuit boards.
EinScan Pro Plus | 3D scanning electronic circuit boards.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
- 3D printing service
- Rapid prototyping service
- Cubicon 3D printers
- Handheld 3D scanners
- EinScan Pro scanner – 3D scanner
- 3D inspection
- Optical 3D inspection
Contact CT3D Group
CT3D Group – Professional 3D printing, 3D scanning, design and rapid prototyping services nationwide.
- CT3D Thu Duc – Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Hai Phong: in3d.edu.vn – Hotline 0975 008 728 (Mr. Thai)
- CT3D District 6 – Ho Chi Minh City: 3dmaker.vn – Hotline 038 7798308 (Mr. Phuc)
Why 3D scan electronic circuit boards?
A printed circuit board (PCB) usually already has a 2D layout file, but that file rarely captures the real shape after components are mounted: capacitor heights, connector positions, heat sinks, cables and fixing glue. When you need to design an enclosure, a test fixture or a packaging tray, a 3D scan of the assembled board lets mechanical engineers work with the real shape instead of guessing.
- Enclosure design: set safe clearances around tall components and locate openings for USB ports, buttons and indicator lights.
- Test fixtures: locate the board precisely for functional testing on the production line.
- Anti-static packaging trays: create pockets that follow the board outline.
- Replacement and repair: remake housings or brackets for old equipment that no longer has drawings.
Technical challenges when scanning circuit boards
Circuit boards are hard to scan because they have many different materials on one small surface. Common problems and how to handle them:
| Problem | Cause | Common fix |
|---|---|---|
| Missing data on component leads and solder joints | Shiny metal reflects light | Apply a thin, removable anti-glare powder coating |
| Missing data between tall components | Narrow gaps where the camera cannot see the bottom | Scan from several tilted angles and use a turntable |
| Small details come out rounded | Scan resolution is too low | Use high-resolution mode with a small point spacing |
| Black components are hard to capture | The material absorbs light | Increase brightness or exposure, or apply powder |
Note: for boards still in use, remove the battery, cover the connectors and use a suitable powder so the components are not affected.
From scan data to enclosure design
Board scan data usually comes as an STL mesh. Engineers use it as a reference to build the bounding volume, set datum faces, screw holes and port positions, then design the enclosure in CAD software. A sample enclosure is then 3D printed for a fit test before making the injection mold. For projects that need to turn scan data into a clean CAD model, a reverse engineering service from 3D scan data can shorten development time.
Frequently asked questions
Can 3D scanning damage the components on a circuit board?
No. Structured light scanners are non-contact and do not harm components. The main risk comes from anti-glare spray powder, so use a type that is easy to clean and keep it out of connectors and cooling vents.
Do you still need a 3D scan if you already have the PCB design file?
Usually yes, if you need to design an enclosure or fixture. The PCB file shows the circuit, but the real assembled shape, such as component heights, cables, glue and heat sinks, can differ from the library models.
Is board scan data accurate enough to design an enclosure?
With a high-resolution scanner, the data is usually good enough to set clearances and connector positions. Critical fit dimensions such as screw holes should also be checked with calipers or the original PCB file.
Can both sides of a board be scanned?
Yes. Each side is scanned separately and then aligned in software using shared features or markers. A turntable and a suitable clamp make the alignment more accurate.
Related services at CT3D Group
- 3D scanning service – high-accuracy 3D scanning
- Custom 3D printing service
- Custom 3D design service
- CT3D Group network: ct3dgroup.com · in3d.edu.vn – Hotline/Zalo 0975 008 728
