3D Scanning & Reverse Engineering in Chișinău
We capture the geometry of real objects with under 0.1mm accuracy. For reverse engineering, heritage digitization, quality control or spare-part production.
- 0.1mm
- Scan accuracy
- STL / OBJ / STEP
- Output format
- 1-3 days
- Model delivery
Price
from 500 MDL
Price depends on object size, complexity and required fidelity. Reverse-engineering CAD = extra cost.
Exact quote3D scanning is the process by which a physical object becomes an exact digital model — every shape, every curve, every detail. At elementa3D we use structured-light and portable scanners that capture geometry with sub-millimeter accuracy, whether it's a mechanical part or a sculpture.
The most requested case is reverse engineering — you have an old part, no longer on the market, and you need to reproduce it. We scan it, turn the scan into an editable CAD model, then print or produce it by whatever method you choose.
Other frequent cases: cultural heritage digitization (museums, sculptors), quality control of professionally produced parts (comparing the scan to the original CAD model), digital twins for products that need customization from physical objects (prosthetics, molds).
Who benefits
Reverse engineering
Old spare parts, discontinued components, custom mechanical parts.
Museums & heritage
Digitizing fragile sculptures and artifacts. Archiving for posterity or replicas.
Quality control
Comparing produced parts to the original CAD model (deviation report).
Medical & dental
Scanning impressions for prosthetics, custom accessories.
Fashion & body scan
Custom mannequins, made-to-measure fashion accessories, ergonomic prototypes.
Digital artists
Sources for CGI/animation, bases for sculptural remixing, 3D assets.
Types of objects we scan
| Mechanical parts | Metal, plastic, wood — any complex geometry with fine detail. |
| Sculptures & art | Wood, stone, bronze, clay. Textures captured separately via photogrammetry. |
| Large objects (< 1m) | Segmented scanning with manual alignment. Furniture, large electronic housings. |
| Small objects (1-10 cm) | Jewelry, accessories, miniature parts. The highest level of detail. |
| Reflective surfaces | Temporarily treated with scanner-safe spray to avoid reflections. |
| Fragile heritage | Non-contact scanning, no touching. Safe for museum artifacts. |
How we work
Bring the object (or we come)
For parts < 30 cm — bring it to the lab. For heritage or large objects — we travel with portable gear.
Scanning
Multiple capture angles, ~30-60 min for typical objects. You can watch.
Processing
Aligning scans, cleaning noise, generating a watertight mesh. 1-2 days for complex parts.
File delivery
STL / OBJ / STEP depending on your needs. Optional: parametric CAD model (extra cost).
Frequently asked
What is the accuracy of 3D scanning?
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Under 0.1 mm for small objects (under 20 cm) and 0.2-0.5 mm for larger ones. Enough for reverse engineering, dental, quality control.
How long does a scan take?
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The scan itself: 30-60 minutes. Processing (alignment, cleanup, mesh generation): 1-2 business days. Total — 2-3 days from bringing the object to file delivery.
Can you scan any object?
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Almost anything. Transparent, reflective or very dark surfaces need a temporary scanner-spray treatment (wipes off after). Extremely small objects (< 1 mm) are the lower limit.
Can I get an editable CAD file, not just a mesh?
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Yes. After scanning, we can do reverse engineering — turning the mesh into an editable parametric CAD model (Fusion 360, SolidWorks). Extra cost for this step.
Do you scan on site?
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Yes, for heritage, large sculptures or objects that can't be transported. Travel within Chișinău and surroundings included. For other localities — travel cost.
Ready to discuss 3d scanning & reverse engineering in chișinău?
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