3D Laser Scanner Steals the Show

LPX-250 Laser Scanner

The revolutionary LPX-250 scores big at SIGGRAPH by producing flawless scans using both rotary and plane scanning.

Irvine, CA, August 29, 2001 Roland DGA Corporation recently demonstrated the soon-to-be-released LPX-250 3D laser scanner at SIGGRAPH 2001 in Los Angeles.

Showgoers crowded around the Roland booth and witnessed a first in scanning – a 3D scanner that digitizes objects with both rotary and plane scanning. At the same time, they learned that the LPX-250 will cost thousands less than its nearest competition. Set to hit the market in October 2001, engineers, animators, mold makers and game developers are already placing orders.

“The LPX-250 scanned an incredibly detailed model of Lara Croft,” said Matt Owens, Roland Product Manager. “People were amazed at how precise and fast it digitized her. When we told them that the LPX-250, including first-rate NURBS editing software, will cost less than $15,000 they couldn’t believe their ears.”

The LPX-250 gives engineers, animators, mold makers and game developers the ability to digitize objects economically and accurately on their desktop. The LPX-250 gives them total control of the scanning process and spells an end to lengthy turnaround times and high prices associated with outsourcing.

Rotary and Plane Scanning

In rotary mode, the machine quickly scans an entire object on its fully-integrated rotating table. Plane scanning allows the LPX-250 to scan as many as six views while the object stays in place. Ideal for capturing undercuts and cavities, plane scanning achieves incredibly accurate results. The LPX-250 has a 10-inch (diameter) by 16-inch (height) scanning area.

Features:
• Rotary scanning up to 1800 steps or .20 degrees
• Plane scanning up to 0.008 inches
• 10-inch (diameter) by 16-inch (height) scanning area
• Fast and accurate non-contacting laser sensor
• Fully automated NURBS surfacing software
• Easy-to-use, single-button interface
• Plane scanning captures undercuts and cavities
• Rotary scanning quickly scans entire objects

Features

Dual Scan Modes

Rotary and Plane Scanning Modes offer the versatility to scan an expansive array of objects. In rotary mode, the LPX-250 quickly scans an entire object on its fully integrated rotating table. In plane scanning mode, it scans as many as six different planes to capture side cuts and cavities.

Rotary Scanning

Rotary Scanning Mode is ideal for high-speed scanning of spherical and smooth-surfaced objects. Once the object is placed on the LPX-250's rotating table, the laser beam travels vertically up the rotating object to generate a data file.

Plane Scanning

The Plane Scanning Mode is able to capture complicated angles and side-cuts. The LPX-250 laser beam scans a maximum of six surfaces at right angles. Plane Scanning is ideal for relatively flat, hollow and side-cut objects whose angles would be undetectable using Rotary Scanning Mode.

Easy Does It

The EasyScan function enables even beginners to successfully scan objects. Using PIX Form software and the Plane Scanning Mode, a single click transforms a 3D object into a four-surface scan. Once scanned, PIX Form can make a composite of all of the scanned images to create a single digital file. Adjusting the scanning pitch or mode enables users to create modified scans of the same object.

Non-Contact Scanning

The LPX-250 makes fast work of 3D scans. In fact, it can scan a 16 inches tall object in eight minutes. Scanned objects also remain in pristine condition, thanks to the LPX-250's non-contact laser scanning technology. Scanning restrictions are limited only to the technology itself: glossy, clear or dark-colored objects will not scan effectively unless painted red, white or yellow in order to be "read" by the laser.

Surface Editing Software

The bundled PIXForm software allows LPX-250 users to decimate, edit and heal scanned data. One of the most powerful and unique features of the software is the ability to take a polygon solid and automatically convert it to a NURBS file. It can then be exported as an IGES file to industry standard MCAD software. Exportable formats include IGES, STL, DXF and VRML.

Specifications

Table size [diameter]:	10.0" (254.0 mm)
Max. working area [diameter x height]:	10" x 16" (254.0 mm x 406.4 mm)
Scan pitch:	[Rotary Scanning Mode] 1800 steps or .20 degrees" Circumferential Pitch: 0.2 to 60 degrees
Max. table load weight:	5 kg (11 lb.)
Laser:	Wave length: 600 to 700nm, Power: less than 0.39 watts, Pulse Frequencey 2857 hz.
Sensor:	Non-contacting laser sensor
Scanning method:	Spot beam triangulation
Scanning speed:	Table revolution speed: 15 RPM, Laser head revolution speed: 15 RPM, Laser head feedrate: 50 mm
Interface:	Serial (RS-232C specifications, D-Sub 25 pin) Forwarding method: Asynchronous / duplex data transmission, Transmission speed: 9600 / 115200 bps, Data Bits: 8 bits (fixed), Stop Bits: 1 bits (fixed), Parity: None, Handshake: Hardwire
Control keys , LED:	STANDBY key STANDBY LED , Movement LED
Power:	Exclusive AC adapter (DC 19 V, 2.1A)
External dimensions:	20-13/16 x 29-3/16 x 16-15/16
Weight (unit only):	70.4 lbs. (32 kg)
Operation temperature:	40-104 degrees Farenheit (5 - 40 degrees Celsius)
Operation humidity:	35 - 80 % (no condensation)
Accessories:	AC adapter: 1, Power cord: 1, Hexagonal wrench, Cap: 3, Roland Software Package CD-ROM: 1, USER'S MANUAL: 1

This exciting new product is priced at only $9,995.00 and is in stock at our California warehouse!

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