If you’ve ever considered using our 3D scanning services, you might’ve heard terms like precision and accuracy thrown around. These concepts are important to understand when it comes to the quality of your final 3D print or digital model.
Let’s break it down in simple terms and explain how our advanced 3D scanning technology at Cartridge World Cyprus delivers top-tier results—every time.
What is Accuracy in 3D Scanning?
Accuracy refers to how closely the digital 3D model matches the real-world object we’re scanning. When our team scans an object using our high-performance scanners, high accuracy means that the final digital version reflects the actual size, shape, and proportions of your object—down to the smallest detail.
At Cartridge World Cyprus, we use professional-grade scanning equipment that captures data with extremely low deviation, ensuring your model is as true-to-life as possible.
What is Precision in 3D Scanning?
While accuracy is about how “correcting” a single scan is, precision refers to how consistent the results are when we scan the same object multiple times. In short, high precision means that every scan gives nearly identical results.
Thanks to our state-of-the-art 3D scanning systems, you can rely on us for consistently high-quality scans—essential if you’re working on detailed engineering projects, product design, or reverse engineering.
Precision vs. Accuracy – What’s the Difference?
Think of it like this:
- High Accuracy + Low Precision: You’re close to the real object, but results vary with each scan.
- Low Accuracy + High Precision: Every scan is consistent—but consistently off.
- High Accuracy + High Precision: The sweet spot—what you get at Cartridge World Cyprus.
That’s why both matter when creating high-quality 3D prints or digital replicas.
Point Distance (Resolution) vs. Accuracy
We often get questions about point distance, sometimes confused with accuracy. Let’s clear that up:
- Point Distance (or Resolution): This is the space between each point in the 3D point cloud. Smaller distances = more detail.
- Accuracy: This is how close the scan is to reality.
At Cartridge World Cyprus, we strike the perfect balance between the two. We use advanced scanning tools that capture high-resolution point clouds and maintain excellent accuracy, ensuring your models are both detailed and dimensionally reliable.
Our 3D Scanning Capabilities
Here’s a snapshot of what our scanning equipment delivers:
- Single-frame Precision: Up to 0.02 mm
- Single-frame Accuracy: As close as 0.05 mm
- Fused Point Distance (Resolution): Down to 0.02 mm
Whether you’re scanning a product prototype, a mechanical part, or a custom model, we provide the professional-grade results you expect— at Cartridge World Cyprus.
Find out more: https://cwcyprus.com/product-category/department/3d-printing/3d-scanners/
