Artec Space Spider

The Artec Space Spider is a hand-held 3D scanner designed specifically for CAD users and perfect for reverse engineering, product design, and quality control.

High-resolution 3D scanner using blue light technology

It is perfect for capturing small objects or intricate details of large industrial objects in high resolution, with steadfast accuracy and brilliant color.

The scanner’s ability to render complex geometry, sharp edges and thin ribs sets the technology apart. It is an ideal industrial 3D scanner for high resolution capturing of objects such as molding parts, PCBs, keys, coins or even a human ear, followed by the export of the final 3D model to CAD software.

Artec Space Spider scanner

Artec Space Spider

Designed specifically for CAD users, perfect for reverse engineering, product design, quality control and mass production.

 

 

Artec Space Spider 3D Scanner Benefits

Fast Scanning Speed at 7.5 fps

High accuracy does not have to be time consuming. Artec Space Spider process up to one million points per second!

High Point Accuracy at 0.05 mm

Make extremely accurate 3D models of small industrial objects or sections of larger objects in fine detail

Impressive 3D Resolution to 0.1 mm

Capture the geometry of your items with astonishing precision. Space Spider can even render the ridges of your fingerprint!

Texture Resolution to 1.3 Mpx

Make full color 3D replicas of your object

Portable and Battery Compatible

Connect the lightweight, 0.85kg 3D scanner to a battery pack, provides up to 6 hours of power.

Safe to use Blue Light

The blue structured light technology used is absolutely safe for scanning people, as well as inanimate objects.

Simple Point & Shoot

No need for preparation, just plug in the scanner and point it around the item as you would with a video camera.

Expandable

For capturing larger objects, or for creating an automatic scanning system, several 3D scanners can be bundled and synced together.

Artec Space Spider Features

3D Scanning Service

Long-term repeatability in data capture

Originally developed to spec for the International Space Station, this next generation industrial 3D scanner features powerful temperature stabilization and high grade electronics. This not only allows the scanner to reach maximum accuracy in three minutes but also ensures long-term repeatability in data capture, since the accuracy rate of the device is not affected by fluctuations in environmental conditions.

Using a space spider

Powerful hybrid geometry and texture tracking and capture

The Space Spider is able to read both the geometry and color of the object being 3D scanned. As a result, it collects two sets of data by which to track and perform data processing.

Example 3D Scans

Pick on the posts below to view example 3D scanned models captured with Artec 3D Scanners:

Decorative Plate 3D Model

Decorative Plate 3D Model

This decorative plate 3D model was captured with an Artec 3D Scanner. Scanning time: 10 min Processing time: 30 min Scanner used: Artec Space Spider Even though this plate has a thin and narrow edge, which can be highly problematic for 3D scanners to effectively...

Hubcap 3D Model (HD)

Hubcap 3D Model (HD)

This automotive hubcap 3D model was captured in high definition (HD) with an Artec 3D Scanner. Scanning time: 6 minutes HD reconstruction time: 12 minutes Processing time: 25 minutes Scanner used: Artec Eva This plastic cap 3D model of a car wheel has been recreated...

Lobster 3D Model (HD)

Lobster 3D Model (HD)

This lobster 3D model was captured in high definition (HD) with an Artec 3D Scanner. Scanning time:  10 min HD reconstruction time: 11.5 minutes Processing time: 30 min Scanner used: Artec Eva Many an accomplished user of Artec Eva has gasped in delighted astonishment...

Skeleton 3D Model (HD)

Skeleton 3D Model (HD)

This skeleton 3D model was captured in high definition (HD) with an Artec 3D Scanner. Scanning time:  20 min Processing time: 20 min Scanner used: Artec Eva This human skeleton 3D model was captured with an Artec Eva 3D scanner and the newly released HD Mode of Artec...

Beard Hair 3D Model (HD)

Beard Hair 3D Model (HD)

This beard hair 3D model was captured in high definition (HD) with an Artec 3D Scanner. Scanning time: 1 minute HD reconstruction time: 2 minutes Processing time: 8 minutes Scanner used: Artec Leo In certain markets, quality hair is in high demand. If you’re making a...

Wooden Chair 3D Model (HD)

Wooden Chair 3D Model (HD)

This wooden chair 3D model was captured in high definition (HD) with an Artec 3D Scanner. Scanning time: 5 minutes HD reconstruction time: 10 minutes Processing time: 20 minutes Scanner used: Artec Leo Scanning this folding wooden chair with an Artec Leo may not have...

Motorcycle Engine (HD)

Motorcycle Engine (HD)

This motorcycle engine 3D model was captured in high definition (HD) with an Artec 3D Scanner. Scanning time: 12 minutes HD reconstruction time: 18 minutes Processing time: 40 minutes Scanner used: Artec Leo Dark, shiny, with lots of complex and small parts, this...

Leather Bag 3D Model

Leather Bag 3D Model

This leather bag 3D model was captured with an Artec 3D Scanner. Scanning time: 15 min Number of scans: 450 hours Scanner used: Artec Space Spider For accurate and well-detailed geometry of this mid-size leather bag, we used Artec Space Spider, a scanner made for tiny...

Classic Side Table 3D Model

Classic Side Table 3D Model

This classic side table 3D model was captured with an Artec 3D Scanner. Scanning time:  5 min Processing time: 10 min Scanner used: Artec Eva A small bedside table that was quickly scanned by Artec Eva in three passes. The thin legs might have been a challenge if they...

Artec Space Spider Specifications

Compare the Artec Space Spider 3D scanner to the Artec Eva

SpecificationSpace SpiderEva

3D resolution, up to 

Resolution is the ability of a scanning system to resolve detail in the object that is being scanned.

0.1 mm0.5 mm

3D point accuracy, up to 

Accuracy is the ability of a measurement to match the actual value of the quantity being measured.

0.05 mm0.1 mm
3D accuracy over distance, up to0.03% over 100 cm
Colors24 bpp
Texture resolution1.3 mp
Light sourceblue LEDflash bulb (no laser)
Working distance0.2 – 0.3 m0.4 – 1 m
Linear field of view, HxW @ closest range90 × 70 mm214 × 148 mm
Linear field of view, HxW @ furthest range180 × 140 mm536 × 371 mm
Angular field of view, HхW30 × 21°
Video frame rate, up to7.5 fps16 fps
Exposure time0.0005 sec.0.0002 sec.
Data acquisition speed, up to1 mln points / sec.2 mln points / sec.
Multi-core processingYes

 

Output formats
3D formatsOBJ, PLY, WRL, STL, AOP, ASCII, Disney PTEX, E57, XYZRGB
Formats for measurementsCSV, DXF, XML

 

Common specificationsSpace SpiderEva
Weight0.85 kg (1.9 lb)
Dimensions, HxDxW190 × 140 × 130 mm262 × 158 × 64 mm
Power consumption12V, 24W12V, 48W
Interface1 × USB 2.0, USB 3.0 compatible
Processing capacity40 mln triangles / 1 GB RAM

 

RequirementsSpace SpiderEva
ProcessorIntel I5 or I7
Memory18 GB12 GB
Video cardsNVIDIA, AMD, or Intel
OSWindows 7, 8, 10 – x64
Free disk space300 MB for installation

Industries

Artec 3D Scanners are used in a wide variety of industry applications

Reverse Engineering

  • Product design
  • Customization
  • 3D documentation

Industrial design and manufacturing

  • Reverse engineering
  • Quality control
  • Rapid prototyping
  • Aerospace

Medical and Life Sciences

  • Orthopedics
  • Prosthetics
  • Plastic surgery
  • Custom wheelchairs

Science and education

  • Research
  • Training
  • Online museums

Art and design

  • Heritage preservation
  • Architecture
  • CGI
  • Fashion
Artec Studio Example

Artec Studio Software

Smart 3D data processing has never been easier

Create professional 3D models with the most comprehensive software for 3D scanning and data processing on the market today.

Enjoy a wide range of innovative features, including the cutting-edge Autopilot mode that expertly guides you through the whole post-processing pipeline, automatically choosing the best algorithms for your data, so you can watch your high precision model being put together before your eyes.

You can also take full control of your results with the wide variety of advanced features available.

Artec Space Spider Scan Process

Space spider scan

1. Scan the object

No need to prepare your object in advance, just point the 3D scanner and shoot in automatic mode.

Space Spider Optimize

2. Fuse & Optimize

Optimize the size of your final file by reducing the number of polygons from millions to thousands while maintaining the high quality of the mesh.

Space Spider Export

3. Texturize & Export

Add high quality texture to your model in no time! Export to a variety of different CAD systems including SOLIDWORKS.

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