What is a 3D foot scanner?
An accurate 3D foot scanner is required to capture the shape and external appearance of a foot. PT-3D Scan quickly and easily gathers point-by-point details from a foot and creates a 3D foot image. This image actually represents a composite plaster mold of the foot.
We need accurate data about visualizing and comprehending the dimensions of an object in three-dimensional space in order to properly visualize and understand its dimensions. A 3D foot scanner takes a comprehensive image like a cast, capturing all the details of the foot. This three-dimensional cast helps specialists design shoes, medical insoles, and foot rehabilitation equipment with high precision and elegance.
What is the application of 3D Foot Scanner?
This device measures the physical structure of the foot, including arch height (Longitudinal arches and anterior arch), arch locations, toe positions, and spatial dimensions. The physical characteristics of the foot need to be examined in three conditions: no weight, full weight, and seated position. The changes in the physical structure of the foot in weight-bearing and walking conditions can be clearly observed from these three conditions. Many foot abnormalities can be identified by analyzing this data.
The output of PayaTek 3D Foot Scanner
The output of a 3D scanner is standard digital data in STL and PLY formats. The PLY format is provided in two versions: high-quality and low-quality in this device. Providing standard output models is essential for compatibility with various 3D design software. This data can be used in all software and CAD/CAM processes and is also compatible with a variety of CNC machines.
3D Foot Scanner output data
PayaTek 3D foot scanner accurately analyzes the anthropometry of the human foot. This information is very useful for the precise design of shoes for both general and specific applications. Generally, any data related to the dimensions of the human foot can be measured and reported in the output of this device. The following can be mentioned, but any type of measurement is supported and is not limited to these items:
First Toe Length – Second Toe Length – Third Toe Length – Fourth Toe Length – Fifth Toe Length – Arch Length – Heel to medial malleolus – Heel to lateral malleolus – Heel Width – Foot Width – Bimalleolar Width – Mid-foot Width – Medial Malleolus Height – Lateral Malleolus Height – Height at 50% foot length – Ball Girth – Instep Girth – Long Heel Girth – Short Heel Girth – Ankle Girth – Waist Girth – Optional linear sizes include length and width in different areas – Foot environment in desired parts – Diagnosis of arch type of foot.
Advantages of PT-3D SCAN
The PayaTek 3D foot scanner offers several advantages:
- 3D foot scans are captured using four laser beams and six powerful cameras with high resolution and speed.
- 3D foot data is generated in less than 10 seconds and in various directions that ensure efficient and comprehensive scanning.
- The scanning process is completed in the shortest time with high accuracy, capturing details up to a height of 14 cm.
- The scanner enables for data capture directly from the patient’s foot in full-weight, semi-weight, or no-weight positions.
- The accurate assessment of changes in foot size and arch height is possible due to the application of weight.
- The 3D foot scanner is compatible with all CAD/CAM solutions and is suitable for scanning lasts, foot, hand foam boxes, and insoles. It is possible to directly transfer the 3D model to any CAD software.
- The accuracy of PT-3D SCAN for scanning solid objects is 0.1 mm. (It’s important to note that the foot has a blood pulse, which can cause an error of up to 0.4 mm in the worst case.)