3D FARO Focus 3D documentation at your fingertips

Focus3D

Universal
Ideal for 3D building documentation, construction supervision, reverse engineering, historic preservation or forensic crime scene documentation thanks to its simple controls and compact design, the Focus3D is ideally adapted to all sorts of applications.

Economical
The price of the Focus3D is a revolution by itself. A 3D laser scanner has never been so affordable. Additionally FARO offers different Focus3D models and pricing options.

Efficient
The long range of up to 120m, the level sen sor, the compactness and ease of use and the auto-registration at no extra cost result in up to 50% savings of scan and process ing time compared to conventional laser scanners.

Precise and fast

The Focus3D creates a precise, virtual copy of reality in millimetre-accuracy at a blazing speed of up to 976,000 measurement points per second.

FARO is the leading manufacturer of mobile measuring, documentation and imaging systems. The Focus3D is a revolutionary, high-performance 3D laser scanner with intuitive touchscreen control.

A revolution in 3D laser scanning

Exact measurements in three dimensions: Simply at your fingertips
Industries and users who traditionally work with twodimensional plans and schematic diagrams are increasingly discovering the advantages of three-dimensional planning and documentation tools. Whether it is architecture and plant construction, reverse engineering and quality control or historical preservation and forensics 3D documentation by means of laser scanners offers significant advantages compared with any conventional measuring method. This is because a laser scanner records approximately one million measuring points per second and produces a precise, three-dimensional image of its surroundings. With suitable plug-ins this image can be directly imported into a wide range of software applications. With the Focus3D, FARO now offers a revolutionary new laser scanner that can be very simply and intuitively operated using its touchscreen. Furthermore, it is significantly more compact and more cost-effective than previous models. The Focus3D thus offers everything you might expect from a professional 3D laser scanner with a previously unknown level of simplicity.

Revolutionary simple
Due to its intuitive control concept with touch screen display, the Focus 3D is as easy to operate as a digital camera. The device is also entirely self-contained in operation, so neither additional devices nor cables nor a laptop are needed.

Light-weight and compact

The smallest and lightest laser scanner ever built: At dimensions of just 24 x 20 x 10cm and a weight of only 5kg, the Focus3D is so compact and mobile that you will take it with you wherever you go.

One scanner a multitude of possible applications

Product and component documentation

Whether for inspection of large machine components, in product design or reverse engineering the Focus3D measures products and components of every possible shape and size and produces precise data and threedimensional surface models from them.

Features

Small and compact

The Focus3D is the smallest and most compact laser scanner ever built

Storage on SD card

SD cards allow you to securely manage and transfer scan data to your PC in seconds

Intuitive touchscreen display

With its brilliant colour display for intuitive touchoperation, FARO sets a completely new standard in user friendliness

Data processing and interfaces

Data is automatically processed using autoregistration and transferred to industry standard softwares

Integrated colour camera

Photo-realistic 3D scans with up to 70 megapixel of parallax-free colour overlay

Built-in powerful battery

Enables up to five hours operation without mains power supply, charges quickly and can be charged while in operation

Measurement method

Documentation of indoor environments

With the Focus3D it is possible to quickly produce 3D documentations of interiors and technical installations such as building services, conveyor systems or process installations.

Distance
The scanner uses a laser beam which is reflected back to the scanner by an object. The distance is measured in millimetreaccuracy by the phase shift between the sending and receiving beam.

Vertical angle
The mirror deflects the laser beam in vertical direction onto the same object. The angle is encoded simultaneously with the distance measurement.

Horizontal angle
The laser scanner re volves 360 horizontally. The horizontal angle is encoded simultaneously with the distance meas urement.

Documentation of outdoor environments

The Focus3D is well suited to 3D documenta tion of buildings, building sites, roads and landscape features. Objects within a distance of up to 120m are recorded.

Computation of the 3D coordinate

Distance, vertical angle and horizontal angle make up a polar coordinate (, , ), which is then transformed to a Cartesian coordinate (x, y, z).

Performance specifications*
Model
Focus3D 20 Focus3D 120

Range
0.620m

Field of view

Measurement speed
up to 976,000 points/second

Ranging error

Ranging noise
@10m raw data: 0.6mm @90% refl. @25m raw data: 0.95mm @90% refl.

305 (vert.) x 360 (hor.) 0.6120m

2mm

Model
Focus3D

Scanning time
Standard scan: B/W: 3min Colour: 5min

Integrated colour camera

Up to 70 mio. pixel

Weight
5.0kg

Inclination sensor

Size
240 x 200 x 100mm

* Detailed information at www. faro.com/focus

Architecture and Civil Engineering

Building documentation easier than ever

With the Focus 3D, FARO provides architects, civil engineers and surveyors with an efficient tool for rapid, seamless and precise documentation of the current status of buildings and building sites of every kind.

Applications
Excavation control: Simple and precise volume and dimen sion control of excavations Deformations control: Documentation of deformation processes and monitoring of countermeasures Facades inspection: 3D dimensional inspection of building shells and facade components before final assembly Structural analysis and maintenance: Rapid and cost effective control of the specified load-bearing capacity of sup porting structures as well as wear and tear Free-form components inspection: Precise dimensional check of complex components such as free-form shape elements Built environment: Precise geometrical recording of existing properties as the basis for conversions or extensions Construction progress monitoring: Seamless capture and monitoring of construction progress for legal and technical documentation

Software
The FARO Focus3D and SCENE software are compatible with key software applications in the field of construction and surveying. The flexible interfaces of SCENE enable connection to AutoCAD Architecture or REVIT as well as many other CAD applications such as Rhino, Microstation, Nemetschek and ArchiCAD.

Benefits

Rapid, simple and complete recording of the current condition of buildings and building sites Revolutionary price/performance ratio WebShare for simple online sharing of scan data via the Internet

Process Industry and Digital Factory

Precise 3D data save time and money

Technical plants like refineries, power plants and production sites are complex structures which require exact 3D CAD data in order to convert, repair or extend them. With the FARO Focus3D complete and precise 3D as built data can be captured easily, precisely and completely.

Applications
Conversions and extensions: Precise 3D documentation of the current state of the property as the planning basis for conversions and extensions Offsite production: Possibility of precise-fit off-site assembly, thanks to exact 3D CAD data and dimensional control Asset management: Simplification of facility management, maintenance, training, etc. through comprehensive 3D master data, simulations and training in virtual reality Site supervision: Improved coordination between different trades and comprehensive documentation and supervision of all work

Software
The Focus3D and SCENE software have interfaces to the most used software applications in the field of plant construction and planning. This includes AutoCAD Plant 3D, AVEVA PDMS and Intergraph PDS.

Benefits

Extreme time savings and high fidelity for 3D documentation of complex factory and plant installations Risk minimisation in brownfield projects where access is difficult or expensive and where schedules are tight Brownfield costs can be reduced by 5-7%, contingencies for rework to less than 2%. Schedules can be compressed by as much as 10% Efficient control and monitoring of health and safety as well as environmental regulations

Inspection and Reverse Engineering

True magnitude is shown in the 3D scan

Particularly in the case of very large or very complex compo nents and shapes, conventional measuring instruments quickly reach their limitations. With the Focus3D, even these shapes can be precisely captured, inspected and re-engineered.

Applications
Reverse engineering: Copies of products and components for which there are no construction plans and/or CAD data available Interior fixtures and fittings: Precise 3D CAD documentation of complex interiors of ships, cars or aircrafts as a basis for plan ning of conversions Manufacturing documentation: Complete 3D documentation of the manufacturing status of complex machine components Quality control: Precise 3D documentation and dimensional inspection of large and complex components such as rotor blades, turbines, ship propellers, etc.

Software
The FARO Focus3D and SCENE have interfaces with the most used CAD software applications, such as Geomagic, PolyWorks or Rapidform.

Benefits

Cost-efficient, quick and accurate 3D capture of as-built geometry of large products Automated in-process control of production allow for com prehensive 3D inspection and monitoring of parts Reduced scrap and re-work due to early and comprehensive 3D quality control

Other Applications

Heritage
Whether for restoration or scientific analysis purposes, for securing protected buildings or for virtual presentations of historical sites that must not be accessed by visitors. The FARO Focus3D offers the possibility of complete and detailed documentation of historical structures or excavation sites. Thanks to its integrated colour camera, photo-realistic 3D images can be created instantly.

Benefits

Authentic, complete and precise 3D copy of reality Reproducible 3D documentation at your fingertips Easy conversion of captured scenes to orthophotos and CAD

Forensics and accident scenes

The handy Focus3D is also ideally suited to perform rapid and complete 3D recordings of crime and accident scenes or insurance damage. All details of relevance in any subsequent reconstruction of the crime or accident are covered. Similarly, in order to develop appropriate safety concepts for events, laser scans deliver the relevant 3D topography information.

Benefits

Permanent and detailed 3D archiving of crime and accident scenes Simple 3D simulation of the crime or accident Development of emergency plans and safety measures by means of authentic virtual rep resentations

WebShare
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Detailed panoramic view

Each scan position offers a 360 panoramic view including all the recorded details.

Access for authorised project members

Authorised users can access the origi nal 3D scan data via download and further study the data using the free SCENE LT software.

Intuitive use
WebShare can be used intuitively: An overview map enables you to quickly find and select the required scan point, which can be activated by doubleclicking on it. Each scan includes transition points to the neighbouring scans. It is therefore easy to switch from one scan position to the next at a click of the mouse.

So that everything stays in focus

FARO offers WebShare, a powerful tool for the easy and safe sharing of scan data over the Internet. With a single click in the Focus3Ds SCENE software, the current scan data can be transferred to a safe WebShare server. Users such as the client or participating trades can easily view the scan data and evaluate it in detail using the free SCENE LT software. WebShare can be used without any additonal costs. www.faroeurope.com/webshare

Accessories
Tripods

Stable base
With a number of light-weight but rigid carbon-fibre tripods, dollies and click-mount systems, the Focus3D can be positioned and moved quickly.

Attachment systems

Secure grip
Surveyors kit A tripod adapter (Wild three-claw system) and a height adapter to match tachymeters on standard surveyors tripods are available. Mounting options With a 3/8 camera screw thread, 4 x M5 threads and 2 positioning holes on the foot, the Focus3D has mounting options for almost every imaginable application.

Suitcase / backpack

Always at hand
In addition to a waterproof and extremely sturdy Pelicase with lots of compartments for important accessories, a light and elegant Rimowa case and an ergonomically designed backpack including tripod holder are also available.

Spare batteries and chargers

Full power
With a spare battery and a quick charger (charging time of only 1 hour), it is possible to carry out even very timeconsuming scan projects cable-free. A car charger with a 12V plug enables the battery to be charged on the go.

You are in good hands

Learn more
Discover the possibilities
The Focus3D has an intuitive control concept, enabling even inexperienced users to get started straight away. Valuable tips and suggestions are to be found in a training video that can be watched on the touchscreen of the scanner. However we also offer workshops, seminars and training courses for specific applications and tasks. In these, we teach you how you can use your Focus3D even more effectively.

Customer service
We are there for you
Phone: Our hotline is available from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (GMT), Monday to Friday, under the toll-free number 00800 3276 7378. E-Mail: support@faroeurope.com

Maintenance contract
Within the scope of the FARO maintenance contract, our experts conduct inspection, maintenance and calibra tion. Customers with a maintenance contract get a 10% discount on accessories, as well as free recertification, repairs, software updates and advice.

SCENE software
The Focus3D and its SCENE software are compatible with the most common CAD software applications. The SCENE software can be used to export scan data to over 50 common software solutions, such as: General CAD: AutoCAD, Microstation, Rhino Plant construction: AVEVA PDMS, Intergraph PDS, AutoCAD Plant 3D, Microstation, Rhino Architecture: AutoCAD Architecture, REVIT  Civil engineering / surveying: AutoCAD Civil 3D, PolyWorks Surveyor, Carlson, Microsurveys Heritage: 3D Reconstructor Quality control: Geomagic Qualify, PolyWorks Inspector, Rapidform XOV Forensics: AutoCAD, SCENE Forensics  Reverse engineering: Geomagic Studio, PolyWorks Modeler, Rapidform XOR Tunnelling: RR Tunnel, TMS Visualization: Pointools

FARO Offices

Global Headquarters FARO Technologies Inc. 250 Technology Park Lake Mary, FL 32746 USA info@faro.com

European Headquarters FARO Europe GmbH & Co. KG Lingwiesenstrae 11/2 70825 Korntal-Mnchingen Germany info@faroeurope.com

Distribution (EMEA) FARO SWISS HOLDING GmbH Wiesengasse 20 8222 Beringen Switzerland distribution@faroeurope.com

Sales Offices Europe: France Germany Italy Poland Spain Switzerland The Netherlands Turkey United Kingdom

www.faro.com/focus
Revised: 06 Dec. 2010 2010 FARO

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