Hexagon has launched the HYPERSCAN SR, a fully wireless optical tracking 3D scanner built for industrial inspection in production environments, supplier facilities and field-service locations. Introduced on October 12, 2026, the system pairs WiFi 6 connectivity and swappable batteries with dynamic optical tracking to reduce the preparation required for dimensional inspection. Hexagon says the scanner can be operated by inspection teams and field-service engineers without relying on a dedicated metrology specialist.
The scanner targets small- to medium-sized components, including welded machine frames, cast housings, tooling, fixtures and vehicle interiors. Rather than transferring parts to a dedicated measurement room, the HYPERSCAN SR is designed to take measurements where the components are located.
Wireless optical tracking for on-site inspection
The system uses dynamic optical tracking to maintain a common coordinate system between the scanner and the component being measured, allowing it to compensate for movement and vibration during scanning, factors that can complicate dimensional inspection outside controlled environments. Both the handheld scanner and its separate optical tracking unit incorporate wireless connectivity and battery power, eliminating the need for external wireless accessories or cables between the two devices. According to Hexagon, the swappable batteries provide up to two hours of operation.
The scanner weighs 1.3 kg excluding its battery and carries an IP50 rating. It supports scanning rates of up to four million points per second, with multiple modes for capturing surfaces, fine features, edges and holes. It uses blue laser scanning technology and offers resolution down to 0.03 mm. Its maximum tracking distance is 4.2 m, with a tracking volume of 25.9 m³ and a recommended component size range of 0.1 to 6 m.
Hexagon specifies volumetric accuracy of 0.06 mm at tracking distances up to 3.2 m, increasing to 0.1 mm at the maximum 4.2 m distance. The system is calibrated in an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory, with measurement accuracy validated according to VDI/VDE 2634 Part 3.
"Dynamic tracking makes HYPERSCAN SR quick to deploy and simple enough for everyday operators to pick up and use," said Darren Goh, Product Director for Handheld 3D Scanners at Hexagon. "Because it's a fully wireless system, with WiFi 6 and battery power native to the device, teams can bring it into limited-access and power-limited areas that a larger, cabled setup can't reach."
Software, probing and automation
The scanner includes Hexagon's HH Scan software, which supports scan data management, alignment, dimensional measurements and inspection reporting. Operators can compare captured geometry against nominal CAD models using 3D colour maps without a separate software licence for these basic inspection functions. Data can be exported in STL, OBJ, PLY and other formats. Compatibility with Geomagic Control X and PolyWorks supports further inspection workflows, while Geomagic Design X supports reverse engineering and the creation of editable CAD models from scanned geometry; Hexagon's advanced Geomagic packages are licensed separately.
An optional HYPERPROBE contact measurement accessory extends the system to features that are difficult to inspect optically. The scanner also supports Galaxy LEAP referencing, which uses common targets to align measurements captured from multiple tracking positions within a single coordinate system. Beyond handheld use, it can be integrated into robotic measurement systems using Hexagon's standardized integration kit, and the company notes these capabilities can also support additive manufacturing workflows, including dimensional verification of 3D printed components against their original CAD models.
Position within the HYPERSCAN range
The SR joins the existing HYPERSCAN Ultra and HYPERSCAN Super as the most mobile model in Hexagon's optical tracking scanner range. While the SR captures up to four million points per second, the Ultra and Super offer rates of up to 8.3 million points per second, with maximum tracking volumes of 50 m³ and 100 m³ respectively, making them suitable for larger components and more extensive inspection operations. All three systems share dynamic tracking technology, common software workflows and support for robotic integration. Hexagon positions the SR primarily for portable inspection, while the Ultra and Super target broader production and automated measurement applications.
Hexagon says the HYPERSCAN SR is available globally through the company and its reseller network. The launch follows the ATLASCAN Pro, introduced in October 2025 for small and medium-sized manufacturers, R&D teams and educational institutions, which emphasised portability, straightforward operation and compatibility with reverse engineering software. In February 2025, Canadian 3D measurement specialist Creaform introduced Creaform.OS and the Creaform Metrology Suite, replacing its previous VXelements software environment with a redesigned interface, streamlined onboarding and integrated inspection and reverse engineering tools.