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 combines WiFi 6 connectivity, swappable batteries and dynamic optical tracking to reduce the preparation that dimensional inspection normally requires. Hexagon says inspection teams and field-service engineers can operate it without relying on a dedicated metrology specialist.
The scanner is aimed at small- to medium-sized components, including welded machine frames, cast housings, tooling, fixtures and vehicle interiors. It is designed to measure parts where they sit, rather than requiring them to be moved to dedicated measurement rooms.
Wireless tracking for the shop floor
HYPERSCAN SR uses dynamic optical tracking to maintain a common coordinate system between the scanner and the component under measurement. According to Hexagon, this allows the system to compensate for movement and vibration during scanning, conditions that can complicate dimensional inspection outside controlled environments. Both the handheld scanner and its separate optical tracking unit carry wireless connectivity and battery power, removing the need for external wireless accessories or cables between the devices. 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 with resolution down to 0.03 mm. 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, rising to 0.1 mm at the maximum 4.2 m. The system is calibrated in an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory, with measurement accuracy validated according to VDI/VDE 2634 Part 3.
Darren Goh, Product Director for Handheld 3D Scanners at Hexagon, said that dynamic tracking makes the scanner quick to deploy and simple enough for everyday operators to pick up and use. He added that the fully wireless, battery-powered design lets teams bring it into limited-access and power-limited areas that a larger, cabled setup cannot reach.
Software and automation
HYPERSCAN SR 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. The system exports data in STL, OBJ, PLY and other formats. Compatibility with Geomagic Control X and PolyWorks supports further inspection workflows, while Geomagic Design X enables 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 inspection, it can be integrated into robotic measurement systems using Hexagon's standardized integration kit. Hexagon notes these capabilities can also support additive manufacturing workflows, including dimensional verification of 3D printed components against their original CAD models.
Positioning in the HYPERSCAN range
HYPERSCAN SR joins the existing HYPERSCAN Ultra and 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. The SR is positioned 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.
Wider context
The launch extends Hexagon's effort to make industrial 3D scanning more accessible. The company previously expanded its handheld scanning portfolio with the ATLASCAN Pro, introduced in October 2025 and aimed at small and medium-sized manufacturers, R&D teams and educational institutions, with an emphasis on portability, straightforward operation and reverse-engineering software compatibility. Software integration has been another area of movement: in February 2025, Canadian measurement specialist Creaform introduced Creaform.OS and the Creaform Metrology Suite, replacing its earlier VXelements environment with a redesigned interface and integrated inspection and reverse-engineering tools.