Scan-to-CAD Specialists in LA

Precision
Reverse Engineering

Legacy Parts to Modern CAD.

We transform physical objects into fully editable, parametric CAD models (STEP, SolidWorks). Restore broken sections or optimize designs logic-first.

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Why Us

Why Manufacturers Trust Us

True reverse engineering is not a scan-to-mesh operation. We rebuild parametric intent — so your models are editable, manufacturable, and reliable.

Not Just a Scan-Wrap

Many services simply wrap a mesh over a scan and call it done. We rebuild geometry from scratch in parametric CAD, using the scan purely as a dimensional reference for true editability.

Design Intent Restoration

Worn and damaged parts lose their original geometry. We apply engineering logic — restoring true holes, symmetry planes, and feature patterns as the original designer intended.

Production-Ready Output

You receive water-tight STEP or native SolidWorks files, validated for CNC machining and Injection Molding. 2 rounds of revision are included with every delivery.

Workflow

From Physical Part to Production-Ready CAD

Our reverse engineering process goes far beyond scanning — we create fully editable models ready for manufacturing.

3D Scanning Stage

1. 3D Scanning

Using state-of-the-art blue-laser handheld scanners, we capture the exact geometry of your physical part down to 0.001" accuracy. This creates a dense, watertight point cloud and mesh, ensuring even the most complex surface profiles and wear patterns are captured without touching or damaging the original component.

CAD Conversion Stage

2. CAD Conversion

We don't just wrap a mesh; we rebuild design intent from scratch. Our engineers use the scan data as a reference to construct a fully parametric 3D CAD model (STEP/IGES) with sketch relations and feature histories. We restore worn areas, establish perfect symmetries, and clean up dimensional tolerances logically.

CAD Modification Stage

3. Refinement & Modification

Need to improve the legacy design? We can modify the CAD model to optimize strength, reduce weight, adjust dimensions, or prepare it for modern manufacturing methods. We validate changes using digital FEA stress analysis simulations, ensuring your final part outperforms the original legacy piece.

SYS.STATUS: ACTIVE MODE: HIGH-RESOLUTION 3D SCAN RESOLUTION: 0.020mm X: 0.00 Y: 0.00 Z: 0.00
Deliverables

What You Actually Get

Not just a mesh file — a complete engineering package ready for production.

  • Parametric CAD Model — Fully editable in SolidWorks, Fusion 360, CATIA, etc. with proper feature tree and design intent.
  • Neutral Formats — STEP, IGES, Parasolid exports for compatibility with any CAD/CAM system worldwide.
  • 2 Revision Rounds — We iterate until the model matches your expectations and manufacturing requirements perfectly.
  • Optional: 2D Drawings — Fully dimensioned engineering drawings with GD&T callouts for manufacturing.
Compatibility

Supported CAD Formats

We deliver in whatever format your manufacturing pipeline requires.

SolidWorks

.sldprt / .sldasm

STEP

.stp / .step

IGES

.igs / .iges

Fusion 360

.f3d / .f3z

AutoCAD

.dwg / .dxf

Inventor

.ipt / .iam

CATIA

.CATPart

Rhino

.3dm

Applications

Common Use Cases

Reverse engineering solves problems across every manufacturing industry.

Legacy Part Replacement

Original manufacturer out of business? No drawings available? We recreate the part from a physical sample, producing manufacturing-ready CAD.

Quality & Inspection

Compare manufactured parts against original CAD. Our scan-to-CAD comparison provides precise deviation reports for QC workflows.

Design Modification

Need to modify an existing part but don't have the CAD? We reverse engineer it, then make your requested changes to the parametric model.

NDA Available

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Describe your part and requirements. We'll provide a detailed scope and quote with full IP protection.

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F.A.Q.

Honest Answers to Your Questions

Engineering insights on how we bring your physical world into CAD.

Will I get a 'dead' mesh or an editable CAD file?

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We provide fully editable, parametric CAD files (STEP, IGES, or native SolidWorks). It's clean reconstruction, not just a scan-wrap.

How do you handle missing or broken sections?

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Our engineers use 'Design Intent' reconstruction to logically restore missing or damaged features based on mechanical logic.

Is it expensive to RE a complex assembly?

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Complexity adds time, but it's significantly cheaper than designing from scratch. We provide fixed-price quotes based on depth of work.

Can you modify the design during the RE process?

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Yes! We can strengthen parts or change diameters and features to improve your legacy design as we digitize it.

What CAD software is the output compatible with?

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Our files work in every professional suite (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Rhino) and are ready for CNC or injection molding.

Do you provide an accuracy validation report?

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Yes. We overlay the new CAD onto the scan data to prove that the reconstruction is perfectly faithful to the physical part.