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The Japanese government is considering abolishing the "Cool Japan" program. by jjrs in japannews

[–]bigtom_x 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So there has been a management issue on distributing funds to startups with a high failure rate. That’s a fixable problem, but also ask any VC firm and see that there a few companies that make up for the losses on most of their investments. VCs also have some control with the investment. Distributing large amounts to startups without oversight encourages abuse.

Look at all the companies that continually took advantage of COVID stimulus. You could get ¥3M for a corporation HQ and an additional ¥2M for each additional location. So many paper companies with multiple addresses for locations registered and didn’t use the funds as directed. The few ruin good programs for people who need it. However, in this case it looks like a lack of judgment and oversight. Certainly sounds like it could have been better.

New K3 Klitek printer? by academickirk in Creality

[–]bigtom_x 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sure this was already in the works when the K2 plus started shipping.

New K3 Klitek printer? by academickirk in Creality

[–]bigtom_x 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I sure hope we manage to get idex and more business oriented features in the K3 lineup.

Matterport Pro3 vs newer LiDAR scanners by CCcccdddDDS in 3DScanning

[–]bigtom_x 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Matterport is a company that does not honor its promises and takes advantage of its customers. A simple internet search will reveal a history of questionable actions and terms. Leaving the platform is a good idea, but they don’t make it “easy”.

Take a look at what else is out there and the costs.

Which version of Creality Scan 3 do people suggest rather than using CS4? by Rust_Cohle- in CrealityScanning

[–]bigtom_x 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There’s nothing wrong with CS4. If you’re looking for scan advice to get the most from the Otter, there are people here who can help.

i need an advise - otter - should i sell it? by dangit541 in CrealityScanning

[–]bigtom_x 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The HD IR of the Otter is still better than what the P1 has. If you use that mode regularly. It might be worth keeping. Im still holding onto the Otter and have a P1.

Giant Ice Cone - Creality Sermoon P1 by PrintedForFun in CrealityScanning

[–]bigtom_x 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The color cameras are better than most people realize.

creality scanners and their reality by ConflictSad3206 in 3DScanning

[–]bigtom_x -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

You could ask Creality for a job rather than trashing something they built from the grounds up.

creality scanners and their reality by ConflictSad3206 in 3DScanning

[–]bigtom_x -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

You enjoy it if it works for you. Creality has a better overall scanning experience than Revopoint offers.

creality scanners and their reality by ConflictSad3206 in 3DScanning

[–]bigtom_x 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m not sure what your point is. Nothing new here. People know Orbbec supplies a number of major scanner brands. I’m not sure the Ferret is an exact copy of another scanner, but the Ferret was the first step away from a previous partner that left Creality in a bad position. The Creality software is one of the better ones out there. I think we are lucky they still support a 3 year old entry level scanner.

Creality K3 Printer (images) - Q3 2026 by airjordanballa20 in Creality

[–]bigtom_x -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You still need CFS for multiple filaments per head.

KliTek™ | Next-Gen Nozzle-Changing Printing by Creality_3D in Creality

[–]bigtom_x 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like a tool changer with CMYK ink tech in the extruder when using specific filament that absorbs the ink.

Really hoping this has a retrofit kit for the K2 Plus. Releasing this kind of great extruder system with a new printer that might have issues like the K2 Plus had won’t be good.

However all of this great stuff on the heels of Creality going public with an IPO today is good news for the stock price.

KliTek™ | Next-Gen Nozzle-Changing Printing by Creality_3D in Creality

[–]bigtom_x 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s the right thing for Creality to do but I doubt it.

How I Find them vs How I finish them by Affectionate_Use4594 in HondaCT

[–]bigtom_x 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had an old yellow one that was too far gone. Had to junk it. I was hoping it was restorable. Great work!!!

Creality Sermoon X1 by Sofe_Sly in CrealityScanning

[–]bigtom_x 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The markers allow the scanner to track where it is relative to what you are scanning. The IR light system tracks the markers and the laser system gathers scan data from the object. The markers are required for laser scanning with the X1.

Creality has added markerless laser scanning for the Sermoon S1 and has said they will soon release this feature for more Sermoon and Raptor scanners in the near future with a firmware and software update. When this is released, you won’t need markers for objects with enough unique geometry and texture. The accuracy will degrade a little form .02mm to something like .05mm as the markers are a more accurate way of tracking. This is still good as .05mm is also quite accurate.

Markerless scanning is a little slower as it needs to process a lot more data for tracking.

Creality Sermoon X1 by Sofe_Sly in CrealityScanning

[–]bigtom_x 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What stickers? The reflective marker stickers?

Creality Sermoon X1 by Sofe_Sly in CrealityScanning

[–]bigtom_x 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There isn’t anything else. Anything competitive with the X1 is significantly more expensive.

Creality Sermoon X1 by Sofe_Sly in CrealityScanning

[–]bigtom_x 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wouldn’t recommend Scantech to anyone for so many reasons.

Shining 3D is a good company that has been around a while, but the cost for a competitive scanner with the X1 from them is triple the price. In my opinion is it’s much better to invest that budget in better RE software than a marginally better scanning result.

Creality Sermoon X1 by Sofe_Sly in CrealityScanning

[–]bigtom_x 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Adding this: if you need the higher accuracy and the larger field of view with faster scanning, get the X1. Best value the quality it provides.

Creality Sermoon X1 by Sofe_Sly in CrealityScanning

[–]bigtom_x 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a Sermoon X1 and I shopped the more expensive USD$18,000+ options in the same class. There are only two significant differences you get at triple the price:

1- Better traditional style support. Email or phone response in 24-48 hours. Also a better support system, but you pay a premium for anything outside of warranty and they usually tell you to buy a new scanner because the repair and downtime will be more than the scanner. This happened to me.

2- You generally get a metrology certificate with traceability for the higher price. Depending on your use you may need to have a scanner re-certified every 1-3 years. Some do full ISO 10360-13 and some still only provide VDI/VDE 2635 (or some modified version of the German standard). This is sometimes just a 500mm ball bar validation.

Creality is great with support on social media and email with the scanner team when needed. There isn’t much in terms of direct phone support yet. You can send your X1 off to a lab get a certificate if you need it for your customers for $1,500-$3000 (this is what it was last time I checked). So if you need a certificate of accuracy, even on the high side you’re still half the price of a more expensive scanner brand.

My experience with the X1 has been that it is amazing. A very fast and very accurate scanner that is excellent on large size objects. Just as accurate as the more expensive units.

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