Hexagon has launched the HYPERSCAN SR, a fully wireless optical tracking 3D scanner for industrial inspection in production environments, supplier facilities and field-service locations. The Swedish measurement technology company introduced the system on October 12, 2026.
The scanner combines WiFi 6 connectivity, swappable batteries and dynamic optical tracking to reduce the preparation required for dimensional inspection. Hexagon says inspection teams and field-service engineers can operate it without relying on a dedicated metrology specialist.
Wireless optical tracking for on-site inspection
HYPERSCAN SR targets small- to medium-sized components such as welded machine frames, cast housings, tooling, fixtures and vehicle interiors. It is designed to measure parts where they are located rather than requiring them to be moved to dedicated measurement rooms.
Dynamic optical tracking maintains a common coordinate system between the scanner and the component, enabling the system to compensate for movement and vibration that can complicate dimensional inspection outside controlled environments. Both the handheld scanner and its separate optical tracking unit carry wireless connectivity and battery power, eliminating external wireless accessories or cables between the devices. Hexagon says 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 surfaces, fine features, edges and holes. Using blue laser scanning technology, it offers resolution down to 0.03 mm, a maximum tracking distance of 4.2 m, 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, and its measurement accuracy is validated according to VDI/VDE 2634 Part 3.
Darren Goh, Product Director for Handheld 3D Scanners at Hexagon, said dynamic tracking makes the system quick to deploy and simple enough for everyday operators to pick up and use, adding that its fully wireless, battery-powered design lets teams bring it into limited-access and power-limited areas that larger cabled setups cannot reach.
Integrated software and automation capabilities
HYPERSCAN SR ships with 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, and Galaxy LEAP referencing uses common targets to align measurements captured from multiple tracking positions within a single coordinate system. The scanner can also be integrated into robotic measurement systems using Hexagon's standardized integration kit, with the company noting that these capabilities can support additive manufacturing workflows such as dimensional verification of 3D printed components against their original CAD models.
Expanding the HYPERSCAN range
HYPERSCAN SR joins the HYPERSCAN Ultra and HYPERSCAN Super as the most mobile model in Hexagon's optical tracking scanner range. While SR captures up to four million points per second, Ultra and Super reach up to 8.3 million points per second, with maximum tracking volumes of 50 m³ and 100 m³ respectively, suiting larger components and more extensive inspection operations. All three share dynamic tracking technology, software workflows and robotic integration support. Hexagon positions the SR primarily for portable inspection, with the Ultra and Super aimed at broader production and automated measurement applications. The company says HYPERSCAN SR is available globally through its own organization and its reseller network.
Hexagon had previously expanded its handheld scanning portfolio with the ATLASCAN Pro, introduced in October 2025 for small and medium-sized manufacturers, R&D teams and educational institutions, emphasizing portability, straightforward operation and compatibility with reverse engineering software. The SR carries that focus on accessibility into a fully wireless optical tracking system. Software integration is also evolving in the sector: in February 2025, Canadian 3D measurement specialist Creaform introduced Creaform.OS and the Creaform Metrology Suite, replacing its earlier VXelements environment with a redesigned interface, streamlined onboarding and integrated tools for inspection and reverse engineering.