Hexagon has introduced the HYPERSCAN SR, a fully wireless optical tracking 3D scanner designed for industrial inspection in production environments, supplier facilities and field-service locations. The Swedish measurement technology company launched the system on October 12, 2026, combining WiFi 6 connectivity, swappable batteries and dynamic optical tracking to reduce the preparation required for dimensional inspection.
According to Hexagon, the scanner can be operated by inspection teams and field-service engineers without relying on a dedicated metrology specialist. It targets small- to medium-sized components including welded machine frames, cast housings, tooling, fixtures and vehicle interiors, and is intended to enable measurements where components are located rather than requiring them to be moved to dedicated measurement rooms.
Wireless tracking for on-site inspection
HYPERSCAN SR uses dynamic optical tracking to maintain a common coordinate system between the scanner and the component being measured, allowing 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 incorporate wireless connectivity and battery power, removing the need for 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 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 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 also supports data export in STL, OBJ, PLY and other formats. Compatibility with Geomagic Control X and PolyWorks enables further inspection workflows, while Geomagic Design X supports reverse engineering and the creation of editable CAD models from scanned geometry. Hexagon’s advanced Geomagic software packages are licensed separately.
An optional HYPERPROBE contact measurement accessory extends the system to features that are difficult to inspect optically. HYPERSCAN SR 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, the scanner can be integrated into robotic measurement systems using Hexagon’s standardized integration kit, and 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 existing HYPERSCAN Ultra and HYPERSCAN Super systems as the most mobile model in Hexagon’s optical tracking scanner range. While the SR captures up to four million points per second, Ultra and Super offer rates of up to 8.3 million points per second, with respective maximum tracking volumes of 50 m³ and 100 m³, 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 Ultra and Super target broader production and automated measurement applications.
Hexagon says HYPERSCAN SR is available globally through the company and its reseller network. The launch extends a recent push toward accessibility in handheld scanning. The company introduced the ATLASCAN Pro 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.