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⛵️ 3D scanning with the brand new EinScan Rigil Lite Ep 674
12 April 2026 · 22 min · 77K views
What this video covers
Mads uses the EinScan RigidLite 3D scanner to capture precise surface data of the cabin top and window frames on his 44-foot Antares catamaran, Spiffy.▶ 0:20 The project aims to create accurate molds for custom-bent 10mm acrylic windows, replacing damaged originals that showed signs of installation-induced warping.▶ 1:49 To ensure accuracy, he compares his scan data against a neighboring Antares in the marina and uses EX-Scan and EX-Model software to process point clouds into usable CAD surfaces.▶ 10:24 The scanning process involves applying 3D scanning spray to tinted surfaces and placing tracking dots on the cabin top to maintain alignment.▶ 6:50 After scanning the area, Mads removes the cracked window using an oscillating multitool with specialized blades, though he notes that blade length limitations complicated the removal of the sealant flange.▶ 12:44 The resulting scan data allows for sub-millimeter surface deviation analysis, which he deems sufficient for the window replacement project.▶ 16:29
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