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Trimble X12

Enhance your perspective.

The Trimble® X12 3D laser scanning system unites the best of both worlds with industry-leading hardware and ultra-efficient Trimble Perspective software for guaranteed peak performance.

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Benefits and performance

High-end laser scanning with exceptional scanning speed and range combined with laser-focused accuracy and imagery is more accessible with the easy to use Trimble X12.

Confidence that the job is done right

Top notch-performance equals confidence in precise data capture with the superior speed, accuracy and range of the X12.

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Streamlined, accessible workflows

Trimble Perspective provides in-field registration to refine data in the field and enables peak performance back to the office thanks to seamless workflows. 

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Scan speed

Up to 2.187 million pts/sec

Scan range

0.3 m to 250 m working range 365 m ambiguity interval

Scan time

23 sec to 6 min 0.3 m to 250 m (working range)

Features and capabilities

Superior data quality
High end performance

Superior data quality

Exceptional accuracy, range and speed to quickly capture high density data with low range noise for the most complex applications.

Incomparable image acquisition
Clear imagery

Incomparable image acquisition

Sharp, parallax free images for flawless panoramas and scan colorization, plus LED spotlights to capture images even in complete darkness.

Intuitive & powerful
Field software

Intuitive & powerful

Trimble Perspective provides unparalleled clarity in the field with automatic scan registration and full 3D visibility to validate data in real time.

Complete scanning solution
Office software

Complete scanning solution

With Trimble Business Center or RealWorks software, leverage advanced application specific tools for registration, scan analysis and design to enhance final deliverables.

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Industries and applications

The future of your work.

Trimble facilitates high quality, productive workflows and data exchange, driving value for a global, diverse user base.

Industries

Discover how Trimble can help you solve your industry's most complex challenges and uncover opportunities to work smarter.

Applications

Trimble transforms data into real-world intelligence using the most progressive, reliable and accurate precision technology to meet needs of varied applications.

Product summary

Trimble X12

Accessible high-end 3D laser scanning system.

Product line
Laser Scanning

Product

Specifications

  • High resolution point clouds

    Up to 2.187 million pts per second

  • Superior scan range

    0.3 m to 365 m ambiguity interval

  • Quick, flexible point cloud capture

    Full dome scans as fast as 23 seconds

  • Sharp, clean image acquisition

    Colorized point clouds, parallax free

  • Ease of use

    Intuitive Trimble Perspective workflows

  • LED spotlight

    Easy capture in dark environments

Compare Terrestrial Scanning Systems

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Scan SpeedScan RangeRange Noise3D Point AccuracyScan TimeImagingImage Acquisition TimeInterfaceDual Axis CompensatorIngress ProtectionLaser Class
Trimble X7Trimble X7Up to 500 kHz0.6 m–80 m< 2.5 mm @ 30 m3.5 mm @20 m2-7 minutes3 coaxial, calibrated 10MP cameras1-2 min Standard (2-6min HDR)WLAN via Trimble Perspective Windows tablet or Perspective Mobile from Apple or Android deviceAccuracy <3", Range ±10°IP55Laser class 1, eye safe in accordance with IEC EN60825-1
Trimble X9Trimble X9Up to 1000 kHz0.6 m–150 m< 1.5 mm @ 30 m on 80% albedo3.0 mm @20 m1-6 minutes3 coaxial, calibrated 10MP cameras1-2 min Standard (2-6 min HDR)WLAN via Trimble Perspective Windows tablet or Perspective Mobile from Apple or Android deviceAccuracy <3", Range ±10°IP55Laser class 1, eye safe in accordance with IEC EN60825-1
Trimble X12Trimble X12Up to 2,187 kHz0.3 m–250 m; 365 m (Ambiguity Interval)0.25 mm @ 25 m (136 kHz)2.2 mm @20 m1-3 minutes80 MP panorama, paralax free image matching2-2.5 min (HDR)Onboard touchscreen or Trimble Perspective on Windows tabletAccuracy 14", Range ±0.5°, Resolution 0.001°IP54Laser class 1, eye safe in accordance with IEC 60825-1
Trimble SX12Trimble SX1226.6 kHz0.9 m–600 m1.5 mm @ 50 m on 18-90% reflectivity2.5 mm @100 m std dev on sphere target position12 minutes3 calibrated cameras in telescope powered by Trimble VISION™ technology2.5 min StandardWLAN via Trimble AccessAccuracy 0.5", Range ±5.4', Resolution 0.3"IP55Pulsed laser 1550 nm; Laser class 1M

Laser scanning

Trimble X12

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Works with...

Trimble RealWorks
Office software

Trimble RealWorks

Software for 3D scanning professionals.
Trimble Perspective
Field software

Trimble Perspective

Get full control over your scans in the field.
Trimble Business Center
Office software

Trimble Business Center

Field-to-finish survey CAD software.
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Trimble T10x

Rugged tablet to process intensive projects.

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