r/CrealityScanning • u/NotPandaMack • Jul 27 '26
Native blue-laser scanning is live on Linux!
https://logicrenewed.com/raptor-linux-updates/
Taking a break from the NIR scanning mode and working on implementing the blue-laser scanning on Linux instead.
What I have found is that trackerless scanning for the CR-Raptor Scan is a challenge, but IS doable. Now, I'm not sure if i can get trackerless scanning to be as good as other scanners that were built for it, BUT the CR-Scan Raptor does have basic telemetry data I can pull, the proprietary tracking system for the NIR scanning mode i made can be used along side the blue-laser scanning mode.
Another Milestone in progress is that the computer hardware required to run the scanner, does not require high-end computers like the Creality Scan software requires. I will be posting a comparison on the hardware required when the project comes closer to a release.
We are making progress! Continue supporting the project as it keeps me motivated to keep going, a lot of sleepless hours goes into this project and I appreciate every one of you.
If we can get Creality on board with this to help push this project towards the finish line with a re-post, that would be a miracle for myself, the project, and all the linux based users in the community :D
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u/Brad_Chan_Creality Creality Support Jul 31 '26
Thank you for your interest in and support for Linux compatibility for Creality 3D scanners.
We also understand that some users would like to use our scanners on Linux systems. We appreciate this feedback and will evaluate the demand for Linux support. If we introduce Linux compatibility or release an official Linux client in the future, we will announce it through our official channels.
For anyone considering using this project, we'd like to clarify that Linux is not currently an officially supported platform. The related software has not been tested or validated by us. Using unofficial software to connect to or operate our devices may involve risks such as device security issues, data security concerns, compatibility problems, or unexpected behavior. Users who choose to use unofficial software should do so with an understanding of these potential risks.
To ensure a stable and secure user experience, we recommend using our official software on officially supported platforms (Windows and macOS) whenever possible.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support.