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Reverse Engineering.
Physical part
to production drawing.

3D scanning, CAD reconstruction, and legacy part documentation. When drawings don’t exist — we create them. Fast, accurate, and production-ready.


±0.001″
Scan Accuracy
STEP / IGES
Output Formats
24–48h
Quote Turnaround
GD&T
Drawing Standard
ISO 9001
Certified Network
// Capabilities

From part to production-ready data.

3D Laser Scanning
High-resolution structured light and laser scanning of physical parts. Captures complex surfaces and organic geometries with accuracy to ±0.001″.
STRUCTURED LIGHTLASER SCANPOINT CLOUD

CAD Reconstruction
Point cloud data converted to parametric STEP or IGES CAD models. Solid modeling in SolidWorks, CATIA, or NX. Ready for machining or molding.
STEPIGESSOLIDWORKSCATIA

Engineering Drawings
Full GD&T drawings created from scan data or existing parts. Includes dimensional callouts, tolerances, material specs, and surface finish requirements.
GD&TASME Y14.5TOLERANCE STACK

Legacy Part Documentation
Obsolete or undocumented parts reverse engineered and fully documented. Critical for MRO, replacement parts, and supply chain qualification of alternates.
MROLEGACY PARTSREPLACEMENT

Inspection & Deviation Analysis
Compare scanned part geometry against nominal CAD or drawing. Color-deviation maps highlight out-of-tolerance areas for production quality control.
DEVIATION MAPFIRST ARTICLEQC REPORT

Design for Manufacturability
Reverse engineered models reviewed for DFM before going to production. We flag features that drive cost and suggest improvements without compromising function.
DFM REVIEWCOST REDUCTIONREDESIGN

// Our Process

From physical part to production in 4 steps.

01
Send Us Your Part
Ship the physical part or provide photos and dimensions. We’ll confirm scope and turnaround before scanning begins.
02
3D Scan & Point Cloud Capture
Structured light or laser scanning captures full geometry with accuracy to ±0.001″. Complex surfaces, undercuts, and internal features included.
03
CAD Reconstruction & Drawing
Point cloud processed into parametric solid model. GD&T drawing created to ASME Y14.5 standard. Output in STEP, IGES, or native format.
04
Ready for Production
Deliver CAD files and drawings directly to your machinist, molder, or fabricator — or let us quote the production run immediately.

// Why Nimble

No drawings?
No problem.

Legacy equipment breaks. Suppliers disappear. Drawings get lost. We reconstruct what you need — fast — so production doesn’t stop.

Every reverse engineering engagement includes a DFM review. If the part can be redesigned for easier manufacturing or lower cost, we’ll tell you before you go to production.

24–48h turnaround on simple parts

Full GD&T drawing included

DFM review on every project

All files and IP remain yours

Direct path to machining or molding quote

// Common Use Cases
Obsolete Replacement Parts
OEM no longer supports the part. We scan, document, and produce a drop-in replacement.

Competitive Benchmarking
Understand how a competitor’s part is designed and manufactured — legally and accurately.

Tooling & Fixture Documentation
Undocumented tooling, jigs, and fixtures fully scanned and documented for manufacturing.

// Request a Quote

Tell us about
your project.

Send photos of the part or ship it to us. We’ll confirm scope, turnaround, and pricing — typically within 24 hours.

Photos, sketches, or physical part accepted

Quote within 24 hours

All IP and files remain yours

NDA available on request

Prefer email? Reach us at
[email protected]


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