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Emerging Technology in Open Lab

This LibGuide provides information on the equipment and tools available in Open Lab to all members of the Pitt community.

Epson 12000XL 2D Scanner

Epson Scanner:

  • Document size up to 12 x 17 inches.
  • Up to 4800 ppi resolution.

Best for:

  • Digitizing transparent materials, such as film negatives or positives.
  • Digitizing objects that are too large for public access scanners.
  • When a very high-resolution scan is required.

Have more questions? Send us an email us or stop by Open Lab to speak with one of our staff members.

Are you ready to get started? Visit our Canvas module on 3D scanning to get training.

Quartz A0 2D Oversized Materials Scanner

The Quartz A0 scanner

  • Document size up to 49 x 34  inches.
  • 400 or 600 ppi (800 ppi is available in special cases).

Best for:

  • Digitizing oversized materials or objects with unique dimensions.
  • Digitizing objects that require delicate handling or can't be put onto a flatbed scanner.

Have more questions? Send us an email us or stop by Open Lab to speak with one of our staff members.

Are you ready to get started? Visit our Canvas module on 3D scanning to get training.