At the Architecture Library, we have 5 types of scanners, each with unique qualities. Selection depends on the format and purpose of your scan.
Use for | Scanner Name | Image quality | Scan Area | Things to Know | Photo |
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Textual sources (books) | KIC Bookeye Scanners |
default 200dpi max 400dpi (click gear symbol) |
18x24.4" |
Scan to USB or email Overhead scanning *Scanning software may distort scans; built for optimizing text legibility |
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Large designs and artworks | WideTEK25 "Fancy" Scanner |
depends on template max 1200dpi |
18.5x25" |
Scan via USB or using connected computer 3D illumination for texture *Tricky software and slower speeds can be frustrating |
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Smaller designs and artworks | EPSON V600 Photo | max 6400 dpi | 8.5x11.7" | ||
Books and journals | OpticBook A300 | max 600 dpi | 12x17" |
Can lay book or journal flat via book edge *Use VueScan application |
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Multi-use | EPSON DS50000 | max 600 dpi | 11.7x17" |