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The ScanPad ultrasound system has been a leading choice for small animal pregnancy scanning for more than a decade. Known for its reliability, image clarity, and ease of use, it is a professional grade ultrasound machine designed to support breeders and veterinary professionals in real world scanning environments.
Despite its durability, we occasionally hear from customers whose ScanPad will not power on, even though the machine has seen relatively little use. In the vast majority of cases, this issue is not a fault with the system itself, but rather the result of incorrect battery usage.
Understanding how the ScanPad battery is designed to function and following a few simple maintenance principles can prevent these problems entirely.
The internal battery in the ScanPad is designed to act as a safety net. It allows you to move between locations, complete a scan without interruption, or continue working briefly if a power outlet is not immediately available.
What it is not designed for is long term, everyday operation without being connected to mains power. Professional ultrasound systems such as the ScanPad are engineered to perform best when powered directly from an electrical outlet.
Using the battery as the primary power source for extended periods can significantly reduce its lifespan.
Modern lithium based batteries behave very differently from older battery technologies. They do not benefit from being fully discharged. In fact, repeated deep discharge can permanently damage the battery’s ability to recharge.
We commonly see situations where a ScanPad is used intermittently on battery power, allowed to drop to a low charge level, and then not fully recharged. Over time, this can result in a battery that will no longer hold power, even though the rest of the machine remains in excellent condition.
Fortunately, proper battery care is straightforward and easy to implement.
Whenever an electrical outlet is available, your ScanPad should be plugged in and operated from mains power.
This approach:
Reduces wear on the battery
Provides consistent performance during scans
Extends the overall life of the battery
Helps protect a significant equipment investment
Most scanning environments, including homes, clinics, and farms, have accessible power. Taking advantage of this is the simplest way to preserve battery health.
If you do need to operate your ScanPad on battery power, it is important to recharge it correctly afterward.
We recommend:
Plugging the system in as soon as you return to a power source
Allowing several hours for charging or charging overnight
Ensuring the battery reaches a full charge before the next use
Short or incomplete charging cycles can contribute to gradual battery degradation.
A common misconception is that draining a battery completely helps maintain performance. This is no longer true for modern ultrasound equipment.
To maintain battery health:
Recharge before the battery drops below approximately 20 percent
Do not continue scanning once the battery level becomes critically low
Treat low battery warnings as a prompt to reconnect to mains power
Keeping the battery well charged helps ensure it is ready when it is genuinely needed.
The ScanPad battery is best thought of as emergency support rather than a primary power supply. Using it in this way dramatically improves reliability and long term performance.
The ScanPad 2026 is the latest refinement of a platform trusted by breeders since 2013. Every update reflects years of research, customer feedback, and real world scanning experience.
Key benefits of the ScanPad include:
Exceptional image quality, further enhanced in the 2026 model
Lightweight and portable design, weighing just 3.2 kg
Improved probe connection for added durability and stability
Streamlined, user friendly interface for confident operation
Proprietary ScanX probe technology for superior imaging
Pulsed Wave Doppler for visualizing and measuring fetal blood flow
Built in speakers for hearing fetal heartbeats
Ongoing customer support, including complimentary Zoom training sessions
This combination of innovation, portability, and imaging performance has made the ScanPad one of the most trusted ultrasound systems for small animal pregnancy scanning.
Proper battery maintenance plays a crucial role in ensuring your ScanPad delivers years of dependable service. By using mains power whenever possible, avoiding deep discharge, and fully recharging after battery use, you can significantly extend battery life and reduce the risk of unexpected downtime.
If you have questions about charging, battery performance, or system operation, our support team is always available to help. A well maintained battery ensures your ScanPad is ready when it matters most.
