Managing Restless and Hard-to-Handle Patients

Anyone who has ever scanned a fidgety, anxious or fast-moving animal knows how quickly an ultrasound cable can get in the way. Even with great patient handling skills, the simple act of shifting a cord can determine whether you get a perfect view or spend extra time trying to regain it.

The latest ScanX probe tackles this everyday challenge with a detachable, ultra-light design that can be used either wirelessly or with a traditional cable, depending on what the situation calls for.

Why Going Detachable Makes a Big Difference

For small animal ultrasound, this isn’t just a cosmetic upgrade. It changes how scanners can move around tricky patients. Small dog breeds, energetic cats and exotic species (hedgehogs absolutely earn an honorable mention here) can be unpredictable. They may attempt to jump away, curl into tight positions or simply refuse to hold still.

In these moments, the option to disconnect the cable and work wire free provides full range of motion and improved patient safety. Instead of constantly repositioning the patient, the scanner moves freely and keeps the probe where it needs to be without tugging cords through tight spaces.

Full Mobility With No Sacrifice in Image Quality

Convenience doesn’t come at the expense of image quality. Whether you scan cabled or wireless, the next-generation probe delivers the same clarity, resolution and depth that ScanX users expect. The technology, software and tablet platform remain unchanged. What evolves is your flexibility.

Scan the way that fits the environment rather than fighting against your equipment. Veterinary practices, rescues, barns and farm settings each present their own spatial challenges and the adaptable ScanX probe was designed to solve them.

Secure Magnetic Connection and Practical Engineering

The detachable design uses a strong magnetic connection that avoids loose contacts and reduces strain on joints that often wear down on cable-dependent systems. Wireless mode can be used for extended periods and when cable mode is preferred, power is supplied via USB rather than internal batteries. This reduces heat buildup and eliminates forced cool-down breaks during busy scanning days.

Portable By Design

Portability has always defined ScanX. The system weighs only 0.6 kilograms (approximately 1.5 pounds) and is paired with a durable 10.5-inch Microsoft Surface Go tablet for dependable use on the move. With over six hours of scanning time and integrated Wi-Fi sharing, images can be uploaded directly to websites, email or social platforms without extra cables or file transfers.

Remote servicing and future software updates can be handled without shipping your unit away and ScanX software is included for the lifetime of the device with no annual subscriptions or licensing fees.

Built for Pregnancy Scanning in Small Animals

ScanX is specifically engineered for small animal pregnancy ultrasound. It provides excellent detail for dogs, cats, sheep, goats and a wide variety of exotic species including tiny patients such as hedgehogs. The extended cine loop captures more than thirty seconds of movement, giving scanners significantly more information than the short loops built into many standard systems.

A Meaningful Shift in Everyday Workflow

For unpredictable patients, free movement translates into safer handling, better visibility and improved efficiency. The new ScanX probe makes that level of freedom standard without compromising image quality. For many professionals who have worked around cables for years, switching between cable-free and traditional modes feels like a genuine step forward in ergonomics and workflow.

Curious whether a detachable probe would change your scanning routine? Our team is happy to answer questions and trade-in options are available for current users.