ATL P12-5
ATL · Model P12-5
12 to 5 MHz extended operating frequency range. Steerable pulsed and continuous wave Doppler, color Doppler, and. Color Power Angio, XRES imaging.
Typical Failure Modes
Compiled for this model from its own documentation and established engineering knowledge for this equipment class - not from a verified service record. Confirm against the manufacturer's service manual.
Image dropout / dead element lines
HighSymptoms: Persistent dark bands or a missing sector that do not move with the anatomy.
Root cause: Failed piezoelectric elements in the array.
Intermittent image with cable flex
HighSymptoms: Image drops, flickers or is noisy when the cable or strain relief is moved.
Root cause: Broken conductors in the transducer cable or at the connector.
Acoustic lens / membrane damage
MediumSymptoms: Haze, comet artefacts, reduced penetration, a visible cut or bubble under the lens.
Root cause: Lens delamination or a puncture letting fluid into the acoustic stack.
Connector pin damage / not recognised
MediumSymptoms: Scanner does not detect the probe or shows the wrong probe; bent or corroded pins.
Root cause: Damaged scanner-connector pins or a wet / dirty connector.
Serviceable Parts & Consumables
Serviceable items for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Service class and relative cost are estimates, not manufacturer figures; no part numbers are given. Confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
Transducer cable
Manufacturer / authorised repair only.
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$$R&R Difficult
Scanner connector assembly
Class Major service partRel. cost $$$R&R Difficult
Acoustic lens / membrane
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$$R&R Expert-level
Strain-relief boot
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $R&R Moderate
Needle-guide bracket
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $R&R Easy
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transducer cable Manufacturer / authorised repair only. | Periodic replacement | $$$ | Difficult |
| Scanner connector assembly | Major service part | $$$ | Difficult |
| Acoustic lens / membrane | Periodic replacement | $$$ | Expert-level |
| Strain-relief boot | Periodic replacement | $ | Moderate |
| Needle-guide bracket | Periodic replacement | $ | Easy |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
Troubleshooting Approach
A starting sequence for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: Dropout or dead lines
- Confirm the artefact stays fixed on screen and is not gel-bubble shadowing.
- Wipe off all gel, clean the lens and re-gel.
- Try the probe on a second compatible scanner, and a known-good probe on this scanner.
- Inspect the lens for cuts or delamination.
- If the probe is confirmed faulty, return it for repair - do not open the housing.
Symptom: Image drops when the cable is moved
- Flex the cable along its length and at both ends while imaging a phantom.
- Inspect the connector pins and the cable jacket.
- Confirm the connector is dry and fully latched.
- Return the probe for repair if the fault tracks the cable.
- Electrical-safety-test after any repair.
Technical Specs
- Frequency Range
- 12 to 5 MHz
Documents & Manuals
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