Carestream CS 9300
Carestream · Model CS 9300
Multiple modalities. Attractive return on investment. Broad range of CBCT applications – such as paranasal sinus, temporal bone, dental implantology, trauma, and oral surgery -- enables expansion of dental and ENT services. True panoramic and one-shot cephalometric technologies provide stable revenue stream and increased productivity. Affordable, reliable equipment and low operating costs High cone beam CT image quality at low radiation dose. Broad range of isotropic resolutions (0.09 mm – 0.5 mm) and adjustable fields of view (ranging from 5 x 5 cm to 17 x 13.5 cm )ensure optimal image quality and dose for each exam. Ultra high CBCT resolution (0.09 mm) delivers superior fine bony structure visualization of temporal bone and radicular structures. CBCT radiation dose much lower than low-dose and standard conventional CT (MSCT) exams. A system that works the way you do, and helps you support your referral base. Streamlined user interface, preset programs and face-to-face positioning make exams quick and simple. DICOM conformance ensures easy integration with PACS, RIS, and printing systems. Intuitive, easy-to-use imaging software with improved features for reviewing, reporting and sharing images with referring dentists and physicians A trusted company, a proven product. Built on a proven CBCT platform with an installed base of over 3,000 units. Broad range of Carestream equipment and professional services such equipment service agreements, site planning and DICOM integration services. One-stop shopping for digital imaging and IT solutions from a company with over a century of medical and dental imaging expertise.
Key tips
- ·Biological-indicator verification applies to dental sterilizers exactly the same as hospital CSSD - no exception for smaller units.
- ·"Sounds different" is often the first real report of handpiece bearing wear, not an outright failure - investigate early rather than waiting.
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.
No or inconsistent exposure
HighSymptoms: No image, exposure will not trigger, images consistently under- or over-exposed, error code.
Root cause: Tube-head fault, an exposure-switch / timer fault, HV / generator fault, or a sensor / PSP-plate fault.
Sensor / imaging-plate fault (digital)
MediumSymptoms: Dead lines, artefacts, no image from the sensor, PSP plate scratched / fogged.
Root cause: Damaged intraoral sensor / cable, or worn PSP plates.
Pano / CBCT motion or reconstruction fault
MediumSymptoms: Blurred or distorted panoramic image, layer / focal-trough errors, reconstruction fails.
Root cause: Rotation drive / belt / encoder, patient-positioning error, or the reconstruction PC.
Tube-arm / balance fault
MediumSymptoms: Tube head drifts, will not stay positioned, arm joints loose.
Root cause: Worn arm springs / friction joints.
Software / acquisition fault
LowSymptoms: Images will not acquire, save or display in the practice-management software.
Root cause: TWAIN / driver, the acquisition PC, or the software.
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.
Intraoral sensor & cable / PSP plates
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$$R&R Fairly easy
Tube head / HV components
Class Major service partRel. cost $$$$R&R Difficult
Exposure switch / timer board
Class Major service partRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Pano rotation drive / belt / encoder
Class Major service partRel. cost $$$R&R Difficult
Tube-arm spring / friction-joint kit
Class Major service partRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intraoral sensor & cable / PSP plates | Periodic replacement | $$$ | Fairly easy |
| Tube head / HV components | Major service part | $$$$ | Difficult |
| Exposure switch / timer board | Major service part | $$ | Moderate |
| Pano rotation drive / belt / encoder | Major service part | $$$ | Difficult |
| Tube-arm spring / friction-joint kit | Major service part | $$ | Moderate |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
PM Checklist
Preventive-maintenance tasks typical of this equipment class. Perform to the manufacturer's procedure and your facility's policy - this is general reference, not a schedule for this specific unit.
- ·Daily handpiece lubrication and autoclave cycle verification
- ·Compressor moisture-trap draining
- ·Annual full PM
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: No or inconsistent exposure
- Confirm the exposure switch is held for the full exposure and the door / warning light works.
- Check the selected technique factors and any error code.
- Test the sensor / plate on a phantom.
- Verify tube output and timer accuracy with a dental X-ray meter.
- Escalate a confirmed tube-head / HV fault to the OEM.
Symptom: Poor sensor or pano image
- Swap in a known-good sensor / fresh PSP plate.
- Inspect the sensor cable for kinks / breaks.
- For pano, confirm patient positioning and the focal trough / layer selection.
- Run any image-calibration routine.
- Replace the sensor or refer the pano drive as isolated.
Typical Location
Where this class of equipment is typically deployed - general reference, not this unit's own placement record.
- Dental operatory
- Oral surgery suite
- CSSD (dental sterilizers)
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