Before buying second-hand equipment, check the service record, handpiece condition, replacement-part availability, warranty status and whether the current instructions are still available.
Used equipment can hide wear
Radial shockwave handpieces and internal components can be pulse-limited wear items. A used unit should therefore be evaluated with its service history, pulse counts, replacement-part availability and warranty status—not only by cosmetic condition.
Used-equipment checklist
- Model, serial number and hardware revision
- Documented service and consumable replacement history
- Handpiece/barrel/projectile condition
- Display, fans, pumps/compressor and cables
- Availability of current instructions and accessories
- Transferability of warranty or service agreements
- Regulatory status and labeling in your market
When new may be worth the premium
New equipment is easier to justify when warranty, current training, known service life and predictable support matter more than the upfront saving.
Sources & verification
References used for the product specifications and health information on this page are listed below.