Toshiba PVT-350BTP Ultrasound Probe Repair

If your Toshiba PVT-350BTP is producing degraded images, failing probe tests or showing physical damage, this page helps you judge what is likely wrong and whether a repair makes sense before you commit to a replacement.

Manufacturer	Toshiba
Model	PVT-350BTP
Probe type	Convex array
Compatible systems	Canon Aplio i700 (TUS-AI700), Toshiba Aplio 300 (TUS-A300), Toshiba Aplio 500 (TUS-A500), Toshiba Aplio XG (SSA-790A), Toshiba Viamo (SSA-640A), Toshiba Xario (SSA-660A)

In service the PVT-350BTP is most often found on Canon Aplio i700 (TUS-AI700), Toshiba Aplio 300 (TUS-A300), Toshiba Aplio 500 (TUS-A500), Toshiba Aplio XG (SSA-790A), Toshiba Viamo (SSA-640A) and other listed systems. Console-side settings and module revisions still vary, so the exact system build is part of any assessment.

On convex probes such as the PVT-350BTP, the curved acoustic window wears unevenly under pressure-heavy scanning; lens condition is the first thing to check when image quality drops.

Common failure modes for the PVT-350BTP

Match what you are seeing against the table below. The right-hand column reflects how faults of this kind typically assess – the actual verdict always depends on the individual probe.

What you see	Likely cause	Typically repairable?
Visible nicks, grooves or staining on the lens surface	Wear from use, or chemical attack from disinfectants	Usually repairable
Latch or locking hardware damaged on the connector shell	Mechanical damage to the connector shell	Usually repairable
Depth performance clearly below what this probe used to deliver	Ageing elements or lens delamination reducing acoustic output	Case by case
Split seams or impact marks on the probe body	Impact damage; housing can usually be replaced or resealed	Usually repairable
Dark bands or dropout lines in the image	Failed transducer elements or a broken conductor in the cable	Case by case
Whole regions of the image blank across the array width	Widespread element or acoustic stack failure	Usually not economical
Grainy, low-detail image even after presets are checked	Lens wear or early element degradation	Case by case

Check these before you ship the probe

• Photograph the complete manufacturer label – the exact revision matters for parts compatibility.
• Check the strain reliefs at both ends for splits, stiffness or separation from the cable.
• Inspect the lens face under good light for cuts, bubbles, lifting edges or discoloration.
• Flex the cable gently along its length while imaging – intermittent dropout points to broken conductors.
• Compare penetration and uniformity against a known-good probe on the same preset.

Repair, exchange or replace — which applies to your PVT-350BTP

For the PVT-350BTP, think in terms of damage depth: surface and cable-level faults are usually repairable at a fraction of replacement cost; acoustic stack failures are evaluated case by case; extensive element loss generally means replacement. Send the symptoms and photos first – that determines the path before anything ships.

What we need to quote your PVT-350BTP repair

• A clear photo of the complete manufacturer and model label on the probe
• A description of the fault: what you see on screen and when it started
• The ultrasound system (console) the probe is used with
• Screenshots or photos of the image problem, if the fault is visual
• Photos of any physical damage – lens, housing, cable or connector

Product imagery on this page is representative of the PVT-350BTP probe family and is not a photograph of your specific unit. This page does not claim OEM authorization or universal compatibility. Repair feasibility, turnaround and commercial terms are confirmed in writing after assessment of the actual probe.