A failing Esaote SP2730 does not always mean buying a new probe. Use the fault table below to match what you are seeing on screen to a likely cause, then check what a repair assessment would need.
| Manufacturer | Esaote |
|---|---|
| Model | SP2730 |
| Probe type | Convex array |
| Compatible systems | Esaote MyLab Gamma, Esaote MyLab Sigma, Esaote MyLab Six |
The SP2730 typically pairs with Esaote MyLab Gamma, Esaote MyLab Sigma, Esaote MyLab Six; the same fault can present differently between console revisions, which is why the host system is asked for with the quote details.
Curved arrays like the SP2730 see heavy abdominal duty, and the curved lens face takes the brunt of it – delamination and membrane wear typically show up before element failures do.
Common failure modes for the SP2730
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? |
|---|---|---|
| Depth performance clearly below what this probe used to deliver | Ageing elements or lens delamination reducing acoustic output | Case by case |
| Strain relief pulling away from the cable or gone rigid | Flex fatigue where the cable meets the probe or connector | Usually repairable |
| Air pockets or peeling visible on the acoustic lens | The lens separating from the acoustic stack underneath | Usually repairable |
| Bent, broken or corroded connector pins | Mechanical damage from forcing or dropping the connector | Usually repairable |
| Grainy, low-detail image even after presets are checked | A worn lens surface or elements beginning to degrade | Case by case |
| Image cuts out when the cable is flexed | Broken internal conductors in the cable | Case by case |
| Dark bands or dropout lines in the image | Failed transducer elements or a broken conductor in the cable | Case by case |
Check these before you ship the probe
- Flex the cable gently along its length while imaging – intermittent dropout points to broken conductors.
- Run the system’s built-in probe test or element check if your console provides one.
- Photograph the complete manufacturer label – the exact revision matters for parts compatibility.
- Inspect the lens face under good light for cuts, bubbles, lifting edges or discoloration.
- Check the strain reliefs at both ends for splits, stiffness or separation from the cable.
Repair, exchange or replace — which applies to your SP2730
For the SP2730, 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 SP2730 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 SP2730 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.
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