EDAN Acclarix AX8 VET Veterinary Diagnostic Ultrasound System

The EDAN Acclarix AX8 VET is a premium, cart-optional veterinary ultrasound platform engineered for companion animal, equine, and mixed-species practice. It brings EDAN’s 128-physical-channel architecture, 15.6-inch full HD monitor, dual gesture-driven touchscreens, and a fully sealed control panel into a compact, transportable enclosure—with a veterinary-specific software configuration and a dedicated endorectal transducer for reproductive and internal medicine workflows.

The Acclarix AX8 VET is built on the Acclarix AX8 diagnostic ultrasound platform, which is FDA-cleared under 510(k) K250214 (January 24, 2025) as a Class II ultrasonic pulsed Doppler imaging system (21 CFR 892.1550; Product Codes IYN, IYO, ITX) . The clearance explicitly lists the Acclarix AX8 among the covered models, alongside the AX7, AX75, AX78, AX8 Exp, and AX8 Super. The “VET” designation is not separately listed in the FDA clearance; the AX8 VET is positioned as the veterinary configuration of the Acclarix AX8 platform , with veterinary-specific presets, measurement packages, and transducers. EDAN documentation also references CE marking, ISO 13485 certification, and NMPA registration for the Acclarix platform, but specific veterinary regulatory status should be confirmed for your market before purchase.

The imaging chain is anchored by 128 physical channels driving Tissue Adaptive Imaging (TAI) , Harmonic Imaging, Spatial Compound Imaging, eSRI speckle reduction, and Color/Power/Directional Power Doppler with Pulsed Wave Doppler. The system supports a dedicated veterinary transducer portfolio—including the VEL12-5Q endorectal transducer for bovine and equine reproduction, the C5-2Q convex array for abdominal and obstetrical imaging, the L12-5Q linear array for musculoskeletal and small-parts work, and the P5-1Q/P7-3Q phased arrays for cardiac assessment. Needle guide brackets are available for select probes to support ultrasound-guided procedures.

The user experience is built around a 15.6-inch 1920 × 1080 HD monitor that tilts through 0°–180° , a 10.1-inch responsive touchscreen, and an optional 5-inch virtual trackball touchscreen—allowing direct gesture control of imaging parameters and menus. The fully sealed control panel is designed for easy cleaning and disinfection between patients, and the removable dual lithium-ion battery system (total 13,600 mAh) supports approximately 2 hours of typical exam use away from mains power, with a fast charge time of about 5 hours.

The system weighs approximately 5.8 kg with two batteries (excluding power adapter and transducer), and the enclosure measures 380 × 380 × 63 mm at its maximum dimensions—small enough for transport between clinic rooms, farm calls, and mobile practice settings. DICOM, Ethernet, four USB ports, video output, and PDF/AVI/BMP export support integration into practice management and recordkeeping workflows where configured.

The Acclarix AX8 VET is built for veterinarians who need a single platform capable of abdominal, reproductive, musculoskeletal, and cardiac imaging—with the image quality, transducer breadth, and ergonomic workflow of a premium compact system, configured specifically for animal patients.

Key Features & Benefits

128-Physical-Channel Architecture with SynSight and TAI

The 128 physical channels provide the signal acquisition foundation for high-fidelity detail resolution, particularly at depth. EDAN’s SynSight synthetic focused sonography platform is referenced in the Acclarix platform documentation, alongside Tissue Adaptive Imaging (TAI) , Adaptive Doppler, Frequency Compounding, Spatial Compounding, Harmonic Imaging, and eSRI speckle reduction. These processing tools are intended to support consistent image quality across species, body habitus, and scanning windows—from superficial musculoskeletal structures to deeper abdominal and cardiac views.

Veterinary-Specific Software Presets and Measurement Packages

Unlike a repurposed human ultrasound, the AX8 VET includes veterinary-specific image presets and measurement packages. These are designed to reduce setup time for common veterinary examinations—abdominal, reproductive, musculoskeletal, and cardiac—by presenting species-appropriate imaging parameters and measurement tools on the system. B-mode touchscreen virtual TGC adjustment and one-key optimization support efficient image adjustment during scanning.

Dedicated Veterinary Transducer Portfolio Including Endorectal Probe

The AX8 VET supports a transducer set tailored to veterinary practice, including the VEL12-5Q endorectal transducer for bovine and equine reproductive imaging, the VEL8-3WQ veterinary linear array, the C5-2Q convex array for abdominal and obstetrical work, the L12-5Q linear array for MSK and small parts, and the P5-1Q/P7-3Q phased arrays for cardiac assessment. Needle guide brackets are available for select transducers (in-plane and out-of-plane configurations), supporting ultrasound-guided procedures such as aspirates and biopsies.

15.6-Inch HD Monitor with Dual Touchscreens and Sealed Control Panel

The 15.6-inch 1920 × 1080 HD monitor tilts through 0°–180° for optimal viewing during procedures and across different scanning positions. The 10.1-inch responsive touchscreen and optional 5-inch virtual trackball touchscreen provide direct gesture control of imaging parameters and menus. The fully sealed control panel is designed for easy cleaning and disinfection, supporting infection control between patients.

Dual Removable Batteries with Approximately 2-Hour Runtime

The removable dual lithium-ion battery system provides a total capacity of 13,600 mAh, supporting approximately 2 hours of typical ultrasound exam use away from mains power. Battery level is displayed on the main screen with a touch-sensor check after startup. Fast charging completes in about 5 hours in shutdown or deep-sleep state, supporting mobile practice and farm-call workflows where mains power may not be immediately available.

Compact 5.8 kg Enclosure with Cart-Optional Deployment

At approximately 5.8 kg with two batteries and 380 × 380 × 63 mm, the AX8 VET is designed for transport between clinic rooms, vehicles, and field settings. The system can be used standalone or mounted on the MT-809 height-adjustable trolley (optional), supporting both bedside deployment and cart-based workflow as clinical needs require.

DICOM, Ethernet, USB, and Multi-Format Export

The AX8 VET supports DICOM, Ethernet, four USB ports, and video output, with PDF, AVI, and BMP file export. These connectivity options support image archiving, consultation, and integration into practice management systems where the infrastructure exists.

Regulatory Status: FDA-Cleared AX8 Platform with Veterinary Configuration

The Acclarix AX8 platform is FDA-cleared under K250214 (Class II, IYN) , and EDAN documentation references CE marking, ISO 13485 certification, and NMPA registration for the Acclarix line. The “VET” model designation is not separately listed in the FDA clearance; the AX8 VET is the veterinary software and transducer configuration of the cleared AX8 platform. No independent veterinary clinical validation study specific to the AX8 VET was identified in the public literature during preparation of this page. Availability, labeling, and veterinary import requirements vary by market; confirm local registration and intended use before purchase.

Technical Specifications

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