SonoScape S12 Trolley Color Doppler Ultrasound System

The SonoScape S12 is a compact trolley-based color Doppler ultrasound system engineered around women‘s health imaging—from routine gynecologic examinations to 2D and 3D/4D fetal assessment—while remaining adaptable to abdominal, pediatric, small-organ, vascular, musculoskeletal, and cardiac applications. It pairs a 15-inch high-definition LED monitor with an articulating arm and four active universal transducer sockets with a built-in battery, supporting flexible operation across examination rooms and bedside settings.

The S12 is FDA-cleared under 510(k) K152396 as a Class II ultrasonic pulsed echo imaging system (Product Code IYO, 21 CFR 892.1560) , following a Traditional review. A prior clearance under K142474 covers the S12 platform, and the S12 Series includes the S12EXP, S12PRO, S12, S11PLUS, M12, S10, S11S, and S12S configurations. The FDA summary for K152396 states the device is substantially equivalent to the previously cleared S12 (K142474) , with performance assessed through conformance to applicable medical device standards and design specifications—not through independent clinical trials establishing diagnostic accuracy. No independent peer-reviewed clinical validation study specific to the S12 was identified in the public literature during preparation of this page. Distributor documentation references CE marking and ISO 13485 certification for the platform.

The imaging chain supports B-Mode (including Tissue Harmonic Imaging), M-Mode, TDI, Color-Flow Doppler, Pulsed Wave Doppler, Continuous Wave Doppler, Power Doppler, Elastography, and 3D/4D imaging, with a frequency range of 1.0–15.0 MHz across linear, convex, and phased array probes. μ-Scan 2D speckle reduction, Pulse Inversion Harmonic Imaging (PIH) , Real-time Panoramic Imaging, Trapezoid Imaging, Auto-IMT, and Triplex processing are referenced in the platform’s feature set, alongside DICOM 3.0, AVI/JPG, USB 2.0, HDD, DVD, and PDF report output.

Key Features & Benefits

15-Inch HD LED Monitor with Articulating Arm and Four Active Transducer Sockets

The 15-inch high-definition LED monitor is mounted on an articulating arm for flexible positioning, supporting comfortable viewing across different scanning positions. Four active universal transducer sockets allow multiple probes to remain connected and switchable during mixed-specialty workflows, supporting efficient transitions between abdominal, endovaginal, and cardiac examinations. The system’s compact trolley design and built-in battery support mobility between rooms and bedside use.

Women‘s Health Focus: Superior Endovaginal and Fetal Imaging

The S12 is positioned as a preferred compact platform for women’s health imaging challenges—offering advanced solutions for every stage of pregnancy and gynecologic examination. The system is designed for superior endovaginal imaging and best-in-class fetal imaging in both 2D and 3D/4D acquisition. The volumetric convex array VC6-2 and endocavity 6V1 probes extend the platform into obstetric and gynecologic applications, with real-time 3D (4D) available as an optional module.

Pulse Inversion Harmonic Imaging (PIH) and μ-Scan Speckle Reduction

Pulse Inversion Harmonic Imaging fully preserves harmonic wave signal and restores authentic acoustic information, boosting resolution and reducing noise for clearer visualization. μ-Scan is a 2D speckle reduction technology that reduces noise, improves boundary signal, and elevates image uniformity for consistent tissue definition across different scanning conditions. Real-time Panoramic Imaging and Trapezoid Imaging further extend the field of view for large organs or lesions, supporting diagnosis and measurement during the scan.

Broad Probe Portfolio: Linear, Convex, Endocavitary, Phased Array, Intraoperative, and Volumetric

The S12 supports a comprehensive selection of probes—linear, convex, micro-convex, endocavity, phased array, intraoperative, bi-plane, and volumetric—covering 1.0–15.0 MHz across 128-element linear L741 (vascular, small parts, MSK), 128-element convex C344 (abdominal, obstetrics, gynecology), 72-element convex C322 (abdominal biopsy), 128-element endocavity 6V1 (gynecology, obstetrics, urology), 64-element phased array 2P1 and 5P1 (cardiac, transcranial, pediatric), 96-element linear 10I2 (intra-operative), and volumetric convex VC6-2 (obstetrics, abdominal) configurations. Needle guide brackets are referenced for ultrasound-guided procedures.

Auto-IMT, ECG Module, and Triplex Imaging

Auto-IMT provides automated carotid intima-media thickness measurement for vascular risk assessment. An ECG module is included as standard for cardiac timing applications, and Triplex imaging supports simultaneous 2D, color, and spectral Doppler display for comprehensive hemodynamic assessment. M-Tuning provides one-button image optimization for quick parameter adjustment across B, CFM, and PW modes.

500 GB Storage and DICOM 3.0 Connectivity

The system includes 500 GB hard-disk storage (with 1 TB upgrade referenced in distributor documentation), alongside DVD-RW, USB 2.0, and DICOM 3.0 (Transmission/Worklist/Print/Storage Commitment/MPPS) for PACS and hospital information system integration where configured. AVI/JPG and PDF report output support data export and documentation in routine clinical workflows.

Built-In Battery and Compact Trolley Design

The built-in battery supports operation during power interruption or intra-facility transport, supporting bedside and mobile use where mains power is not continuously available. The compact and agile trolley design with four smooth-rolling casters supports movement between examination rooms and departments, and the user-oriented multinational language input keyboard supports efficient patient information entry.

Technical Specifications

Why Choose the SonoScape S12?