How to Choose an Ultrasonic Detector for Your Maintenance Program

How to choose

Step 1: Assess your current level

• Do you already have experience with ultrasonic diagnostics?
• How large is your equipment fleet?
• Which tasks are the priority?

Step 2: Set your budget

• Entry-level: SDT200 — to get started
• Mid-range: SDT270 + Checkers — to grow the program
• Advanced: SDT340 + LUBExpert — for a full-scale program

Step 3: Plan for growth

• Start with the SDT200 for fast ROI
• Add Checkers for specialised tasks
• Move to the SDT340 as the program matures

The full SDT ultrasound equipment catalogue and 8 diagnostic application areas are available in the KEG TRK products section.

Quick-selection table

Situation	Recommendation	Reason
Just starting out	SDT200 or ULTRAChecker	Simple, low cost
Some basic experience	SDT270	Data logging, spectral analysis
Need a specialised tool	SDT270 + Checker	Purpose-built functions
Mature program	SDT340	Multi-sensor platform
Lubrication control	LubeChecker or LUBExpert	Dedicated solution
Permanent monitoring	Vigilant/Online4US	24/7 surveillance

Conclusion

The right detector depends on what your predictive maintenance program actually needs. You can start with a simple instrument (SDT200) and move to more advanced solutions (SDT270, SDT340) as the program matures.

Key takeaways:

1. Start by assessing your needs
2. Choose the level that matches them
3. Plan the program's growth
4. Invest in training your team

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