Eco-Friendly Imaging: How the Equina® CT saves energy, money, and the planet

08/18/2025

In veterinary imaging, efficiency is about more than just scan speed, it’s also about reducing energy consumption, lowering the environmental footprint, and making cutting-edge technology accessible to more practices. The Equina® Standing CT by Asto CT is built with that in mind, delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging with remarkably low power requirements in a compact footprint that even smaller clinics can accommodate.

Small Power, Big Performance

The Equina® operates at just 8 mA and requires only a single-phase 208–240 VAC wall outlet, eliminating the need for costly or complex power infrastructure. Each scan draws about 1.28 kW, comparable to running a household kitchen appliance, and takes only about 30 seconds.

Even with such low power demands, the Equina® delivers exceptional image quality, giving veterinarians the detail and accuracy needed for confident diagnoses. Clinics can achieve top-tier results without the high energy costs or large carbon footprint often associated with human CT imaging systems.

For a clinic performing ~150 scans per year, the total energy use is just 1.6 kWh (formula 1), which is less than the electricity required to run a single 9.5-watt LED light bulb for one week. This annual usage can be completely offset by a single 350-watt solar panel receiving about five hours of sunlight, producing roughly 1.75 kWh in one day (formula 2). With an average of just 1.2 scans per patient, the Equina® also minimizes both radiation exposure and operating costs.

“We designed the Equina® with both performance and practicality in mind. Low power requirements make it accessible to clinics worldwide, no matter their size, without sacrificing image quality, while also helping reduce environmental impact,” says David Ergun, CEO of Asto CT.

Formula 1: Electrical Power = 160KV x 8mA = 1280 W = 1.28kW

Assuming a ~30 sec scan:

Electrical Power Consumption for a single 30 sec scan = 1.28 kW x 30 sec = 38.4 kWs

Electrical Power Consumption for 150 scans = 38.4 kWs X 150 = 5,760 kWs = 1.6kWh

 

Formula 2: A 350-watt panel in a sunny location getting 5 hours of full sun = 350 watts × 5 hours = 1,750 Wh, or 1.75 kWh per day.

Compact, Clinic-Friendly Footprint

Advanced imaging no longer means building a massive facility addition. The Equina® requires less than two standard stall sizes, just 18’ x 23’ making it possible to bring CT capability to a wide range of practice layouts, from large referral hospitals to small independent clinics. This smaller footprint allows veterinarians to integrate the Equina® without sacrificing existing workspace or patient areas.

Cost Savings Right Out of the Box

Beyond its environmental benefits, the Equina® also delivers substantial savings in installation costs. Traditional human CT scanners often require high-power, three-phase electrical setups, which can involve costly facility modifications.

This plug-and-play capability means clinics can integrate advanced CT technology into their workflow with minimal downtime, without expensive renovations, and without needing specialized construction.

Energy Use at a Glance

  • Electrical Power per Scan: 1.28 kW

  • Scan Duration: ~30 seconds

  • 150 Scans per Year: 1.6 kWh total

  • Comparable to: Running an 9.5-watt LED bulb for one week

  • Average Scans per Patient: 1.2

  • No special wiring: Runs on a single-phase outlet

  • Footprint: Less than 18’ x 23’ (under two standard stalls)

Designed for a Sustainable Future

The Equina® was built for real-world veterinary environments; fast, reliable, compact, and eco-conscious.

With only 1.28 kW per scan, 1.6 kWh total for 150 scans a year, an average of 1.2 scans per patient, and a footprint under 18’ x 23’, it sets a new standard for efficiency in advanced equine imaging without compromising the exceptional image quality veterinarians depend on.

By choosing the Equina®, clinics aren’t just investing in better diagnostics; they’re investing in a greener, more cost-effective, and more accessible future for veterinary medicine.

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