Buying FAQ: The Ten Must-Answer Device Questions

The Ten Musts

1. Factory or trader? Core devices direct (the comparison).
2. Acceptance testing? Energy measurement + stability + cooling (the flow).
3. Consumable clauses? Price lists + supply years in contract (the entry).
4. Service evaluation? Quantified SLAs + parts stock (the entry).
5. Used units? Strict inspection + legal sourcing (the entry).
6. Is imported always better? Compare specs and compliance, not origin (the evidence).
7. Factory visit? Mandatory for core devices (the checklist).
8. Budget split? Five-year TCO (the structure).
9. Spotting inflated specs? Test conditions + third-party measurement (the guide).
10. Why never white-label? Unregistered = no protection + self-carried liability (the entry).

More Top Questions

11. Procurement lead time? In-stock 2-4 weeks; built-to-order 6-10 (the flow).
12. Who pays for training? Basic is standard; advanced and annual refreshers go into contract (the costs).
13. Rent before buying? Valid demand validation (the analysis).
14. Payback period? Typically 12-24 months (the ROI).

When a Factory Audit Is Mandatory

• First large order.
• ODM/private-label cooperation.
• Doubtful vendor provenance (the risks).

Related Terms

• Starter Config
• ISO 13485
• ROI