Repair & Service XRD Care Club Warranty Tech Library About Blog Contact Shop Now →

XRD Blog

Marcelo Thomaz

Expert insights on portable dental X-ray technology,
buying guides, and service tips.

Latest Articles

Best Portable Dental X-Ray for Value and U.S. Service

Compare the leading U.S. portable handheld dental X-ray systems on price, warranty, X-ray tube, and service — and see how the XRD 70 delivers 70 kV imaging and in-house U.S. service at $3,990.

Read Article →

XRD 70 vs NOMAD Pro 2: Which Portable Dental X-Ray Is Right for Your Practice?

Side-by-side comparison of the XRD 70 and NOMAD Pro 2 portable dental X-ray systems. Specs, weight, battery, warranty options, service, and pricing — an honest guide for dental and veterinary professionals.

Read Article →

XRD 70 vs Vatech EzRay Air: Value, Specs, and U.S. Service Compared

How the XRD 70 compares to the Vatech EzRay Air on tube voltage, warranty, service, and price — and why the XRD 70 delivers 70 kV imaging and in-house U.S. service for thousands less.

Read Article →

Portable & Handheld Dental X-Ray: Common Questions Answered

Clear, vendor-neutral answers to the questions dental teams ask most about portable handheld X-rays — cost, operator safety, state rules, sensor compatibility, veterinary use, and warranties.

Read Article →

How to Maintain Your Portable Dental X-Ray: Expert Tips for Longevity and Performance

Practical maintenance guide for portable dental X-ray units. Battery care, cleaning, calibration, storage, and when to send for professional repair. From XRD Dental Equipment — 45+ years of experience.

Read Article →

The Complete Buying Guide to Portable Dental X-Ray Machines (2026)

Everything dental professionals need to know before buying a portable X-ray — tube voltage, focal spot, warranty, repair service, total cost of ownership, and what specs actually matter in daily clinical use.

Read Article →

70 kV vs 60 kV Portable Dental X-Ray: What Really Makes a Difference

Understand the real clinical difference between 60 kV and 70 kV portable dental X-ray units, including exposure time, image quality, and equipment longevity.

Read Article →

5 Hidden Costs of Buying a Cheap Portable Dental X-Ray

That budget portable dental X-ray looks like a deal — until the retakes, downtime, and repair bills start. Here are 5 hidden costs that make cheap units expensive.

Read Article →

Portable vs Wall-Mounted Dental X-Ray: When Going Handheld Makes More Sense

Wall-mounted X-ray units have been the standard for decades. But for multi-room, mobile, startup, or cost-conscious practices, a professional portable is the smarter investment.

Read Article →

Portable Dental X-Ray (70 kV class): What to Check Before You Buy (2026)

A practical checklist covering X-ray tube quality, focal spot, kV power, shielding, battery, weight, warranty, service, and true ROI.

Read Article →