Working with used electronic testing equipment benefits a business in numerous ways. When business owners rent or lease equipment, they have the opportunity to try products before making a final purchase. This lets them know whether the testing equipment really suits their unique specifications. Working with used electronic testing equipment also lowers purchasing and operating costs.

There are different ways of working with pre-owned electronic test equipment. You could purchase used or refurbished equipment or you could rent or lease equipment. Before you purchase, rent or lease used electronic testing equipment, you should keep some points in mind:

1. Buy used electronic test equipment from manufacturers with surplus materials.

2. Test used electronic testing equipment via rental or lease before purchasing.

3. Get an independent evaluation on used electronic test equipment from a licensed mechanic before you purchase the equipment.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Utilize refurbished electronic test equipment

When you buy refurbished electronic testing equipment you save on business costs since you are not buying brand new. You might even be able to have your own equipment refurbished by a company. This provides you with a product you already know how to use.

I recommend: MetricTest offers used and refurbished electronic test equipment including wireless and optical test equipment for rent or lease. This ISO certified company has over 6,000 products available for customers and offers customers a chance to purchase previously rented equipment. If you are looking for equipment that looks as good as it works, consider AccuSource Electronics’ used test equipment. The company offers prices well below the competition, operation manuals and accessories.

Rent used electronic test equipment

Find equipment that is for rent for your business from sellers of electronic test equipment. Renting often gives you a wider choice in product, and you have the option of trading in the equipment for other testing equipment if the one you have isn't what you were looking for.

I recommend: Electro Rent carries used electronic testing equipment for sale and offers business owners the opportunity to rent test and measurement equipment. Its products range from oscilloscopes to telecommunication test equipment. TRS-RenTelco offers immediate quotes on testing products and fast rental ordering. It sometimes offers free shipping on its products.

Turn in old equipment to electronic test equipment surplus suppliers or buy from them to save money

Some companies purchase surplus testing equipment so you can make money on equipment you no longer need. These buyers often fix and calibrate the items then sell the refurbished electronic testing equipment. Sell your old items to make some money or purchase some refurbished items to save costs.

I recommend: Applied Quality Test is a team of recovery specialists and liquidators who buy, sell and lease used testing equipment. Global Fab's surplus semiconductor equipment line offers extra, used, second-hand, rebuilt and refurbished semiconductor testing equipment. It works with integrated device manufacturers, wafer foundries and research and development sites as well as the semiconductor refurbishing and rebuilding community.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  If you choose to go the route of refurbished electronic testing equipment leasing, consider leasing from a supplier that offers an option to purchase equipment after your rental time ends.