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Returns & RMA

Reporting windows, the RMA process and restocking fees.

Last updated October 2026 · 1 min read

On this page 8 sections
  1. Reporting windows
  2. RMA process
  3. Non-defective returns
  4. Return freight
  5. What to include with a report
  6. What happens after inspection
  7. Credits and refunds
  8. Shortages and wrong items
Returns & RMA
Reporting windows after delivery
48 hoursVisible shipping damage (note it on the delivery receipt)
5 business daysShortages or wrong items
14 daysDead on arrival, or unopened returns with approval
Warranty periodSupplier warranty failures

RMA numbers and return instructions are issued within one business day.

Reporting windows

IssueReport within
Visible shipping damageNote on delivery receipt, report within 48 hours
Shortages or wrong items5 business days of delivery
Dead on arrival (DOA)14 days of delivery
Supplier warranty failureWithin the warranty period

RMA process

  1. Email your order number, serial numbers and a description or photos of the issue.
  2. We issue an RMA number and return instructions within one business day.
  3. Pack the units securely with the RMA number on the outside of every carton.
  4. On receipt we test the units and repair, replace or credit them.

Returns without an RMA number may be refused.

Non-defective returns

Unopened, non-defective products may be returned within 14 days with approval, subject to a restocking fee of up to 15%. Opened non-defective products, special orders and consumables cannot be returned.

Return freight

We cover return shipping for DOA units and our errors. Other return shipping is paid by the customer.

What to include with a report

  • Order or invoice number
  • Serial numbers of the affected units
  • Photos of the outer carton, the product box and the product
  • A short description of the fault and when it was found

What happens after inspection

FindingOutcome
Fault confirmed, within DOA windowReplacement or full credit, return freight paid by us
Fault confirmed, within supplier warrantyRepair, replacement or credit
No fault foundUnit returned to you; return freight charged
Physical or liquid damageNot covered; unit returned or recycled at your choice

Credits and refunds

Credits are applied to your account within 5 business days of the return being approved. Refunds to the original payment method are available on request. Credit notes remain valid for 12 months.

Shortages and wrong items

Count cartons on delivery and units on unpacking. If something is missing or wrong, tell us within the window above. We compare against our packing records and serial scans, and ship missing or correct items at our cost when the error is ours.

Questions about this policy?Our sales team answers within one business day.
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