Phoropters
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Buying guide: Phoropters
Phoropters, manual or digital, are central to refraction. Used manual phoropters are durable and widely available; digital refraction systems are increasingly sold as practices upgrade.
What to check before you buy
- Manual or digital, and for digital, the controller and software.
- Smooth dials, clean lenses and no haze or fungus in the optics.
- The cross cylinders, rotary prisms and other auxiliary lenses work.
- Whether a wall bracket, arm or stand is included.
Common questions
What should I check on a used manual phoropter?
Ask for photos of the lenses and a video of the dials turning smoothly. Look for haze, scratches or fungus in the optics, and check that the auxiliary lenses and cross cylinders work.
Does a digital phoropter need its own controller and chart?
Usually. Check which controller, software and acuity chart are included, and whether they work together.
Is it worth buying a full lane instead?
If you need a chair, stand, phoropter and slit lamp, a full doctor's lane can be better value. See Full doctor's lane.
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