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Lensometer
Lensometer
Lensometer
Learning objectives
• Detection of type of lens
• Hand neutralization
• Neutralize Convex lens
• Neutralize Concave lens
• Neutralize Toric lens
• Geneva Lens measure
• Manual Focimeter
• Automated Focimeter
Detection of lens type
• Possible to detect weather the lens is
• Spherical,
• Astigmatic, or a
• Prism
Ways to detect lens type:
• Central/peripheral thickness
• Magnification/ Minification
• Movements
Spherical Lenses
Principle:
The degree to which a beam of light is
deflected as it passes through the lens
depends on the focal and prismatic power
of the lens and the distance from its optical
centre.
Working