The manual keratometer measures the curvature of the anterior cornea by aligning reflected mires, yielding K-readings for contact-lens fitting and astigmatism evaluation. A reliable optical instrument requiring no power.
Ophthalmic Instruments
Manual Keratometer
Manual keratometer (ophthalmometer) for measuring anterior corneal curvature, supporting contact-lens fitting and astigmatism assessment.
| Type | Manual keratometer |
|---|---|
| Measures | Corneal curvature (K-readings) |
| Reading | Optical alignment mires |
| Use | Keratometry |
Applications
- Corneal curvature measurement
- Contact-lens fitting
- Corneal astigmatism assessment