Tips On Finding Quality Used Ophthalmic Equipment

By Lela Perkins


Running a successful eye care practice is a challenge. The landscape of ophthalmic equipment, technology and instrumentation is constantly changing. It may not be possible for you to invest in every new piece of ophthalmic device available in the market since this can be very expensive. A better option is to consider buying used ophthalmic equipment.

Many optometrists are coming to realize the important role that used instruments can play in their practices. Used machines work in a similar manner to new machines but they are more cost effective. Do not let the stigma associated with purchasing second hand instruments deter you from buying them.

If the second hand instruments you want to buy are inspected by a technician, you can rest assured that they will function very well. Purchasing second hand instruments will help you save money that you can use for other things in your business such as office decoration, hiring staff and other things.

Decorating your office displays your class and professionalism. It can help boost the confidence of your clients. Hiring a good number of staff will enhance the satisfaction of your customers. To be precise, if you opt to buy second hand instruments at a lower price, you will be in a position to create a budget that will cater for all your needs in your work.

There are three options available when it comes to purchasing used ophthalmic instruments. The first option is purchasing them from an eye care practice that is upgrading its instruments and selling off the older ones. However, the instruments sold in this manner do not come with warranties. The second option is purchasing remanufactured devices and the third one is purchasing refurbished devices. These two options usually apply to expensive ophthalmic devices.

In order for devices to be remanufactured, they are dismantled, repaired and rebuilt to meet the original specifications of the manufacturer and then reassembled. The end result is a used machine that is as good as new but is sold at a price that is much lower than that of a new machine. The common devices that undergo the remanufacturing process are those which are more than two years old.

The refurbishing process is usually performed on devices that are not older than two years by either a manufacturer or equipment dealer. It involves the clean up of devices and the replacement of broken or missing components. Unlike remanufacturing, this process does not involve tearing down and rebuilding the devices. Therefore, refurbished instruments may appear to be older than the remanufactured ones.

Once you decide whether to source your instruments from a practice or to buy remanufactured or refurbished devices, you should then think about the best place to get them. One good option is buying devices from optometrists who are retiring because it is very likely for you to get high quality second hand instruments in this way.

Another option is to search for high quality used ophthalmic equipment from auction websites. As you buy instruments for your eye care practice, it is essential to ask for relevant documentation. It is also essential to ensure that the prices quoted for the instruments are worth it depending on the quality of a device.




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