Reichert
Ultramatic RX Master Phoroptor
The classic American-made manual refractor, still the reference point for manual refraction, backed by Reichert's limited lifetime warranty.
Overview
The Ultramatic RX Master is the manual Phoroptor that generations of refractionists trained on, and Reichert still builds it as the only American designed and engineered manual refracting instrument. It ships complete with cross cylinder, retinoscopy lenses, Rotochart, reading rod, and accessories, and Reichert covers the Ultramatic models with a limited lifetime warranty. An Illuminated version adds LED-lit sphere, cylinder, and axis scales for dim exam rooms.
Key capabilities
Proven manual refraction with smooth, precise dials
Plus-cylinder or minus-cylinder lens systems available
Auxiliary dial with 10 lenses plus two open apertures
Ships with flip cross cylinder, retinoscopy lenses, Rotochart, reading rod, and face shields
Illuminated model available with LED-lit scales and no bulbs to change
Limited lifetime warranty from Reichert
The only American designed and engineered manual refractor
Technical specifications
Figures below come from current Reichert product material. Confirm configuration-specific details with us before purchase.
| Sphere | -19.00 to +16.75 D in 0.25 D steps, plus 0.12 D in auxiliary dial |
|---|---|
| Cylinder | 0 to 6.00 D in 0.25 D steps; 0.12 D and 2.00 D accessory cells included |
| Cylinder axis | 360 degrees with double 0 to 180 scale, 5 degree graduations |
| Cross cylinder | ±0.25 D |
| Prism | 0 to 20 prism diopters in 1 diopter graduations |
| PD range | 48 to 75 mm in 1 mm graduations |
| Vertex distance | 13.75 mm normal; graduations extend range 6 mm |
| Reading distance | 5 to 28 inches with cm and diopter scales |
Who this is a good fit for
If none of these describe your practice, it is probably not the right choice, and we will tell you that.
Practices that prefer manual refraction or need a manual backup lane
Teaching settings where residents learn on the standard instrument
Offices replacing a worn manual refractor with the current model
Budget-conscious lane builds that still want a lifetime instrument
What to ask on a demo
A demo is worth more when you arrive with your own cases and a list of questions. Here is what we would raise.
- Decide between plus-cylinder and minus-cylinder configurations
- Ask about the Illuminated model if your exam room runs dim
- Review what the limited lifetime warranty covers
- Compare against the Phoroptor VRx if EMR connectivity matters to you
How Blue River Medical supports the Ultramatic RX Master Phoroptor
Equipment consultation and model selection
On-site or in-office demo
Installation coordination
Staff training
Workflow planning around your existing lane
Ongoing customer support and service coordination
Trade-in discussions when you are replacing equipment
We serve eye care practices across Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, Wyoming, and Utah. Service and repair responsibility differs by manufacturer and model, so ask us what we handle directly and what we coordinate with the manufacturer. See service and maintenance for our general equipment service capabilities.
For the manufacturer's own material, see the official Reichert product page.
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Ask about Ultramatic RX Master Phoroptor pricing, schedule a demo, or start a trade-in conversation. We will come back with specifics for your practice.
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