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What’s Included
- iCare TA01i rebound tonometer (handheld unit)
- 90-day Digital Eye Center warranty
Condition & Warranty
Used. Tested before listing — rebound tonometry mechanism verified, IOP measurement repeatability confirmed across multiple test eyes, internal display verified, battery operation verified, probe-loading mechanism confirmed functional. Cleaned. Covered by a 90-day warranty on parts and workmanship.
iCare TA01i — Used Rebound Tonometer
The iCare TA01i is one of ophthalmology’s most widely-adopted rebound tonometers — providing IOP measurement without the need for topical anesthesia, fluorescein, or Goldmann-style applanation contact. This used icare ta01i is suited for clinical, mobile, and pediatric IOP-measurement workflows at a sub-$3.5K price point.
The TA01i uses a tiny disposable probe that briefly contacts the cornea — measuring IOP via probe rebound dynamics rather than applanation force. The result: no anesthesia required, no fluorescein staining, faster patient throughput, and easier IOP measurement on pediatric, low-cooperation, and screening-clinic patients who can’t tolerate Goldmann tonometry. Single-handed handheld operation.
According to a National Library of Medicine-indexed study (Indian J Ophthalmol, 2025), modern tonometry platforms maintain strong concordance with Goldmann reference instruments — supporting the rebound-tonometry workflow the iCare TA01i was purpose-built to deliver.
Why Practices Choose the iCare TA01i
No anesthesia required — disposable probe rebound technology eliminates Goldmann-style topical anesthesia and fluorescein.- Handheld portable — bring the tonometer to non-cooperative or non-ambulatory patients.
- Pediatric-friendly — short, gentle probe contact tolerated by children.
- Fast IOP measurement — 5-second measurement cycle; ideal for screening throughput.
- Single-handed operation — operator can stabilize patient with free hand.
- Battery-powered — rechargeable, portable, no cord tether.
- Disposable probes — eliminates cross-contamination concerns vs reusable Goldmann tips.
Clinical Applications
- Pediatric IOP measurement — primary tonometer for children too young for Goldmann.
- Screening clinic IOP workflow — fast multi-patient throughput, no anesthesia setup.
- Bedside / OR IOP measurement — for non-ambulatory hospital and post-op patients.
- Optometry quick-screen tonometry — rapid IOP at chairside without slit-lamp setup.
- Glaucoma home-monitoring (TA01i variant) — patient self-measurement workflows.
- Anesthesia-allergy patients — for patients who can’t tolerate topical anesthetic.
Who This Is For
- Pediatric optometry and ophthalmology practices.
- Hospital-based ophthalmologists (ER, ICU, OR consults).
- Mobile screening clinics, school nurses, sports medicine offices.
- Optometry practices wanting a backup or screening tonometer alongside slit-lamp Goldmann.
- Anesthesia-allergy patient populations.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
| Type | Handheld rebound tonometer |
| Measurement principle | Probe rebound dynamics (no applanation force) |
| Anesthesia | Not required |
| Probe | Disposable single-use |
| Power | Rechargeable battery |
| Form factor | Handheld portable |
| Manufacturer | iCare (Finland) |
| Condition | Used — tested before listing |
| Warranty | 90-day DEC warranty on parts and workmanship |
Compare Tonometer Options
Where this iCare TA01i fits in DEC’s tonometer inventory:
| Model | Type | Anesthesia | Brand | Price | Notes |
| iCare TA01i | Rebound | No | iCare | $2,200 | Handheld rebound — this listing |
| Reichert Avia Tono-Pen | Tono-Pen (applanation) | Yes (topical) | Reichert | $3,300 | Handheld Tono-Pen alternative |
| Reichert Tono-Pen VET | Tono-Pen (applanation) | Yes (topical) | Reichert | $1,760 | Veterinary Tono-Pen variant |
