Description
What’s Included
- Zeiss Visu 150 surgical microscope
- Footswitch pedal
- CO-observation assistant scope
- Zeiss S5 floor stand
- 6-month Digital Eye Center warranty
Condition & Warranty
Refurbished. Inspected, tested, and calibrated to full operating specification before shipping. Covered by a 6-month warranty on parts and workmanship.
Zeiss Visu 150 — Refurbished Ophthalmic Surgical Microscope
The Zeiss Visu 150 is a professional-grade ophthalmic surgical microscope engineered for cataract, glaucoma, corneal, and vitreoretinal procedures. Built around Zeiss apochromatic optics with a 1:6 zoom ratio, the Zeiss Visu 150 delivers edge-to-edge clarity and true color fidelity across the full magnification range — from 6× for initial orientation to 40× for fine suturing detail. The integrated red reflex illumination system provides consistent retroillumination, critical for visualizing the posterior capsule and lens nucleus during phacoemulsification. This refurbished Zeiss Visu 150 includes the CO-observation assistant scope, footswitch pedal, and Zeiss S5 floor stand — a complete, surgery-ready system.
The National Library of Medicine documents the clinical value of assistant-mounted observation systems in toric IOL surgery, confirming that simultaneous surgeon and assistant visibility improves procedural precision and efficiency — exactly the capability the Zeiss Visu 150 CO-observation scope delivers.
Why Practices Choose the Zeiss Visu 150
Apochromatic optics — Zeiss apochromatic lens design eliminates chromatic aberration, delivering true color rendition and sharp contrast at every magnification step — essential for accurate tissue identification during surgery.- 1:6 zoom ratio — A continuous zoom from 6× to 40× (with standard 10× eyepieces) gives surgeons the flexibility to shift rapidly between wide-field orientation and high-magnification detail without changing oculars or interrupting the sterile field.
- Red reflex illumination — The halogen 12V/100W coaxial illumination system produces a reliable, uniform red reflex across a field up to 65mm, supporting consistent visualization during cataract nucleus removal and posterior capsule inspection.
- CO-observation assistant scope — The included assistant scope enables real-time simultaneous viewing for a scrub technician, resident, or second surgeon, supporting teaching programs and complex multi-surgeon cases.
- Footswitch pedal control — Hands-free zoom and focus adjustments keep surgeons focused on the operative field; the footswitch pedal provides precise motor control without breaking sterile hand position.
- XY coupling system — 100mm × 100mm motorized XY movement enables precise, reproducible field repositioning — critical for consistent centration during IOL implantation and corneal procedures.
- Zeiss S5 floor stand — The S5 stand provides 360° floor mobility and smooth height adjustment, accommodating OR table heights and surgeon preferences without repositioning the patient.
- 0–180° inclinable binocular tube — The adjustable binocular allows surgeons of any height to maintain an ergonomic upright posture throughout long procedures, reducing fatigue.
Clinical Applications
- Cataract and IOL surgery — Red reflex illumination and apochromatic optics are purpose-built for phacoemulsification, capsulotomy, and toric or multifocal IOL positioning.
- Glaucoma surgery — Trabeculectomy, tube shunt implantation, and MIGS procedures benefit from the high-contrast optics and stable floor stand platform.
- Vitreoretinal procedures — Wide-field illumination and precise zoom control support membrane peeling, vitrectomy, and endolaser procedures.
- Corneal transplantation — DSAEK, DMEK, and PKP all require consistent centration and illumination quality the Zeiss Visu 150 reliably delivers.
- Strabismus and oculoplastic surgery — The zoom range and ergonomic positioning make the Visu 150 suitable for anterior segment reconstructive and cosmetic procedures.
- Surgical training and resident education — The CO-observation scope enables simultaneous viewing by an attending and resident without interrupting the operative flow.
Who This Is For
- Ophthalmic surgery centers adding or replacing surgical microscopy equipment and seeking a proven Zeiss platform with full accessory complement.
- Academic ophthalmology programs that require a teaching-capable microscope with simultaneous observation for resident training.
- Ambulatory surgery centers upgrading from older or non-apochromatic microscope platforms to improve surgical image quality.
- High-volume cataract practices prioritizing reliability, red reflex performance, and ergonomic design across back-to-back surgical cases.
- Vitreoretinal and anterior segment surgeons who need a versatile zoom range and stable motorized positioning for complex cases.
Technical Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
| Optics | Zeiss apochromatic |
| Zoom ratio | 1:6 continuous |
| Magnification range | 6× – 40× (with 10× eyepieces) |
| Eyepieces | 10× or 12.5× inclinable binocular (0–180°) |
| Objective focal length | F=200mm working distance |
| Illumination | Halogen 12V/100W, coaxial red reflex |
| Field of illumination | Up to 65mm diameter |
| XY coupling | 100mm × 100mm motorized |
| Floor stand | Zeiss S5 (S7 compatible) |
| Included accessories | Footswitch pedal, CO-observation assistant scope |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Warranty | 6 months — parts and workmanship |
Compare Surgical Suite Options at Digital Eye Center
| Equipment | Category | Key Strength | Condition |
| Zeiss Visu 150 | Surgical microscope | Apochromatic optics, 1:6 zoom, CO-observation scope | Refurbished |
| Zeiss Visucam PRO NM FA | Fundus camera | FAF, ICG, color fundus — comprehensive retinal imaging | Refurbished |
| Haag-Streit BQ 900 Slit Lamp | Slit lamp with fundus module | Pre/post-op anterior segment evaluation and fundus imaging | Used |
Pair your Zeiss Visu 150 with the Zeiss Visucam PRO NM FA for comprehensive pre- and post-surgical retinal documentation, or add the Haag-Streit BQ 900 to complete your anterior segment evaluation suite.
Questions about the Zeiss Visu 150? Contact us for availability and shipping details.
