Pre-Owned Ophthalmic Equipment and Phaco Handpiece Repair

At Universal Eye Care, Inc., we don’t just sell equipment — we help extend its life. From phaco handpieces to surgical microscopes, we are a trusted global source for high-quality pre-owned ophthalmic and neurosurgical equipment, serving clients across the U.S., Latin America, and worldwide. Our customers include ophthalmologists, surgical centers, hospitals, and even other equipment dealers.

Broken Phaco Handpiece? We Can Help.

A phaco handpiece is one of the most delicate and critical components of your phacoemulsification system. Originally inspired by the ultrasonic movement of a dental handpiece and adapted for cataract surgery in 1967, phaco handpieces have since evolved into sophisticated devices. Today’s models use multiple piezoelectric crystals to generate up to 60,000 oscillations per second for precise lens emulsification.

Because of their complexity, new phaco handpieces can cost between $3,000–$5,000, and even refurbished units often come with little to no warranty. That’s why repair and refurbishment are often the smartest choice.

At Universal Eye Care, our expert technicians provide full phaco handpiece refurbishment at a fraction of replacement cost — backed by a 6- to 12-month warranty. We don’t just fix the problem; we restore your handpiece to like-new condition with meticulous attention to detail:

• Replacement of piezoelectric crystals
• New connector, cord, and electrodes
• Fresh seals, O-rings, and strain reliefs
• Updated chipset and internal wiring
• Precision welding and assembly under a microscope

Our process retains only the outer metallic housing of your handpiece while fully replacing all critical internal components. Every unit undergoes rigorous testing on our universal simulator, replicating real surgical conditions to ensure optimal performance.

We service all major brands and models, including Alcon Centurion, Bausch & Lomb Stellaris, and even specialty units from Oertli and Lumed. With hundreds of successful repairs and highly trained technicians, we ensure your refurbished handpiece performs at or above OEM standards.

At Universal Eye Care, client satisfaction is our top priority.