Ophthalmic Lab Technician how-to

How to Apply a Coating

Clean lenses coat evenly.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Clean lenses coat evenly. In short: clean; inspect; load, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Clean lenses thoroughly.

  2. Inspect for debris.

  3. Load the coater.

  4. Run the cycle.

  5. Cure.

  6. Inspect for defects.

Safety reminders for ophthalmic lab technicians

  • Wear eye protection
  • Handle chemicals safely
  • Guard machines
  • Follow impact testing rules

Lens blank · Surfacing · Edging · Sphere · Cylinder · Axis: see the full ophthalmic lab technician glossary.

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