Free Optical Calculators

Professional-grade tools for opticians. Calculate transpositions, reading powers, computer glasses, vertex distance, prism, and more—instantly and accurately.

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Rx Transposition Calculator

Rx Transposition Calculator

Instantly convert prescriptions between plus and minus cylinder formats. Essential for every optician.

Plus to minus cylinderMinus to plus cylinder
Reading Glasses Power Calculator

Reading Glasses Power Calculator

Calculate the right reading add power based on age, working distance, and existing prescription.

Age-based recommendationsCustom working distance
Computer Glasses Calculator

Computer Glasses Calculator

Convert reading add to intermediate power for computer use. Calculate the ideal add for any screen distance.

Screen distance optimizationOccupational lens calculation
Vertex Distance Compensation

Vertex Distance Compensation

Compensate high prescriptions for changes in vertex distance. Critical for contact lens conversions.

Spectacle to contact lensContact lens to spectacle
Progressive Lens Identifier

Progressive Lens Identifier

Identify progressive lens brands and designs using manufacturer engravings. Decode the hidden markings.

Brand identificationEngraving decoder
Layout Chart Generator

Layout Chart Generator

Generate professional lens layout charts for the lab. Visualize optical centers, seg heights, and more.

Visual frame layoutMeasurement verification
Prism Calculator (Prentice Rule)

Prism Calculator (Prentice Rule)

Calculate induced prism from decentration or required decentration for prescribed prism.

Prism from decentrationDecentration for prism
Lens Thickness Estimator

Lens Thickness Estimator

Estimate edge and center thickness based on prescription, lens material, and frame size.

Edge thickness (minus)Center thickness (plus)
Lens Cutout Calculator

Lens Cutout Calculator

Check if a lens will cut out before ordering. Enter frame, PD, and blank size to verify fit.

Minimum blank sizeCutout prediction
Spectacle Magnification Calculator

Spectacle Magnification Calculator

Calculate the magnification or minification effect of spectacle lenses for aniseikonia concerns.

Power factorShape factor
Spherical Equivalent Calculator

Spherical Equivalent Calculator

Convert sphero-cylindrical prescriptions to spherical equivalent for contact lens fitting and comparisons.

SE = Sphere + Cyl/2Both eyes

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