optical surgical system Merlin

MERLIN SURGICAL SYSTEM - PANORAMIC RETINA VIEW

In The Operating Room


Volk’s Merlin® is the best in the class non-contact wide-angle visualization system for Vitreoretinal procedures.

The Merlin viewing system works in harmony with all major surgical microscopes, to comfortably assist in performing highly complex surgical procedures with an exquisite and sharp view of the retina.

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Experience the true image through auto-orientation correction
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Allow wide field visualization and efficient light transmission
Robust Lens Positioning Unit Robust Lens Positioning Unit design increases image stability and focus.
simple pivoting mechanismA simple pivoting mechanism allows you to fold the Lens Positioning Unit out of the way when not in use.

Surgeon’s Sight
IS PRECIOUS

Powered by Volk's proprietary optical and anti-reflective coating technology, Merlin provides the peace of mind that you are getting the sharpest and optimum vitreoretinal view, without contacting the eye. Comfortably go for highly complex micron-level movements and get the best outcome for your patients even under the most challenging conditions.

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Go-To Surgical
ASSISTANT

Merlin provides plenty of space to operate, so you can eliminate the need for additional staff for stabilizing your lens or changing your view, reducing your surgery time. Seamlessly switch between anterior and retinal ocular views by swinging out the LPU. You will never need to refocus while switching, making it perfect for combination procedures.


Reliable & Precise
LIKE AN EYE SURGEON

Merlin works flawlessly every time you are in the OR, so you can keep your focus where it is needed the most – on your patient. Through Volk Optical’s precision design and crisp optics, Merlin provides stable, repeatable alignment, time after time. With its compact design and precision-engineered lens assembly, you can go from surgical adjustment and preparation to retinal access without missing a beat.

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eye surgery

Reliable & Precise
LIKE AN EYE SURGEON

Merlin works flawlessly every time you are in the OR, so you can keep your focus where it is needed most–on your patient. Through Volk Optical’s precision design and crisp optics, Merlin provides stable, repeatable alignment, time after time. With its compact design and precision-engineered lens assembly, you can go from surgical adjustment and preparation to retinal access without missing a beat.


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Patient Centered
DESIGN TECHNOLOGY

Merlin provides you plenty of space to operate, so you can eliminate the need for additional staff for stabilizing your lens or changing your view, reducing your surgery time. Seamlessly switch between anterior and retinal ocular views by swinging out the LPU. You will never need to refocus while switching, making it perfect for combination procedures.

Merlin's exclusive Condenser Lens Assembly increases patient safety by efficient optical design
  • Automatically slides a condenser lens into the optical train when the Merlin is engaged
  • Eliminates the need to refocus the microscope when switching from anterior to posterior viewing, reducing surgery time
  • Significantly improves light transmission via anti-reflective coatings, reducing the risk of phototoxicity


Lens Options That
MAXIMIZE POSSIBILITIES

Experience the unbeatable Volk image clarity in a non-contact surgical lens format! Each lens is carefully crafted to deliver sharp, bright retinal views to enhance surgical confidence in the most delicate of maneuvers. Proprietary aspheric design coupled with high grade glass eliminates glares and reflections while the safety hinge on the lens ensures that the surgical site is not inadvertently compromised when focusing. Each lens is designed to remain chip-resistant and withstand repeated sterilization cycles for a dependable, long life.


Reinverting Operating Lens System (ROLS) ∞

The Merlin combines years of ophthalmic excellence and powerful precision construction experience to bring you the ROLS.
Volk’s Reinverting Lens Systems are designed to provide distortion free panoramic visualization during ocular surgery. The ROLS∞ Reinverter is offered in both Auto and Manual models, each having the option of a Zeiss or Leica style flange.
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eye surgery

ROLS∞ (Auto)

  • Provides superior image quality with minimal image shift during surgical procedures.
  • Low profile design reduces stack height, maximizing working space for instrument manipulation.
  • LED indicator conveys image alignment (direct/indirect)

ROLS∞ (Manual)

  • Precision prism surfaces for perfect image reproduction.
  • Advanced single element prism design guarantees image fusion and efficient light transmissions.
  • Single removable handle facilitate cleaning and sterilization.