A capsulorhexis device is disclosed. The capsulorhexis device includes a tip portion, a vacuum channel, and a flexible membrane. The vacuum channel extends through the tip portion. Further, the vacuum channel is operatively connected to a vacuum source. The tip portion further includes a port formed therethrough. The port is in communication with the vacuum channel. The flexible membrane is positioned with the vacuum channel. The flexible membrane permits a predetermined level of vacuum to reach the port without causing aspiration of tissue through the vacuum channel.
