25″ with it. 8x Reducer. An Astrozap focusing cap is a lightweight aluminum cap that fits over the front cell of your telescope. While this Astro-Tech #ATR8 0. 43AT72EDII or AT80ED - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: After much agonizing I made a decision and placed an order for an Astro Tech AT80EDT triplet -- very excited! Except I found out the next day that even though the website says they have them in stock they actually dont, and wont for another 60-90 days. 25" diagonal has state-of-the-art 46-layer dielectric mirror coatings for a full 99% reflectivity. Focal Length: 360mm. It will not work on all of them however. Condition is New. It’s $949. Add to registry. Starwave 70ED Refractor Optical Telescope Tube (OTA), 2"-1. Leo Triplet NGC 3628, M66, M65. Astromart. Some of you suggested the AT72EDII and it looks like a fantastic scope,. Astro-Tech 60ED Unboxed Equipment Discussions. Now some tubes will need a little extra felt, like the Astro-Tech 60ED. ZWO new Astro Cameras, new accessories: Teleskop-Service is the partner of ZWO in Europe. Resolution Formula: ( Pixel Size / Telescope Focal Length ) X 206. Soyuz. 8x CCD Telecompressor for 92mm Stowaway and 105mm Traveler. Astrotech 102mm f/7 doublet. Im looking for a 300mm vintage lens or more but. An Astrozap focusing cap is a lightweight aluminum cap that fits over the front cell of your telescope. IC405 - The Flaming Star nebula taken with the AT60ED. 265. It offers a the rack and pinion focuser and. Edited by BFaucett, 27 November 2021 - 01:16 AM. Length: 18" dewshield retracted, 21. Astro-tech 60ED with FPL53 glass (like new condition) Astro-tech . 67” and 2”. Astro-Tech . Although its been listed out of stock for a. I am not clear how the more expensive triplet like the Sharpstar or Radian would be better, given the positive reviews of the lack of color shift in the AT telescope. Don't have an Astromart account? Click here to create one. There are three set-screws which secure this in a recessed track, plus a thumb-screw for locking it in position. The Apertura 60EDR APO refractor can be used as a travel telescope, a guide scope, a super finder, or a spotting scope. (From the website). FF130. All of the telescopes in the chart above fall under the listed payload capacity of the mount. Theres two mounting screws on each side of the scope. It functions as a handle (This is fairly obvious from the name. This is one premium-quality diagonal that doesn't happen to be priced like one - and it's still a hot product for many observers. Add To Cart. 5x barlow, Lunt. Basically, what takes 4 hours of imaging with the ZS81 takes 3 hours with the AT80EDT if the same power of flattener. Former President Trump on Monday hired white collar defense attorney Todd Blanche to lead his legal team ahead of his arraignment in New York City, Fox News Digital has learned. Solar system imagery courtesy: NASA/JPL. Askar FRA300 f/5 Quintuplet. Optically these should be identical to the original AT-102ED. Both WO refractors show exquisite but the price is expensive too, Sky Rover 60ED APO and WO Z61 looks no different to me but it is on a attractive price, the last AT65Q is already discontinued, but reviews are good. 95. By far the TV-60 is the most portable scope with great optics for birding and casual astronomy. 1 lbs: 7. 05167v2 [astro-ph. It seems like it’s similar, and yet quite a different design than their. 67 (ex. Formula: Pixel Size (mm) X Focal Ratio X Diameter of Shadow / Reflection (pixels) If you don't already know the size you can upload an image below and then click & drag over the dust doughnut or shadow to calculate the size. It not only has great reviews, has FPL-53ED glass, and a clear price advantage. 50 £82. 447mm @ f/5. Clear Skies, Phil. The Hotech SCA flattener I have. Astro-Tech AT65Q ED. Reviews. If you wanted this scope but with blue trim, congratulations. 95. There's a batch of Apache sale coupons in the latest HF e-blast if anybody's interested. 25-inch adaptor. I have for sale a Sharpstar 60ED refractor. 25” non-marring compression ring accessory holders• Vixen dovetail plate. ·. 8x Reducer Field Flattener For the 60ED Optical Tubes. Really nice and bright, especially (“esp. And since we're a family business, we plan on being. Yeah, that's cutting the illumination circle a bit, but so what. Add To Cart. Guidescope Suitability Calculator. barx1963. I have a little Astrotech 66ed that I want to mount on a little Televue alt az mount. 25" · Optolong Green 1. This will be for visual use; no photography planned at this time. CNers have asked about a donation box for Cloudy Nights over the years, so here you go. The field is very large and with a focal reducer such as the WO 0. 00 £632. The AT70ED is bringing ED optics to you at a fantastic price. You save. The optical tube measures 9. The aluminum-framed case has three locking latches. 25, 2022A number of people are using 60-80mm ED's as guide scopes, which is arguably even more overkill-y than using one as a finder scope. More focuser will be supported in the further. Nor do it see it in my faster Dobs with a. Looks like a sky rover 60ed rebranded, make sure it uses fpl53 glass and you should be good. Add To Cart. The 72 is half the price for only 10% less aperture. A super portable refractor telescope with FCD100 ED glass, suitable for astrophotography or visual use, day or night-time. 25" Adaptor, Carry Case, Tripod Base / Tube Ring. 67 (ex. It goes through numerous inspections, at the factory, at Tecnosky and Rupert at Astrograph also checks it out before dispatch. 25" dewshield extended. Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. The rings have a 79mm internal diameter designed to fit the Radian 61mm refractor, but will also fit any refractor with a 79mm OD tube. This model fits the Astro Tech 60ED perfectly. ") at 15mm. 5" Questar Maksutov; 92mm Astro-Physics Stowaway refractor; 3" f/6. 60mm Astro-Tech ED - posted in Refractors : Sears 60mm x 700mm Discoverer (Towa) achromat, circa 1968, vs. 00 £806. Contact Us. 5″ long with the dewshield retracted and 12. 800-422-7876. Astro-Tech Product #: AT60GS . Astro-Tech AT60ED Backfocus Question - posted in Equipment (No astrophotography): I just received a brand new AT60ED today which I purchased hoping to upgrade the guidescope I was using. Posted 10 May 2021 - 10:54 AM. For Sale. Thanks. I have taken multiple photos of the moon, m3 and m51 and although my photos may lack technical merit, it has. VAT) Sky-Watcher Esprit 120ED PRO OTA £2,499. Bahtinov Focus Mask for Telescope - Astro Tech 60ED SLIDE ON. This is my plan to begin astrophotography on a regular. Apertura 60mm APO Refractor Specifications. These mount holes are 20mm apart, is this a standard size, or do I. -- John Vienna, VA iexos-100-2, Orion 80 ED, Astro-Tech 60ED, Celestron Comet Catcher, Nikon D90 astro modified, SVBONY SV165 40mm, SVBONY 905c guide camera. The telescope-side barrel is threaded for standard 2″ filters so you can attach a light pollution filter. - posted in Experienced Deep Sky Imaging: Here is my second test of new x0. This Astro-Tech AT70ED refractor has: • Single ring with a foot that has a 1/4" 20 thread hole for easy attachment to a dovetail. The FCD100 ED Doublet lens gives very good colour correction, controlling hot blue stars especially well. A compact guide scope with good quality optics to fit atop the 60ED with "set and forget" focuser. Save Image. (0. ago. im quite enticed that i could use it for WIDE-field views (even wider than the St-80!), astrophotography, guiding, and even just day-to-day. The scope is a f/5. The Orion version uses FPL 53 glass but has a cheap focuser. Page 1 of 2 - Yet another rebranded Sharpstar 60ED available now - posted in Refractors : I got an email from High Point today talking about a new Apertura 60mm f/6 FPL-53 doublet that looks exactly like the Sharpstar 60mm which is currently being sold with branding from Astro-Tech, Teleskop-Service, Altair Astro, and William Optics. Star testing is so-so, by my estimate, about 1/4 wave SA under corrected, a little better than that if I use a prism diagonal. We all have questions from time to time. Borg 60mm ED. Thoughts on the Astro-Tech 80EDT? - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hi, Im looking to actually purchase my first personal astrophotography telescope (I have been borrowing one all this time). 60ed. Its tube is. Help us to grow by adding additional equipment to the database. 95. 8X reducer/field flattener is designed for prime focus astrophotography with quality f/6 focal ratio apo refractors such as the Astro-Tech AT72ED and AT130 apo, it will also work well with Astro-Tech and other brand refractors in the f/5. Most Read Articles • Contact UsContact Us • Moon PhaseThe two silver allen bolts in the center of your photo. Re: AT70ED. MPN. topic starter. 00. 265. ASTRO-TECH AT60ED 60MM F/6 FPL-53ED AND LANTHANUM DOUBLET I am selling my Astro-Tech 60ed + . $139. The ZWO EAF is a couple hundred dollars either way you go. It’s worth noting that the. I'm VERY pleased with my AT115EDT. I have a TV 3-6 zoom so. Focal lengths are 560. com and they have no idea. Images of space, taken by amateurs. 8x field flattener (no stock currently) + William Optics 48mm T-mount for Sony E-mount OR 2. Back focus is 55mm from the shoulder of the reducer to the image plane, the standard spacing for 35mm. Is there an Astro Tech dealer in Australia or do you purchase direct from the USA? I would like a AT65EQD. Theres a couple of dust spots in the lens but doesn't affect imaging and some marks on the dovetail. This Astro-Tech ED refractor has:• 72mm f/6 fully multicoated FPL-53 and Lanthanum doublet refractor optics• dual-speed Rack and Pinion 2” focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing and built in Camera Angle Adjuster (Same mechanism as our EDT series)• 2” and 1. This evening a new scope arrived, an Astro Tech AT102ED. Orion 2” 38mm superwide eyepiece. ) and is 125mm long. The Starwave 60ED is super compact with a modular design. The AT70ED is a brand new addition to the Astro-Tech line up, whereas the 60ED and 72EDII have been out for a. Focal Ratio: f/6. From all the review it seem this is one fine. If this Astro-Tech AT80ED was just another 80mm refractor, the quality of its optics alone would still make it a superb value. 8lb apertura 60mm 3. 8 with the optional Altair Astro 0. Astro-Tech AT60ED 60mm or Apertura 60mm FPL-53 Doublet APO Refractor - posted in Refractors : I am looking for a terrestrial scope that can also be used for a grab-and-go scope. Astro-Tech 80ED Refractor - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Please help me decide between the Orion EON 80 mm ED Doublet APO refractor and the Astro-Tech AT80 ED refractor. While this Astro-Tech #ATR8 0. Astro-Tech AT60ED . You can read this instruction for the full supported list and the connection methods: ZWO EAF Compatible Focuser List & Connecting Methods. $139. 00 £2,082. 1. Hardtailparty is gonna put out a review for the Habit soon. The Astro-Tech AT60ED might be just the compact high-quality grab-and-go or travel scope you have been searching for. . Stellarvue 80mm f/7 access. The EDL is an f/7 and the EDT is a triplet at f/6. 5 to f/7 or so. A few on the back. 8X Reducer for 60ED (ATRF60) Software Adobe Photoshop · Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Steffen Hirtle GraXpert Guiding. 00 £315. Canon 100-400 IS I vs. 00 usd. The Astro-Tech AT60ED APO Refractor that I recently purchased. 8x Reducer Field Flattener For the 60ED Optical Tubes. Incorporates Ohara FPL-53 glass optics for enhanced contrast, color correction, and sharpness. 00. Small is essential on a Sky Adventurer, so you are going to need to consider the assorted 60ED's and a flattener. 5 to f/7 range that use a 2" focuser. Orion 2” dielectric diagonal. And I thought As. Page 1 of 4 - Astro Tech's new Scopes coming soon! - posted in Refractors : I didnt see this on the refractor forum. Astro-Tech 60ED Unboxed Equipment Discussions. Not so good for planets. Click on the pics for a larger image. Features. Its apochromatic refractor design ensures that you get high-quality, clear images with minimal chromatic aberration. Both are very nice. I've just upgraded to the Speed Spider Hot end and this is the quality of my prints now, anyone got any idea what's going on? I've calibrated the PID. The Astro-Tech AT150EDL is the largest apeture telescope in the EDL series. NEW V3 with X-Rings, Top. I hope you guys will like it. 25 pounds, this super compact telescope is a great tool to have whether it is your main. 83 (ex. Altair's is almost the same name:Astro-Tech 60ED on Orion Tritech II tripod, StellarVue MV1 mount head: Maybe about a dozen pounds fully dressed? It is a true (for me) grab-and-go outfit, and can be carried outside and around the yard, as needed, with a couple of eyepieces in my pocket. Telescop Expert ofera livrare rapida si cel mai bun pret din Romania. . The 72mm, f/6 primary lens is an air-spaced ED doublet using FPL-53 optics. Skywatcher. They are pretty much optical twins with no. DETAILS. This instrument is designed as an astrograph. I purchased one, but it is back ordered till February. Solar system imagery courtesy: NASA/JPL. Formal-Garden-7412 •. $ 390. Page 1 of 2 - Astro-tech 130EDT or APM 140 - posted in Refractors : So just getting opinions, Ive decided I want to get a larger refractor, and I know the price difference between the two, its just a one vs one idea. The main lesson seems to be, however, that if an apo doesn't show a textbook star test then it isn't necessarily a sign of a problem. 6x reducer in storage and the Borg are the Lego of. 8x Reducer Field Flattener For the 60ED Optical Tubes. 8mm so, if so, you are already too long before adding spacers. Astro-Tech 60ED: not yet fully evaluated. Buyer take care of. This high-profile stalk has a dovetail shape at the bottom for attaching it to finder scope dovetail shoes used on Stellarvue refractors and many others. Artificial stars at a. $369. I want to invest in my first astrophotography telescope which would be used with my iOptron SkyGuider Pro. But the AT60 really isn't intended for planetary visual use. by Bigzmey » Sun Jun 20, 2021 1:21 am. The 2 inch focuser is extremely smooth and every screw has the non-mar. 8x reducer / flattener for the 60ED. 1000 mm. The Starwave 60ED becomes a fast astrograph at F4. The Starwave 60ED is super compact with a modular design and can be ordered with various accessories. Apertura 60EDR vs AT60ED - posted in Refractors : I am in the process of upgrading my imaging scope from a ST80 to a better small refractor. For sale is arguably the MOST portable astronomical telescope on the market: the Astro-Tech AT60ED 60mm F/6 FPL-53 ED Doublet with a focal length of 360 mm and a focal ratio of f/6. ago. This finder shoe is designed to work on a variety of Astro-Tech telescopes. The back focus is 55mm from the shoulder of the reducer to the. You got the $$ differences. I like both the build and look of it, and the functionality of the rack and pinion focuser, but Im having a problem that Ive never experienced. Not wise. 8X reducer (384mm @ f/4. I know you get what you pay for, but I also cant justify spending over $500 on a hobby I might not be able to figure out lol. On top of that, its a quad with the flattener built in and (contrary to popular belief) can be used for visual. This 50/60 mm finder ring set mounts into the dovetail shoe on the Stellarvue or Feather Touch focuser. 00 £806. Posted 22 January 2022 - 08:20 PM. The opening of the shoe will accept generic Vixen style finder brackets. 8 reducer. This scope is for the person wanting a little more than what the 60ED and 72EDII can bring to the table from an optical standpoint as well as a mechanical standpoint. Add to cart. Contact Us. Astro-Tech AT60ED Field Flattner - posted in Equipment (No astrophotography): Hello, 5 months ago I purchased an Astro-Tech AT60ED telescope. William Optics RedCat 51. 8X Reducer for AT102EDL (AT102EDLRF)GetLeadsFast, LLC. For planets/ moon general viewing you could also look at the skywatcher 100ed F-9 or the TS-102ED F-11. The focuser can rotate as well to help you get the perfect framing. I have a SharpStar 60ED F5. Canon 100-400 IS I vs. We have found them to be too long and they have caused damage to the finish of the finderscope drawtube. I am. Add To Cart. 5- Astrotech AT 60ED - surprisingly powerful little scope. Posts: 137; Joined: 04 Aug 2020; Loc: New Hampshire, NH; Posted 18 April 2021 - 08:31 PM. Both have FPL-53 glass. We've picked some of the best budget and high-end travel telescopes. 1-800-422-7876 questions@astronomics. I plan to do some comparisons with the other finders here on my menagerie of scopes. WO Zenithstar 61 APO $478. The new 80EDL is a doublet and F/7. Joined: 06 Jan 2005. The AT80ED is bringing ED optics to you at a fantastic price. Includes the following; 6260 mini 60Ed, 7060 tube rings, 7857 helical focuser, 7604 extention tube, 7364 adapter,7920 adapter, 7317 eyepiece holder and 7885 . As a short refractor, it's meant for wide-field views and astrophotography. Canon 300mm f/4 L Prime - posted in Refractors : Hello members of CN, I am trying to understand the differences between doublets + FFs and Canon L series Primes or Zooms. Astro tech 66ed refractor mounting advice needed - posted in Refractors : HI All: After a long hiatus I am back into astronomy. It can be ordered with various accessories. . Most Read Articles • Contact UsContact Us • Moon PhaseThe Astro-Tech AT80EDT is a great triplet apochromatic refractor. Note that the Orion is an. buy. At $300, this is such an amazing performer. Product Description. Win some, lose some. We carry all brands and products, like Meade telescopes, Celestron telescopes, and more. 66X focal reducer/flattener, 240sec, ASA 1600,. Astro-Tech 60ED Unboxed Equipment Discussions. Page 1 of 2 - Astro-Tech AT60ED - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hi folks, curious on peoples take on this scope. The Astro-Tech AT125EDL is an extension of the beloved 60ED and 72EDII. 00. #1 johnjohn Sputnik topic starter Posts: 29 Joined: 15 Oct 2017 Posted 30 December 2017 - 09:41 AM Hello! Please, does anyone know how does compare. Buy telescopes and telescope accessories at Astronomics. Pocketprep has over 1000 covering the 7th edition. 98 (well, 0. Askar FRA300 f/5. It is not too heavy and gives you a focal length of 288mm. The AT 115 is an f/7 (804mm), the SW 120 is an f/7. # 9/11/2019. Spencer-3D. 8X Reducer for 60ED (ATRF60) is an equipment item of class Accessory on AstroBin equipment database. 6 lbs: 8. 8, and after a lot of Googling, including a long look at Astro Bin, I went with the Sigma 180mm f2. 8X Reducer for 60ED (ATRF60) Software Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight Acquisition details Dates: Sept. Thats why I was comparing the Astro-tech with it. So, subtract the thickness of the t-ring from 9. Find the position of dust or reflections in your optics. 4mm nozzle. Matsumoto Company. Whether you are bird-watching or simply enjoying nature's beauty, the advanced apochromatic system with ED (extra-low dispersion) glass minimises colour fringing. Page 1 of 3 - Astrotech ED series - 72mm or 80mm? - posted in Refractors : Im trying to decide between a 72mm and 80mm doublet Astrotech ED series. 1. They have the standard 102ED for like 560. (Ill add that itd be nice to have pleasant views of Jupiter, Saturn, and the moon, but no need for close detail. The Altair 60 EDF is our most compact telescope, and this a more refined version with an S-FPL53 doublet objective lens providing superior colour correction and a lighter more compact tube. It looks better from the outside, but when youre observing or doing astrophotography in the dark, you. 00 Not FPL-53. The F-7 ED 102 is a good general use scope with low CA. Canon 300mm f/4 L Prime - posted in Refractors : Hello members of CN, I am trying to understand the differences between doublets + FFs and Canon L series Primes or Zooms. ZW Optical. Skywatcher. Now with zwo1600mm camera. By attaching the dedicated 0. This l. The Astro Fi offers dazzling views of craters on the Moon, the rings of Saturn, the Great Red Spot on. Ended up just ordering the 7” Astro-Tech dovetail which hopefully will arrive tomorrow. Click here to create one. • a rotating dual-speed 2. I purchased a Borg 60 ED this week which arrived today. The home to all amateur astronomers & telescopes! Feel free to discuss anything astronomical here, from…. When adding an eyepiece or binocular, please don't include the magnification or aperture details in the model, this will get added automatically. Cle. 134K subscribers in the telescopes community. SWAS70ED-VISKIT. The set up new is over $1,150 plus shipping. Maybe if they would come in stock. Mechanically, the 2. We carry all brands and products, like Meade telescopes, Celestron telescopes, and more. On the front end, the retractable dew shield has an OD of 121mm, in case anyone is considering putting a filter there. I was initially considering the Orion 80ED, but the focal length is a little longer than I would like and I dont like the focuser. In addition to the BVF I have both Stellarview 50 and 60mm RACIs, the Astro-Tech (Long-Perng) 10x50 RACI, and a GSO 8 x50 RACI. Quick view. The Astro-Tech 60ED is high on the list when it becomes available. Too many 60-62mm options! - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Im going to be in the market for a 60-62mm refractor in a few weeks - to mount on my Star Adventurer. 11/10/2023 06:06PM. 0mm) > Camera (17. com is the leading portal for astronomy news, classified ads and telescope reviews. Is there an Astro Tech dealer in Australia or do you purchase direct from the USA? I would like a AT65EQD. Quadruplet Apochromat. Add to Cart. The main thing I like about a triplet in this case is that it would provide a little extra weight for balancing against a 2" star diagonal and eyepiece compared to a doublet. 8X Reducer for 60ED (ATRF60) Accessory: 18: 121: Astro-Tech . 5 inch rack and pinion focuser addresses what was the only weak point in some of the first AT-102EDs. 00. I fashioned a solar finder from an old white plastic aspirin bottle, which works perfectly. Thank you @peter k! My goal is to pit it against my other two refractors in a 2 against 1 competition. The Altair Astro Starwave ASCENT 70 ED is a solid option for travel and wide-field astrophotography. Both have FPL-53 glass. Its 420mm f/7 ED air-spaced apochromatic. 5mm, 21mm, 11mm spacers > ASI294. Astromart. 8 reducer for ED60. Altair Starwave 60ED AstroBin's equipment database is entirely maintained by the community. Feel free to give us a call if you have a question about your scope if it isn’t an Astro-Tech product. My first refractor. I have been. The Astro-Tech handle is not only nice to look at, it is extremely useful as it performs double duty. Astro-Tech 60ED. AstroTech AT60ED vs William Optics ZS61II - posted in Refractors : Just judging from the descriptions, these two scopes appear to be very close to the same thing. Reduced retraction. The telescope-side barrel is threaded for standard 2″ filters so you can attach a light pollution filter. JPG . From my experience and knowledge I have learned the past year or two, I want a small refractor for my ZWO ASI1600mm. Of the remainder, two are vintage Japanese refractors and the rest are various American scopes. This is markedly higher reflectivity than the 88% of a conventional aluminum diagonal or the 96-97%. Telescope Express TS Photoline 60mm f/6 is the same scope as the AT60ED, but a different color. Astro Tech AT60ED Bahtinov Focus Mask -RED-AT60ED . We carry all brands and products, like Meade telescopes, Celestron telescopes, and more.