SWAS70ED-OTA, plus 0. VAT) Altair 70 EDQ-R F5 Quad APO Astrograph £1,150. 8 lens for faster and wider field astronomical and terrestrial photography. Reviews. Turned out the Astro-Tech 80ED. Astro-Tech . Features. Share FOV. The Astro-Tech AT60EDP Astrograph from Astronomics is a unique apochromatic ED Petzval refractor astrograph that has a four lens fully multicoated. The Starwave 60ED is super compact with a modular design and can be ordered with various accessories. Product Description. 2 oz with the rings and dovetail, 5 lbs 4 oz without rings and dovetail. AT72II - posted in Refractors : Hello! Please, does anyone know how does compare AT60ED and AT72II from Astro-Tech? Im looking for a starter refractor and I understand the 72 gathers more light but I was wondering whether there are any other differences? Perhaps one is shaper, corrects aberration better, . VAT) Out of stock. Astro-Tech 65mm Quad: 6. 5 (900mm). VAT) Sky-Watcher Esprit 120ED PRO OTA £2,499. And since we're a family business, we plan on being. William Optics sold a fair number of them as well as a fair number of FPL-51 doublets. 00. The new Astro-Tech ATR8 2" 0. A super compact ED refractor with dual speed rack and pinion focuser, proper tube. 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 Astro-Tech AT80ED is a telescope that clearly fills a niche in the popular 80mm compact range. The Astro-Tech AT60ED APO Refractor that I recently purchased. 8X Reducer for 60ED (ATRF60) AstroBin's equipment database is entirely maintained by the community. For $50 more, the 80EDT gives you the performance of a triplet and significantly faster at F/6. Both are very nice. This will be for visual use; no photography planned at this time. 25" dewshield extended. )The optics. 11/10/2023 04:51AM. Most Read Articles • Contact UsContact Us • Moon PhaseOk, so today I received my brand new Sky Rover 60ED purchased directly from the Aliexpress store. Our shop offers you comfortable online shopping, fast delivery times. 90. This l. Starwave ASCENT 60ED F6 Refractor. 00 £2,082. Resolution Formula: ( Pixel Size / Telescope Focal Length ) X 206. 8x Reducer Field Flattener For the 60ED Optical Tubes. Celestron Nexstar 102 GT computerized 4” refractor $140. Finally, I have beautiful Rick. I thought most t-rings were at 9. Formal-Garden-7412 •. Astro-Tech . Hopefully someone here has. William Optics RedCat 51. ASTRO-TECH 60MM PHOTOGUIDE REFRACTOR "The new Astro-Tech AT60GS 60mm guidescope with upgraded helical focuser makes highly accurate autoguiding of deep space astrophotos affordable for any astrophotographer. Performance is probably similar, but I'd love to see a comparison done. The distance needed is 54. Its 420mm f/7 ED air-spaced apochromatic. We have had various world class, in my opinion, opticians working for us over the years. 8X Reducer for 60ED (ATRF60) Software Adobe Photoshop · Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Steffen Hirtle GraXpert Guiding. Astro-Tech 60ED: not yet fully evaluated, but well made and looks good so far. These mount holes are 20mm apart, is this a standard size, or do I need something proprietary to mount something on the scope. $60. It goes through numerous inspections, at the factory, at Tecnosky and Rupert at Astrograph also checks it out before dispatch. When installing the bracket be very careful your new bolts don’t screw in too far or they will bottom out on the brass rail. The 2 inch focuser is extremely smooth and every screw has the non-mar. 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. Astro Tech 60ED Telescope Review A miniature telescope with a specific task in its future, if I'm. com. Ended up just ordering the 7” Astro-Tech dovetail which hopefully will arrive tomorrow. Astro tech 66ed refractor mounting advice needed - posted in Refractors : HI All: After a long hiatus I am back into astronomy. Altair Astro Limited is. Note that the Orion is an. Does anyone know if a ring is made for this purpose? Also, Is it ok to store a Celestron 6se outside under a tarp. I highly recommend it. Pending edit 1; Mounts 621 ; Filters 2238 ; Accessories 1413 ; Software 386 ; Contributors 50 ;Page 1 of 2 - PF vs. Solar system imagery courtesy: NASA/JPL. 95. The ZWO EAF is a couple hundred dollars either way you go. 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. These have caught my eye: RVO Horizon 60ED ( £500 with flattener ) Altair 60 EDF ( £600 with flattener ) Both the RVO and Altair seem literally identical. 00. The telescope-side barrel is threaded for standard 2″ filters so you can attach a light pollution filter. Buy telescopes and telescope accessories at Astronomics. The objective has just a few specks of dust which can probably be removed with a simple air-bulb. I have talked to the people at astronmics. Sure there is another one also out there. 83 (ex. Artificial stars at a. Page 1 of 4 - Astro-Tech AT115EDT Review: The telescope that punches way above its price range - posted in Refractors : Hi all, Ive owned my Astro-Tech AT115EDT since December 2020, and Ive finally. 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 price difference between the two not counting taxes or shipping is only about $10. I already have experiences with vintage lenses, Vivitar 200mm f3. Focal Ratio: f/6. The Astro-Tech AT60EDP Astrograph from Astronomics is a unique apochromatic ED Petzval refractor astrograph that has a four lens fully multicoated optical system. The Altair Astro Starwave ASCENT 70 ED is a solid option for travel and wide-field astrophotography. 5" long with. To the OP. I was very excited - until I opened the box to inspect my new telescope. The AT60ED is the perfect size scope for traveling. The important performance updates come in the type of ED element combination and the type of focuser the AT102EDL is built around. If this Astro-Tech AT80ED was just another 80mm refractor, the quality of its optics alone would still make it a superb value. 25" diagonal has state-of-the-art 46-layer dielectric mirror coatings for a full 99% reflectivity. ASTRO-TECH AT72ED 72MM F/6 ED $379. I am selling my Astro-Tech 60ed + . Maybe if they would come in stock. There's a batch of Apache sale coupons in the latest HF e-blast if anybody's interested. Those AT dovetails are great - having the long slot in the middle is very convenient for different. The F-7 ED 102 is a good general use scope with low CA. $139. 00. Astro-tech 60ED FPL53 glass wide FOV imaging setup. Should be the same as the tsoptics 60ed and Apertura 60ed and Astro tech 60ed ReplyThe Altair XRINGS are a strong, lightweight way to mount your refractor. Leo Triplet NGC 3628, M66, M65. In. 5 set up with an efl of 950mm. It is still lightweight, compact and portable but with much better performance, from star colors to planets and DSOs. Page 14 of 23 - Astro-Tech 80EDL owners thread - posted in Refractors : Now I realize that it’s much easier to produce an 80mm doublet with minimal aberrations than it is to produce a more complex 180mm triplet at the same focal length, but regardless, this AT80EDL appears to be a good example of the right way to make a scope. The Sharpstar 60ED is a versatile telescope that is perfect for viewing celestial objects such as the moon, planets, and stars. Obvious differences -- the AT 115EDT is a triplet apo, the SW 120ED is a doublet. 8X Reducer for 72EDII (ATRF72) Accessory: 24: 164: Astro-Tech . Askar FRA300 f/5. Reviews. You can image objects like the Heart nebula, Andromeda galaxy, Veil nebula and many more. They have the standard 102ED for like 560. Page 2 of 3 - Star Tests: 60mm Sears vs. The Astro-Tech 102ED is a handsome 102mm F/7 refractor. Place your astronomy ads, read the latest news articles and check out the current reviews of newest telescopes and equipment. Buy telescopes and telescope accessories at Astronomics. The Astro-Tech AT60EDT is a superb grab-and-go visual scope, a fine wide-field astrograph, and a daytime spotting scope. Brands / Companies 931 ; Cameras 3319 ; Sensors 465 ; Telescopes & lenses 3756 . The handle will help making set up much easier as you have a solid part to grab onto and not just the tube. The flattener produces wonderful flat fields as well as a 41mm image circle. The equipment was mounted on a Celestron AVX GOTO mount. " . I have since sold my scope and never used the flattener so now it is up for sale. This uses the FB shoe and has a machined adapter that attaches it to the top of a 1" wide telescope mounting ring. ASTRO-TECH. I was hoping to do this first light video of my Astro-Tech AT60ED after I got my flattener/reducer, however they just haven't been in stock. The Astro-Tech ATRF60 reducer/flattener threads on the 60ED focusers. You can still get good images, but you would need to. The AstroTech version has a nicer focuser, costs $100 less but uses FK 61 glass. Designed for a better astrophotography experience than its doublet predecessor, the Sharpstar 61EDPH II apochromatic triplet is improved in a few key areas. Aperture: 60mm. Should be the same as the tsoptics 60ed and Apertura 60ed and Astro tech 60ed Reply Product code: XRING-60ED. The thing that has most helped me practically is having a small refractor (F/6 60ED) and an artificial star that I can play around with indoors, under controlled conditions. The prospective user can obtain optics of equal or slightly. . The Starwave 60ED Imaging Refractor from Altair Astro offers a very portable refractor telescope with FCD100 ED glass, suitable for astrophotography as well as visual use, day or night-time. ( 3. 5mm) > Filter Holder (17. I note that the 60ED is also described as a quad but is actually a doublet. Dust / Reflection Calculator. The back focus is 55mm from the shoulder of the reducer to the. buy. Mount Type: Two 1/4-20 threaded holes on foot with spacing between holes: 30mm. Would I be better off with the Flat61R on the AT60ED or the Astro-Tech . $11. Telescope N 130/900 Explorer EQ-2 with EQ-2-motor drive. Mpaige10 likes this Back to top #36 Mpaige10 Mpaige10. Same fit and finish. (I will be mounting the scope on a SLIK tripod and using either the Omegon Baby or DSV-M mount). 8x reducer you get a fast flat field astrograph operating at f/4. FPL-51 or equivalent in the triplet. The Starblast has a focal length of ~450mm vs 360mm for the AT60, so the Orion is capable of marginally higher magnification for lunar/planetary viewing. . Add the deluxe features like the rotating dual speed microfine focuser,. The Astro-Tech 1. Feel free to give us a call if you have a question about your scope if it isn’t an Astro-Tech product. 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. Click here to create one. ZWO new Astro Cameras, new accessories: Teleskop-Service is the partner of ZWO in Europe. • 2" and 1. No liability assumed for product specifications. 67 (ex. DETAILS. Dedicated 0. Posted 23 May 2019 - 11:05 AM. I have a SharpStar 60ED F5. A super portable refractor telescope with FCD100 ED glass, suitable for astrophotography or visual use, day or night-time. 7. At`$550, you should be getting an FPL-53 doublet. 25" · Optolong H-Alpha 7nm 1. Now with zwo1600mm camera. Telescope Service is one of the leading astronomy Dealers in Europe. Attached Thumbnails. Astro-Tech AT72EDII. The camera side of the reducer uses 48mm T-threads to connect to a T-ring and camera body. Some of the youtube videos talk about a backfocus adjustment of 3mm, but this particular focal reducer doesn't seem to have the ability to adjust - it is a. 8x reducer/field flattener for f/6 refractors is now available from stock. For planets/ moon general viewing you could also look at the skywatcher 100ed F-9 or the TS-102ED F-11. 8 with the optional Altair Astro 0. There are three holes in the cap, similar to the circular holes in a Hartmann mask, that help you focus during imaging and visual use. I am currently using the AT60ED without a field flattener with a crop sensor DSLR (700D) and have found that while it is usable, you want the field flattener. Astro-Tech AT102ED Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI294MM Pro Mounts Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Filters Optolong Blue 1. ciently explore phase-space configurations of GCs without needing to specify their initial conditions,. This is my first impressions shortly after receiving the telescope. 72X Reducer for AT152EDT (AT152FF) Accessory: 1: 1: Astro-Tech . Sharpstar 60ED Astronomical Telescope $366 / $436 with Flattener. . Joined: 06 Jan 2005. For Sale. 00. IC405 - The Flaming Star nebula taken with the AT60ED. The AT80ED is bringing ED optics to you at a fantastic price. Desert Sky Astro Products. Astro-Tech . 2. Bringing in an improved ED element to the multi-coated glass and paired with a focal length of 335mm and focal ratio of f/5. Posted 27 August 2019 - 01:58 PM. Cloudy Nights. Same ratio applies if each is mated to a 0. William Optics Adjustable Field Flattener For Zenithstar 73 £209. 8 reducer. This product is discontinued, for the new 5V EAF please click here. The Astro-Tech AT60ED might be just the compact high-quality grab-and-go or travel scope you have been searching for. View profile Send private message Share; Navigation contextTelescoape astronomice, microscoape si binocluri pentru profesionisti si incepatori. 1 lbs: Keep in mind, the weight of these configurations will vary depending on the exact camera body you are using, and does not include any extra weight such as field flatteners, filters, or guide telescopes. MPN. We carry all brands and products, like Meade telescopes, Celestron telescopes, and more. 2 vs 1: Astro-Tech 102ED Initial Impressions and Casual Backyard Shoot Out - posted in Refractors : Yesterday I took delivery of a beautiful AT102ED, my first ED scope. Astro-Tech . Mounts for Astro Tech AT60ED - posted in Refractors : Hi folks, I recently picked up an Astro Tech AT60ED as my first scope and noticed the mounts on each side of the scope for spot/guide scope and other peripherals. You get a 2" Rack and Pinion focuser with a microfine 11:1 fine-focusing ratio finished in our Aston Martin Grey trim. Not so good for planets. Do I need a reducer/flattener? - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hi there I just purchased an Astro Tech AT60ED 60MM F/6 FPL-53ED doublet to do Astrophotography with my ioptron Skyguider Pro. The Astro-Tech ATRF60 0. (I assume that the mechanics of the tube/focuser are the same on all Astro Techs, especially the 80mm scopes. -- 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. → Beginning Deep Sky Imaging. $0. 8X Reducer/Flattener + Williams Optics Guidescope package. Astro-Tech Voyager (thanks Mark!) Vixen Porta AltAz Mount (thanks Stephen!) Williams Optics EZ Touch; The WO EZ Touch seems a bit on the heavy side for Grab and Go use, but it would be nice to mount the 101, Astro-Tech 80, etc. 11/10/2023 06:06PM. Page 1 of 4 - ASTRO-TECH AT80ED 3. Hello guys. 50 (ex. 5 to f/7 range that use a 2" focuser. VAT) Altair 70ED Triplet APO Refractor Telescope From: £759. 5 compared to the usual F6 (TS sold the F5. Optically these should be identical to the original AT-102ED. 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. I've been very pleased with my 28mm Astro-Tech UWA. The price difference may be due to the fact that the astro-tech uses FCD-100 and FK-61 glass whereas the StarField uses FPL-53 glass. $139. Astro-Tech. Back to top #7 nicknacknock nicknacknock. Most Read Articles • Contact UsContact Us • Moon PhaseThe Astro-Tech AT80EDT is a great triplet apochromatic refractor. Sky Rover 60 ED APO with field flattener. This version has the rack and pinion focuser, and optional guide scope clamp for imaging. Altair Astro Limited is a UK Company Currently, I want a frustration free experience before taking up bigger challenge. The user manual says that it provides a library of LabVIEW wrapper around the OmniDriver . The Apertura 60EDR APO refractor can be used as a travel telescope, a guide scope, a super finder, or a spotting scope. For the Astro-Tech Reducer/Flattener the spacing is 55mm with image circle. The SW 120 is slightly bigger. We carry all brands and products, like Meade telescopes, Celestron telescopes, and more. buy. Does Not Apply. 5mm, 21mm, 11mm spacers > ASI294. For Sale. 25″ with it. VAT). 800-422-7876. Posts: 711. • a rotating dual-speed 2. 34mm and that is the thickness of the spacer (s) you require. Nirvanaepic • 22 days ago. It looks better from the outside, but when youre observing or doing astrophotography in the dark, you. It functions as a handle (This is fairly obvious from the name. Weighing 19 pounds with tube rings and finder attached, this triplet is a 127mm, f/7. Star test results using an artificial star at a distance. -- 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. Buy telescopes and telescope accessories at Astronomics. Brands / Companies 925 ; Cameras 3311 ; Sensors 465 ; Telescopes & lenses 3753 ; Mounts 613 ; Filters 2238 ; Accessories 1410 . 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. 5- Astrotech AT 60ED - surprisingly powerful little scope. 11/10/2023 06:06PM. 8, and after a lot of Googling, including a long look at Astro Bin, I went with the Sigma 180mm f2. 25" · Optolong Red 1. 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. This is a great little portable package. Astro-Tech recently re-released the 65EDQ and was available for immediate delivery. Astro-Tech 60ED Unboxed Equipment Discussions. There is no comparison with the default Synta focuser. 95, 709mm FL, used Plossls of 32 to 15mm, and 66 degree ultra wide (similar to Orion Expanse) of 9 and 6 mm: M3 above Boo, nice fuzz ball at 20mm. I thought most t-rings were at 9. This Astro-Tech AT60EDP refractor astrograph has: • 60mm f/5 fully multicoated four-lens Petzval refractor • Two ED lens elements, FCD-100 and FK-61 • 44mm corrected image circle • amazing flat field astrophotographic capabilities • dual-speed 2. 8 for wide field shots with a focal length of 288mm giving you the flexibility of two focal lengths in one. Listed below is the advert with the parts i have been sold. This is my plan to begin astrophotography on a regular. Astromelb. 00 £958. The Astro-Tech 60ED is high on the list when it becomes available. Calculate the resolution in arc seconds per pixel of a CCD with a particular telescope. Theres a couple of dust spots in the lens but doesn't affect imaging and some marks on the dovetail. The new Astro-Tech AT102EDL is an extension of the beloved 60ED and 72EDII. Thank you @peter k! My goal is to pit it against my other two refractors in a 2 against 1 competition. Matsumoto Company. Calculate the resolution in arc seconds per pixel of a CCD with a particular telescope. At Astronomics, we have that experience - a staff total of over 160 years of experience using and selling telescopes. From my experience and knowledge I have learned the past year or two, I want a small refractor for my ZWO ASI1600mm. The Astro-Tech AT60GS guidescope is a 60mm aperture 240mm focal length (f/4) achromatic refractor with a helical focuser. Some of you suggested the AT72EDII and it looks like a fantastic scope,. 95. Which might work better in a Maksutov. $419. Optically it is quite good, pushed hard on difficult targets like Venus, a faint purple fringe is visible. In summary, we are using Nyquist as a starting point, with a slight tweak, because we are typically sampling very small, circular, stars. Item location:California nebula Astro-Tech 60ED test Celestial hemisphere: Northern · Constellation: Perseus (Per) · Contains: California Nebula · NGC 1499 · The star ξPer. These mount holes are 20mm apart, is this a standard size, or do I. So until then I am stuck using scope uncorrected. Contact Us. $75. 4mm nozzle. 60mm Astro-Tech ED - posted in Refractors : My Astrotech AT72EDII shows identical diffraction rings inside and outside of focus when using an artificial star and a #58 green filter. Here are a few comments for those who may be considering purchasing one. 8x field flattener (no stock currently) + William Optics 48mm T-mount for Sony E-mount OR 2. Add To Cart. I have stacked CR2 files in sequator without problems, so that shouldnt be your problem atleast. 95. Based on the classic two-doublet Petzval. My NIRQuest was easy to get up and running, but it seems like I can’t find the LabVIEW driver for the QEPro. ASTRO-TECH 60MM PHOTOGUIDE REFRACTOR "The new Astro-Tech AT60GS 60mm guidescope with upgraded helical focuser makes highly accurate autoguiding of deep space astrophotos affordable for any astrophotographer. Wanted- Tele Vue NP101 or NP101is. AT60EDP Then I. 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. 25 diagonal, and a Manfroto camera tripod with pistol grip for easy aiming. 00 Not FPL-53. It suffers somewhat from field curvature and the owner’s aging, less-than-accommodating. 00 usd. I've had a number of medium-capacity manual Alt-Az mounts that would certainly handle an AT80ED. Sky Rover 60 ED APO with field flattener. William Optics RedCat 51. The camera side of the reducer has 48mm T-threads to connect to a T-ring and camera body. # 9/11/2019. 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 AT60ED Field Flattner - posted in Equipment (No astrophotography): Hello, 5 months ago I purchased an Astro-Tech AT60ED telescope. The EDT triplet is surprisingly 2 lbs lighter and comes with a case. • 2" and 1. Having heard many good things. Astro-tech 60ED with FPL53 glass (like new condition) Astro-tech . in small batches and is often on back order, the SW 120 is easy to find. I have taken multiple photos of the moon, m3 and m51 and although my photos may lack technical merit, it has. After this, I chose a different base image and it began processing - but loading every image FAILED before. It adopts a double air-space achromatic design, which is carefully machined and adju. Astro-Tech AT60ED Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI533MC Pro Mounts Celestron Advanced VX Filters Optolong L-eXtreme 2" Accessories Astro-Tech . If are on very tight budget can get instead a decent "department-store level" phototripod equipped with a ball-head (prices around 80-120. 05167v2 [astro-ph. AT60ED AT72ED II AT92EDT AT102ED Thank you very muchAn astrophotograph by Gideon Golan on AstroBinAstro-Tech AT60ED and AT72EDII Black Friday Sale; Universal Astro Sale; Various Used and Demo Scopes and Mounts; iOptron 20% Off Sale While Supplies Last;. The back focus is 55mm from the shoulder of the reducer to the. Happy 2023 to everyone! Ever wanted to take a telescope on vacation with you… but you’re flying there and not driving? You need an instrument considerably sm. The Starwave 60ED is super compact with a modular design. Donation is not required by any means, so please enjoy your stay. Astro-Tech . Lukomatico just gave the Gear 60 a great review on YouTube. (From the website). I have for sale a Sharpstar 60ED refractor. 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. 5" Questar Maksutov; 92mm Astro-Physics Stowaway refractor; 3" f/6. Add to cart. Astro-Tech AT60ED 60mm f/6 FPL-53ED and Lanthanum Doublet.