The perfect telescope for the small home observatory
The Airy Disk 140mm Apochromat represents a top-tier telescope designed to meet the needs of both astrophotographers and visual stargazers who demand superior image quality from a larger sized instrument. Its substantial optics excel at light collection, making it the perfect choice for small observatories or amateur astronomers who have a dedicated setup.
If you're open to embracing larger equipment, this telescope can deliver breathtaking astrophotography results in lower light-polluted environments and its exceptional resolution also positions it as an expert for close double stars. It’s high contrast deep-sky observations also work well with the 140 f/6.5.
Furthermore, the triplet lens stands out for its remarkable sharpness, utilizing Hoya's high-quality FCD100 ED glass from Japan, renowned for its minimal color distortion. This feature ensures crisp planetary observations and stunning astrophotography.
Optional 0.92x field flattener for imaging with full frame sensors.
Glass used: HOYA FCD100, CDGM
Color: White
Tube Material: Aluminum alloy
Aperture: 140mm
Focal ratio: f/6.5
Focal length: 910mm
Coating: Full surface wideband multilayer coating
Resolving Power: 0.83"
Limiting stellar magnitude: 12.5
Dovetail style: Losmandy
Focuser: 3.5" dual-speed 1:10 rack-and-pinion
Eyepiece Clamp: 2" with 1.25" Adapter
Length (hood extended): 1000mm
Length (hood in): 850mm
Weight: 10.8kg, Package included 21.7kg
Aluminum Case: Included
For all orders exceeding a value of 100USD shipping is offered for free.
Returns will be accepted for up to 10 days of Customer’s receipt or tracking number on unworn items. You, as a Customer, are obliged to inform us via email before you return the item.
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