Weight: 6 lbs 3. Astronomics is a family business and Thomas Back was a part of the Astronomics extended family. I was very excited - until I opened the box to inspect my new telescope. This is a brand new 2019 item which is now in stock at Rother Valley Optics. the flattener produces wonderful flat fields as well as a 41mm image circle. Nevertheless, at focus, at 90x, using a 4mm "planetary" EP from Agena, I was able to get clean splits of Porrima, Algieba, and Castor. 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. 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. 8mm so, if so, you are already too long before adding spacers. 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. Back to top #7 nicknacknock nicknacknock. The TV-60 is the ultimate travel scope and. Astro-Tech AT72EDII. SWAS70ED-VISKIT. Feel free to give us a call if you have a question about your scope if it isn’t an Astro-Tech product. • durable nylon soft carry case. Astro-Physics 155mm f/9 EDT refractor; 10" f/6 Starsplitter Compact Dobsonian with Nova optics; 3. The new Astro-Tech ATR8 2" 0. Astro Tech, Feather Touch, Please be aware that not all modules from the brands above are supported. Guidescope Suitability Calculator. VAT). Until then, I want to image and auto. It is not too heavy and gives you a focal length of 288mm. Star charts generated using Cartes du Ciel. Incorporates Ohara FPL-53 glass optics for enhanced contrast, color correction, and sharpness. This Astro-Tech AT60EDT ED triplet refractor has: • 60mm f/7 fully multicoated apochromatic ED triplet refractor optics. 8X Reducer for 60ED (ATRF60) Accessory: 18: 121: Astro-Tech . JPG . Formal-Garden-7412 •. Should be the same as the tsoptics 60ed and Apertura 60ed and Astro tech 60ed Reply Product code: XRING-60ED. 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;. I got this AT-60ED (FPL-53) a few weeks ago. Deep sky object photographic data courtesy: DSS/STScI. 5 (900mm). 8X Reducer for AT102EDL (AT102EDLRF)GetLeadsFast, LLC. You are better off with a short refractor like a Astro-Tech 60ED + 0. When I researched the reviews for the scope I couldn't find a bad word said about it and. Reviews. Sure there is another one also out there. 8x reducer/flattener, which are in stock now? I was dead set on the AT60ED for the incredible value but am getting antsy waiting. ExploreStars is really oriented for visual use - which it is good at - rather than astrophotography. 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. I am selling my Astro-Tech 60ed + . 2" aperture f/5 (530mm focal length) four-lens photo/visual system using two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements. -- 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. Chondrites (Carbonaceous) CI (Ivuna-like) CM (Mighei-like) CO (Ornans-like). One of those world class designers was Thomas Back. 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. Resolution Formula: ( Pixel Size / Telescope Focal Length ) X 206. 8, and after a lot of Googling, including a long look at Astro Bin, I went with the Sigma 180mm f2. 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. ) and is 125mm long. I want to invest in my first astrophotography telescope which would be used with my iOptron. 00 £806. But at this price range, it could not be better. 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. The objective has just a few specks of dust which can probably be removed with a simple air-bulb. I have for sale a near new, recent vintage Astro-Tech AT60ED. 1-800-422-7876 questions@astronomics. You get a 2" Rack and Pinion focuser with a microfine 11:1 fine-focusing ratio finished in our Aston Martin Grey trim. The ZWO EAF is a couple hundred dollars either way you go. It can't be used visually. 8x reducer/field flattener for f/6 refractors is now available from stock. The EDT triplet is surprisingly 2 lbs lighter and comes with a case. Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. → Refractors. 0mm) > Camera (17. 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. 1-800-422-7876 questions@astronomics. This scope is for the person wanting a little more than what the 60ED and 72EDII can bring to the table. Examtopics covers just the 6th. 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. . View. The Astro-Tech AT125EDL is an extension of the beloved 60ED and 72EDII. VAT) Altair 2" DualBand 6nm Sii Oiii CERTIFIED CMOS Filter & test report £199. It uses two ED elements in its configuration and offers the unique flat field ability inherent with the Petzval design. I am using a simple Alt Az tripod, and can have this set up ready in two minutes. SKU: N/A Category: Discontinued Product. 5mm – 17. 5mm) > Filter Holder (17. Finally, I have beautiful Rick. Do not use the screws provided with the shoe. Page 2 of 3 - Star Tests: 60mm Sears vs. The Astro-Tech handle is not only nice to look at, it is extremely useful as it performs double duty. I've had a number of medium-capacity manual Alt-Az mounts that would certainly handle an AT80ED. This Astrozap focusing cap with built-in Bahtinov focusing mask will fit most 80mm aperture fast focal ratio ED refractors, such as the Astro-Tech AT80EDT ED triplet apo, or any scope with an optical tube or lens shade measuring between approximately 101mm (4") and 110mm (4. Borg 60mm ED. 67” and 2”. Mount Type: Two 1/4-20 threaded holes on foot with spacing between holes: 30mm. 4KidsOneCamera • 3 yr. $139. Cheers! Bob F. 00. Ender 3 Pro V2 Direct Drive Speedy Spider Hot End 3DQF PLA. Page 1 of 3 - Orion 80mm ED APO Refractor v. 5mm or 7mm DeLite for Astro-Tech AT60ED? - posted in Eyepieces: Im primarily a binocular observer (Canon IS 10x42 and 15x50). I've been very pleased with my 28mm Astro-Tech UWA. I've been eyeing a longer focal length refractor with a bit more aperture than my AT72ED for awhile. The telescope-side barrel is threaded for standard 2″ filters so you can attach a light pollution filter. Astro-Tech AT60ED Field Flattner - posted in Equipment (No astrophotography): Hello, 5 months ago I purchased an Astro-Tech AT60ED telescope. My other two refractors are APOs (a TV-101 and the Mini Borg 60ED). Joined: 06 Jan 2005. 95. Shipping and handling. → Refractors. Comes with the Astro-tech Camera Angle adjuster. 8X reducer/field flattener is designed for prime focus astrophotography with the Astro-Tech AT72EDII, it will work with other variants of the same optical tube. The new Astro-Tech AT102EDL is an extension of the beloved 60ED and 72EDII. Dual ED - posted in Eyepieces: Any opinions on the Astro-Tech Premium Flatfield (PF) eyepieces versus the Dual ED eyepieces available from Astronomics and Agena? It seems like one is better-corrected for field curvature but the other is better-corrected for chromatic aberration. 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. Our calculator, at typical seeing of 2-4”, uses the Nyquist formula of 1/2 and the 1/3 to stop stars becoming square so the optimal range is between 0. With its retractable dew cap pulled in, its overall length is just 34 inches, but extending the cap fully makes it a bit longer than the Orion scope. Wanted. 4KidsOneCamera • 3 yr. As you add equipment to the view, the details will appear below. 5 and F6 versions. 8x Reducer. Conveniently lightweight and compact, this Apertura 60 mm f/6 Doublet APO Refractor Telescope is a highly versatile instrument that works as a travel scope, guide scope, spotting scope, or even as a super finder. The camera side of the reducer has 48mm T-threads to connect to a T-ring and camera body. The telescope-side barrel is threaded for standard 2″ filters so you can attach a light pollution filter. A UV/Ir filter should probably be used with all CMOS cameras and refractors, independent of their correction or quality. arXiv:1810. Astrotech 102mm f/7 doublet. Add New Equipment To Database. 25" diagonal has state-of-the-art 46-layer dielectric mirror coatings for a full 99% reflectivity. 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. Altair Starwave 60ED AstroBin's equipment database is entirely maintained by the community. 800-422-7876. I thought most t-rings were at 9. 7X - even at $400 - makes a 294- or 533-size camera an affordable, awesome screaming-fast system when coupled with an Astro-Tech EDL or EDT. ZWO EAF. 00. While this Astro-Tech ATRF72 0. 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. 95. William Optics Adjustable Field Flattener For Zenithstar 61 £209. Astro-Tech 60ED Unboxed Equipment Discussions. Cloudy Nights. 8x Reducer Field Flattener For the 72EDII Optical Tubes. The focuser can rotate as well to help you get the perfect framing. Beautiful TAKAHASHI FC-76 MC APO OTA (76/600mm) w/6x30 finder & clamshell. 7. In. 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. We've helped hundreds of thousands of people pick the right telescopes or accessories since 1979. 130 mm. 90. I would expect the 70ED to be very similar in performance to the 80ED, in. A super compact ED refractor with dual speed rack and pinion focuser, proper tube. For Sale. Aperture-wise is there huge difference in the amount of light that they are capturing? Is the price increase due to lens quality and construction quality? I would want to use the scope for a. This uses the FB shoe and has a machined adapter that attaches it to the top of a 1" wide telescope mounting ring. 98 (well, 0. It takes a telescope dealer with practical hands-on telescope experience. This is cocooned by an impressively long retractable dew tube that moves with silky smoothness. 67 (ex. 95. com is the leading portal for astronomy news, classified ads and telescope reviews. $419. The Starwave 60ED becomes a fast astrograph at F4. 5" rack-and-pinion focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing. ready for shipping in 24 h. Feel free to make a contribution! Learn more. 8x field flattener (no stock currently) + William Optics 48mm T-mount for Sony E-mount OR 2. It goes through numerous inspections, at the factory, at Tecnosky and Rupert at Astrograph also checks it out before dispatch. Don't have an Astromart account? Click here to create one. I purchased one, but it is back ordered till February. 9. 8X, focal length drops to 320mm @ f4. NET assembly calls. All the best!Looks like a rebrand of the WO ZS 61, also the Astro Tech 60ED, I think Altair have one also. The new Astro-Tech AT102EDL is an extension of the beloved 60ED and 72EDII. Page 1 of 2 - AstroTech ED80 vs Orion ED 80 for AP - posted in Refractors : Ok these are the scopes in my price range. • dual-speed rotating 2" rack-and-pinion focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing. Manufacturer. If want a proper mount, I suggest to purchase a fully manual altazimuthal one (good choices for a 60-80mm APO could be Vixen Porta, Skywatcher AZ4, Explore Scientific Twilight I, Astro-Tech Voyager). Canon 100-400 IS I vs. Astro-Tech AT102ED 4" f/7 ED Refractor OTA. Astro-Tech AT102ED Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI294MM Pro Mounts Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Filters Optolong Blue 1. 50 £82. The Ultimate Kit for the Apertura 60 mm Doublet RefractorIncludes a Full-Frame Field Flattener and 32 mm Guidescope. Looks like it could be quite interesting, and at a very reasonable price: Wow. 25" with it fully extended. ASTRO-TECH AT72ED 72MM F/6 ED $379. → Astrophotography and Sketching. The MONARCH Fieldscope offers first-class optics and high contrast. 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. The SW 120 is slightly bigger. Page 1 of 2 - Orion 80ED vs Astro-Tech 80ED for second scope - posted in Refractors : Ive been seriously considering the Orion 80ED as a second scope, (currently I have an Orion 8 Newt), and am wondering if there are any better options in that price range. F/5, 300mm. A super portable refractor telescope with FCD100 ED glass, suitable for astrophotography or visual use, day or night-time. I fashioned a solar finder from an old white plastic aspirin bottle, which works perfectly. The optical tube measures 9. This scope is the ultimate doublet refractor for those not wanting the weight and cool down of a triplet optical set. 8x Reducer Flattener for Astrophotography. Equipment Key. The TV-85 is a great scope for astronomy with it's increased light gathering but too big and heavy to carry. 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. Is there an Astro Tech dealer in Australia or do you purchase direct from the USA? I would like a AT65EQD. The AT 115 is an f/7 (804mm), the SW 120 is an f/7. View profile Send private message Share; Navigation contextPage 1 of 2 - At102edl mini review - posted in Refractors : It’s mini because my experience with refractors is mini ,however with all the speculation of how good the edl 80,102 and 125 would be , I can say I am very pleased with the 102. Length: 18" dewshield retracted, 21. The Astro-Tech 60ED 1x flattener easily threads on to the focuser of your AT60ED after your remove the standard compression ring eyepiece holder. 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. Hi. Borg 60ED astrograph question. Astro-Tech . Stellarvue 80mm f/7 access. A super portable refractor telescope with FCD100 ED glass, suitable for astrophotography or visual use, day or night-time. The F-5 will have a lot of spurious color - CA. Astro-tech AT60ED + Astro-tech 0. 0mm) = 20. CNers have asked about a donation box for Cloudy Nights over the years, so here you go. Resolution Formula: ( Pixel Size / Telescope Focal Length ) X 206. #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. 25 diagonal, and a Manfroto camera tripod with pistol grip for easy aiming. William Optics sold a fair number of them as well as a fair number of FPL-51 doublets. The scope is a f/5. 80mm. Here are some additional photos captured during yesterday's annular eclipse from Roswell, NM using an Astro Tech 60ED f6 refractor, 1. William Optics z61 with field flattener. 5 compared to the usual F6 (TS sold the F5. When Thomas passed away, Astronomics, continued in their support of his family. Theres two mounting screws on each side of the scope. 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. It adopts a double air-space achromatic design, which is carefully machined and adju. Length: 18" dewshield retracted, 21. Whether you are bird-watching or simply enjoying nature's beauty, the advanced apochromatic system with ED (extra-low dispersion) glass minimises colour fringing. ago. I've never used it, but it looks like you need to use the Ocean OmniDriver to access the QEPro from LabVIEW. Astro-Tech 70ED - posted in Refractors : Im thinking of getting the $299 AT70ED as my first foray into astrophotography. Share FOV. 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. . Guidescope Suitability Calculator. The SharpStar 60ED is a Doublet O'Hara ED FPL53 unit. For the Astro-Tech Reducer/Flattener the spacing is 55mm with image circle of 42mm. 25lb. The AT60ED is the perfect size scope for traveling. Match them up at the hardware store and buy a handful of extra washers while you are there. Yeah, that's cutting the illumination circle a bit, but so what. . This l. This is a great little portable package. 8X Reducer for 60ED (ATRF60) is an equipment item of class Accessory on AstroBin equipment database. SV102ED, 102mm objective, f/6. Page 1 of 4 - ASTRO-TECH AT80ED 3. Switched from a SvBony 80ED to a new Astro-Tech 80EDT, apochromatic triplet telescope. I hope you guys will like it. We have had various world class, in my opinion, opticians working for us over the years. I've calibrated the E steps. buy. The opening of the shoe will accept generic Vixen style finder brackets. Posts: 3,915; Joined: 08 Jul 2014; Posted 14 August 2019 - 08:09 AM. 975, but. Overall the AT80ED will be a great bargain even with KF61 ED glass. Sharpstar 60ED Astronomical Telescope $366 / $436 with Flattener. Focusing Masks For Telescopes. Optically it is quite good, pushed hard on difficult targets like Venus, a faint purple fringe is visible. 00 Not FPL-53. Donation is not required by any means, so please enjoy your stay. 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, . I believe many of the StellarVue 80 mm F/7 Eds used the same FK-61/FP-51 class glass as the Astro-tech 80 ED. Soyuz. Artificial stars at a distance of about 60 feet. I’ve owned both the ZS61 and AT-60ED. 50 (ex. The Astro-Tech ATRF60 reducer/flattener threads on the 60ED focusers. 5 Jaegers refractor. I own a TV-60 and AT-60ED and they are great scopes. Theres a couple of dust spots in the lens but doesn't affect imaging and some marks on the dovetail. Astromart. 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. Cloudy Nights. 8 (Mini Borg) astrograph with 0. While this Astro-Tech ATRF72 0. • 2" and 1. 8x Reducer Field Flattener For the 60ED ? Clear Skies !! Back to top #6 Jaimo! Jaimo! I'm just stunned!. Posted 23 May 2019 - 11:05 AM. 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. 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. To fit optical tube diameter of 76mm; Compatible with Altair 60EDF F6 Doublet, and Starwave ASCENT 70ED DoubletI have been doing some research on small refractors and have come down to these 2 options: 1. It combines solid build quality, good looks, and high-quality optics in one relatively inexpensive package. Hopefully someone here has. Precision Locking Focuser for Auto Guiding with Starwave 60ED Refractor £99. Camera lenses are not really suited for deep sky photography. Resolution Formula: ( Pixel Size / Telescope Focal Length ) X 206. At the business end, the two-inch optical back consists of a millimetre-graduated lockable two-speed focuser and a 1. 6- Altair Starwave Ascent 102ED F/1122 - The planet killer outstanding high magnification performance. The Astro Fi offers dazzling views of craters on the Moon, the rings of Saturn, the Great Red Spot on. You get a 2" Rack and Pinion focuser with a microfine 11:1 fine-focusing ratio finished in our Aston Martin Grey trim. 11/11/2023 05:45PM. You get a single ring with a. ") at 15mm. For the Astro-Tech Field Flattener the optimal spacing from field flattener to film plane: 57mm +/- 4mm and Canon is supposed to be 55. Artificial stars at a. Mounting to a Refractor Mounting Ring: Select the F002 E above. Should I wait for the Astro-Tech AT60ED plus the 0. Sky and Telescope reviewed this scope back in 2009, saying: “the Astro-Tech AT106 provides all the benefits of a first-class 4-inch apo but without the premium price. The Hotech SCA flattener I have. 60ED APO F/6 The new 60ED APO telescope from Sky Rover has excellent optics, a small and portable body, weighing less than two kilograms, so that you can travel to observe and photograph, no longer physical work, better enjoy the stars. Deep sky object photographic data courtesy: DSS/STScI. It can be ordered with various accessories. Attached Thumbnails. Due to a stock re-organisation, Altair is closed to visitors and we cannot take phone calls between Mon 25th and Fri 29th - we are still shipping goods but there will be a 1-2 day delay in shipping. 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. Seeing, focus and the mount will do more for better image quality than splitting hairs to justify spending double. These include the Explore Scientific Twilight I, the Vixen Porta II, and the Sky-Watcher AZ5. Add New Equipment To Database. com and they have no idea when they will be. UPC. AstroBin is an image hosting platform and social network for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers. (I assume that the mechanics of the tube/focuser are the same on all Astro Techs, especially the 80mm scopes. 5 to f/7 range that use a 2" focuser. Includes the following; 6260 mini 60Ed, 7060 tube rings, 7857 helical focuser, 7604 extention tube, 7364 adapter,7920 adapter, 7317 eyepiece holder and 7885 . Askar FRA300 f/5 Quintuplet. All of the telescopes in the chart above fall under the listed payload capacity of the mount. The flattener is threaded for attachment to the telescope via a 54mm metric thread. 8 Macro, It didn't seem to lose anything to the two scopes as far as image quality was concerned and the clincher was that it married up to all my existing camera equipment. 2. 265. Astro Tech 60ED Telescope Review A miniature telescope with a specific task in its future, if I'm. I have been considering the Astro-Tech AT60ED 60mm and the Apertura 60mm FPL-53 Doublet APO Refractor, I like the weight and the size of both for my. For Sale. SWSA is very good at focal lengths below 200, for above, you need guiding to improve results. Backfocus Confusion - AT60ED w/ field flattener - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: In the brief time ive been into imaging, my imaging train has been AT60ED > Apertura Adjustable Field Flattener @ 3mm > 16. California nebula Astro-Tech 60ED test Equipment Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses Astro-Tech astrotech 60mm Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI1600MM COOL Mounts iOptron iEQ45 Pro Filters Astronomik Blue 31mm · Astronomik Green 31mm · Astronomik Red 31mm · Astronomik Lum 31mm · Astronomik H-Alpha 6nmAstro-tech 60ED FPL53 glass wide FOV imaging setup. Typical of Astronomics it's priced $200 less than the StarField. And since we're a family business, we plan on being. Add to Cart. This will be my step toward eventually purchasing an EQ6 R Pro later this year. It not only has great reviews, has FPL-53ED glass, and a clear price advantage. 8X Reducer for 60ED (ATRF60) · Raspberry Pi Raspberry Pi 4 Software Adobe Photoshop · Aries Productions Astro Pixel Processor (APP) · Astroberry Project Astroberry Server ·. Posted 27 August 2019 - 01:58 PM. . Astromart Customer Service. ago. . 00. $699 A little longer FL than the Astrotech and one less element of glass to offset the weight of a 2" diagonal. 00 £958. 83 (ex. 6M subscribers in the astrophotography community. Both are very nice. 8x Reducer/Field Flattener for ED60 The AT70ED is a brand new addition to the Astro-Tech line up, whereas the 60ED and 72EDII have been out for a few years, so it may be a while until you see a review of the 70ED. I always converted my raw files to dng with the adobe dng converter, worked every time. Thats why I was comparing the Astro-tech with it. 11/10/2023 06:06PM. 25" non-marring compression ring accessory holders. 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. 5 to f/7 range that use a 2" focuser. I have talked to the people at astronmics. FPL-51 or equivalent in the triplet. $75. The AT 60EDs are back in stock!Cloudy Nights. The difference in price is $399 for the Astro-Tech and $450 for the Orion. The Astro-Tech AT80ED has a retractable lens shade and comes in a locking aluminum-frame carrying case with room for accessories. This is strictly for visual and Im trying to decide between the 2 of them. Page 1 of 2 - Astro-Tech AT60ED - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hi folks, curious on peoples take on this scope. AstroDMx Capture with an SV605CC and an Altair Starwave 60ED doublet refractor with field-flattener and dew heater strip. 5 set up with an efl of 950mm. The distance needed is 54. William Optics z61 with field flattener. We've helped hundreds of thousands of people pick the right telescopes or accessories since 1979. Sky Rover 60 ED APO with field flattener. So we have the following in the “optical train”: Telescope > Reducer/Flattener (55mm spacing) > Stacked extension rings (total 20. Joined: 06 Jan 2005. Really nice and bright, especially (“esp. And since we're a family business, we plan on being. Is there an Astro Tech dealer in Australia or do you purchase direct from the USA? I would like a AT65EQD. Focusing Masks For Telescopes. The sleeve between the flanges is what affords the full 360˚ rotation of the focuser. It is measurably the best no-compromise portable photo-visual refractor Takahashi has ever built, and they've built a lot of very good scopes over the years. Ended up just ordering the 7” Astro-Tech dovetail which hopefully will arrive tomorrow. Buy telescopes and telescope accessories at Astronomics. And comes with a test report. Astro-Tech uses two ED (Extra-low Dispersion glass) elements in the optical design of the AT60EDP. Focal lengths are 560 for EDL 480 for the EDT. Telescope Express TS Photoline 60mm f/6 is the same scope as the AT60ED, but a different color. The EDT triplet is surprisingly 2 lbs lighter and comes with a case. Astro-Tech has a reducer/field flattener for the 130EDT available for $199. Please tune in for my 1st impressions of it. price is 300 dollars shipped in CONTUS. )The optics. We've picked some of the best budget and high-end travel telescopes. VAT) Altair 70 EDQ-R F5 Quad APO Astrograph £1,150. Based on the classic two-doublet Petzval. We carry all brands and products, like Meade telescopes, Celestron telescopes, and more.