Explore Scientific ED APO 102mm F7 FCD-1 Alu R-P Focuser
Explore Scientific ED Apochromatic 102mm F/7 FCD-1 Aluminium Refractor R&P Focuser
The three-lens design of the EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC ED-Apochromats provides everything an amateur astronomer desires - at a reasonable price. The construction with Hoya FCD001 ED glass has two air spaces and provides a level of correction so superior to the two-lens constructions, that are common in this price class, that you will see the difference immediately.
This excellent optical performance teams up with a high precision mechanics - the result is a telescope on a level that is setting a new standard in it´s price class. Astrophotographers will love this telescope - a optional field flattener is available and makes the telescope perfect even for cameras with a large chip format.
FEATURES
- three lens air-spaced ED-apochromat
- Hoya FCD01-ED glass
- polystrehl of above 0.9
- weight: 4,9kg
- backfocus: 165mm above 2" adaptor
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
- Optics with dovetail plate and finder slot
- 2" Star Diagonal 99% reflectivity
- Dust caps for front-lens and focuser
OPTICAL SPECIFICATIONS | |
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Optical design | Apochomatic Refractor |
Max recommended magnification | 200 |
ED glass | ✓ |
Objective diameter | 102 mm |
Focal length | 714 mm |
Angular resolution | 1.3 arc seconds |
Type of coating | Enhanced Multilayer Desposition (EMD) |
Mount Type | Optics without Mount |
Material OTA | Aluminium |
Focusing system | 2" Rack-and-Pinion Focuser with helical gearing and 10:1 reduction |
Colour | white |
Dust protection caps | Dust protection caps for front lens and eyepiece holder |
Ext. warranty after online registration | 10 Years |
Net weight OTA (incl. accessories) | 4.9 kg |
Eyepiece Barrel Diameter | 50.8 mm |