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. I am selling my Astro-Tech 60ed + . You can read more about the continuing fallout between Steve Curry and Blaine Reed in his article in The Verge. 8, 288mm as well as a Samyang 135mm EF lens with ASI2600MC. Sky plot. The EDT triplet is surprisingly 2 lbs lighter and comes with a case. Leo Triplet NGC 3628, M66, M65. 5″ long with the dewshield retracted and 12. 8 reducer. Brand. Save $70. 5- Astrotech AT 60ED - surprisingly powerful little scope. 5kg (including ring and rear camera-rotator). The Starwave 60ED becomes a fast astrograph at F4. For Sale. 25 pounds, this super compact telescope is a great tool to have whether it is your main. Simply choose the smallest possible star that still provides a clear and defocused image. AstroTech 60ED: Focal Reducer / Flattner: Williams Optics Flat61a: Apertura 2" Field Flattener: Williams Optics Flat66. 00. I’ve looked at several and reviewed images taken by them and at least to my eye it’s hard to discern significant difference…Your Price: $419. #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. Astromart Customer Service. 8 vs. I have a explore scientific exos nano mount , a raspberry pi 4, and some motors. Guided with the AT60 & ASI224 which looked good graphically but v…My setup us an astrotech 60ED with 2x Barlow to a T ring then a canon rebel t6i DSLR at 1/250. Astronomics ASTRO-TECH AT60ED 60MM F/6 FPL-53 ED DOUBLET Mounts iOptron. Now on astronomics it say for the availability More on the way. Its tube is 76mm, so a quick run to the hobby store and you should be good to go with a nice set of rings. Then I noticed in another thread about that telescope the Astro-Tech 80ED being mentioned as something one of the respondents would buy instead. Greetings to all! I have for sale a near new, recent vintage Astro-Tech AT60ED. An astrophotograph by Gideon Golan on AstroBin2 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. 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. All 4 scopes mentioned are the same. 59. An astrophotograph by Gideon Golan on AstroBin18 Nov 2023. Budget was a key factor for me so getting one of those new goto mounts is out of the question for the time being. This Astro-Tech AT60EDT ED triplet refractor has: • 60mm f/7 fully multicoated apochromatic ED triplet refractor optics. (TS Photoline 60mm/60ED) which would produce a short and fast 260mm f/4. Optics Type: ED FPL-53 Refractor. Backfocus adjustment on the ATR8 focal reducer - posted in Refractors : Hi there I have an Astro tech 60ED scope and recently purchased an ATR8 0. Looks like. The 72 is half the price for only 10% less aperture. 5mm and extension tubes will not be required. Ive been in this hobby for 2 years. 8x reducer / flattener for the 60ED. Theres a couple of dust spots in the lens but doesn't affect imaging and some marks on the dovetail. Decent 2" rack and pinion focuser with sufficient focus travel. Astro tech 66ed refractor mounting advice needed - posted in Refractors : HI All: After a long hiatus I am back into astronomy. 5″ long with the dewshield retracted and 12. The objective has just a few specks of dust which can probably be removed with a simple air-bulb. But little known secret is the Pentax ED spotting scopes, checkout the 65ED III its a very good scope for the money. in tandem with the MiniBorg 60ED for convenient RACI star hopping. I am selling my Astro-Tech 60ed + . Home /; Image / North America Nebula Celestial hemisphere: Northern · Constellation: Cygnus (Cyg) · Contains: 56 Cyg · 57 Cyg · B355 · IC 5070 · LBN 334 · LBN 338 · LBN 343 · LBN 348 · LBN 349 · LBN 350 · LBN 353 · LBN 354 · LBN 356 · LBN 359 · LBN 373 · LDN 933 · LDN 935 · NGC 6997 · NGC 7000 · North America Nebula ·. Theres two mounting screws on each side of the scope. With the ST80 I was always afraid of breaking or misaligning it somehow. The AT80ED is bringing ED optics to you at a fantastic price. We carry all brands and products, like Meade telescopes, Celestron telescopes, and more. The Astrotech using FK-61 and the ascent using FPL-51 both very fine scopes. Love the set and the turret is easy to use. The AT60ED shown with a TeleVue Panoptic 24mm eye piece, a TeleVue Everbright 1. 25” non-marring compression ring accessory holders• Vixen dovetail plate. The telescope-side barrel is threaded for standard 2″ filters so you can attach a light pollution filter. Most Read Articles • Contact UsContact Us • Moon PhaseAstro-Tech 60ED Unboxed Equipment Discussions. The Astro-Tech AT60ED might be just the compact high-quality grab-and-go or travel scope you have been searching for. Add to list. The TV-85 is a great scope for astronomy with it's increased light gathering but too big and heavy to carry. You can still get good images, but you would need to. 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 6nmZWO ASI2600MC Pro / AstroTech 60ED Optolong L-eXtreme 2" iOptron GEM45 ZWO ASIAIR PRO Stack/Edit AstroPixelProcessor / Pixinsight / Photoshop Bortle 2-3 Location Har Ha'Negev, Israel Timelapse from that night: 6 Hours MilkyWay TImelapse. Buy telescopes and telescope accessories at Astronomics. 25 pounds all together. Ryzen 5 systems (would get at least the 5500U) starting around $275. Histogram. Astro-Tech uses two ED (Extra-low Dispersion glass) elements in the optical design of the AT60EDP. 61EDPH is douplet without FPL-53 glass, don't have time to look into details yet but expecting some blue halo in focus under high magnification compare to triplet with FPL-53 glass. Focusing Masks For Telescopes. Looks like a sky rover 60ed rebranded, make sure it uses fpl53 glass and you should be good. Most Read Articles • Contact UsContact Us • Moon PhaseThoughts 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). Plus I’m trying to save up for a HEQ-5 Pro. Page 2 of 3 - Star Tests: 60mm Sears vs. 25" dewshield extended. The Astro-Tech 102ED is a handsome 102mm F/7 refractor. 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. Wanted. The Evoguide 50ED is a guiding scope that effectively is an apochromatic doublet refractor, featuring a precise helical focuser. 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. 001at60ed. At 288mm focal length with the reducer/corrector. Despite a small number of subs, I was able to produce a respectable image of M63, the Sunflower Galaxy, helped in large part by a surprisingly clear nite (Bortle 6). 25" diagonal has state-of-the-art 46-layer dielectric mirror coatings for a full 99% reflectivity. I’ve looked at several and reviewed images taken by them and at least to my eye it’s hard to discern significant difference…CNers have asked about a donation box for Cloudy Nights over the years, so here you go. It won’t come to focus with a 2" diagonal but will with a 1. 00. 73x human eye. AT60EDP Then I googled for it to try to get more information and couldn’t find anything. The TV-60 is the ultimate travel scope and backpack scope with its compact lightweight design, helical focuser, and simple mounting requirements. Use it exclusively with an Astrotech 60ED. Just for fun I set up my ASI224 with the fish eye lens and tried out HandyAVI to see what I could catch on the 14th which was to be the peak nite. 1-800-422-7876 [email protected]" long with the dewshield retracted and 12. Add to registry. Product Description. More Coming. 3. Page 2 of 2 - Has anyone tried the Sky Rover 60mm f6 ED? - posted in Refractors : Just in case others may come across this thread, kunming United optics are the manufacturer. It is compact, well made with a rotating two speed Crayford focuser, a sliding dewshield and nice overall finish. 25″ with it fully extended. 2 Barlow that is built into it. The flattener is threaded for attachment to the telescope via a 54mm metric thread. Possible a bit over emphasized. Astro-Tech . But at this price range, it could not be better. 8X, focal length drops to 320mm @ f4. 00 €. Aperture: 60mm. 8, 288mm as well as a Samyang 135mm EF lens with ASI2600MC. I would expect the 70ED to be very similar in performance to the 80ED, in. Feel free to give us a call if you have a question about your scope if it isn’t an Astro-Tech product. Posts: 4,695; Joined: 19 Aug 2007; Loc: The Netherlands; Posted 19 August 2022 - 11:16 AM. AG Optical Systems. With regards to filter choices, lots of great advice here. In particular, the 7mm model is actually an 8mm as has been reported on CN for the 7mm astrotech model. 25-inch adaptor. Astro-tech AT60ED + Astro-tech 0. 8 lens for faster and wider field astronomical and terrestrial photography. 15 dark/flat/bias. It is usable with refractors and imaging Newtonians up to 1500mm in focal length, as well. Does Not Apply. + FREE Shipping. 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. 8x reducer/field flattener for f/6 refractors is now available from stock. AT60EDP Then I googled for it to try to get more information and couldn’t find anything. Page 1 of 5 - Astro Tech 80EDL or 80EDT? - posted in Refractors : Was wondering if anyone has experience between these two scopes. I was very excited - until I opened the box to inspect my new telescope. . Looking to upgrade to a 4” refractor for imaging but trying to keep the price point in the 2-3k range, native speed f/6 or less. Now some tubes will need a little extra felt, like the Astro-Tech 60ED. The set up new is over $1,150 plus shipping. (I will be mounting the scope on a SLIK tripod and using either the Omegon Baby or DSV-M mount). In these public groups Astro-nerds (Israel) About. Buying a widefield refractor - posted in Refractors : Hi everyone, I am looking for a new smaller widefield refractor for astrophotography. So don't be a stranger. It's better for astro than most camera lenses are without being stupid expensive. Astro-Tech AT80 - posted in Refractors : My Astro-Tech AT80 arrived on Wednesday, along with the Astro-Tech 2-inch Dielectric diagonal. A self-storing retractable dew shield slows the. 25" one with that scope. 8 with the optional 0. AT60ED AT72ED II AT92EDT AT102ED Thank you very muchLooking to upgrade to a 4” refractor for imaging but trying to keep the price point in the 2-3k range, native speed f/6 or less. Lights 10 Dark 30 Bias Comments. The Long Story: I like refractors. Length: 18" dewshield retracted, 21. The new Astro-Tech AT102EDL is an extension of the beloved 60ED and 72EDII. Do I have to have the flattener or will it perform decently without?California nebula Astro-Tech 60ED test Equipment Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses Astro-Tech astrotech 60mm Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI1600MM COOL Mounts iOptron. 00. 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. Looking to upgrade to a 4” refractor for imaging but trying to keep the price point in the 2-3k range, native speed f/6 or less. You get a 2" Rack and Pinion focuser with a microfine 11:1 fine-focusing ratio finished in our Aston Martin Grey trim. An astrophotograph by Gideon Golan on AstroBinMy first refractor. 00. So, subtract the thickness of the t-ring from 9. According to Aperturas website, the flattener should be set to 3mm for the Apertura 60ED, so Ive always assumed the same setting for my AT60ED. Mount Type: Two 1/4-20 threaded holes on foot with spacing between holes: 30mm. It was a cold one and a bit hazy along with some high clouds at times but still managed to catch 3 “strea… Scopes: Celestron 11 XLT, Stellarvue SVQ100 Quad astrograph, Astrotech 60ED doublet, Explore Scientific Newtonian 208/812 mm, ZWO 30mm mini guidescope, Svbony SV106 50 mm guidescope Mount/accessories: Pegasus Nyx101 harmonic drive, Celestron CGEMII, Celestron CGX Cameras: ZWO ASI 224MC, ZWO ASI 385MC uncooled, ZWO 533MC, QHY268c Redcat 51 vs Astro-tech AT60ED - posted in Refractors : Hi, Im new here and to this hobby. Clear nite last evening so I. VAT) Out of stock Altair 72 EDF Refractor Dual Speed R&P Focuser Optical Test ReportTo piggie back off of this, I've found that it's best to start with like a wider field refractor like 60mm because it's easier to handle and there are still lots of targets out there that this is plenty for. Like I have an astrotech 60ed which has a focal length of 360mm at f/6 and it works really really well. The Astro-Tech reducer/flatteners thread into the focuser for a solid connection. 3D Printed. Still trying to scale the learning curve of light polluted sky (Bortle8) imaging but here is my attempt at capturing the M106 galaxy group with a newly acquired Stellarvue SVQ100 & ASI533MC with Baader UV/IR cut filter for a total integration time…Still trying to scale the learning curve of light polluted sky (Bortle8) imaging but here is my attempt at capturing the M106 galaxy group with a newly acquired Stellarvue SVQ100 & ASI533MC with Baader UV/IR cut filter for a total integration time…Astrotech 60ed Astrotech . Looking for a small refractor to take on vacations, and I have been considering these scopes, for easy one hour sessions during the week, etc. Astro Tech 60ED is for wide field EAA using my Lodestar X2 mono camera. FocusKnobs. An astrophotograph by Gideon Golan on AstroBinAstro-Tech 60ED Unboxed Equipment Discussions. It’s worth noting that the. The Altair ascent 102ED F/7 doublet is the same scope as the Astrotech 102ED. 00 £603. The scope weighs in at a light 3. Redcat 51 vs Astro-tech AT60ED - posted in Refractors : Hi, Im new here and to this hobby. 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. M106 Galaxy Group. For example, the fully-multicoated. Add to cart. It comprises 78x180 taken with a ZWO ASI2600MC Pro camera through a Vixen SD81S II refractor. 25" dewshield extended. Possible a bit over emphasized. thank you in advance and sorry for any run-on sentences ! While this Astro-Tech ATRF72 0. 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. . It's a 3/2 aspect ratio which is not quite as tall and slightly wider than the square 533 but essentially the same fov. Add To Cart. 英田60ed. Anyway, I couldn't source a flattener for it but TS offer the Flat60 which is designed for their F5. 95, the ATR8 will work well with any brand of apo or achromatic refractor with a 2" focuser and operating at a focal ratio of. I’ve looked at several and reviewed images taken by them and at least to my eye it’s hard to discern significant difference…Refractors. Hello guys. It not only has great reviews, has FPL-53ED glass, and a clear price advantage. Dedicated 0. This l. This new Astro-Tech AT80EDT refractor has: • 80mm f/6 fully multicoated triplet apochromatic optics using an ED center element. This was with an Astrotech 60ED in white light with a 7mm Nagler type 1. You can get complete N5100 or N100 systems in the $200 to $230 range. I will be traveling out to Arizona. Histogram. 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. 8x field. While this Astro-Tech ATRF72 0. Had clear skies after some T-storms rolled thru earlier so was able to capture 53 60s lights using ASI 533 MC with the C8. - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: I have been a visual observer for years and am finally ready to purchase some gear to begin imaging. This instrument is designed as an astrograph. 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. com and they have no idea when they will be. ZWO EAF. A compact guide scope with good quality optics to fit atop the 60ED with "set and forget" focuser. Looking for better quality eyepieces - posted in Eyepieces: Hi everyone, I own a SCT Meade 10 LX200 f/10 2500mm focal length. While this Astro-Tech #ATR8 0. – Highest practical magnification 95x, Limiting magnitude 11. Theres a couple of dust spots in the lens but doesn't affect imaging and some marks on the dovetail. This. Add To Cart. Astro Tech AT60ED Bahtinov Focus Mask -RED-AT60ED. Any here have/used this scope ? wanna get some opionions on it before securing it Related Topics Astrophotography Photography Art Hobbies comments sorted by Best Top New Controversial Q&A Add a Comment birdfinder_net •. Some of the youtube videos talk about a backfocus adjustment of 3mm, but this particular focal reducer doesnt seem to have the. Get answers to your questions in our photography forums. The evening before I received it, I got an email from a CloudyNights member saying he was thinking about buying one and asking how soon I planned to post a review! I responded that it would. A self-storing retractable dew shield slows the. each. 11/10/2023 04:51AM. Wanted- Tele Vue NP101 or NP101is. Id like to upgrade to higher quality eyepieces. i dont plan on using super heavy telescopes with it, just my astrotech-60ED, and possibly an. Based in the UK, available worldwide. The TS PhotoLine 60mm, f/6 FPL-53 apo arrives on the market amid some stiff competition from the suspiciously similar Astro-Tech AT60ED, the Altair 60EDF and the William Optics Zenithstar 61 apo (the Zenithstar’s 61mm, f/5. The Astro-Tech AT60EDP astrograph provides an exceptionally flat field for very wide images that are sharp edge-to-edge, with no need for a separate field flattener. This finder shoe is designed to work on a variety of Astro-Tech telescopes. 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. Or the i5 1235U (i5 1240 is similar but with two more cores) systems which start around $350. The Astro-Tech AT60GS guidescope refractor is superb for guiding long-exposure DSLR and CCD astrophotos. (Astrotech), the controversial William Optics (though only as a last resort due to their high prices), or even directly from the manufacturer if you can speak Chinese (on TaoBao. Astro-tech 60ED wide FOV imaging setup. Astro-Tech AT80EDT f/6 triplet. ASTRO-TECH AT60ED 60MM F/6 FPL-53ED AND LANTHANUM DOUBLET Astro-Tech AT60ED Field Flattner - posted in Equipment (No astrophotography): Hello, 5 months ago I purchased an Astro-Tech AT60ED telescope. Its 420mm f/7 ED air-spaced apochromatic. Still trying to scale the learning curve of light polluted sky (Bortle8) imaging but here is my attempt at capturing the M106 galaxy group with a newly acquired Stellarvue SVQ100 & ASI533MC with Baader UV/IR cut filter for a total integration time of slightly over 2 hrs. We all have questions from time to time. I do already have an Astrotech 60ED F6 that with the Vixen SLV 6mm would give me close to the same FOV according to Astronomy Tools FOV calculator the same as the Celestron 102 XLT with Vixen SLV 15mm. Aurora. 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 before with any finderscope or guidescope, namely, reaching focus. 8X Reducer/Flattener + Williams Optics Guidescope package. Mpaige10 likes this Back to top #36 Mpaige10 Mpaige10. Scopes: Celestron 11 XLT, Stellarvue SVQ100 Quad astrograph, Astrotech 60ED doublet, Explore Scientific Newtonian 208/812 mm, ZWO 30mm mini guidescope, Svbony SV106 50 mm guidescope Mount/accessories: Pegasus Nyx101 harmonic drive, Celestron CGEMII, Celestron CGX Cameras: ZWO ASI 224MC, ZWO ASI 385MC uncooled, ZWO 533MC, QHY268c I own a TV-60 and AT-60ED and they are great scopes. 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. Kind of a MkII. 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. 8X REDUCER FIELD FLATTENER FOR THE 60ED OPTICAL TUBES. Astro-Tech 60ED Unboxed Equipment Discussions. Although its been listed out of stock for a. Posts: 137; Joined: 04 Aug 2020; Loc: New Hampshire, NH; Posted 18 April 2021 - 08:31 PM. 50 (ex. This scope is the ultimate doublet refractor for those not wanting the weight and cool down of a triplet optical set. The flattener produces wonderful flat fields as well as a 41mm image circle. Things get a bit dim at high power, and resolution of course. William Optics RedCat 51 (Upgraded Version) + William Optics 48mm T-mount for Sony E-mount 2. The AT70ED's focuser can handle a binoviewer much better. Everything is in good condition, no major issues. I thought most t-rings were at 9. Scopes: Celestron 11 XLT, Stellarvue SVQ100 Quad astrograph, Astrotech 60ED doublet, Explore Scientific Newtonian 208/812 mm, ZWO 30mm mini guidescope, Svbony SV106 50 mm guidescope Mount/accessories: Pegasus Nyx101 harmonic drive, Celestron CGEMII, Celestron CGX Cameras: ZWO ASI 224MC, ZWO ASI 385MC. 8X reducer/field flattener is designed for prime focus astrophotography. The Astro-Tech AT60EDP Astrograph offers fully multicoated optics and all lenses have the latest state-of-the-art antireflection multicoating’s matched to their glass types on all air-to-glass surfaces for high light transmission and excellent contrast. 25" 8 Position: Imaging Camera: ZWO ASI183M-Cool: ZWO ASI183M-Cool:AstroBin is an image hosting platform and social network for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers. Ive always imaged with a telephoto lens and decided to move to a refractor. Manufacturer. 34mm but you also have a t-ring in there too. Ok, so today I received my brand new Sky Rover 60ED purchased directly from the Aliexpress store. . So don't be a stranger. Most Read Articles • Contact UsContact Us • Moon PhaseAstroBin is an image hosting platform and social network for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers. Matsumoto Company. Please Log In to view the details for this classified ad. 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. You just happen to be in Australia which makes. The back focus is 55mm from the shoulder of the reducer to the. Astro-Tech AT65Q ED. 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. Astro-Tech . $419. Astro-tech AT60ED + Astro-tech 0. ASTRO-TECH AT60ED - posted in Refractors : Hello everyone, I was thinking of buying the AT60ED. ASTRO-TECH AT60EDP 60MM F/5 DUAL ED PETZVAL OTA - posted in Refractors : I saw this for sale on the Astronomics website today. Looking to upgrade to a 4” refractor for imaging but trying to keep the price point in the 2-3k range, native speed f/6 or less. I thought that I would do an unboxing of the newest addition to the family. 8x reducer/field flattener for f/6 refractors is now available from stock. When I. A faster lens doesn't have to be uber-expensive. Anyway, I couldn't source a flattener for it but TS offer the Flat60 which is designed for their F5. I use it with a astrotech 60ED. Currently, I want a frustration free experience before taking up bigger challenge. 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. 11/10/2023 06:06PM. 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 6nm Accessories Astro-Tech 0. Yes it is a nice guidescope, and sometimes it will be used in that capacity, but unlike most guidescopes this one has an FPL-53 objective and an imaging focuser. First scope figured I’d stay smaller than the 72. I’ve looked at several and reviewed images taken by them and at least to my eye it’s hard to discern significant difference…Looking to upgrade to a 4” refractor for imaging but trying to keep the price point in the 2-3k range, native speed f/6 or less. Askar FRA300 f/5 Quintuplet. 8x Reducer COMBO. – Light grasp approx. I have a explore scientific exos nano mount , a raspberry pi 4, and some motors. Page 1 of 3 - Need advise on whether to keep Achro or get an APO. Anyways, if you know anyone in your area with a newer AstroTech (60ED, 72EDII, 115EDT, maybe others) or a WO ZS61 you could check if their VB fits. An astrophotograph by Gideon Golan on AstroBinAstroTech 60ED: Williams Optics z61: Apertura 60mm FPL-53 Doublet Refractor: Celestron 8" SCT: Focuser: ZWO EAF: ZWO EAF: ZWO EAF: Celestron Focus Motor: Filter Wheel / Drawer: ZWO Filter Drawer 48m: ZWO Filter Drawer 48m: ZWO Filter Drawer 48m: ZWO EFW 1. Anyone an idea at what time frame this is? Im going on a holiday in the middle of july and i would like the have the telescope before that time so i can take it with meThe distance needed is 54. Unless there is some ambiguity in the naming conventions, the AT60 would be the Astronomics Astro-Tech 60 mm Photo Guide Refractor. ASTRO-TECH . 6- Altair Starwave Ascent 102ED F/1122 - The planet killer outstanding high magnification performance. I have the Altair 110mm ED doublet with FPL-51 nice scope build quality is excellent with a butter smooth focuser but to heavy witch is why I was looking at the ascent 102ED F/7. The scope weighs in at a light 3. According to Aperturas website, the flattener should be set to 3mm for the. We carry all brands and products, like Meade telescopes, Celestron telescopes, and more. 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. It seems like it’s similar, and yet quite a different design than their. Contact Us. VAT) Altair 70 EDQ-R F5 Quad APO Astrograph £1,150. Astro-Tech AT60ED 60mm f/6 FPL-53 ED Doublet $369. Posted 16 January 2022 - 02:12 PM. The 72mm, f/6 primary lens is an air-spaced ED doublet using FPL-53 optics. Posts: 7,405. Redcat 51 With ASI585MC. Ended up just ordering the 7” Astro-Tech dovetail which hopefully will arrive tomorrow. William Optics z61 with field flattener. You need to space an extra 9. Astro-Tech 60ED and NEW x0. Bosco_Wiggins and Anunnaki. 25″ with it. • combined dovetail/tripod bracket for use on a photo tripod or a German. – Approx. Starizona Starizona HyperStar 14 v4 Standard NON-EDGE with. $239. However I have not been able to use it for astrophotography yet because the field flattner for it is on back order. 8X reducer/field flattener. The optical tube measures 9. Astro-Tech 60ED Unboxed Equipment Discussions. Now with zwo1600mm camera. 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. The box came with no instructions, so I am unsure if I installed it correctly. It might be possible to unscrew the helical focusser and add the diagonal between it and the objective and then with another. Not as nice as the FeatherTouch. 5. I’ve looked at several and reviewed images taken by them and at least to my eye it’s hard to discern significant difference…Come join the newest, most engaging and inclusive astronomy forum geared for beginners and advanced telescope users, astrophotography devotees, plus check out our "Astro" goods vendors. Page 2 of 2 - Questions for Owners and ex-Owners of the Astrotech 80ED - posted in Refractors : I image with a AT80ED, with the focal reducer/field flattener. It’s $949. • dual-speed 2" Rack and Pinion focuser with built in rotator. Astro-Tech 60ED vs. Ready to go on Celestron AVX mount with ZWO ASIAir Pro and ASI294 color camera. The fully-multicoated Astro-Tech ATRF60 converts the 360mm focal length f/6 Astro-Tech AT60ED refractor into a 288mm f/4. Budget was a key factor for me so getting one of those new goto mounts is out of the question for the time being. 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. Price when purchased online. Come join the newest, most engaging and inclusive astronomy forum geared for beginners and advanced telescope users, astrophotography devotees, plus check out our "Astro" goods vendors. I have been very impressed with my modest optics thus far and have. SKU: N/A Category: Discontinued Product. Save $70. Review of the Astro-Tech AT60ED Refractor Telescope Mike Likes 869 subscribers 1. This scope is for the person wanting a little more than. To sum it up, the most desirable features of the Hypercam IMX183 camera are: - 20mp resolution SONY Exmor R Back Side Illuminated IMX183 CMOS sensor. 5 compared to the usual F6 (TS sold the F5. 5 compared to the usual F6 (TS sold the F5. I think the color correction will be very similar, but the difference is the native speed. Most Read Articles • Contact UsContact Us • Moon PhaseAn astrophotograph by Gideon Golan on AstroBinPartial Solar Eclipse - June 2020 Equipment Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses Astronomics ASTRO-TECH AT60ED 60MM F/6 FPL-53 ED DOUBLETAstro-Tech 60ED Unboxed Equipment Discussions. I’ve looked at several and reviewed images taken by them and at least to my eye it’s hard to discern significant difference…Looking to upgrade to a 4” refractor for imaging but trying to keep the price point in the 2-3k range, native speed f/6 or less. Looking to upgrade to a 4” refractor for imaging but trying to keep the price point in the 2-3k range, native speed f/6 or less. I've not looked though a FOAQ though (did have a Tak 60Q, but not the FOA). Scopes: Celestron 11 XLT, Stellarvue SVQ100 Quad astrograph, Astrotech 60ED doublet, Explore Scientific Newtonian 208/812 mm, ZWO 30mm mini guidescope, Svbony SV106 50 mm guidescope Mount/accessories: Pegasus Nyx101 harmonic drive, Celestron CGEMII, Celestron CGX Cameras: ZWO ASI 224MC, ZWO ASI 385MC uncooled, ZWO 533MC, QHY268c Ended up just ordering the 7” Astro-Tech dovetail which hopefully will arrive tomorrow. 25” non-marring compression ring accessory holders• Vixen dovetail plate. Looks like a mix-up in the descriptions. 8x reducer 288mm fl ZWO EAF EQ6R-Pro Image Details: Ha- 47x180s, gain 100, -10c, bin1 OIII- 47x180s, gain 100, -10c, bin1 SII- 47x180s, gain 100, -10c, bin1 Total Integration: 11. • a rotating dual-speed 2. 11/10/2023 03:01PM. com and they have no idea. The 72 is half the price for only 10% less aperture. Guidescope Suitability Calculator. The camera side of the reducer has 48mm T-threads to connect to a T-ring and camera body. . 8mm, 15. Captured the Bubble nebula with AT60ED & ASI 533 MC in Ha.