Formal-Garden-7412 •. 8X Reducer for 60ED (ATRF60) is an equipment item of class Accessory on AstroBin equipment database. Page 35 of 37 - AT60ED: Something Small From Our Sponsors - posted in Refractors : Pete mentioned they are expecting stock this month. Joined: 26 Jul 2020. 8X REDUCER FIELD FLATTENER - posted in Refractors : Anyone know or care to explain the difference between the ATR8 and the ATRF72 Focal Reducers/Field Flatteners?The ATRF72 is out of stock for the foreseeable future, but the ATR8 is readily available at the same price - what gives?TIA. Mount Type: Two 1/4-20 threaded holes on foot with spacing between holes: 30mm. 95. Telescope Express TS Photoline 60mm f/6 is the same scope as the AT60ED, but a different color. Astro Tech AT60ED Bahtinov Focus Mask -RED-AT60ED . 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. Spencer-3D. The camera side of the reducer uses 48mm T-threads to connect to a T-ring and camera body. Sky Rover 60 ED APO with field flattener. Stars are generally small with an even focused field across the QHY8. Astromart. 50 (ex. Cle. The Astro-Tech AT80ED is a telescope that clearly fills a niche in the popular 80mm compact range. But a 0. 0. 1 William Optics Zenithstar 61. Edited by james7ca, 02 June 2015 - 05:54 AM. It measures 35" (889mm) long, 10. 265. Contact Us. SKU: N/A Category: Discontinued Product. The Astro-Tech 60ED is high on the list when it becomes available. It has dual mounting rings with nylon-tipped collimation screws (three per ring). It will not work on all of them however. Sharpstar 400F5. Astro-Tech 60ED. So until then I am stuck using scope uncorrected. Borg 60ED (#6260) 2" Eyepiece holder M (#7505) M57 to M57 ADII (#7458) M57 Helical Focuser S (#7757) Focal Reducer 0. 34mm but you also have a t-ring in there too. Then I noticed in another thread about that telescope the Astro-Tech 80ED being mentioned as something one of the respondents would buy instead. As you add equipment to the view, the details will appear below. 5mm between the camera and the flattener. Astro-Tech AT80EDT f/6 triplet. 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. VAT) Sky-Watcher Esprit 120ED PRO OTA £2,499. 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. AG Optical Systems. I thought most t-rings were at 9. Please tune in for my 1st impressions of it. Mounting to a Refractor Mounting Ring: Select the F002 E above. Deep sky object photographic data courtesy: DSS/STScI. While I wait for astronomics to deliver my scope, I. 5, this telescope provides fast light-gathering. VAT) Sky-Watcher Esprit 100 ED PRO OTA £1,799. The AT70ED has a very good construction, specially the focuser: very solid, robust, precise, smooth and confortable to use. I've been eyeing a longer focal length refractor with a bit more aperture than my AT72ED for awhile. Canon 100-400 IS I vs. Focal Ratio: f/6. A self-storing retractable dew shield slows the. An Astrozap focusing cap is a lightweight aluminum cap that fits over the front cell of your telescope. 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. in small batches and is often on back order, the SW 120 is easy to find. 95. Astro-Tech College Tuition Sale; iOptron 20% Off Sale While Supplies Last; Meteorites. You are better off with a short refractor like a Astro-Tech 60ED + 0. 25" dewshield extended. It is still lightweight, compact and portable but with much better performance, from star colors to planets and DSOs. The EDL is an f/7 and the EDT is a triplet at f/6. 25 diagonal, and a Manfroto camera tripod with pistol grip for easy aiming. MPN. 3. 25 pounds all together. Astro-Tech AT60ED Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI533MC Pro Mounts iOptron CEM70EC Filters Antlia ALP-T Dual Band 5nm 2" Accessories Astro-Tech . Click here to create one. Feel free to give us a call if you have a question about your scope if it isn’t an Astro-Tech product. . Don't have an Astromart account? Click here to create one. Takahashi FOA 60Q *Like New* 11/10/2023 05:03PM. Brief Review: Astro Tech 80ED - posted in Refractors : Ive had this scope for a couple of weeks now and have used it on two occasions. 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. Astro-Tech 60ED Unboxed Equipment Discussions. im quite enticed that i could use it for WIDE-field views (even wider than the St-80!), astrophotography, guiding, and even just day-to-day. 1-800-422-7876 questions@astronomics. 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. Features. While this Astro-Tech ATRF72 0. 25” non-marring compression ring accessory holders• Vixen dovetail plate. Star testing is so-so, by my estimate, about 1/4 wave SA under corrected, a little better than that if I use a prism diagonal. 8x reducer/flattener, which are in stock now? I was dead set on the AT60ED for the incredible value but am getting antsy waiting. Focal Length: 360mm. These mount holes are 20mm apart, is this a standard size, or do I. So, no DSLRs with the Evoguide and at the moment, there is no way around this. 25" · Optolong Green 1. Ended up just ordering the 7” Astro-Tech dovetail which hopefully will arrive tomorrow. VAT) Altair 2" DualBand 6nm Sii Oiii CERTIFIED CMOS Filter & test report £199. Feel free to make a contribution! Learn more. Zenithstar 61 II vs. I have been considering the Astro-Tech AT60ED 60mm and the Apertura 60mm FPL-53. 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. 83 (ex. Brands / Companies 931 ; Cameras 3319 ; Sensors 465 ; Telescopes & lenses 3756 . It's all a compromise between lightweight portability and light gathering ability. Any comments or suggestions are appreciated. Inside the cap is a wheel that can be rotated to either line up the Bahtinov. 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. The back focus is 55mm from the shoulder of the reducer to the. Item location:California nebula Astro-Tech 60ED test Celestial hemisphere: Northern · Constellation: Perseus (Per) · Contains: California Nebula · NGC 1499 · The star ξPer. 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. Posts: 137; Joined: 04 Aug 2020; Loc: New Hampshire, NH; Posted 18 April 2021 - 08:31 PM. WO Zenithstar 61 APO $478. All the best!Looks like a rebrand of the WO ZS 61, also the Astro Tech 60ED, I think Altair have one also. I want to invest in my first astrophotography telescope which would be used with my iOptron SkyGuider Pro. But at this price range, it could not be better. Artificial stars at a distance of about 60 feet. . You save. 85 reducer/ flattener. Focusing Masks For Telescopes. Replacing the foam in an old Astro-Physics telescope case. AT60EDP Then I googled for it to try to get more information and couldn’t find anything. Hi. 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, . 11/10/2023 03:01PM. 8 vs. NET assembly calls. 6M subscribers in the astrophotography community. AstroBin is an image hosting platform and social network for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers. . Most other 80mm apos Ive seen are much more expensive, but the Astro-Tech is nearly. IC405 - The Flaming Star nebula taken with the AT60ED. No liability assumed for product specifications. As a short refractor, it's meant for wide-field views and astrophotography. ZW Optical. A favorite. For astronomy travel you'll need a compact, portable telescope that delivers results. 34mm and that is the thickness of the spacer (s) you require. Page 1 of 5 - Astro Tech 80EDL or 80EDT? - posted in Refractors : Was wondering if anyone has experience between these two scopes. The 72 is half the price for only 10% less aperture. Astro-Tech 70ED - posted in Refractors : Im thinking of getting the $299 AT70ED as my first foray into astrophotography. Pocket prep for now. Please contact the webmaster if you have a recommendation based on positive experience, if possible with a sample image 1280 x 720 pixels min). Buy telescopes and telescope accessories at Astronomics. This will be for visual use; no photography planned at this time. It suffers somewhat from field curvature and the owner’s aging, less-than-accommodating. It is best used for lower power wide viewing 30-50X. Since I had a GSO 0. I would get an Erect Image Diagonal for correct terrestrial viewing. Edited by Joe Bergeron, 12 January 2021 - 09:16 AM. Spencer-3d. Altair's is almost the same name:Astro-Tech 60ED on Orion Tritech II tripod, StellarVue MV1 mount head: Maybe about a dozen pounds fully dressed? It is a true (for me) grab-and-go outfit, and can be carried outside and around the yard, as needed, with a couple of eyepieces in my pocket. William Optics Adjustable Field Flattener For Zenithstar 73 £209. Discontinued Product ZWO EAF ( Electronic Automatic Focuser) $199. 3") in outer diameter. Click on the pics for a larger image. Astro-Tech AT65Q ED. Skywatcher. 60mm Astro-Tech ED - posted in Refractors : Sears 60mm x 700mm Discoverer (Towa) achromat, circa 1968, vs. Pick up the phone, or drop us a line, and we will be happy to be of service. The equipment was mounted on a Celestron AVX GOTO mount. Dedicated 0. Would I be better off with the Flat61R on the AT60ED or the Astro-Tech . (I will be mounting the scope on a SLIK tripod and using either the Omegon Baby or DSV-M mount). ready for shipping in 24 h. The optical tube measures 9. Performance is probably similar, but I'd love to see a comparison done. • 2" and 1. The camera side of the reducer has 48mm T-threads to connect to a T-ring and camera body. FF130. The distance needed is 54. Edited by Highburymark, 23 January 2023 - 03:38 PM. Weighing in at just 3. 8x Reducer. I already have experiences with vintage lenses, Vivitar 200mm f3. At Astronomics, we have that experience - a staff total of over 160 years of experience using and selling telescopes. Hard Case: The Astro-Tech AT130CA hard case is designed to hold the Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm triplet ED apo refractor. Alan Hancox. To meet the textbook definition of an apochromat, you have to bring three widely separated color crossings to common focus with a residual secondary spectrum of 1/10000 the focal length. Nothing affecting the view. Astro tech 66ed refractor mounting advice needed - posted in Refractors : HI All: After a long hiatus I am back into astronomy. 001at60ed. 4mm nozzle. $139. 8X Reducer for 60ED (ATRF60) Accessory: 18: 121: Astro-Tech . 975, but. This l. Telescope N 150/750 Star Discovery P1 50i SynScan WiFi GoTo. $599. 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. The Sky-Watcher Evoguide 50ED Field Flattener, instead, has only 17. It not only has great reviews, has FPL-53ED glass, and a clear price advantage. Of the remainder, two are vintage Japanese refractors and the rest are various American scopes. ” I have found a number of positive reviews about this modestly sized refractor. 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. It is high profile to look over the tube rings. View. I thought that I would do an unboxing of the newest addition to the family. thanks!! much appreciated. This Astro-Tech AT80ED refractor has: • split tube rings with detachable Vixen-style dovetail for installation on virtually any mount. The Astro-Tech 60ED 1x flattener easily threads on to the focuser of your AT60ED after your remove the standard compression ring eyepiece holder. Obvious differences -- the AT 115EDT is a triplet apo, the SW 120ED is a doublet. Orion 2” dielectric diagonal. The box came with no instructions, so I am unsure if I installed it correctly. • dual-speed rotating 2" rack-and-pinion focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing. Formal-Garden-7412 • 22 days ago. 33 (ex. 8x flattener. Decent 2" rack and pinion focuser with sufficient focus travel. Those who can afford a full-frame astro camera can afford an FSQ. Altair Astro Limited is a. 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. FPL-51 or equivalent in the triplet. It goes through numerous inspections, at the factory, at Tecnosky and Rupert at Astrograph also checks it out before dispatch. 33 (ex. This is my first impressions shortly after receiving the telescope. This Astro-Tech AT102ED refractor has: • 102mm f/7 fully multicoated doublet optics using FK-61 ED glass. Keep in mind that the record for the tracker (afaik) is fullframe 600mm @ 600 seconds guided, which is stunningly good for such a small and portable system. Posts: 711. My NIRQuest was easy to get up and running, but it seems like I can’t find the LabVIEW driver for the QEPro. 1" F/7 ED REFRACTOR - posted in Refractors : Well just ordered me a ASTRO-TECH AT80ED 3. Place your astronomy ads, read the latest news articles and check out the current reviews of newest telescopes and equipment. Astro-Tech AT60ED Field Flattner - posted in Equipment (No astrophotography): Hello, 5 months ago I purchased an Astro-Tech AT60ED telescope. . Henault-Brunet´ et al. Astro-Tech AT60ED . 00 £958. FCD-100 is comparable to FPL-53 but FK-61 is more like FPL-51. Manufacturer. 95. I am using a simple Alt Az tripod, and can have this set up ready in two minutes. For Sale. For example, the fully-multicoated. Borg 60ED astrograph question. This uses the FB shoe and has a machined adapter that attaches it to the top of a 1" wide telescope mounting ring. Add New Equipment To Database. Zenithstar 61 II vs. ciently explore phase-space configurations of GCs without needing to specify their initial conditions,. Sharpstar 400F5. We've helped hundreds of thousands of people pick the right telescopes or accessories since 1979. 8lb apertura 60mm 3. Quick view. This is my plan to begin astrophotography on a regular. I am. Star test results using an artificial star at a distance of 60 feet. Astro-Tech 60ED Unboxed Equipment Discussions. -- 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 Screenshot _25_. 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. 25″ with it. 00. $ 390. 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. Ender 3 Pro V2 Direct Drive Speedy Spider Hot End 3DQF PLA. 25lb. For example, the fully-multicoated Astro. This high-profile stalk has a dovetail shape at the bottom for attaching it to finder scope dovetail shoes used on Stellarvue refractors and many others. The camera side of the reducer uses 48mm T-threads to connect to a T-ring and camera body. William Optics z61 with field flattener. Astro-Tech 60ED. The AT60EDP produces a 44mm image circle. Deep sky object photographic data courtesy: DSS/STScI. So I've seen this topic come up a lot. Hello! I have an Astro-Tech 60ED 1x flattener for sale. 50 UK Price £. 5" long with the dewshield retracted and 12. 8X Reducer/Flattener + Williams Optics Guidescope package. Same fit and finish. Here is an image I did about two years ago with my SV50 and the Astro-Tech field flattener under poor, red-zone, light-polluted skies. It seems like it’s similar, and yet quite a different design than their. The back focus is 55mm from the shoulder of the reducer to the. 00 £958. So don't be a stranger. This instrument is designed as an astrograph. The scope is a f/5. The home to all amateur astronomers & telescopes! Feel free to discuss anything astronomical here, from…. 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. Incorporates Ohara FPL-53 glass optics for enhanced contrast, color correction, and sharpness. . Tecnosky 90 Triplet f6 'OWL' APO. 60ed. 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 have a little Astrotech 66ed that I want to mount on a little Televue alt az mount. 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. It has dual. Ive always imaged with a telephoto lens and decided to move to a refractor. 8 for wide field shots with a focal length of 288mm giving you the flexibility of two focal lengths in one. Joined: 06 Jan 2005. Altair 60ED, MG32 Guider and EQ3 Pro Synscan mount COMBO £968. 5mm or 7mm DeLite for Astro-Tech AT60ED? - posted in Eyepieces: Im primarily a binocular observer (Canon IS 10x42 and 15x50). Match them up at the hardware store and buy a handful of extra washers while you are there. → Equipment Discussions. Thats why I was comparing the Astro-tech with it. Most Read Articles • Contact UsContact Us • Moon PhaseThe two silver allen bolts in the center of your photo. The fully-multicoated Astro-Tech ATRF60 converts the 360mm focal length f/6 Astro-Tech AT60ED refractor into a 288mm f/4. Too many 60-62mm options! - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Im going to be in the market for a 60-62mm refractor in a few weeks - to mount on my Star Adventurer. Astrophotography is better when you use several programs to control the mount, control the camera, perform active guiding, etc. 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. Its 420mm f/7 ED air-spaced apochromatic. The Hotech SCA flattener I have. The 72 is half the price for only 10% less aperture. 50 £82. Astro-tech AT60ED + Astro-tech 0. These seem to aways be out of stock so if you are looking for one, you can get this new one at a discounted price. So, subtract the thickness of the t-ring from 9. VAT). If you like manual focus that means you save that. 25" non-marring compression ring accessory holders. You are better off with a short refractor like a Astro-Tech 60ED + 0. One good alternative is to buy the Astro-Tech AT60ED - which is basically the same scope as the Z61 - from our friends at Astronomics, along with the field flattener, for less than the new Z61 costs alone. Add to list. The user manual says that it provides a library of LabVIEW wrapper around the OmniDriver . Astro-Tech AT60ED 60mm f/6 FPL-53ED and Lanthanum Doublet. Astro-Tech . We carry all brands and products, like Meade telescopes, Celestron telescopes, and more. 8x Reducer Field Flattener For the 60ED Optical Tubes. For Sale. 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. Now some tubes will need a little extra felt, like the Astro-Tech 60ED. 67” and 2”. We all have questions from time to time. Portable Astrograph. The optical tube measures 9. Is there an Astro Tech dealer in Australia or do you purchase direct from the USA? I would like a AT65EQD. The ZWO ASI533MC Pro. 00. And since we're a family business, we plan on being. price is 300 dollars shipped in CONTUS. It's performance punches way above its. 8 with the optional 0. ·. The Altair 60 EDF is our most compact telescope, and this a more refined version with an S-FPL53 doublet objective lens providing superior colour correction and a lighter more compact tube. Quick test of Borg 60ED - posted in Electronically Assisted Astronomy (No Post-Processing): I have been absorbed by the Borg Collective, as I just received a Borg 90FL for EAA (and other visual and imaging purposes) AND snagged a lovely Borg 60ED from the UK. I was very excited - until I opened the box to inspect my new telescope. Theres two mounting screws on each side of the scope. My goal in purchasing the Astro-Tech 60ED is to have a very portable scope that lets me take moderately closer glimpses at deep sky targets of interest to me. I'm VERY pleased with my AT115EDT. The EDT triplet is surprisingly 2 lbs lighter and comes with a case. The SW 120 is slightly bigger. 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. 8X focal reducer/field flattener (like new condition) 3D printed Bahtinov focusing mask (like new condition) Rings and 3D printed risers with riser bolts 32mm Astrotech. Page 1 of 3 - Orion 80mm ED APO Refractor v. 83 (ex. The opening of the shoe will accept generic Vixen style finder brackets. 265. 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. 8X Reducer for 60ED (ATRF60) Software Adobe Photoshop · Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Steffen Hirtle GraXpert Guiding. If you wanted this scope but with blue trim, congratulations. Save Image. The prospective user can obtain optics of equal or slightly. You get a single ring with a. Askar FRA300 f/5 Quintuplet. However they are very different by design. SWAS70ED-OTA-RED70M54. The Sharpstar 60ED is a versatile telescope that is perfect for viewing celestial objects such as the moon, planets, and stars. 8x CCD Telecompressor for 92mm Stowaway and 105mm Traveler. 2 oz with the rings and dovetail, 5 lbs 4 oz without rings and dovetail. Star charts generated using Cartes du Ciel. When I researched the reviews for the scope I couldn't find a bad word said about it and. Focal lengths are 560. 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. 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. Astro-Tech 60ED Unboxed Equipment Discussions. Seeing, focus and the mount will do more for better image quality than splitting hairs to justify spending double. ·. Astro-Tech 80ED Refractor - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Please help me decide between the Orion EON 80 mm ED Doublet APO refractor and the Astro-Tech AT80 ED refractor. 8x flattener. 11/10/2023 04:51AM. 00. View profile Send private message Share; Navigation contextTelescoape astronomice, microscoape si binocluri pentru profesionisti si incepatori. A super portable refractor telescope with FCD100 ED glass, suitable for astrophotography or visual use, day or night-time. 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. New Astro-Tech 80ED - posted in Refractors : I had ordered and received a new open box SVBONY SV503 80ED which arrived with problems and was returned. Hopefully someone here has. ASTRO-TECH . 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. To the OP. 76X imaging time of the ZS81.