TS Optics Apochromatic refractor AP 102/714 ED OTA

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The 102mm F/7 Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) refractor from TS Optics is portable "allround telescope" for observing and astrophotography. The very well corrected optics with moderate focal ratio and special glass offers an almost color-free image.

Use the apo refractor for astrophotography or impressing observations. The good optics, the "photo friendly" focuser and the good workmanship will guarantee joy, success and marvelous experience under the starry sky.

The advantages of the TS 102mm f7 ED refractor:

very good corrected ED optics - adjustable

stable and precise 2" Crayford focuser with the option for screwing in photo adaptions, 360° rotation

The hand-made lens is mounted into an adjustable and temperature compensated cell. It is a doublet with an ED element for a good correction of the chromatic error. On every glass/air surface, we use the best multi-coating the manufacturer offers to ensure maximum contrast.

Der TS Linear Power 2" Crayford Focuser:

Reeinforced ball bearings - no tilting

Stainless steel running for smooth adjusting even under maximum load

2" adaption with ring clamping can be screwed off, afterwards, photo adaptors can be screwd in via a female 54 mm thread.

TS Optics is a Telescopic Service trademark.

It is not only important which telescope you buy, but also where you buy it.

We provide extra help:

We are a leading telescope dealer and know these instruments like the back of our hands.

We are always very happy to offer our assistance after your purchase, should you encounter any problems with your telescope”s setup or operation.

Our ‘Telescope Basics” booklet - an 80-page beginner's guide for our telescopes – is provided free of charge with every telescope we sell.

SPECIFICATIONS

Optics

Type - Refractor

Type of build - Apochromat

Aperture (mm) - 102

Focal length (mm) - 714

Aperture ratio (f/) - 7

Resolving capacity - 1.13

Limit value (mag) - 11.8

Light gathering capacity - 210

Max. useful magnification - 204x

Tube weight (kg) - 3,98

Tube length (mm) - 733

Tube diameter (mm) - 105

Tube material - Aluminium

Tube construction - Full tube

lens design - Doublet

Coating - multiple

Focuser

Type of build - Gear rack

Gear reduction - 1:10 Fine movement

Motorized - no

Connection ( to eyepiece) - 2

Rotating - yes

Connecting threaded socket (camera-side) - M68 & M63

Free aperture (mm) - 64

Mount

Mounting type - no mount

GoTo control - no

Type of build

OTA

Included accessories

Tube clamp - yes

Prism rail - Vixen-Style

Dew Shield - yes

Eyepiece adaptor - 1,25" - 2"

Area of application

Astrophotography - yes

Recommended for

Beginners - no

Advanced - yes

Observatories - no