00 £603. 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. I want to invest in my first astrophotography telescope which would be used with my iOptron. Manufacturer. Hi everyone! I'm opting to purchase an AT-60ED for my astrophotography rig. 5 to f/7 range that use a 2" focuser. This is just another version of the same scope sold by Astrotech, Apertura, Altair and a few others around the world. If you have a bulky wobbly mount your backpacking and viewing experience will be awfully frustrating. 75 hrs Location: Backyard Parker, CO, USA Bortle 5 sky Acquisition and processing: Acquired in NINA, Processed in PixinsightStill 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…Guidescope Suitability Calculator. Astro-Tech 60ED Review So very dinky. so in reality you really need some additional things with the quark to get all you can out of it. Standing next to a 12oz soda can shows just how small it is! The Astro-Tech 60mm ED is up for sale at just $269 INCLUDING CONUS shipping. Calculate the resolution in arc seconds per pixel of a CCD with a particular telescope. Page 35 of 37 - AT60ED: Something Small From Our Sponsors - posted in Refractors : Pete mentioned they are expecting stock this month. Buy telescopes and telescope accessories at Astronomics. WO Zenithstar 61 APO $478. Starizona Starizona HyperStar 14 v4 Standard NON-EDGE with. I have been. 25″ with it fully extended. The focuser can rotate as well to help you get the perfect framing. 001at60ed. I thought that I would do an unboxing of the newest addition to the family. The flattener produces wonderful flat fields as well as a 41mm image circle. Would anyone be able to suggest a good flattener alternative to the ones offered by WO for the Z61?Orion nebula shot with iso400 120s 16 subs, horsehead and flame nebula shot with iso800 180s 14 subs. Ive always imaged with a telephoto lens and decided to move to a refractor. 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. Works great with these and similar models. Yes I confirm It’s perfect and built like a tank . The opening of the shoe will accept generic Vixen style finder brackets. 8x Reducer Field Flattener For the 72EDII Optical Tubes. Page 1 of 2 - Astro-Tech AT60ED - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hi folks, curious on peoples take on this scope. Optional Finderscope: 9x50 focusing objective (206. Astro-Tech 60ED and NEW x0. I wanted to use it with my ASI533MC and modded APS/C DSLR for wide field imaging. F/5, 300mm. By far the TV-60 is the most portable scope with great optics for birding and casual astronomy. So until then I am stuck using scope uncorrected. teashea likes this. Focusing Masks For Telescopes. 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. We've helped hundreds of thousands of people pick the right telescopes or accessories since 1979. 11/10/2023 04:51AM. 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. Funding Member. Officially, the added goodies are there to give you tighter stars for superior guiding capabilities. 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). Astro-Tech 60ED vs. The Starwave 60ED becomes a fast astrograph at F4. Stars are generally small with an even focused field across the QHY8. Its 420mm f/7 ED air-spaced apochromatic. The 72 is half the price for only 10% less aperture. 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 f/5. Focal Length: 560 mm. This instrument is designed as. 25" one with that scope. Star test results using an artificial star at a distance. 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. I am currently using the AT60ED without a field flattener with a crop sensor DSLR (700D) and have found that while it is usable, you want the field flattener. Not as nice as the FeatherTouch. Help Deciding on Dual-band Filter - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hello, My current set up are Explore Scientific ED80 at f6, 480mm & Astrotech 60ED with 0. A self-storing retractable dew shield slows the. This scope seemed to fill the bill. 447mm @ f/5. 8X REDUCER FIELD FLATTENER FOR THE 60ED OPTICAL TUBES. Altair 60ED, MG32 Guider and EQ3 Pro Synscan mount COMBO £968. Unless there is some ambiguity in the naming conventions, the AT60 would be the Astronomics Astro-Tech 60 mm Photo Guide Refractor. I think the color correction will be very similar, but the difference is the native speed. 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. 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. 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. I will be traveling out to Arizona. 25” non-marring compression ring accessory holders• Vixen dovetail plate. Now on astronomics it say for the availability More on the way. 25 pounds, this super compact telescope is a great tool to have whether it is your main. The Astro-Tech ATRF60 reducer/flattener threads on the 60ED focusers. I have been very impressed with my modest optics thus far and have. Add To Cart. Buying a widefield refractor - posted in Refractors : Hi everyone, I am looking for a new smaller widefield refractor for astrophotography. But the William Optics costs $169 more. Astro-Tech . I purchased the 60ED and Flattener from them instead of the 72EDR. Reviews. They look the same. The AT60ED shown with a TeleVue Panoptic 24mm eye piece, a TeleVue Everbright 1. Spencer-3D. A super portable refractor telescope with FCD100 ED glass, suitable for astrophotography or visual use, day or night-time. We carry all brands and products, like Meade telescopes, Celestron telescopes, and more. 5mm and extension tubes will not be required. 00. 11/10/2023 06:06PM. Donation is not required by any means, so please enjoy your stay. 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. I am an experienced observer, but a beginner when it comes to astrophotgraphy. 00. Canon 100-400 IS I vs. Page 1 of 3 - Orion 80mm ED APO Refractor v. 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. $369. Astro-Tech AT80 - posted in Refractors : My Astro-Tech AT80 arrived on Wednesday, along with the Astro-Tech 2-inch Dielectric diagonal. 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. makes it very hard to get full solar shots with it. At 288mm focal length with the reducer/corrector. 25" dewshield extended. . (TS Photoline 60mm/60ED) which would produce a short and fast 260mm f/4. The AT60ED now comes standard with the Camera Angle Adjuster and the finder shoe. Dedicated 0. 00 £958. 1-800-422-7876 [email protected] Deciding on Dual-band Filter - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hello, My current set up are Explore Scientific ED80 at f6, 480mm & Astrotech 60ED with 0. A compact guide scope with good quality optics to fit atop the 60ED with "set and forget" focuser. Astro Tech 60ED is for wide field EAA using my Lodestar X2 mono camera. AT60 ED AstroTech 60ed Imaging Cameras Canon EOS 600D / Rebel T3i / Kiss X5 (modified) Mounts Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer Software Open PHD Guiding Project PHD2 · O'Telescope BackyardEOS Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses Svbony 60mm guidescope Guiding Cameras ZWO ASI120MCAmateur Astronomy. 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. Thank you Jeremy. Resolution Formula: ( Pixel Size / Telescope Focal Length ) X 206. According to Aperturas website, the flattener should be set to 3mm for the. Posts: 137; Joined: 04 Aug 2020; Loc: New Hampshire, NH; Posted 18 April 2021 - 08:31 PM. An astrophotograph by Gideon Golan on AstroBinAn astrophotograph by Gideon Golan on AstroBinAstro-Tech 60ED Unboxed Equipment Discussions. 8X Reducer/Flattener + Williams Optics Guidescope package. It will not work on all of them however. You will not find a smaller telescope anywhere that can still provide a satisfying viewing experience. 11/10/2023 06:06PM. 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. i dont plan on using super heavy telescopes with it, just my astrotech-60ED, and possibly an. $139. This enables you to star-test virtually any telescope, regardless of aperture size, focal ratio, distance, and lighting conditions. Tried a star reduction technique in GIMP using…But the mount and tripod are the most important part of your set up. . Sharpstar 0. gardavsky and JeremySh like this Back to top #78 Traveler Traveler. 5 to f/7 or so. Item location: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. 25-inch adaptor. Theres a couple of dust spots in the lens but doesn't affect imaging and some marks on the dovetail. I wanted to get my feet wet with a budget scope and wanted more focal length (and a conventional focuser) than the ubiquitous redcat. My setup us an astrotech 60ED with 2x Barlow to a T ring then a canon rebel t6i DSLR at 1/250. M106 Galaxy Group. 00. barx1963. 8x Reducer / Flattener. Ready to go on Celestron AVX mount with ZWO ASIAir Pro and ASI294 color camera. You can learn more about the. Page 1 of 2 - Astro-tech 130EDT or APM 140 - posted in Refractors : So just getting opinions, Ive decided I want to get a larger refractor, and I know the price difference between the two, its just a one vs one idea. - 5440 x 3648 active pixels in a 13. The Astro-Tech AT60ED might be just the compact high-quality grab-and-go or travel scope you have been searching for. 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. Astro-Tech AT65Q ED. . An astrophotograph by Gideon Golan on AstroBinASTRO-TECH AT72ED 72MM F/6 ED $379. . 8 reducer for ED60. . 7- Astro Telescope 102 F/11- very nice scope, classic Fronhofer But out classed by my Altar 102ED F/1122. The Rokinon 135 is pretty popular around here and you can find those for under $300 all day long. This product is discontinued, for the new 5V EAF please click here. 05mm x 12. Length: 18" dewshield retracted, 21. Home /; Image / M31 Andromeda Galaxy - 2 Pane Mosaic Celestial hemisphere: Northern · Constellation: Andromeda (And) · Contains: Andromeda Galaxy · M 110 · M 31 · M 32 · NGC 205 · NGC 221 · NGC 224 · The star νAndAn astrophotograph by Gideon Golan on AstroBinGetting plate-solving status, please wait. Astro-Tech Product #: AT60GS . Redcat 51 With ASI585MC. This is a great little portable package. Histogram. 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. 8 focal reducer/field flattener at f4. Page 1 of 2 - Ready to order some new AP equipment, beginner imager looking for input. You get a 2" Rack and Pinion focuser with a microfine 11:1 fine-focusing ratio finished in our Aston Martin Grey trim. 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 is one premium-quality diagonal that doesn't happen to be priced like one - and it's still a hot product for many observers. 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). A favorite. The Long Story: I like refractors. The Astro-Tech reducer/flatteners thread into the focuser for a solid connection. The telescope-side barrel is threaded for standard 2″ filters so you can attach a light pollution filter. I will be bringing my set up astrotech 60ed asi 120 mini szbony guide scope asi air plus star adventurer pro 2 canon T3i Ha mod where I live I use a L-enhance filter, I am not sure,. Anyway, I couldn't source a flattener for it but TS offer the Flat60 which is designed for their F5. thank you in advance and sorry for any run-on sentences !Reviews. Mount Type: Two 1/4-20 threaded holes on foot with spacing between holes: 30mm. 8X Reducer for 60ED (ATRF60) AstroBin's equipment database is entirely maintained by the community. All you. • 2" and 1. 8 reducer. Looks like a decent size scope I can hike with to remote locations and use with my Skyguider Pro with M4/3 and APS-C bodies, and its decently priced with its flat field corrector. I’ve looked at several and reviewed images taken by them and at least to my eye it’s hard to discern significant difference…After over 3 weeks of overcast skies and haze from the terrible wildfires in the west & BC, finally a clear nite. In these public groupsPage 2 of 2 - 60s or 70s? - posted in Refractors : Definitely, but that wasnt the goal, details isnt my main purpose for this multiple setup, in fact i can easily put RGB from OSC camera with big scope so it can squeeze details out of it as possible, and let Lum bring details from smaller aperture even some lost details there, so they both will match,. Yea but how much vs a nice small 80mm +/- refractor vs the capabilities ?Help with mounting guide scope to AT60ED - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Purchased a Astrotech AT60ED, and just curious on how you all attached a guide scope/camera to your scopes. 4KidsOneCamera • 3 yr. 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. 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. – Highest practical magnification 95x, Limiting magnitude 11. We have found them to be too long and they have caused damage to the finish of the finderscope. ASTRO-TECH . The camera side of the reducer uses 48mm T-threads to connect to a T-ring and camera body. Condition is New. 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. - posted in Experienced Deep Sky Imaging: Here is my second test of new x0. 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 have taken multiple photos of the moon, m3 and m51 and although my photos may lack technical merit, it has. Pick up the phone, or drop us a line, and we will be happy to be of service. 67 (ex. Although designed primarily for use with the new Astro-Tech AT60EDT triplet apo refractor, and priced at only $119. Is there really no difference between the astrotech At60ed and the Williams zenith star 61? The price is almost double. 3") in outer diameter. When I. I’ve looked at several and reviewed images taken by them and at least to my eye it’s hard to discern significant difference…Astro Tech refractors diameters? - posted in Refractors : Hi all, I would like to know about the outer diameter of the following AstroTech scopes for something i want to buy, please make sure it is a precise measurement as much as possible possible. I am selling a very nice sample of AT 60ED doublet APO. I’ve been lucky enough to spend a few months basking in the spectacular far southern sky of New Zealand. A few on the back. com and they have no idea. Astromart. Plus when using with mono camera the inference is pretty bad . When I had my Takahashi FC76dcu, it too tested the same. I purchased one, but it is back ordered till February. I am not yet a full year into imaging with the scope. For example, the fully-multicoated Astro. Astro-Tech AT65Q ED. I have a explore scientific exos nano mount , a raspberry pi 4, and some motors. Needs a good home. SKU: N/A Category: Discontinued Product. 8x reducer/field flattener for f/6 refractors is now available from stock. William Optics RedCat 51 (Upgraded Version) + William Optics 48mm T-mount for Sony E-mount 2. It will not work on all of them however. Wanted. price is 300 dollars shipped in CONTUS. Apertura 60mm APO Refractor Specifications. M106 Galaxy Group. The AT 60EDs are back in stock!Page 2 of 9 - Are “Spotting Scopes” a good alternative to short refractors? - posted in Refractors : Kowa Prominar’s, Leica’s, Swarovski’s are big bucks for sure. This instrument is designed as an astrograph. This finder shoe is designed to work on a variety of Astro-Tech telescopes. It was a cold one and a bit hazy along with some high clouds at times but still managed to catch 3 “strea…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. 25" dewshield extended. The back focus is 55mm from the shoulder of the reducer to the. Astro-Tech. Contact Us. 8X Reducer/Flattener + Williams Optics Guidescope package. 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…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. 8. - posted in Refractors : First off thank you in advance to anyone that comments on this. 8X reducer/field flattener. We all have questions from time to time. The Astro-Tech AT60EDT is a superb grab-and-go visual scope, a fine wide-field astrograph, and a daytime spotting scope. 5. Initial testing with the ASI camera. Sky plot. Redcat 51 vs Astro-tech AT60ED - posted in Refractors : Hi, Im new here and to this hobby. Takahashi FOA 60Q *Like New* 11/10/2023 05:03PM. Aperture: 60mm. I mainly do imaging so the Astro-tech is a FPL-51 triplet and the APM is a FPL-53 doublet, I have a hard time figuring out which is better. 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. It is usable with refractors and imaging Newtonians up to 1500mm in focal length, as well. It’s worth noting that the. Left: AstroTech 60ED / Adjustable FF, ZWO EAF, ZWO Filter Drawer, ZWO ASI183mm-cool Center: WO z66 / ZWO z66 FF, Pegasus Focus Cube, ZWO Filter Drawer, QHY163color Right: AstroTech 60ED / Adjustable FF, ZWO EAF, ZWO Filter Drawer, QHY163mono (EAF is ordered, waiting) Pegasus USB Control Hub Rig Runner 4012. I have talked to the people at astronmics. Originally discovered in 1781, M106 was not added. 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. Altair MG32 mini guider. 3D Printed. 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. Page 1 of 2 - Astro-Tech AT60ED - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hi folks, curious on peoples take on this scope. The optical tube measures 9. You can still get good images, but you would need to. Contact Us. FocusKnobs. This was with an Astrotech 60ED in white light with a 7mm Nagler type 1. While I wait for astronomics to deliver my scope, I. The rings only weigh 5 oz. 5mm, 21mm, 11mm spacers > ASI294. AT60EDP Then I googled for it to try to get more information and couldn’t find anything. 8 with the optional 0. The TV-60 is the ultimate travel scope and backpack scope with its compact lightweight design, helical focuser, and simple mounting requirements. 8x focal reducer/flattener from Astronomics. 2 oz with the rings and dovetail, 5 lbs 4 oz without rings and dovetail. The Astro-Tech. Anyone used both? Is there a faster 60out there? Clear skies! HemiAstro-Tech 60ED Unboxed Equipment Discussions. 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,. 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. 8 vs. Add to cart. Brands / Companies 925 ; Cameras 3311 ; Sensors 465 ; Telescopes & lenses 3753 ; Mounts 613 ; Filters 2238 ; Accessories 1410 . 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. I thought that I would do an unboxing of the newest addition to the family. 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. ASTRO-TECH AT60ED - posted in Refractors : Hello everyone, I was thinking of buying the AT60ED. eBay item number: 284284336129. 1-800-422-7876 [email protected]" long with the dewshield retracted and 12. 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. 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. What did you see last night in your binoculars? (Part 3) Started by Jawaid I. Opinions on the AstroTech 60ED please. Save $70. Page 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. I have been doing some research on small refractors and have come down to these 2 options: 1. 5mm, 21mm, 11mm spacers > ASI294. • combined dovetail/tripod bracket for use on a photo tripod or a German. The box came with no instructions, so I am unsure if I installed it correctly. Which will help you save money to get a more serious tracking mount like a SkyWatcher GTI. 6- Altair Starwave Ascent 102ED F/1122 - The planet killer outstanding high magnification performance. This scope is for the person wanting a little more than what the 60ED and 72EDII can bring to the table. 5" rack-and-pinion focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing. Brand. ASTRO-TECH AT60EDP 60MM F/5 DUAL ED PETZVAL OTA - posted in Refractors : I saw this for sale on the Astronomics website today. Still trying to find the “sweet spot” settings on PHD2 to improve tracking during long…Astro-tech 60ED with FPL53 glass (like new condition) Astro-tech . Did I make a good choice for the $369 US price? Since I'm on a tight Astro budget due to many reasons like many others here. 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. 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. Astro-Tech AT80EDT f/6 triplet. 8x Reducer Field Flattener For the 60ED Optical Tubes. The EDT triplet is surprisingly 2 lbs lighter and comes with a case. How to choose a telescope for photographing the night sky, and our pick of some of the best telescopes for astrophotography available. So, subtract the thickness of the t-ring from 9. William Optics z61 with field flattener. I use it with a astrotech 60ED. That's always the issue I've had with using a 60mm exclusively. So, it seems the 28mm Meade 5000 PWA is essentially the same eyepiece as the other name plates but at higher cost than. 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. 5″ long with the dewshield retracted and 12. It looks better from the outside, but when youre observing or doing astrophotography in the dark, you. $632 CAD. I have tried imaging with it, but the focuser is not up to the job (not repeatable enough to automate). The new Astro-Tech AT80EDL is an extension of the beloved 60ED and 72EDII. An astrophotograph by Gideon Golan on AstroBin18 Nov 2023. This l. 英田60ed. I’ve looked at several and reviewed images taken by them and at least to my eye it’s hard to discern significant difference…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…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. Aurora. Based in the UK, available worldwide. Petert913 replied to the topic and said that he uses his with a 2-inch diagonal. 25” non-marring compression ring accessory holders• Vixen dovetail plate. 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. Scope will ship in the original, foam-fitted, box. Black/Grey. 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. Maybe if they would come in stock. Possible a bit over emphasized. getting more serious about imaging. This is strictly for visual and Im trying to decide between the 2 of them. 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. Quick view. Got it as the set with the turret and the eyepieces. In Stock. 5 version for a while). VAT) Altair 70 EDQ-R F5 Quad APO Astrograph £1,150. 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. I will be bringing my set up astrotech 60ed asi 120 mini szbony guide scope asi air plus star adventurer pro 2 canon T3i Ha mod where I live I use a L-enhance filter, I am not sure, how the camera will image while in Arizona with no filter in. weight 1. The Evoguide 50ED is a guiding scope that effectively is an apochromatic doublet refractor, featuring a precise helical focuser. Now with zwo1600mm camera. Here is my history. We have found them to be too long and they have caused damage to the finish of the finderscope drawtube. 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 Looks like a sky rover 60ed rebranded, make sure it uses fpl53 glass and you should be good. Optics Type: ED FPL-53 Refractor. 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. At Astronomics, we have that experience - a staff total of over 160 years of experience using and selling telescopes. each. 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. I thought that I would do an unboxing of the newest addition to the family. 5 version for a while). 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. It’s $949. This Astro-Tech ED refractor has: • 80mm f/7 fully multicoated FCD-100ED and Lanthanum doublet refractor optics • dual-speed 2. 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. Please Log In to view the details for this classified ad. I am selling my Astro-Tech 60ed + . 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. These mount holes are 20mm apart, is this a standard size, or do I. Product Description. From my experience and knowledge I have learned the past year or two, I want a small refractor for my ZWO ASI1600mm. 12-15mm back focus to use a 0. Kind of a MkII. 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. Weight: 6 lbs 3.