Posted 30 November 2020 - 02:04 AM. 25” and 2” star diagonals with 46-layer 99% reflectivity dielectric coatings to complement the performance of your AT102ED. Depending on how much money I have available I am considering a Celestron C6-R ( C150 ) achromat, Astro-Tech AT130EDT APO triplet or if things are really good a Takahashi TOA130 triplet APO. Attaching FocusCube to AT130EDT- What Screws to remove on focuser? - posted in Refractors : So I just got my Astro-Tech AT130EDT in today and Im in the process of attaching my Pegasus FocusCube from my old scope. It clearly was meant to make us all happy we chose an Astro-Tech telescope. Add New Equipment To Database. 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. Feel free to make a contribution! Learn more. . 5" rack and pinion focuser with a microfine 10:1 fine focusing ratio can rotate a full 360° to position the camera or eyepiece in comfortable observing position. It will be used for imaging on a G11 with a DSLR. Astro-Tech AT130EDT Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI294MM Pro Mounts Orion Atlas Pro AZ/EQ-G Filters Astrodon Gen2 E-series Tru-Balance Blue 36mm · Astrodon Gen2 E-series Tru-Balance Green 36mm · Astrodon Gen2 E-series Tru-Balance Lum 36mm · Astrodon Gen2 E-series Tru-Balance Red 36mm Accessories Astro-Tech . 8 Reducer / Flattener (Astro-Tech ATREDT115) Software Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight Acquisition details Dates: Jan. N. I would highly recommend the AT130EDT not only because it's closer to your desired price range, not. ( Astro-Tech) + 5mm spacer + QHY OAG-M (10mm) + 10mm spacer + filter wheel qhy3M(17. AT130EDT just received, anybody else get one, eyepieces? - posted in Refractors : A few days ago I received an Astro-Tech ADT130EDT from Astronomics along with a field flattener and case. The 2" barrel of the reducer is threaded at the top, as can be seen in the feature image above. It'll likely be a while before my AZ5 mount arrives and I'll. 8x reducer/corrector that is designed for it. Optics: Astro Tech AT130 @ F5. This works perfectly on the 'GTi and the dual encoders on the mount means I can unlock the clutches and move the scope manually without losing the GoTo calibration. I would try getting the right corrector first and try that before buying a. My question is, which of these would take the most advantage of the new camera? My initial reaction is the redcat because of how drastically different the focal length is to my 8"Edge, it would give me two very different rigs to cover. 95. In that case a TEC fluorite will show "no" CA. Moon looks great with 3. Visually its not bad at all but photographically it shows considerable CA. The AT130EDT reducer actually claims to work with "minor vignetting at the corners", but the M42 thread on it seems a bit too small. I bought this new from Astronomics in February 2022. Astro-Tech AT60ED and AT72EDII Black Friday Sale; Celestron AVX Sale; Universal Astro Sale; Various Used and Demo Scopes and Mounts; iOptron 20% Off Sale While Supplies Last; Meteorites. . The scope is darn near perfect in everyway. Pretty good deal. Astro-Tech AT60ED, AT80EDT, AT115EDT, AT130EDT f/6 ED Triplet Refractors, Astro-Tech AT72EDII f/6 Refractor,. Its inexpensive, maybe too. Female, tube side thread inner diameter ~111. Avg. I wanted to capture an image to witness it, so last night I collected 58 300-sec subs, in L only, from my backyard via my Astro-Tech AT130EDT, under generally poor seeing. Astro-Tech makes a range of Ritchey-Chrétien (RC) telescopes that are all designed specifically for imaging. Page 1 of 2 - Fixed My Astro-Tech AT115EDT After Dropping It - posted in Refractors : Last September I had a accident with my AT115 which resulted in the objective being knocked out of collimation. I commend and thank him for the great pics he posted using the AT130EDT. "The Astro-Tech AT130EDT allows imaging with a DSLR or CCD using an APS-C or equivalent sensor (29mm diagonal) with no vignetting. 8X focal reducer/field flattener is designed specifically for prime focus astrophotography with the Astro-Tech AT130EDT apo refractor. "Oh my scope has FPL-53 or I don't want it because it isn't made with FPL-53. 5" rack and pinion focuser with a microfine 10:1 fine focusing ratio can rotate a full 360° to position the camera or eyepiece in comfortable observing position. 5” focuser used in the AT130EDT (and, I believe, by the TS 2. I've got my eye on the Astro-Tech AT130EDT. An Astro-Tech AT130EDT just showed up on the CN Classifieds for $1250 shipped. I believe these are the correct size I ordered from Scopestuff. 25 5 Position Software PixInsight · N. . The factory focuser wasn't bad but it isn't a Moonlite! Focuser has a 5" drawtube so any eyepiece, DSLR or dedicated Astro camera will come to focus. 5mm) + qhy 268M (12. 65 Stowaway or EC2725 for Traveler. Both companies do very well in that regard. 8x flattener (=728mm) its a bit lacking still for most galaxies. This is my latest. Page 10 of 16 - Astro Tech EDT Owners Thread (115/130/152) - posted in Refractors : Thanks. Mounted them up on my AP1200 and frantically shot through a Nikon 5500 unmodded at 30 sec and 1600 ISO. Description: This image of the Crescent Nebula, aka NGC 6888, was captured from a "white zone" (San Jose, CA - Bortle 8) over 10 nights, between July 6, 2021 and July 15, 2021, totaling about 40 hours of data. I was also told ETA would be mid-May or so. The back focus is 55mm from the shoulder of the reducer to the. AT130EDT vs 7" LX-200 Mak vs 8" SCT Comparison Review By: Vlad Fedosov Intro: I think that if you spend any time reading the equipment forums on your favorite astro web site you will quickly find that there are. For astrophotography, it is. Astro-Tech AT130EDT Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI533MC Pro Mounts iOptron CEM60 Accessories ZWO ASIAIR Pro · Kendrick Dew Heater straps · Kendrick Bahtnov Mask · William Optics Flat 6AIII Software Adobe Photoshop · Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Adobe Camera Raw CC ACR Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses Astrotech 60mm F/4 Guiding Cameras Zwo ASI120 Mini This new Astro-Tech AT130EDT refractor has: • 130mm f/7 fully multicoated triplet apochromatic optics using an ED center element. The camera’s back is dominated by a large fan, which can cool the sensor to 35-degrees below ambient temperature. 5" rack-and-pinion focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing. " I would very much recommend: Astro-Tech AT130EDT . Just a heads up. • a. You can buy them used for a few hundred less. · 950 views Hi everyone! I am looking for suggestions for my refractor. 8x reducer/flattener. 5" focuser is extremely smooth. I have found a site that has the ED127 on sale for $2000, so the scopes are basically the same. Thanks for the reply. Ill take some photos of the setup next time Im out. Setup: Astro-Tech AT130EDT 5. In the case of the Astro-Tech AT130EDT, the fishtail effect starts to get bad roughly at 4,200 Å. Right now, I am between the Altair Astro Wave Series 115 F7 ED Triplet APO and the Astro-Tech AT115EDT f7 ED Triplet APO. -Celestron AVX mount -Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm f/7 telescope. 25 which is similar in design to the Astro-Tech finderscope. Page 1 of 3 - iOptron AZ Mount Pro - Balancing in Azimuth - posted in Mounts: My Astro-Tech AT130EDT just arrived, and now its time to think about the practicality of using it on the AZMP. Looks like a lot of scope for the money and purchasing it from Astronomics gets you a 2. Any touch of the focus knobs and nothing but jitters. I am testing the new Astro-Tech AT130-EDT and here are some of my results. which explains why I own 3 telescopes made by Astro Tech. ASTRO-TECH AT130 EDT F/7 Flap Panel (FP1) Home Flat panels Motorized flap panels ASTRO-TECH AT130 EDT F/7 Flap Panel (FP1) Automated, dimmable flap panel for your refractor telescope! € 350,00. I think the 3. 95. Loc: 36°N 105°W. Add To Cart. Page 1 of 46 - NEW Astro Tech AT80, AT115, AT130 EDT's ! - posted in Refractors : Just got an e-mail from Astronomics and it looks like they have a new lineup! AT80EDT F/6 priced at $749 AT115EDT F/7 priced at $1299 AT130EDT F/7 priced at $1799 All with 10:1 2. Formula: Pixel Size (mm) X Focal Ratio X Diameter of Shadow / Reflection (pixels) If you don't already know the size you can upload an image below and then click & drag over the dust doughnut or shadow to calculate the size. 92mm. The Astro Tech AT130EDT is tempting for some of the same reasons as the AT115EDT, but has the added benefit of largest aperture. Supplied Accessories. It's an F7. I will ship in the carrying case and original double box cardboard boxes it came in with the focuser controller, reducer and flattener in a separate box. I called Astro-Tech and asked for their opinion. 8x flattener (=728mm) its a bit lacking still for most galaxies. 6. • a dual-speed 2. 5% discount for being a Cloudy Nights member. The images from its 709mm focal length f/6. I dont mind spending a little more. Astro-Tech AT152EDT - Your Experiences - posted in Refractors : I am thinking about getting a Astro-Tech AT152EDT and would love to hear about people’s experience and thoughts on this scope please. Share FOV. Well I was dodging clouds but finally got an image with this . On the front end, the retractable dew shield has an OD of 121mm, in case anyone is considering putting a filter there. Based on what I have read from people doing similar experiments, Takahashi refractors (4 times as expensive as an AT130EDT!) see that effect start in the near UV (< 4,000 Å). This scope is for the person wanting a little more than what the 60ED and 72EDII can bring to the table. Posted 30 November 2020 - 02:04 AM. 9. Looks really awesome. It comes with the original Astro-tech attachments (compression ring eyepiece holders, dew shield, rings and vixen dovetail) and the carrying case. Astro-Tech 0. 67” and 2”. But note that all of these advertise the scope as using FPL-51 (or equiv. It is a standard 55mm with the extra shell. Posted 11 February 2023 - 07:39 AM. Scope: Astro-Tech AT130EDT refractor Celestron AVX mount Orion Starshoot Autoguider Orion 60mm Guide Scope ZWO ASI2600MC Pro camera Optolong L-Pro light polution filter Pegasus Astro Powerbox 19 x 240sec Lights 15 darks 15 flats 50 bias Processed in PixInsight and Photoshop . Thanks for clearing that up for me. Note: even though the ASI2600MC glass has a built in UV/IR filter, all pictures were taken with an additional UV/IR filter in the imaging train. On the other hand my Askar FRA 400 has been a dream. That means the scope will ride more. Scott Beith, Moondust and ken30809 like this. It is in excellent optical and mechanical shape, with very few noticeable signs of use. Astro-Tech AT130EDT - Sale PENDING. Page 2 of 3 - Astro-Tech AT-130EDT Triplet or StellarVue SVX-127D Doublet - posted in Refractors : No question about reputation and pre-sales service. Our calculator, at typical seeing of 2-4”, uses the Nyquist formula of 1/2 and the 1/3 to stop stars becoming square so the optimal range is between 0. I use the AT130EDT as is comes with no reducer or flattener and all I do is imaging with the scope. It is excellent mechanically and also has very good to excellent optics. Page 39 of 48 - Astro-Tech AT125EDL Owners' Thread - posted in Refractors : I have also owned three different AT115EDT scopes. First concern would be image quality, second is the focuser. That price is almost too good to resist. Or just going with : ASTRO-TECH AT115. Astro-Tech AT130EDT is an equipment item of class Telescope or lens on AstroBin equipment database. Filter: Optolong L-Extreme. Add To Cart. Even rarer - two AT 102EDL scopes, both on Stellarvue MC002 mounts, viewing the sky from the same back. → Equipment Discussions. The lens is the same on both of them. Since I had to do some research to figure this out. 4. Both scopes are excellent, especially for the money. Feel free to ask an questions. Black Moonlite large format dual speed focuser with a brake. This is the classic design for an APO made famous by Astrophysics. I'm seeing that there may be a 2. I really like the size and optics of my 5 Apogee, its gives very good views, but I just want that next level of performance. You can. This topic has been archived. Measuring only about 18" long with the focuser and dewshield retracted for storage and travel, the AT90 optically and mechanically fills the void left by the discontinued AT92, TMB-92, and 90mm f/5 Astro-Physics Stowaway (a legendary scope. This is the latest version of our 130 mm apo triplet refractor. This is the latest version of our 130 mm apo triplet refractor. RAKing and Castor like this Back to top #2107. I. William Optics GT81 81mm f/5. Assuming the same QE, a larger pixel speeds up the image time also. For quick sessions, I prefer the portability of the 102 over my much heftier AT130EDT. Log In to view the details for this classified ad. 5 to f/7 range that use a 2" focuser. ASTRO-TECH AT130. net. In November of 2017, I purchased an AT130EDT, because like StarWolf57, I wanted a 5" apo refractor. Now using a Paramount MyT, which is great. On the cameras web page ( ) when you scroll down to “The best solution for 55mm Bacfocus” it tells you exactly what is needed. 12" f/7 ED triplet, Astro-Tech . Just waiting for that imx571 camera (s) in my future! The AT115EDT is about the largest refractor to fit my viewing habits. AT115EDT only 15 pieces left . I repeat, IT. Late October brings the next shipment of AT80EDT, AT115EDT, AT130EDT, AT152EDT, AT80ED, AT72EDII, AT60ED, ATRF60, and ATRF72. But do not discard Astrophotography in the future. (Over achiever) Mount Aligned on 5 stars West, and 5 stars East NINA file Sequence - Attained from Stellarium, Plate Solved and centered with Astrometry. Build quality is very good: nice satin finish powder coat, smooth, robust focuser (that wont get touchy in the cold) with no backlash,. 00 us $ in stock ASTRO-TECH AT115EDT F/ 7 ED TRIPLET REFRACTOR $1,499. 25″ / 31mm Adobe Lightroom · Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Russell Croman Astrophotography BlurXTerminator · NoiseXTerminator · StarXTerminator . QHY23 monochrome CCD cooled to -20C. Page 14 of 16 - Astro Tech AT102EDL Owners Forum - posted in Refractors : A rare occurrence last night - the skies parted and gave clear views (with some light pollution from nearby Cleveland, as well as a full moon) of a few objects. Takahashi refractors are the best of all in that regard. But do not discard Astrophotography in the future. Using it primarily for imaging. Astro-Tech 0. . Add to Cart. About six months back I called and. I had to find something simple, something low-priced that doesn't require a lot of computer skills. Astro-tech AT130 EDT Join group Forum for all things and images of AT130 scopes Group forum 5 posts in 1 topics View all New topic Images AstroBin is an image hosting platform and social network for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers. 31x11. Back focus new ASI2600MC-Pro? - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hello all! Im new to the forums here, and I figured it would be safe to ask my noobie questions. Here's the link and the needed info is in the last paragraph of the full description. Especially when you are considering triplet apochromatic refractor. 5 hours. So much for the new scope jinx. I am strictly a visual observer. CCD Filter Size Find the optimum filter size to avoid vignettingI'm excited because I have the Astro-Tech AT90CFT on order. I see you have the AT115EDT, have you. Find the position of dust or reflections in your optics. AT130EDT showed up on Wednesday. First concern would be image quality, second is the focuser. I bought this new from Astronomics in February 2022. I've taken many good images through it also. Astro-Tech AT80EDT, AT115EDT, AT130EDT f/6 ED Triplet Refractors, Meade Series 6000 ED Triplet APO 80mm, Meade Series 6000 ED Triplet APO 115mm, Meade Series 6000 ED Triplet APO 130mm, Stellarvue telescopes with the SV-F25B model focuser, Stellarvue SV70T f/6 APO Triplet,Page 28 of 46 - NEW Astro Tech AT80, AT115, AT130 EDT's ! - posted in Refractors : Well, my 115 arrived yesterday. As you add equipment to the view, the details will appear below. Edited by Taylor, 13 August 2022 - 09:25 PM. If the cost, size, or file sizes of the ASI2600mc-pro bother you, take a look at the ZWO ASI533mc-pro. I commend and thank him for the great pics he posted using the AT130EDT. For Sale: Astro-Tech AT130EDT with accompanying Astro-Tech 0. 7" focuser from an Astro-Tech 152mm f/8 EDT and fabricated by Parallax Instruments - Thanks Joe! - into the. Even rarer - two AT 102EDL scopes, both on Stellarvue MC002 mounts, viewing the sky from the same back yard. AT130EDT only 5 pieces left . lolI have attached a picture of my AT130EDT setup for LRGB and narrow band. Equipment. This telescope consists of an Astro-Tech 130mm f/6 FPL-53 triplet lens cell with a 3. For sale is an Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm f/7 Triplet in excellent condition. com is the leading portal for astronomy news, classified ads and telescope reviews. Page 47 of 49 - Astro-Tech AT125EDL Owners' Thread - posted in Refractors : Juergen, any kind of counterweight for that setup? I dont doubt that the tripod and mount will carry the weight but the scope is way off center and some balancing weight on the opposite side of the mount might be helpful. The difference in the brands tends to be with the focusers etc. One thing is for certain: there seem to be a vanishingly small numbers of reviews criticizing Astro-Tech scopes. The fully-multicoated Astro-Tech #ATREDT30V2 reducer/flattener converts the 910mm focal length f/7 Astro-Tech AT130EDT refractor into a 728mm f/5. Nikon D5500 (modified) is an equipment item of class Camera on AstroBin equipment database. Using it primarily for imaging. " AT125 EDL only two pieces left . Adding the dedicated reducer/field flattener, #ATREDT30, will allow imaging with a full frame DSLR (43mm diagonal sensor) with only minor vignetting at the corners of the image. The FF/FR is on back order so I’ve attached the WO 6AIII to see if it is compatible. You will not go wrong picking. Page 1 of 2 - ES127B or AT130EDT - posted in Refractors : Im close to making a decision on maybe purchasing one of these refractors. If you are mostly going to use the scope for visual observation, then you may as well get the 125EDL and save a few dollars as well as having a lighter scope. But, I would like to image the angular eclipse in October 2023 with it, if possible. Since I had to do some research to figure. The mechanics and finish of this. -Celestron AVX mount-Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm f/7 telescope with. So far the dew shield felt liner seems tight and is holding with little to no movement. The problem is the AT130 focuser tube seems to have a 63mm diameter and I cannot find any adapter out there that goes from 63mm to 72mm. AT92 $1795 AT102EDL $1095 with guaranteed . A fantastic scope nonetheless. I am currently looking at the following as possible options: ASTRO-TECH AT80EDT F/6 ED TRIPLET REFRACTOR OTA. Don't have an Astromart account? Click here to create one. The OTA Refractor includes a padded hard carrying case. . To clarify I was not asking about the back focus of the flattener. The focuser can rotate a full 360 degrees. Williams Optics Z61M-27 With a New AT130EDT - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Well I was able to capture an hour each of RGB on M-27 last night with my new AT130EDT. I am clueless. 95. 65x starizona unit and my AT130EDT. Adding the dedicated reducer/field flattener, #ATREDT30, will allow imaging with a full frame DSLR (43mm diagonal sensor) with only minor vignetting at the corners of the image. 25 (or better). I definitely need a top mounted dovetail. The AT130EDT is part of the family of AT scopes that showed up much later than the SS series (and from a different manufacturer). 5" feathertouch on my AT130EDT but want to use the ATREDT30 with it. I was using a KAF8300 chip with it at the time and just stuck it into the 2" focuser opening. Wow the cost difference is astonishing between the Astro-Tech vs. The Astro-Tech scopes are well rated. Astro-Tech AT130EDT and 115EDT - Both look nice and I've seen rave reviews about each. I think we have the same laser-finder bracket. 8x reducer and field flattener with my AT130EDT and have some questions on setup for eyepiece projection photography. 8X focal reducer/field flattener is designed specifically for prime focus astrophotography with the Astro-Tech AT130EDT apo refractor. → Refractors. Lo and behold, I had a clear skies last night. Thanks MikeFWIW, the focusing mechanism you showed is also used by the Astro-Tech 2. $199. While it may also thread in and work well with other brands and models of f/7 refractors that use a 2. I started with the Sirius EQ mount and Orion ED80 combo, with and ASI1600-MM, and following the advice of many, upgraded my mount first. /astro-tech-0-8x-reducer-field-flattener-for-astro-tech-at130edt-triplet-apo-refractor-3517. Notice the reducer/flattener (the black tube with no markings), two spacers, the 8 slot EFW, and then the ASI183MM Pro cooled camera. 8x FF/FR Software AstroSharp Ltd SharpCap · Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight ·. "The Astro-Tech AT130EDT allows imaging with a DSLR or CCD using an APS-C or equivalent sensor (29mm diagonal) with no vignetting. Captured with NINA, astro tech at130edt, losmandy g11, asi294mmpro and zwo SHO filters. Last night I was using my AT130EDT with a 2. Equipment. 00 us $ Availability: In Stock ASTRO-TECH AT130 EDT F/ 7 ED TRIPLET $1,799. 8 DOUBLET $1,695. 5" rack and pinion focuser with a microfine 10:1 fine focusing ratio can rotate a full 360° to position the camera or eyepiece in comfortable observing position. On any refractor Ive used, the. Page 119 of 127 - Who is waiting on a new Astro Tech to arrive? - posted in Refractors : Excellent, thank you sir. 0. Looks like TS Optics have a similar 130mm triplet with FPL-53 glass, but it ships from Europe and not sure how much better it is. Larry obviously has some AP talent and experience. It’s a solid scope, but be warned it’s quite heavy. Waiting Period: We have some SVX130T's in stock or very near it. 7" dual speed focuser. It will be used for imaging on a G11 with a DSLR. Glass is perfect. Teleskop-Service has a 130mm Photoline f/7 that looks almost the same as the AT130EDT, except. 5 TRIPLET APO REFRACTOR OTA. 25" 99% Reflectivity Dielectric Diagonal for which Mike at Astronomics estimates 4 to 6 weeks to delivery. Page 115 of 127 - Who is waiting on a new Astro Tech to arrive? - posted in Refractors : Congrats on your new AT72ED2. I have narrowed down my choices to either the AT124EDL or the AT130EDT. From what I have read about scopes like the TS 130 f/7 FPL-53 triplet, the optics can be quite good for quite a good price. The dual-speed 2. 8 reducer/flattener and hard case. As you add equipment to the view, the details will appear below. There are three set-screws which secure this in a recessed track, plus a thumb-screw for locking it in position. The dual-speed 2. Add To Cart. Edited by HydrogenAlpha, 17 May 2019 -. No issues. I want a 1x field flattener and I dont believe Astronomics makes one for the AT130EDT. The finely-machined scope has a dual-speed rack-and-pinion focuser with a microfine 10:1 fine-focusing ratio. Split Algieba nicely, not so great galaxies since moon is pretty bright, M3 looked good. Page 5 of 127 - Who is waiting on a new Astro Tech to arrive? - posted in Refractors : Thought I would share a quick update on my few days old AT72EDll. Oiled triplet means only 2 air to glass surfaces which means less reliance on the optician to get 6 surfaces perfect - they only need to get 2 surfaces perfect. Calculate the resolution in arc seconds per pixel of a CCD with a particular telescope. The specs shows this weighs 28 pounds. I am a completely ignorant to solar imaging. want to get it ready for galaxy season and I feel with the dedicated . My AT130EDT works great with the Astro-Tech 0. The Astro-Tech AT130EDT is an excellent optical tube assembly with slow polished triplet optics, ED glass center element and world class optical multicoatings. ADM. Orion Telescopes has recently begun offering Ritchey-Chrétien scopes in 3 sizes: 6″ RC , 8″ RC, and 10″ RC. It is the premium design. (I run mine at -10 degrees C). 12" f/7 ED triplet . I popped in an 18mm Tele Vue Delite and had a peak (note: the scope was also freshly equipped. Weighing 19 pounds with tube rings and finder attached, this triplet is a 127mm, f/7. Takahashi refractors are the best of all in that regard. A representative took one to the 2010 Winter Star Party. Started by Woody218 , Oct 31 2021 04:06 PM. Image Acquisition: Maxim DL, Processing, calibration and Stacking: CCDStack, Post Processing: PS CS5. The mount is 1000000000x more important than the scope. The Astro-Tech AT125EDL is an extension of the beloved 60ED and 72EDII. 8 reducer at 728mm Focal Lenght Losmandy G11G running Current Level 6 at 16 volts, GPS QHY268C Pegasus Focus Cube V2 QHY-Medium OAG ZWO asi174mm 2X 12v. 5” focuser for the TS130). I am sure I would have to stop it down at times as Marty has done with his 120mm scope. For sale brand new never used Astro-Tech AT130EDT F/7 Triplet OTA with 0. 7" Focuser (APO130F7-DEL) Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI2600MM Pro Mounts Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Filters Astronomik MaxFR SII 36mm 6nm · Astronomik MaxFR OIII 36mm 6nm · Astronomik MaxFR H-Alpha 36mm 6nm AccessoriesPage 1 of 3 - Astro-Tech or Skywatcher ? - posted in Refractors : Hi, Im expecting a 10 reflector and Im looking at the refractors. QHY268C, Pegasus Focus Cube V2. Nice flat surface on the bottom of the focuser. Looking at the CGEM or EQ6 (hopefully find a lightly used one) and maybe the ieq45pro. AT152EDT. As long as you hit the 55mm. With its retractable dew cap pulled in, its overall length is just 34 inches, but extending the cap fully makes it a bit longer than the Orion scope. While this Astro-Tech #ATR8 0. It also accepts a standard 2" nose piece. Please check the page for your. Setup for visual over the weekend and first clear skies was tonight. Meade 6000 and Orion ION. . 75 thread on the upper end of the 2" nose piece that is intended to thread into the stock focuser. -ZWO ASI2600MC Pro cooled camera-ZWO EAF focuser-Optolong L-Extreme dual narrowband filter-Pegasus Astro Mini Powerbox-Orion 60mm guide scope-Orion Starshoot autoguider-Controlled with a MeLE Quieter3Q mini PC running Windows Software. Edited. Both scopes are excellent, especially for the money. It is in excellent optical and mechanical shape, with very few noticeable signs of use. To our minds, that makes the Astro-Tech AT130EDT an exceptional value. I have the AA115 version and it is excellent, so I would imagine the AT bigger brother version is also very good optically. The telescope-side barrel is threaded for standard 2″ filters so you can attach a light pollution filter. Only a few nights with the scope. Thank you Robert MorrisonPage 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. But really, I'm trying to say they're great. $1000 difference between these two scopes, and I am trying to justify the price difference!. The AT125EDL is longer than the AT115EDT, but being a Doublet, albeit with a 10 mm aperture advantage, its objective cell is actually lighter than the one in the AT115EDT. Its inexpensive, maybe too inexpensive. Page 12 of 12 - Astro-Tech AT130EDT First Light Imaging Session Data - posted in Vendor and Group Announcements: Im mount shopping now in anticipation for getting a 130mm next year. Celestron Off-Axis Guider · ZWO EAF · ZWO EFW 8 x 1. AT130EDT or ES ED127 (FCD100) - posted in Refractors : I made the mistake of selling my Astro-Tech 80EDT and giving a 6 RC a try. 12" f/7 ED triplet . The black 60mm finder/guide scope is resting in its box. Astro-Tech AT130EDT · TS-Optics Photoline 130 mm f/7 FPL53 Triplet Apo - 3. Orion 2” dielectric diagonal. Optical performance of this example is quite good but with my eyes (and my air), I doubt I could see any difference between this and a comparable Takahashi. 8x Reducer Field Flattener For the 60ED Optical Tubes. 67 = 2 / 3, 2 = 4 / 2). So don't be a stranger. Gear used: Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm refractor 910mm FL, f/7 - aka Big Bertha Explore Scientific field flattener Celestron AVX equatorial mount ZWO ASI2600MC Pro color CMOS camera Optolong L-Pro light pollution filter Orion Starshoot Autoguider camera Orion 60mm guide scope ZWO autofocuser Acquisition software:. Tech Details. 1. Astro Tech AT130EDT F/7 triplet in like new condition. Optec Astro-Physics 2. Clicking on the picture takes you to the full-res Flickr page. This Astro-Tech #ATREDT15 0. I am not working my way through the 115s and 80s. Astro-Tech AT130EDT. You need only 64% as much time with a 0. but theres vignette when corrected on an APS-C sensor and its not easy on the back with visual. When not being used for astrophotography, it was kept in a soft case lined with 2" foam.