70mm-90mm refractor options. I still enjoyed the views and the Moon's terminator was. 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. The optical figures on my AT70ED and vintage 80mm f15 refractor are both excellent and very sharp and I use and enjoy both as often as my skies permit!! Edited by barbie, 23 November 2021 - 02:27 PM. I've been looking at getting a small (can fit on airline carry-on) ED refractor (especially the ones for Astro-Tech) and don't know which one to get. One point in the focus range, however, has a small area where. so here is my new Astro-Tech 115EDT. by Bigzmey » Sun Jun 20, 2021 1:21 am. A guy I sold an AT70ED to sent me a photo he took with it, and it is very impressive. J. Neewer 'Professional' 61 inch Tripod with Fluid Head . Page 13 of 32 - Astro Techitis - posted in Refractors : I keep my 130EDT on a Mach 1 mount that rides on a Scopebuggy, so no worries about lifting it every time I use it. Welcome to Astro What?, a forum for those interested in astronomy and astrophotography. Astro-Tech Hard Case for the 125EDL $159. 3° TFOV, and collapses down to a compact size. is damaged, which can happen with any micro-focuser, in normal times you can buy a $60 two speed upgrade kit from Agena-Astro that includes the micro-focuser and pinion. Page 92 of 127 - Who is waiting on a new Astro Tech to arrive? - posted in Refractors : Looks good for a clear night this evening. Hi everyone, Please join me as I premiere the first impressions review of the Astro-Tech AT70ED. edge HD. Here my only Astro-Tech refractor an AT80ED pictured below. For visual I would go for at least 80mm, but if you have $$ 100mm ED/ APO is what you really want for visual. I have an Astro-Tech AT70ED for sale. And as a heads up we will be increasing prices on Astro-Tech products on January 1st 2022. However, when I was speaking to Astronomics on the phone about the replacement, they indicated that they had no idea whether the ATR8 would work well with the AT70ED. Astro-Tech AT80EDT f/6 triplet. Astro-Tech AT70ED is an equipment item of class Telescope or lens on AstroBin equipment database. There is plenty of travel and a generally smooth and progressive motion with just about the right amount of feel. It has a 70mm aperture, 420mm focal length, and f/6 ED doublet refractor with cost of $300. I have supplied this information to. I currently own 3 Astro-Techs (AT70ED, AT102EDL, & AT125EDL) and they are absolutely phenomenal for the price. 18 kg). Clear Skies, Mike/Astronomics 800-422-7876 Well the good thing is that it gives me time to save up. Open the PDF directly: View PDF . Fired up my asi 294mc pro for the first time last night, I used it in my astro tech at70ed, is it amp glow that is causeing this light bubble in the picture?Greetings to all! I have for sale a near new, recent vintage Astro-Tech AT60ED. It will not work on all of them however. 25" dewshield extended. Therefore, a 55mm back focus with a filter that is 3mm thick added to the imaging train would. IC405 - The Flaming Star nebula taken with the AT60ED. It's not perfect, but it's vastly superior and will be adequate for my purposes. . Price: $350 Posted on: 2023-04-06 14:05:02 Last Updated on: 2023-04-07 15:34:13Although the Astro-Tech 80ED is labeled as an apochromat, you should probably take that with a grain of salt. OPTICAL DESIGN: Refractor - Achromatic with ED Glass: TELESCOPE SERIES: Astro-Tech ED Doublet:. THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN THIS PAGE IS HERE FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES The Astro-Tech AT60EDT is a very compact/very high quality . It not only includes the mounting ring and retractable dew shield but also a finder shoe which you do not normally find with an OTA. 25" adapter and the supplied single split ring mounting shoe. The opening of the shoe will accept generic Vixen style finder brackets. Out of 3 dozen scopes I ever owned, not one was a ED or APO. Binoculars are fine, but telescopes are in my blood. I look forward to checking out this new scope which will be my first Astro-Tech scope purchase. Each one of those things is worth the $69 or more. Optics are sharp. Page Count: 2. Astro-Tech AT70EDAstro-Tech AT70ED (70mm f/6 FK-61 ED doublet) Astro-Tech 2" 99% Dielectric diagonal APM UFF 30mm (5° FOV @ 14x & 5mm exit pupil) Baader MkIV 8-24mm w/2. Sticking with the Astro-Tech line, I'd recommend something like the AT70ED, AT72EDII, or AT80ED. Astro-Tech - AT72ED manual. Well, with just a tripod, a wide-angle like that 17mm, will give you about 20-25s exposures without trailing being noticible. I also plan to do some. Both the AT70ED and AT80ED will have a wider maximum field of view than the ST80 if you use 2” eyepieces. The sky. Page 1 of 3 - AT70ED yes or no - posted in Refractors : I just recently sold off some unused gear, so now I have some money in the Astronomy account that can only get spent on Astronomy stuff. The Astro-Tech’s focuser is a dual-speed Crayford with a calibrated scale on the drawtube to “mark” the focus point for different photo and visual applications. Astrotech at70ed. Until somebody tests something else and shows it to be superior, if you go with the AT70ED I would definitely recommend pairing it with an SV193. This time around, Ill be using it not only for astronomical observing, but also as a spotting scope for nature and wildlife study as well as doing some lunar photography with it. TV setup & connect with mounting. They both exhibited too much CA for my taste, especially after having looked. Altair 60 EDF Doublet Refractor Telescope V3. The Astro-Tech AT60ED might be just the compact high-quality grab-and-go or travel scope you have been searching for. • durable nylon soft carry case. 25" Diagonal; A perfect star hopping/sky sweeping toolEdited by Space_Race_T. The Astro-Tech 102ED is a handsome 102mm F/7 refractor. If you want a reducer/flattener then you probably need to stay with APS-C but a 1:1 flattener with. So as an astrophotographer from New Zealand, how am I supposed to get my hands on one of these scopes??This is the first completed image from my Astro-Tech AT70ED playtest. Page 8 of 32 - Astro Techitis - posted in Refractors : I have been waiting for an A-T scope for a while. No color even on Venus at high powers. -Astro-Tech AT70ED 2. Add To Cart. The camera side of the adjustable flattener presents M48 threads to accept a wide (M48. These small Astrotech. Have settled on a GnG for my Twilight1 mount, Astro-Tech AT70ED 2. It won't be perfect but will get me started. The scope is so small it doesnt block access to the slow-motion controls at all. Astro-Tech AT70ED Semi-APO Mint. Nothing major, just a case included to give you a little more security. - posted in Eyepieces: Hi all, I am fairly new to Telescopes, and viewing. While the classic ED80 F7. Upload a User Manual. August 27, 2023. Without sales tax, the SW 72ED ranges in price from $400 to $540 while the Astro-Tech AT72EDII FPL-53 is $489. For example, the fully-multicoated. $75. I've had a number of medium-capacity manual Alt-Az mounts that would certainly handle an AT80ED. Maybe not on the level of the top scopes, but of course half the price as well. Both are probably overkill for what I want to do. Wanted. Re: Canon 50D and Astro-Tech AT72ED. Really gives perspective to how much bigger each step up in aperture is. Yep, that F7 Astro Tech 80ED really fits the bill. Unistellar. Nice dual speed 2" focuser; 4. The glass is beautiful and the optics on this scope are fantastic. If you get a. I've owned at least one copy of each one mentioned by the OP. My first thought was a Stellarvue M1V coupled with a lightweight tripod. 25” eyepiece is about 4. I have an Astro-Tech AT70ED and its quality is exemplary. All these Astro-Tech ED refractors mentioned are great. 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. Astro-Tech Hard Case for the 125EDL $159. Each one of those things is worth the $69 or more. For. Redcat 51 vs Astro-tech AT60ED - posted in Refractors : Hi, Im new here and to this hobby. Planning to pair it with binoviewers for WL and lunar viewing. Astro-Tech AT70ED. Unfortunately the M1V is no longer in production and seems a little. Now I just need this winter storm to pass so I can try it out. Description. I have several choices as: And I dont. I am by no means an expert on testing telescopes so take this with a grain of salt. AT66ED_1. I ended up not using it for that and started using it on my Star Adventure 2i with an ASI178MC and ASI585MC with good results. Explore Scientific ED80 80mm f/6 Essential Triplet Apo Refractor Telescope. , 22 January 2023 - 06:50 PM. • Vixen dovetail plate with two tube rings and a carry handle. This telescope has best correction in Green; its nearly perfect at this wavelength. My grab-n-go rigs were an Astro-Tech AT70ED & Orion StarMax 90 on either a SkyWatcher AZ-GTi or Orion AstroView EQ3 for a while, but like you I wanted more aperture and higher quality optics. But the AT60 really isn't intended for planetary visual use. 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. It is the closest successor to my AT72ED. Edited by barbie, 25 November 2021 - 07:59 AM. This instrument is designed as an astrograph. 09/08/2023 04:56PM. See full list on shotkit. Perfect way to do it I have a set of wheels for my mounts too and I switch them out occasionally. Astro-Tech - AT72ED manual. Astro-Tech: HIGHEST USEFUL MAGNIFICATION: 143x: MANUFACTURER: Astro-Tech: OPTICAL TUBE OUTER DIAMETER: Not supplied by manufacturer: Type: Telescope: WARRANTY: 2 Year Warranty: OPTICAL TUBE WEIGHT: 5 lbs. Page 10 of 32 - Astro Techitis - posted in Refractors : As is the fk-61 glass!! Yes, the AT refractors are very sharp and have excellently figured and polished lenses!! My AT70ED coupled with a Barlowed 7-21mm Orion zoom eyepiece is a superb combination of convenience and performance!! My AT 152EDT is FK-61 Glass and it is awesome and is. If you want a reducer/flattener then you probably need to stay with APS-C but a 1:1 flattener with 48mm T threads. The AT80ED will gather 30% more light than then AT70ED, but with 1lb 6oz additional weight and $130 additional cost. For Sale. Feel free to make a contribution! Learn more. $2,428 $1,777. It’s really more intended for a visual scope, whereas the AT72ED is intended for photography. Then it was all apos. Astro-Tech 2" dielectric diagonal. There are three set-screws which secure this in a recessed track, plus a thumb-screw for locking it in position. It's heavier than the ST-80 but optically much better, it has a FPL-53 Doublet objective. jpg The AT-80LE is slightly longer and in use will be longer still. But apparently, based on. Seeing, focus and the mount will do more for better image quality than splitting hairs to justify spending double. Astro-Tech AT72EDII FPL-53 f/6 430mm FL $459 rings included. When fully collapsed, the scope looks ridiculously stumpy and cute. It takes a telescope dealer with practical hands-on telescope experience. - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Greetings. Astro-Tech AT70ED f/6 ED Refractor OTA. 5 570mm FL $1,600 No rings + $170 Tak Clamshell. Achieving perfect focus on my AT70ED is exceedingly easy with. Get it here: Copyright Stuffs-----Music from Uppbeat (free fo. Top. 93 · In stock. Not so much in the US. You will find no plastic anywhere so these may be good to pass down through the family. 8x field. As for the flattener, Astronomics sells a dedicated flattener for the AT72ED which would be the one I’d go for, or I believe. Investing in the best telescope for astrophotography will bring the wonders of the night sky closer, and open the doors to creative deep-heaven imaging. 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 I want to know is, is there a dedicated R/FF or FF in the works for the AT70ED? There seems to be a dedicated unit for practically every other scope in the Astro-Tech line. 2 mm closer in than the center. Henault-Brunet´ et al. The more common 42mm rings will be more likely to vignette. 8x Reducer/Field Flattener. They are: AT70ED This one sells for $299, and is a 70 mm scope. 25x Barlow (17x - 117x) Omega 2" DGM NPB. 2. As for the flattener, Astronomics sells a dedicated flattener for the AT72ED which would be the one I’d go for, or I believe. 09/07/2023 03:40AM. It is still lightweight, compact and portable but with much better performance, from star colors to planets and DSOs. Buy telescopes and telescope accessories at Astronomics. I will list all Astro Tech. Both brandings have an R&P focuser. The objective has just a few specks of dust which can probably be removed with a simple air-bulb. I found a local reseller selling a brand new Svbony Sv503 with the newer 70mm version in S-FPL 51. For the money, Astro Tech Telescopes are very impressive and are often over looked when the talk of excellent refractors is made. The Wizard and Mr. I really think the perfect Alt-Az mount for a small scope like an AT70ED is the SW AZ Pronto. Celestron 2” xcel 5mm ocular $50. It uses an FK61 ED element so doesn't have quite the outstanding correction that the EDL scopes do, but it's still an fun little scope. ). This is a cute little scope, it's light (under 15 pounds) - and it has superb optics. The ED glass will show little if any CA. 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. 800-422-7876. 95. The telescope weighs only about 2 kg and thanks to the retractable dew shield it is only 30 cm short. 8" f/ 6 ED Refractor. Feel free to make a contribution! Learn more. M R R R - S TR PR RO WA #fff". Click on a Telescope Below: 1) Levenhuk 80mm Ra ED Triplet OTA 3/20/16. • 2” and 1. SKY ROVER 70 MM F/5 Super Astrograph Kembar Empat Apochromatic. The price difference may be due to the fact that the astro-tech uses FCD-100 and FK-61 glass whereas the StarField uses FPL-53 glass. 25" Accessories DayStar 0. Astro. I have tried the AT70ED and AT80ED models and sold both after a few days. Short and Sweet. I still haven't been able to actually use it though. Page 2 of 5 - Astro Tech 80EDL or 80EDT? - posted in Refractors : I have an 80EDT and honestly I dont find it ideal for the planets. Takahashi FC-76DCU Fluorite f /7. 65 Stowaway - 92mm aperture, 612mm focal length, f/6. For comparison, the Astro-Tech AT70ED is $329. 8X Reducer for AT102ED (AT102EDRF) Accessory: 4: 21: Astro-Tech . Good reviews and very modest price. This evaluation was done with an Astro-Tech 0x Field Flattener that was purchased directly. Includes a 10:1 Crayford precision focuser, V series dovetail, a retractable dew shield, and hard carry case. Particularly because an advantage of the 180mm is the speed, but then it's performance can presumably be improved by stopping it down to. Email me if you want the full sized. For visual I would go for at least 80mm, but if you have $$ 100mm ED/ APO is what you really want for visual. 25" with it fully extended. Astro-Physics 92mm F/6. Pending edit 2; Mounts 613 ; Filters 2237 ; Accessories 1410 ; Software 386 ;The more common 42mm rings will be more likely to vignette. Page 2 of 4 - Astro Tech's new Scopes coming soon! - posted in Refractors : Well I just got on the list and ordered the AT90CFT. OTA has sliding dew shield with cap, a 2" 10:1 focuser with 1. There is also portability to take into account, unless the setup is more or less permanent. by Bigzmey » Sun Jun 20, 2021 1:21 am. EvoFF v2 - Field Flattener for SkyWatcher EvoGuide 50ED. 3 300/70mm telescope, which is actually quite an ok little scope when used at ~f/7. Astro-Physics 92mm F/6. Although its been listed out of stock for a. The dimensions of the scope make it tricky with one being 8 but the scope only being 24 long. AT70ED, ASI183MC, ZWO 30mm, ASI120MM Mini . 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. The total cost of that wouls be around north of $650-700 (converted from my country's currency) along with shipping and customs. Buy telescopes and telescope accessories at Astronomics. It should be a fun little grab-n-go rig. What I want to know is, is there a dedicated R/FF or FF in the works for the AT70ED? There seems to be a dedicated unit for practically every other scope in the. No nicks or marks on any part of the telescope. Not getting any younger. I’ve owned 4 Astro-Tech ED doublet refractors over the past couple of years, an AT80ED, an AT80EDL, and two AT125EDLs. Brands / Companies 929 Cameras 3319 Sensors 465 Telescopes & lenses 3755 Pending edit 1 Mounts 621 Filters 2238 Accessories 1413 386 50 Loading. We carry all brands and products, like Meade telescopes, Celestron telescopes, and more. We have a shipment of Astro-Tech due late July. Not getting any younger. 2 V. I still haven't been able to actually use it though. Astro-Tech . And to round it out we have some great 60mm Guidescopes from Astro-Tech for $139. I viewed the transit in an Astro Tech 70ED with relative ease. APM UFF 30mm (14x 5°TFOV) Baader MkIV 8-24mm w/2. Astro-Tech . 93 · In stock. It is still lightweight, compact and portable but with much better performance, from star colors to planets and DSOs. Length: 18" dewshield retracted, 21. • dual-speed 2. Updated 5/20/16. Brands / Companies 923 ; Cameras 3309 ; Sensors 465 ; Telescopes & lenses 3754 . Today at 4:25 AM; Thread. It’s well made, rugged, takes magnification well, is capable of a 6. (80 mm f/6 triplet apochromatic refractor OTA , hard case, $779 street) Not long ago, I lamented the lack of "middle-class" scopes - stuff that an enthusiast could. I just received my new AT80ED, and would like to purchase two of the new Astro-Tech 100 degree eyepieces for this scope. 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 mech. Ive been adding the Moon to. 95. It is a single 4-minute exposure at ISO 800 taken from the in-camera JPEG with minimal processing. The Astro-Tech scopes give me 95% of the Tak's performance for less $$$. F/5, 300mm. Astro Tech 70mm ED f/6 - posted in Refractors : Anyone looking to purchase this new scope from our Sponsor? Price is $299. Something like the Altair Astro Starwave 70ED. I always secretly wanted the AT92 which now is relegated to the history books if you want to buy a new one and this seems even better however time will. Also, as you are located in the UAE, you may not be able to purchase an Astro-Tech scope from Astronomics due to their terms and conditions. Loc: Green Springs Ohio. The handle will help making set up much easier as you have a solid part to grab onto and not just the tube. The AT60ED is the perfect size scope for traveling. Astro-Tech AT70ED - 70mm aperture, 420mm focal length, f/6 ED doublet refractor - $300; The Best. It has the wifi dongle so I used the synscan pro app instead of. . Add the deluxe features like the rotating dual speed microfine focuser,. 8 degree field of view with a 32 mm Plossl for light weight in a 1. You will not find a smaller telescope anywhere that can still provide a satisfying viewing experience. Visually, accommodation helps with direct vision but cannot correct the entire field at once. Astro-Tech in the U. arXiv:1810. They'll tell you a scope is using FK-61. 1) Levenhuk 80mm Ra Triplet OTA 3/20/16. DSCN2744. It’s a dense little handful, weighing 3. The 2 inch focuser is extremely smooth and every screw has the non-mar. Open the PDF directly: View PDF . My current grab-n-go rig is an Astro-Tech AT102EDL on a StellarVue M002CS. On the front end, the retractable dew shield has an OD of 121mm, in case anyone is considering putting a filter there. I already have the AT60ED and AT72EDII (both purchased in 2020) so I may be a little crazy but I. While you are learning the basics of astronomy and astrophotography, you can do some research on what mount and scope to buy, and. - Astro-Tech AT72EDII f/6 - Explorer Scientific 80mm f/6 ED I don't want to spend too much budget on astronomy yet, i will not buy so expensive high end gear so i will keep myself in the intermediate or entry level if necessary, that is including the refractor as well, that budget i think it is in entry level to intermediate level, above $3000. Last night was the first night I got to set it up. Astro-Tech AT70ED Doublet Apochromatic Refractor Recommended. Jaimo! and truckerfromaustin. 25” diagonal, red dot finder, 3-6 Nagler zoom, 7-21mm Svbony zoom, 32mm GSO Plössl, and a Lumicon UHC filter. 09/08/2023 01:57PM. Astro-Tech AT102ED, 102 mm, F/7, ED Achromatic Refractor Astro-Tech AT80ED, 80 mm, F/7,. Out of 3 dozen scopes I ever owned, not one was a ED or APO. Astro-Tech Hard Case for the AT60ED and AT72EDII $49. 65 Stowaway - 92mm aperture, 612mm focal length, f/6. It's a awesome & affordable little kit that's made up of good quality gear I pieced together from the classifieds. Finally found a 45 deg erect setup I like for my AT70ED . This AT70ed is similarly well built and very nice to hold and look at - just what I was imagining as the scope to pair up with my recently acquired C5. Cheers! Bob F. Best Telescopes to Buy. Crashed early last night due to watching the lunar eclipse in the morning. But I did manage to get a quick shot of it in my 70mm refractor before starting in on the Wizard Nebula last night. If you are able to, I would look at the AT72ED, or the AT60ED (the latter of which I use for my imaging). The WO Flat73a (which I use with my AT72EDII) claims a 43mm image circle, sufficient for full-frame, although that kind of information no longer seems to be on the WO site. Pending edit 2; Mounts 613 ; Filters 2237 ; Accessories 1410 ; Software 386 ;Re: AT70ED. 7, 8. Houston Astronomical Society (link) scopes: Astro-Tech AT60ED, AT70ED, AT72EDII Celestron 80ED, Omni XLT AZ 102, C90 Mak S-W Skymax 102 Mak eyepieces: ES82 4. Got the AT70ED yesterday. Astro-Tech AT70ED AstroBin's equipment database is entirely maintained by the community. by Bigzmey » Sun Jun 20, 2021 1:21 am. 800-422-7876. Astro-Tech AT70ED AstroBin's equipment database is entirely maintained by the community. I am having difficulties getting the correct backspacing to the flange of myCanon T3i and T4i DSLRs. Astro-Tech Hard Case for the 102EDL $129. I am going to maybe piggy back them and use the AT70 to try some wide field astrophotography. The 102ed is a doublet achromat, it will show noticeable color fringing. Astro-Tech AT80EDL, AT70ED, Stellarvue SV102ED, SV80ED, SV70ED, Meade LXD55 SC8 & AR6, ACHR102, Apertura 66EDR Atik 383L+, Atik 320e, Canon XSi (450D), iNova PLB-Mx2, Altair Astro GP-CAM2 130M 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. 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. My wife took the photo so I was lucky to have both me and the scope show up in the photo. Description. Weight: 6 lbs 3. 4, Nagler-Petzval apochromatic refractor - $4,000 Agreed. ), as well as my 52-year. 5 with FPL53 glass is inexpensive it often needs a new focuser to be truly wonderful, and so here's this 80mm. The price difference between the two not counting taxes or shipping is only about $10. Our expert Agents will install and mount your new TV for an optimal viewing experience. ES ED80 Triplet Refractor. The AT60ED has much better color correction than the AT80ED. 65 Stowaway - 92mm aperture, 612mm focal length, f/6. 5 570mm FL $1,600 No rings + $170 Tak Clamshell. Mounts: A Forum to discuss all types of mounts and mount accessories - including computerized, manual, GEM, fork mount, parallactic, alt-az, DSCs, PushTo and GoTo systems. An optional Celestron 1. 95 We have a shipment of Astro-Tech in customs right now. Very nice. Joined: 18 Jun 2014. Mike at Astronomics has them in stock and is selling them for $430. I'm not an imager but the AT60ED and the AT72EDII would probably be better for imaging as they both use FPL-53 glass while the AT70ED uses FK-61 glass. As the Skywatcher AZ5 mount I ordered a couple weeks ago hasn't been shipped or delivered yet. Astro-Tech AT70ED is an equipment item of class Telescope or lens on AstroBin equipment database. In these light travel tripods, That feature introduce the most of the instabillty. Page 1 of 2 - Travel ED Refractor - posted in Refractors : Ive been looking at getting a small (can fit on airline carry-on) ED refractor (especially the ones for Astro-Tech) and dont know which one to get. LZOS being dropped by resellers - posted in Refractors : I just learned Teleskop Express / Teleskop Service has stopped purchases of LZOS about a week ago and they were adamant they will not buy from them anymore going forward. 09/08/2023 01:35PM. Jim Astro-Tech AT70ED is an equipment item of class Telescope or lens on AstroBin equipment database. Unless the R/FF is specifically designed and matched for a given scope, you're getting "generic" correction. The OB 5000 head is rated for 16 lbs. I know you get what you pay for, but I also cant justify spending over $500 on a hobby I might not be able to figure out lol. The scope weighs in at a light 3. Posted 10 May 2021 - 10:54 AM 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. Page 112 of 127 - Who is waiting on a new Astro Tech to arrive? - posted in Refractors : So Ive had my 130EDT for a few days now and although I havent imaged through it yet, Ive been using it visually, in fact Im looking through it now, pointing it at some bring stars. 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. Astro-tech field flattener choice - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hello all, I wanted to buy a field flattener for my AT111EDT and my AT72 (doublet FPL53). Help With Unguided Tracking on EQ6R - posted in Mounts: Hi recently got an EQ6R as an upgrade from my LX200 classic fork mount. Overall the AT80ED will be a great bargain even with KF61 ED glass. Astro-Tech Hard Case for the 125EDL $159. Feel free to give us a call if you have a question about your scope if it isn’t an Astro-Tech product. 95 system. Really nice and bright, especially (“esp. Feel free to give us a call if you have a question about your scope if it isn’t an Astro-Tech product. 09/08/2023 04:56PM. 49 excluding VAT. I do not believe the focuser is rotatable. 1 F/7 ED REFRACTOR from our friends at Astronmic this will feel in the gap between my 120mm orion st f/5 and my 127 Orion mak as far as a grab and go scope. 25x Barlow (17x - 117x) Baader 2" Contrast Booster Omega 2" DGM NPB CVLife red & green MRF Apache 4800 hardcaseOne option you might consider is the relatively new and less expensive Astro-Tech AT70ED:. It seems like it’s similar, and yet quite a different design than their. . Overall Im pleased with. 25 pounds all together. 95. (AT70ED is the other) Although I won't be surprised when they are back in stock in late 2022 and have a price increase. This extra low-dispersion lens is brighter due to less light absorption, and the multi-layer coating technology minimizes light loss even more. ) and is 125mm long. Astro-Tech has just introduced a zero power field flattener for use with scopes in the f/6 to f/8 focal ratio range. Field Flattener for Astro Tech AT70ED - Refractors - Cloudy Nights Cloudy Nights → Equipment Discussions → Refractors CNers have asked about a donation box. Minor defect is a small paint chip. Specs from the web site. - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Ive been thinking about upgrading my telescope, currently Im using a $40 f/4. 95. Astro-Tech AT70ED f/6 ED Refractor OTA. Big girl. Comes with the Astro-tech Camera Angle adjuster. The TS-Optics 70 mm F6 ED is identical and priced at €318. Optically perfect, nothing wrong with it. IMG 20231002 194349175 uploaded in Neck Deep In The Hobby (2nd year): Astro-Tech AT125EDL and Astro-Tech AT70ED on OVL SkyTee-2. APM UFF 30mm (14x 5°TFOV) Baader MkIV 8-24mm w/2. . I'll pay shipping CONUS. Furthermore, it's designed for any refractor with a focal ratio between f/6 and f/8. If that doesn't bother you, then go for it. but not exactly the same, model numbers of several of the 70ish mm Astro-Tech telescopes. 84 kg) whereas the Astro-Tech 72ED clocks in at 4lbs 13.