AT70ED Field Flattner Backspacing Distance - posted in DSLR, Mirrorless & General-Purpose Digital Camera DSO Imaging: I own an AT70ED with the AT72EDII field flattner. I'm extremely happy with all aspects of my AT70ED!! For their prices, Astro-Tech refractors are seriously excellent instruments!! I'm looking forward to using mine for everything from low power wide angle viewing to lunar/planetary and brighter double star observing in this new year!! Edited by barbie, 07 January 2022 - 09:54 PM. I've owned at least one copy of each one mentioned by the OP. As for the flattener, Astronomics sells a dedicated flattener for the AT72ED which would be the one I’d go for, or I believe. 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. I have an AT80ED (FK61 glass) and AT60ED (with FPL 53 glass) and there is a noticeable difference. The 102ed is a doublet achromat, it will show noticeable color fringing. Meade 70 mm Series 6000 Astrograph Quadruplet APO Refractor 261000. by Bigzmey » Sun Jun 20, 2021 1:21 am. Then it was all apos. Astro-Tech in the U. . 8x Reducer/Field Flattener. Astro-Tech AT70ED f/6 ED Refractor OTA. Stellarvue. 5 with FPL53 glass is inexpensive it often needs a new focuser to be truly wonderful, and so here's this 80mm. Page 1 of 4 - Astro-Tech AT115EDT Review: The telescope that punches way above its price range - posted in Refractors : Hi all, Ive owned my Astro-Tech AT115EDT since December 2020, and Ive finally did a review of it to help spread the word of this amazing refractor. The price difference between the two not counting taxes or shipping is only about $10. Smart Telescopes are a new category of digital telescopes controlled from a smartphone or tablet and use integrated image sensors, software, and optics to deliver unique and compelling. Astro-Physics 92mm F/6. AstroBin is an image hosting platform and social network for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers. There are three set-screws which secure this in a recessed track, plus a thumb-screw for locking it in position. The handle will help making set up much easier as you have a solid part to grab onto and not just the tube. Page 45 of 49 - Astro-Tech AT125EDL Owners' Thread - posted in Refractors : Heres a few pics of the 125EDL next to my 102EDL: Thanks for the comparison pics. 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. 25” non-marring compression ring accessory holders. Jon. The dimensions of the scope make it tricky with one being 8 but the scope only being 24 long. For Sale. It's a awesome & affordable little kit that's made up of good quality gear I pieced together from the classifieds. Seems expensive. I'm a visual observer and their ED doublets, especially the EDL line that uses FCD-100 & lanthanum. Explore Scientific ED80 80mm f/6 Essential Triplet Apo Refractor Telescope. AT60EDP Then I googled for it to try to get more information and couldn’t find anything. Astro-Tech AT70ED f/6 ED Refractor OTA. • dual-speed 2" Rack and Pinion focuser. Page 83 of 127 - Who is waiting on a new Astro Tech to arrive? - posted in Refractors : I might be the exception but, no Im not waiting for a new Astro Tech. Explore Scientific ED80 80mm f/6 Essential Triplet Apo Refractor Telescope. Hi everyone, Please join me as I premiere the first impressions review of the Astro-Tech AT70ED. 8, 11, 14 Astro-Tech UWA 4, 7, 10, 16 ES68 20, 24 ES62 5. Henault-Brunet´ et al. I use them both for AP on my little AZGTI mount. 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. 5, 30 APM UFF 30. Page 118 of 127 - Who is waiting on a new Astro Tech to arrive? - posted in Refractors : My second, brand new AT72EDII will arrive on Tuesday. Telescopes Canada grew from our personal hobby to Canada's largest dealer for many manufacturers like Celestron, Sky-Watcher, ZWO, William Optics, iOptron, Optolong,. A few final thoughts on this test. This small refractor will serve equally well for wide field imaging or as a guide scope. From all the review it seem this is one fine. Pending edit 2; Mounts 613 ; Filters 2237 ; Accessories 1410 ; Software 386 ;The more common 42mm rings will be more likely to vignette. M51 and companion - at least as bright as my 10" dob. We carry all brands and products, like Meade telescopes, Celestron telescopes, and more. And as a heads up we will be increasing prices on Astro-Tech products on January 1st 2022. William Optics RedCat 51 (Upgraded Version) + William Optics 48mm T-mount for Sony E-mount 2. Feel free to make a contribution! Learn more. 5" Rack and Pinion 2” focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing. The Astro-Tech AT80ED has a retractable lens shade and comes in a locking aluminum-frame carrying case with room for accessories. - 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. Its poorly timed and placed for me because reasons. This finder shoe is designed to work on a variety of Astro-Tech telescopes. Finally found a 45 deg erect setup I like for my AT70ED . The optics on both are excellent for the price. Some come with eyepieces included and some not. Both brandings have an R&P focuser. I'll pay shipping CONUS. Welcome to Astro What?, a forum for those interested in astronomy and astrophotography. 95. ") at 15mm. 5" long with the dewshield retracted and 12. Brands / Companies 923 ; Cameras 3309 ; Sensors 465 ; Telescopes & lenses 3754 . SearchAn astrophotograph by Jeff Harth on AstroBinASTRO-TECH AT70ED 1st Impressions Review: AMAZING value! SV503 102ED telescope review-Skywatcher Simon Review of the Orion Astroview 90mm refractor telescope, my favorite beginner telescope!An astrophotograph by Jeff Harth on AstroBinAn astrophotograph by Ron on AstroBinAstroBin is an image hosting platform and social network for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers. It won't be perfect but will get me started. 70mm-90mm refractor options. 8" f/6 ED-SVBONY SV503 Telescope, 70ED F6-Orion ED80 80mm f/7. AT66ED_1. 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 (166) · USD 21. Attached Thumbnails. I am by no means an expert on testing telescopes so take this with a grain of salt. It is still lightweight, compact and portable but with much better performance, from star colors to planets and DSOs. 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. I figure learn what Im doing, then upgrade. Hi Laurel, I recently mounted an AT72EDII on an Oberwerk 5000 head and tripod and Rich is absolutely right in that it’s all about how the weight is distributed. This image of the Orion Nebula was shot with an unmodified Canon T5i through an Astro-Tech AT65EDQ 65mm refractor. For Sale. Overall Im pleased with. The AT60ED has much better color correction than the AT80ED. Takahashi FC-76DCU Fluorite f /7. I've been wanting an AT92 for a long time. As for the flattener, Astronomics sells a dedicated flattener for the AT72ED which would be the one I’d go for, or I believe. The telescope-side barrel is threaded for standard 2″ filters so you can attach a light pollution filter. The Apertura Adjustable Flattener is designed to flatten the photographic field when used with either the Apertura 60EDR or the Apertura 72EDR refractor telescopes and your DSLR camera. There is also portability to take into account, unless the setup is more or less permanent. It's 66 mm aperture and f/6 focal ratio produce a 400 mm focal length. I am also excited to see what the wide field views look like through it. Astro-Tech . My wife took the photo so I was lucky to have both me and the scope show up in the photo. No color even on Venus at high powers. Astro-Tech UWA 82° 4, 7, 10, 13, 16, 28 mm (The 28 is a 2 inch. Page 1 A T80ED Thank you for choosing this Astro-Tech AT80ED high- performance ED refractor. Jaimo!, 25585, badgerman17 and 1 other like this. The Astro-Tech handle is not only nice to look at, it is extremely useful as it performs double duty. Binoculars are fine, but telescopes are in my blood. Includes a 10:1 Crayford precision focuser, V series dovetail, a retractable dew shield, and hard carry case. On the front end, the retractable dew shield has an OD of 121mm, in case anyone is considering putting a filter there. Each one of those things is worth the $69 or more. 7, 8. So, just try to play with that on a tripod, and if you aim it at the right spot, with some decent settings, you should be able to get the Milky Way. 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. It is still lightweight, compact and portable but with much better performance, from star colors to planets and DSOs. Very nice. Feel free to make a contribution! Learn more. But there are also inexpensive refractors available (that include mounting rings, etc), like the Astro-Tech AT60ED, AT70ED, etc sold by astronomics, and I'm not sure how to expect them to compare. There are three set-screws which secure this in a recessed track, plus a thumb-screw for locking it in position. ). ES ED80 Triplet Refractor. Scopes like the TeleVue modified Petzval's correct for field curvature. The AT72EDII and the AT60ED have much better glass than the AT70ED, the 72 should be better at color correction. The SV503 scopes all have the "regular" ED glass FPL-51 objectives, very similar optically to the FK-61 glass of the basic Astro-Tech AT70ED, AT80ED and AT102ED scopes. Brands / Companies 929. Orion only tells you when they're using FPL-53, if theyre not using FPL-53 class glass, they just saw ED, extra low dispersion. 25" Accessories DayStar 0. 8X reducer/field flattener is designed for prime focus astrophotography with quality f/6 focal ratio apo refractors such as the Astro-Tech AT72ED and AT130 apo, it will also work well with Astro-Tech and other brand refractors in the f/5. (AT70ED and AT102ED). We have so many others but I feel that Astro Tech deserves to have one as well. So, these "regular" ED scopes like. I still haven't been able to actually use it though. by Bigzmey » Sun Jun 20, 2021 1:21 am. 25" prism diagonal is also included for convenience. The objective has just a few specks of dust which can probably be removed with a simple air-bulb. - posted in Eyepieces: Hi all, I am fairly new to Telescopes, and viewing. Good reviews and very modest price. Attached Thumbnails. Page 1 of 2 - Astro-Tech AT80ED f/7 vs AT72EDII f/6 (<$500) - posted in Refractors : I already have the AT111EDT f/7, but it isnt grab and go friendly with just the OTA weighing in at 14 lbs. Astro-Tech AT70ED f/6 ED Refractor OTA. 8" f/ 6 ED Refractor. Astro-Tech AT70ED f/6 ED Refractor OTA. AT70ED + ATR8 reducer/flattener back spacing. Can now see how these little guys can be a challenge in regards to balance. It’s really more intended for a visual scope, whereas the AT72ED is intended for photography. 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. Having heard many good things. The total cost of that wouls be around north of $650-700 (converted from my country's currency) along with shipping and customs. At Astronomics, we have that experience - a staff total of over 160 years of experience using and selling telescopes. EvoFF v2 - Field Flattener for SkyWatcher EvoGuide 50ED. It takes a telescope dealer with practical hands-on telescope experience. I'm extremely happy with all aspects of my AT70ED!! For their prices, Astro-Tech refractors are seriously excellent instruments!! I'm looking forward to using mine for everything from low power wide angle viewing to lunar/planetary and brighter double star observing in this new year!! Edited by barbie, 07 January 2022 - 09:54 PM. 1) Astro-Tech AT72ED 1/12/16 (8" 72 mm f/6 doublet apochromatic refractor, 2" rotating Crayford-style focuser, case, $399 shipped) My friend Old Dan talks about the trends he's noticed at star parties. Feel free to give us a call if you have a question about your scope if it isn’t an Astro-Tech product. 65 triplet apochromatic refractor - $3,750; Tele Vue NP 101is - 101mm aperture, 540mm focal length, f/5. Length: 18" dewshield retracted, 21. Astro-Physics 92mm F/6. It includes: Astro-Tech AT70ED 70mm f/6 FK-61 ED doublet. . For example, the fully-multicoated Astro. • Single ring with a foot that has a 1/4" 20 thread hole for easy attachment to a dovetail. Best Telescopes to Buy. eps; Thank you for choosing this Astro-Tech AT66ED high-quality compact apochromatic refractor. Edited by hfsarber, 26 July 2021 - 05:23 PM. 1) Astro-Tech AT72ED 1/12/16 (8" 72 mm f/6 doublet apochromatic refractor, 2" rotating Crayford-style focuser, case, $399 shipped) My friend Old Dan talks about the trends he's noticed at star parties. Not getting any younger. 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. Nothing major, just a case included to give you a little more security. JPG Quite a lovely pair on a very fine visual mount when well balanced and the clutches run nearly fully free and used PUSH-TO. 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 AT70ED - Thanks Ryan Used, has a small cosmetic mark on the side from oil I had on my hand one night. To calculate how much back focus spacing you need to add, take the thickness of the filter and divide it by 3. • 2” and 1. AT80ED $399. Astro-Tech - AT72ED manual. Mike at Astronomics has them in stock and is selling them for $430. It includes: Astro-Tech AT70ED 70mm f/6 FK-61 ED doublet. I bought it from Highpoint. Its difficult for me to consider another refractor that offers this. Please Log In to view the details for this classified ad. Astro-Tech AT70ED Semi-APO Mint. It'll be my Xmas gift to myself. Tech Details Reviews This Astro-Tech ED refractor has: • 72mm f/6 fully multicoated FPL-53 and Lanthanum doublet refractor optics • dual-speed Rack and. 93 · In stock. 25” non-marring compression ring accessory holders• Vixen dovetail. I also ordered a new Orion VersaGo II alt-az mount for it along with an Astro-Tech 7" universal dovetail plate. Hopefully someone here has. ”. edge HD. I too ordered an AT70ED today and Fedex indicates a delivery this Saturday!! The last time I had an Astro-Tech scope was back in the late 2000's when they were first introduced and they were superb even back then!! I will be using mine for trips to my dark sky observing location 35 minutes SW of my home. I havent got all the components to start doing guided tracking yet, so Im doing unguided for the time being. . 2) Astro-Tech AT66 OTA 5/20/16. Lightweight mount/tripod options for an AT70ED - posted in Mounts: I am thinking about getting an AT70ED and I have been researching mount/tripod options for an ultralight grab and go set up. Sticking with the Astro-Tech line, I'd recommend something like the AT70ED, AT72EDII, or AT80ED. Jim Astro-Tech AT70ED is an equipment item of class Telescope or lens on AstroBin equipment database. IMG_27112021_072340_(1024_x_700_pixel). Astro-Tech uses two ED (Extra-low Dispersion glass) elements in the optical design of the AT60EDP. Astro-Tech 70ED - posted in Refractors : Im thinking of getting the $299 AT70ED as my first foray into astrophotography. Astro-Tech AT70ED on a SkyWatcher AZ-GTi, with a APM UFF 30mm (14x - 5mm EP - 5°FOV), 2" dielectric diagonal and MRF. I presume it is related to the fact that LZOS is wholly owned by the Russian state (through Rostec). Cheers! Bob F. Pending edit 1; Mounts 621 ; Filters 2238 ; Accessories 1413 ; Software 386 ; Contributors 50 ;Equipment explorer: Astro-Tech AT70ED AstroBin's equipment database is entirely maintained by the community. Gotta love the Porter. 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. Even with the modest price hike the AT80ED was/is a wonderful scope - I really enjoyed viewing through mine and it times do. Here my only Astro-Tech refractor an AT80ED pictured below. I still haven't been able to actually use it though. Jaimo! and truckerfromaustin. Perfect way to do it I have a set of wheels for my mounts too and I switch them out occasionally. For visual I would go for at least 80mm, but if you have $$ 100mm ED/ APO is what you really want for visual. 95 system. I have been doing some research on small refractors and have come down to these 2 options: 1. 3° TFOV, and collapses down to a compact size. 09/08/2023 01:57PM. The AT80ED is bringing ED optics to you at a fantastic price. I am thinking of the AT70ED as my first option, but I am new to refractors and in need of advice. Both the AT70ED and AT80ED will have a wider maximum field of view than the ST80 if you use 2” eyepieces. Add To Cart. 45 second subs on Orion Nebula, 3 minute subs on the rest. Received my tracking # Monday for a Th delivery of my AT70ED (which is going to be the centerpiece in my Short Hop padded backpack kit). Hello all, in this video, and with some clear skies, I am finally reviewing the Astro-Tech AT70ED. IC405 - The Flaming Star nebula taken with the AT60ED. F/5, 300mm. 18 kg). I have talked to the people at astronmics. Our first star test on the prototype was simply textbook. 65 triplet apochromatic refractor - $3,750 The SvBony is not bad, but the AT is better. We have a shipment of Astro-Tech due late July. The Astro-Tech field flattener costs $150. First light for my Astro Tech 130 EDT tonight. 25" dewshield extended. 5 mon. Page 17 of 32 - Astro Techitis - posted in Refractors : I had my AT70ED out Sunday afternoon for some white light solar observing and saw granulation, faculae, and the sunspots using this scope with a Thousand Oaks full aperture solar filter and Orion E Series zoom eyepiece at the 7mm, 10mm, and 12mm settings. Easily confused, but not the same. This is an entry level doublet refractor using FK-61 glass. The 125EDL is sized between my Tak FC-100DL and TEC 140ED. And to round it out we have some great 60mm Guidescopes from Astro-Tech for $139. Scope will ship in the original, foam-fitted, box. 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. APM UFF 30mm (14x 5°TFOV) Baader MkIV 8-24mm w/2. It blew right off. I want something optically much cleaner than my Orion ST80 that will easily work on my Porta II mount. 25” non-marring compression ring accessory holders• Vixen dovetail plate. ASTRO-TECH AT70ED 1st Impressions Review: AMAZING value! Nocturne Astro 2. 5x focal reducer · MeLE Quieter2 Mini PC Software Cor Berrevoets et al. I only do visual observation--no imaging at all--and I can definitely see the difference between a regular FPL-51/FK-61 and a higher-end SD FPL-53/FCD-100 glass objective. Astro-Tech AT70ED Doublet Apochromatic Refractor Recommended. The Astro-Tech 72mm is an excellent choice for wide-field astrophotography and observational astronomy but proves its versatility by also making a premium spotting. Unistellar. Astro-Tech AT60ED, AT70ED, AT72EDII Celestron 80ED, Omni XLT AZ 102, C90 Mak S-W Skymax 102 Mak eyepieces: ES82 4. I would like something suitable for visual and. --AT102EDL picture -- Congratulations on your AT 102EDL. It handles my imaging train with no apparent problem. Astro-Tech AT70ED on a SkyWatcher AZ-GTi, with a APM UFF 30mm (14x - 5mm EP - 5°FOV), 2" dielectric diagonal and MRF. 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. I really think the perfect Alt-Az mount for a small scope like an AT70ED is the SW AZ Pronto. The AT60ED has a supplied ring/clamshell with the ability to attach to any mount, or dovetail, with a 1/4″ 20 thread adapter or the ability to use a 1/4″ 20 thread screw. I already have the AT60ED and AT72EDII (both purchased in 2020) so I may be a little crazy but I. Hopefully tonight will be first light. These days, everyone's into imaging. Takahashi FC-76DCU Fluorite f /7. For. Astro-Tech AT70ED AstroBin's equipment database is entirely maintained by the community. The Starblast has a focal length of ~450mm vs 360mm for the AT60, so the Orion is capable of marginally higher magnification for lunar/planetary viewing. 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 may be a while until you see a review of the 70ED. It wasn't really the right time for deep sky imaging because full moon was right in the middle of the holiday, but the mount seemed quite happy carrying that and my 450D. notFritzArgelander In MemoryRefractors. I am having difficulties getting the correct backspacing to the flange of myCanon T3i and T4i DSLRs. The outreach was planned by a fellow ERAS club member. 8x field. Thats like a USPS miracle. An astrophotograph by Jeff Harth on AstroBinUser Manual: Astro-Tech AT66ED. Registax · Emil Kraaikamp AutoStakkert! · GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP) · Torsten Edelmann FireCaptureAstro Tech 72ED 18 month Review - posted in Refractors : I havent seen many in depth reviews on these little scopes and thought I would write my own experiences. The Astro-Tech scopes give me 95% of the Tak's performance for less $$$. . Astrophysics QUADTCC Reducer for 130 GTX late production and RAPAS. Overall I am pleased with the scope - it seems fairly sharp most of the time, and has zero (or nearly zero) chromatic aberration - to the point I would call it an AAPO (Almost APO). As a short refractor, it's meant for wide-field views and astrophotography. 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. It functions as a handle (This is fairly obvious from the name. If you want a reducer/flattener then you probably need to stay with APS-C but a 1:1 flattener with 48mm T threads. Get it here: Copyright Stuffs-----Music from Uppbeat (free fo. Each one of those things is worth the $69 or more. Field Flattener for Astro Tech AT70ED - Refractors - Cloudy Nights Cloudy Nights → Equipment Discussions → Refractors CNers have asked about a donation box. Short and Sweet. so here is my new Astro-Tech 115EDT. Astro-Tech AT70ED 2. I have located and ordered The appropriate Z axis Balancing kit - extension rod hardware and pancake counter weight. Seeing, focus and the mount will do more for better image quality than splitting hairs to justify spending double. 25 pounds according to Astronomics. Page Count: 2. On the front end, the retractable dew shield has an OD of 121mm, in case anyone is considering putting a filter there. Page 12 of 16 - Astro Tech AT102EDL Owners Forum - posted in Refractors : Just out of curiosity, how many of my fellow EDL owners are using their scope for AP vs Visual??. 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. Explore Scientific ED102mm f/7 Classic White "Essential Series" Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescopes. 3 images, 0 comments Last upload: 29 Oct 2021 - 06:15 binoculars. Scopes like the TeleVue modified Petzval's correct for field curvature. Astro-Tech Hard Case for the 102EDL $129. An optional Celestron 1. 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:. 72X Reducer for AT152EDT (AT152FF) Accessory: 1: 1: Astro-Tech . I have an Astro-Tech AT70ED and its quality is exemplary. 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 do not believe the focuser is rotatable. Sale. Out of 3 dozen scopes I ever owned, not one was a ED or APO. TV setup & connect with mounting. It puts up nice sharp images, of course, but theres not much detail and the picture gets really dim if you pump up the magnification to try to see more detail. . Both the AT70ED and AT80ED will have a wider maximum field of view than the ST80 if you use 2” eyepieces. • 2" and 1. I for one like the built quality of my AT-125 EDL (and the optics!) that on a whim I ordered the AT70ED just so because it is a) cute b) tiny c) light and d)attractively priced. October 2, 2023. JPG Little brother. I am thinking of the AT70ED as my first option, but I am new to refractors and in need of advice. 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. 8" f/6 ED Refractor OTA for only $299. Altair 60 EDF Doublet Refractor Telescope V3. Astro-Tech AT70ED FK-61 f/6 420mm FL $329 rings included. Astro-Tech AT70ED Semi-APO Mint. OTA has sliding dew shield with cap, a 2" 10:1 focuser with 1. Orion 2” 38mm superwide eyepiece. 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). This is a cute little scope, it's light (under 15 pounds) - and it has superb optics. Astro-Tech AT102EDL on Celestron CG5-GT. . It's heavier than the ST-80 but optically much better, it has a FPL-53 Doublet objective. Particularly because an advantage of the 180mm is the speed, but then it's performance can presumably be improved by stopping it down to. AT70ED $299. First up is the AT70ED now comes standard in a nylon carry case and is priced at $329. The AT80ED will gather 30% more light than then AT70ED, but with 1lb 6oz additional weight and $130 additional cost. Click on a Telescope Below: 1) Levenhuk 80mm Ra ED Triplet OTA 3/20/16. I have one on order and don't mind if the price goes up. Astro-Tech AT70ED - 70mm aperture, 420mm focal length, f/6 ED doublet refractor - $300; The Best. Sold Out. . 49 excluding VAT. $2,428 $1,777. Looking for Equipment for a new class I'm teaching - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hello! A little background - I am a high school science teacher in rural Kentucky, USA, and it looks like we are finally going to offer a combination Astronomy/Meteorology elective (since administration wasnt convinced a high school. (1) the telescope rested in the v-blocks on the bench for more then 24 hours so that the lens was in thermal equilibrium with the test area. Re: Canon 50D and Astro-Tech AT72ED. The Moon photo was taken of the blue supermoon last month. This should be an airline travel setup as well with OTA in hand luggage and tripod in checkin luggage. Crazily enough, the Nexus encoders for the mount arrived yesterday, a day early. On this particular occasion there was a shadow transit. 8" f/6 ED. 2 mm closer in than the center. I bought this a couple years ago to use as a guide scope for my 11in. You got the $$ differences. At 80mm aperture, this is a fantastic option for those wanting to spend their nights imagin. If you like manual focus that means you save that. 09/29/2023 02:28AM. My current AT70ED is superb and has an exceedingly smooth r&p focuser and excellent optics and build quality!!. While this Astro-Tech #ATR8 0. We’ll connect it to your Wi-Fi and home theatre system,. By the way, the build quality of the Astro-Tech telescopes is way above their price point. This Astro-Tech ED refractor has:• 102mm f/7 fully multicoated FCD-100ED and Lanthanum doublet refractor optics• dual-speed 2. 25" adapter and the supplied single split ring mounting shoe. Page Count: 2. 25" with it fully extended. . 93 · In stock. Astro-Tech AT70ED Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI178MC Mounts ZWO AM5 Filters DayStar Quark (Chromosphere model) · SVBony UV/IR Cut 1. 5" 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. Page 16 of 32 - Astro Techitis - posted in Refractors : After getting the 125EDL, I had to get the 70ED for the reasons you stated. If you can't wait, or want to know more about it, its the same thing as the TS 80mm F7 doublet. I also had a 72mm Astro-tech when they were first introduced years ago and its quality was exemplary as well. These include the Explore Scientific Twilight I, the Vixen Porta II, and the Sky-Watcher AZ5. In general, Astro-Tech is more upfront. 800-422-7876. I have several choices as: And I dont. Grab and go is why I got mine. I used a TS Photoline 72ED on a Star Adventurer last year when we were on holiday. Open the PDF directly: View PDF . A 2” wide field eyepiece such as the 40mm Explore Scientific 68° will deliver an immense 7. It is the closest successor to my AT72ED. eQuinox 2 Smart Telescope with Backpack. by Bigzmey » Sun Jun 20, 2021 1:21 am. (AT70ED is the other) Although I won't be surprised when they are back in stock in late 2022 and have a price increase. 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. AstroBin is an image hosting platform and social network for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers. Achieving perfect focus on my AT70ED is exceedingly easy with. AT70ED (image from Astronomics) . 8x Reducer Field Flattener For the 72EDII Optical Tubes. But then I bought a used AT70ED on a whim to build a cheap wide field grab-n-go kit around and it opened my eyes to the wonderful world of refractors and to the Astro-Tech line. I for one like the built quality of my AT-125 EDL (and the optics!) that on a whim I ordered the AT70ED just so because it is a) cute b) tiny c) light and d)attractively priced. It has a 70mm aperture, 420mm focal length, and f/6 ED doublet refractor with cost of $300. 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.