ago. Comes with the Astro-tech Camera Angle adjuster. It might be possible to unscrew the helical focusser and add the diagonal between it and the objective and then with another. Vostok 1. 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). 5″ long with the dewshield retracted and 12. Now some tubes will need a little extra felt, like the Astro-Tech 60ED. 800-422-7876. 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. 8 reducer. Hello! I have an Astro-Tech 60ED 1x flattener for sale. 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. 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. Sun 9-26-2021 White Light - posted in Sketching: Not very active today. The rings are attached to a riser block that uses a standard Vixen style. 00. This finder shoe is designed to work on a variety of Astro-Tech telescopes. This instrument is designed as. The Astro-Tech AT60ED might be just the compact high-quality grab-and-go or travel scope you have been searching for. Astro Tech 60ED is for wide field EAA using my Lodestar X2 mono camera. Was reading on here where people said you do not want to attach your guide scope to the finder shoe, and just curious as to why not and what to. 8x Reducer/Field Flattener for ED60 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. Astro Tech AT60ED Bahtinov Focus Mask -RED-AT60ED. 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. Both have FPL-53 glass. 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. 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. ASTRO-TECH AT60EDP 60MM F/5 DUAL ED PETZVAL OTA - posted in Refractors : I saw this for sale on the Astronomics website today. It is compact, well made with a rotating two speed Crayford focuser, a sliding dewshield and nice overall finish. When testing in white light, the same results with no false color that I could see in the out of focus star image. William Optics z61 with field flattener. 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. Love the set and the turret is easy to use. While this Astro-Tech #ATR8 0. Still seems like too big a cost differential, though. Ryzen 5 systems (would get at least the 5500U) starting around $275. The evening before I received it, I got an email from a CloudyNights member saying he was thinking about buying one and asking how soon I planned to post a review! I responded that it would. Astro tech 60ed . 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. Initial testing with the ASI camera. Redcat 51 vs Astro-tech AT60ED - posted in Refractors : Hi, Im new here and to this hobby. Back focus is 55mm from the shoulder of the reducer to the image plane, the standard. 5kg (including ring and rear camera-rotator). It's all a compromise between lightweight portability and light gathering ability. Anyway, I couldn't source a flattener for it but TS offer the Flat60 which is designed for their F5. Mainly because my first telescope is a skywatcher 150/750 pds newtonian which I find rather big and bulky for a first telescope for astrophotography. 8x Reducer. Mount Type: Two 1/4-20 threaded holes on foot with spacing between holes: 30mm. The TV-85 is a great scope for astronomy with it's increased light gathering but too big and heavy to carry. 1-800-422-7876 [email protected]" long with the dewshield retracted and 12. 00. 5mm, 21mm, 11mm spacers > ASI294. I will be traveling out to Arizona. Plus I’m trying to save up for a HEQ-5 Pro. They look the same. The 6mm in the Astrotech is a tad wider but, not by much. 5 version for a while). 6- Altair Starwave Ascent 102ED F/1122 - The planet killer outstanding high magnification performance. This is just another version of the same scope sold by Astrotech, Apertura, Altair and a few others around the world. 25" diagonal has state-of-the-art 46-layer dielectric mirror coatings for a full 99% reflectivity. The Altair ascent 102ED F/7 doublet is the same scope as the Astrotech 102ED. 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 . We carry all brands and products, like Meade telescopes, Celestron telescopes, and more. Whether you want to use the 60 EDR for visual observations or astrophotography, this 60mm refractor will provide spectacular images of objects in our solar system, bright. The camera side of the reducer has 48mm T-threads to connect to a T-ring and camera body. Page 1 of 3 - Need advise on whether to keep Achro or get an APO. Any comments or suggestions are appreciated. $139. com. Most Read Articles • Contact UsContact Us • Moon PhasePartial Solar Eclipse - June 2020 Equipment Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses Astronomics ASTRO-TECH AT60ED 60MM F/6 FPL-53 ED DOUBLET Imaging CamerasI enjoyed Glens ed60 unboxing and am tempted to buy a small refractor like that. Needs a good home. When I had my Takahashi FC76dcu, it too tested the same. Ryzen 5 systems (would get at least the 5500U) starting around $275. Astro tech 66ed refractor mounting advice needed - posted in Refractors : HI All: After a long hiatus I am back into astronomy. Astromart Customer Service. I have a explore scientific exos nano mount , a raspberry pi 4, and some motors. 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…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. Possible a bit over emphasized. 9. 8x reducer/field flattener for f/6 refractors is now available from stock. Place your astronomy ads, read the latest news articles and check out the current reviews of newest telescopes and equipment. Feel free to give us a call if you have a question about your scope if it isn’t an Astro-Tech product. Meiresonne likes this. These mount holes are 20mm apart, is this a standard size, or do I. 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. 4KidsOneCamera • 3 yr. •. The Apertura 60EDR APO refractor can be used as a travel telescope, a guide scope, a super finder, or a spotting scope. 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 of slightly over 2 hrs. I had a great impression of this scope but I have to say in person the scope is even more impressive than I had anticipated -- it is really. Focal Length: 560 mm. Refractors. Not as nice as the FeatherTouch. 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. Most Read Articles • Contact UsContact Us • Moon PhaseAstro-Tech 60ED Unboxed Equipment Discussions. . 25” non-marring compression ring accessory holders• Vixen dovetail plate. This is a great little portable package. I think the color correction will be very similar, but the difference is the native speed. Needs a good home. It can't be used visually. Possible a bit over emphasized. ? Basically, as my first proper scope, is it worth to spend that $100? I also. thank you in advance and sorry for any run-on sentences !Reviews. Astro-Tech AT102ED for mostly visual grab-and-go use, or wide field visual at dark sky sites. 3. 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,. Any here have/used this scope ? wanna get some opionions on it before securing it Related Topics Astrophotography Photography Art Hobbies comments sorted by Best Top New Controversial Q&A Add a Comment birdfinder_net •. Free Contiguous US Shipping. Ready to go on Celestron AVX mount with ZWO ASIAir Pro and ASI294 color camera. each. We carry all brands and products, like Meade telescopes, Celestron telescopes, and more. I own a TV-60 and AT-60ED and they are great scopes. Plus when using with mono camera the inference is pretty bad . 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. The budget is around 1000 euros. ASTRO-TECH AT60EDP 60MM F/5 DUAL ED PETZVAL OTA - posted in Refractors : I saw this for sale on the Astronomics website today. If you have a bulky wobbly mount your backpacking and viewing experience will be awfully frustrating. An astrophotograph by Gideon Golan on AstroBinAstro-Tech 60ED Unboxed Equipment Discussions. Stars are generally small with an even focused field across the QHY8. 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. 8X Reducer/Flattener + Williams Optics Guidescope package. The camera side of the reducer has 48mm T-threads to connect to a T-ring and camera body. Astro-Tech AT60ED Field Flattner - posted in Equipment (No astrophotography): Hello, 5 months ago I purchased an Astro-Tech AT60ED telescope. Ok, so today I received my brand new Sky Rover 60ED purchased directly from the Aliexpress store. Brand. Last updated on Jul 13, 2023 15:59:36 PDT View all revisions View all revisions. This finder shoe is designed to work on a variety of Astro-Tech telescopes. The Astro-Tech AT60EDP Astrograph from Astronomics is a unique apochromatic ED Petzval refractor astrograph that has a four lens fully multicoated. Looks like a sky rover 60ed rebranded, make sure it uses fpl53 glass and you should be good. 8x focal reducer/flattener from Astronomics. I got an AstroTech 60ED and the . Sharpstar 0. 25” non-marring compression ring accessory holders• Vixen dovetail plate. Buyer take care of. 5 to f/7 range that use a 2" focuser. Astro-Tech. 8x Reducer and Flattener for Full Frame Cameras for Sharpstar 76EDPH Telescope. Telescopes, Astronomy, Binoculars. Mpaige10 likes this Back to top #36 Mpaige10 Mpaige10. This Astro-Tech AT80ED refractor has: • split tube rings with detachable Vixen-style dovetail for installation on virtually any mount. 说起英田光学，估计新入门的玩家可能都不熟悉。 确实是，英田上市销售的天文镜只出过3款：60ed，80ed一代，80ed二代。ASTRO-TECH . Fun to view with. 00 £806. F. 001at60ed. com is the leading portal for astronomy news, classified ads and telescope reviews. Here is my history. 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. The Astro-Tech AT125EDL is an extension of the beloved 60ED and 72EDII. Although its been listed out of stock for a. 5″ long with the dewshield retracted and 12. For example, the fully-multicoated. The Astro-Tech 60ED 1x flattener easily threads on to the focuser of your AT60ED after your remove the standard compression ring eyepiece holder. The Astro-Tech AT60GS guidescope is a 60mm aperture 240mm focal length (f/4) achromatic refractor with a helical focuser. Comments. A few on the back. . Astro-Tech AT60ED 60mm f/6 FPL-53 ED Doublet $369. A self-storing retractable dew shield slows the. Guidescope Suitability Calculator. Which will help you save money to get a more serious tracking mount like a SkyWatcher GTI. I'm still kinda new to taking photos but the moon is my target to practice on until i get better then move onto more deep sky stuff. Product Description. 8X focal reducer/field flattener (like new condition) 3D printed Bahtinov focusing mask (like new condition) Rings and 3D printed risers with riser bolts 32mm Astrotech. • combined dovetail/tripod bracket for use on a photo tripod or a German. The AT60ED now comes standard with the Camera Angle Adjuster and the finder shoe. Most Read Articles • Contact UsContact Us • Moon PhaseAstroBin is an image hosting platform and social network for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers. The Astro-Tech ATRF60 0. $239. Most Read Articles • Contact UsContact Us • Moon PhaseThoughts on the Astro-Tech 80EDT? - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hi, Im looking to actually purchase my first personal astrophotography telescope (I have been borrowing one all this time). It looks better from the outside, but when youre observing or doing astrophotography in the dark, you. With regards to filter choices, lots of great advice here. 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. Like I have an astrotech 60ed which has a focal length of 360mm at f/6 and it works really really well. USD $19. 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. Page 1 of 2 - Astro-Tech AT60ED - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hi folks, curious on peoples take on this scope. This Astro-Tech ED refractor has: • 80mm f/7 fully multicoated FCD-100ED and Lanthanum doublet refractor optics • dual-speed 2. MPN. I’ve been lucky enough to spend a few months basking in the spectacular far southern sky of New Zealand. 86mm diagonal array (16. 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. The field is very large and with a focal reducer such as the WO 0. thank you in advance and sorry for any run-on sentences ! While this Astro-Tech ATRF72 0. Astromelb. Takahashi FOA 60Q *Like New* 11/10/2023 05:03PM. But at this price range, it could not be better. Astro-Tech 60ED vs. 8X REDUCER FIELD FLATTENER FOR THE 60ED OPTICAL TUBES. This is strictly for visual and Im trying to decide between the 2 of them. Guided with the AT60 & ASI224 which looked good graphically but v…My setup us an astrotech 60ED with 2x Barlow to a T ring then a canon rebel t6i DSLR at 1/250. By contrast, the Altair comes with a mounting Vixen-style bar for the mount and a top Vixen-style dovetail for things like guidescopes. That one showed the same thing and I think it was the same type of glass. Refractors. 00 £958. Quick view. Officially, the added goodies are there to give you tighter stars for superior guiding capabilities. We carry all brands and products, like Meade telescopes, Celestron telescopes, and more. 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. I wanted to use it with my ASI533MC and modded APS/C DSLR for wide field 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. Too many 60-62mm options! - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Im going to be in the market for a 60-62mm refractor in a few weeks - to mount on my Star Adventurer. Add to Cart. #1 johnjohn Sputnik topic starter Posts: 29 Joined: 15 Oct 2017 Posted 30 December 2017 - 09:41 AM Hello! Please, does anyone know how does compare. Or the i5 1235U (i5 1240 is similar but with two more cores) systems which start around $350. All you. A super portable refractor telescope with FCD100 ED glass, suitable for astrophotography or visual use, day or night-time. Captured the Bubble nebula with AT60ED & ASI 533 MC in Ha. I can not decide between Antlias Golden Filter and IDAZ NBX dual-band filters. ASTRO-TECH 60MM PHOTOGUIDE REFRACTOR "The new Astro-Tech AT60GS 60mm guidescope with upgraded helical focuser makes highly accurate autoguiding of deep space astrophotos affordable for any astrophotographer. AT60EDP Then I googled for it to try to get more information and couldn’t find anything. For Sale. $139. AstroBin is an image hosting platform and social network for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers. Although designed primarily for use with the new Astro-Tech AT60EDT triplet apo refractor, and priced at only $119. 00. Astro-Tech 60ED Review So very dinky. Most Read Articles • Contact UsContact Us • Moon PhaseStarwave ASCENT 60ED Refractor MG32 Guider, GPCAM and 0. An astrophotograph by Gideon Golan on AstroBin60ed. 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. It was a cold one and a bit hazy along with some high clouds at times but still managed to catch 3 “strea…Page 1 of 2 - Yet another rebranded Sharpstar 60ED available now - posted in Refractors : I got an email from High Point today talking about a new Apertura 60mm f/6 FPL-53 doublet that looks exactly like the Sharpstar 60mm which is currently being sold with branding from Astro-Tech, Teleskop-Service, Altair Astro, and William. Omegon 66mm . Get answers to your questions in our photography forums. We carry all brands and products, like Meade telescopes, Celestron telescopes, and more. Joined: 11 Oct 2007. 12-15mm back focus to use a 0. 4 hours 15 minutes (Ha 3nm Chroma) 6 hours 55 minutes (Sii 3nm Chroma) 6 hours 55 minutes (Oiii 3nm Chroma) 2 hours 30 minutes (Nii 3nm Chroma) 7 hours 20 minutes (Ha 36mm unmounted ZWO)This was done with an AstroTech 60ED, the new scope on the second dec clamp, my SX694C, and one of those insanely expensive Radian narrowband filters for osc cameras. $0. Starwave 60ED Specifications include: – Full multicoatings on all optical surfaces. checked today on Amazon to see if they were offering any SV 503s for Prime day and still the only one available is the 60ED with no special prime deal. Askar FRA300 f/5 Quintuplet. 76X imaging time of the ZS81. 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. As per their current webpage on this Astrotech AT80ED uses FK-61 ED glass but they do not mention the second glass. Looking for a focal reducer/field flattener. Sky Rover 60 ED APO with field flattener. This Astro-Tech AT80ED refractor has: • split tube rings with detachable Vixen-style dovetail for installation on virtually any mount. The set up new is over $1,150 plus shipping. 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…The Astro-Tech 60ED is high on the list when it becomes available. While this Astro-Tech ATRF72 0. 25 pounds all together. California nebula Astro-Tech 60ED test Equipment Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses Astro-Tech astrotech 60mm Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI1600MM COOL Mounts iOptron iEQ45 Pro Filters Astronomik Blue 31mm · Astronomik Green 31mm · Astronomik Red 31mm · Astronomik Lum 31mm · Astronomik H-Alpha 6nmZWO ASI2600MC Pro / AstroTech 60ED Optolong L-eXtreme 2" iOptron GEM45 ZWO ASIAIR PRO Stack/Edit AstroPixelProcessor / Pixinsight / Photoshop Bortle 2-3 Location Har Ha'Negev, Israel Timelapse from that night: 6 Hours MilkyWay TImelapse. An astrophotograph by Gideon Golan on AstroBinA number of people are using 60-80mm ED's as guide scopes, which is arguably even more overkill-y than using one as a finder scope. Posts: 7,405. price is 300 dollars shipped in CONTUS. All 4 scopes mentioned are the same. 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. Please Log In to view the details for this classified ad. For Sale. (TS Photoline 60mm/60ED) which would produce a short and fast 260mm f/4. I have the Altair 110mm ED doublet with FPL-51 nice scope build quality is excellent with a butter smooth focuser but to heavy witch is why I was looking at the ascent 102ED F/7. The Astro-Tech AT60EDP astrograph provides an exceptionally flat field for very wide images that are sharp edge-to-edge, with no need for a separate field flattener. This scope is for the person wanting a little more than what the 60ED and 72EDII can bring to the table. 25" with it fully extended. Does Not Apply. 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. Opinions on the AstroTech 60ED please. The dual speed 10:1 2″ rack and pinion compression ring focuser. I've owned a lot of telescopes, and am presently satisfied with the 11 I have: Astro-Physics 155mm f/9 EDT refractor. 9)^2, or 0. 00. This will be for visual use; no photography planned at this time. Astro-Tech Product #: AT60GS . Borg 60ED (#6260) 2" Eyepiece holder M (#7505) M57 to M57 ADII (#7458) M57 Helical Focuser S (#7757) Focal Reducer 0. Very smooth to rotate. We've helped hundreds of thousands of people pick the right telescopes or accessories since 1979. A quick snatch last evening of NGC 4565, the Needle Galaxy. Buy telescopes and telescope accessories at Astronomics. Page 2 of 3 - Goofi's Imaging Challenge, April 2023 - Markarian's Chain in Virgo - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Heres mine, taken last night. 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. I’ve looked at several and reviewed images taken by them and at least to my eye it’s hard to discern significant difference…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. 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…After over 3 weeks of overcast skies and haze from the terrible wildfires in the west & BC, finally a clear nite. 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. Here is an image I did about two years ago with my SV50 and the Astro-Tech field flattener under poor, red-zone, light-polluted skies. 29 best telescopes for astrophotography 2023. 英田60ed. You will not find a smaller telescope anywhere that can still provide a satisfying viewing experience. I have a SharpStar 60ED F5. observing and planetary about equally well. For Sale. The 60ED and 72EDII also use FLP-53 glass, whereas the new 7OED, like the 80ED, does not. 8x reducer/flattener, which are in stock now? I was dead set on the AT60ED for the incredible value but am getting antsy waiting. This is one of the many variants of the TS, Altair, AstroTech compact refractors available on the market, although a tad faster at F5. Posts: 4,695; Joined: 19 Aug 2007; Loc: The Netherlands; Posted 19 August 2022 - 11:16 AM. You need to space an extra 9. Astro-tech 60ED FPL53 glass wide FOV imaging setup. 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. 5 and F6 versions. Optics Type: ED FPL-53 Refractor. The Starwave 60ED becomes a fast astrograph at F4. Focal Ratio: F7 (F5. Apertura 60mm APO Refractor Specifications. 8x reducer / flattener for the 60ED. Things get a bit dim at high power, and resolution of course. 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. William Optics RedCat 51. For the Astro-Tech Field Flattener the optimal spacing from field flattener to film plane: 57mm +/- 4mm and Canon is supposed to be 55. 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,. For the Astro-Tech Reducer/Flattener the spacing is 55mm with image circle. Page 35 of 37 - AT60ED: Something Small From Our Sponsors - posted in Refractors : Pete mentioned they are expecting stock this month. 5x APS-C sensor. Page 1 of 5 - Astro Tech 80EDL or 80EDT? - posted in Refractors : Was wondering if anyone has experience between these two scopes. 8x Reducer COMBO. I will be traveling out to Arizona. The rings only weigh 5 oz. The FLAT61R will also work on the Apertura 60mm FPL-53 Doublet and the TS-Optics PhotoLine 60mm. The Astro-Tech reducer/flatteners thread into the focuser for a solid connection. New Scope - Full Moon - posted in Experienced Deep Sky Imaging: I got myself a portable imaging setup. Tried out under a full moon. The box came with no instructions, so I am unsure if I installed it correctly. the flattener produces wonderful flat fields as well as a 41mm image circle. I wanted to use it with my ASI533MC and modded APS/C DSLR for wide field imaging. First scope figured I’d stay smaller than the 72. Comments. 8X reducer (384mm @ f/4. The Astro-Tech 102ED is a handsome 102mm F/7 refractor. Is there really no difference between the astrotech At60ed and the Williams zenith star 61? The price is almost double. I thought that I would do an unboxing of the newest addition to the family. ASTRO-TECH AT102EDL Review: An Affordable, Versatile, Amazing Tele…The Astro-Tech AT60ED might be just the compact high-quality grab-and-go or travel scope you have been searching for. • split tube rings with detachable Vixen-style dovetail for installation on virtually any mount. It is not for magnification and the intended use is a more general one. I was hoping to do this first light video of my Astro-Tech AT60ED after I got my flattener/reducer, however they just haven't been in stock. If it is the AT 66ED (not the 60ED) there should be a ring already on the scope and a shoe that takes a 1/4-20 screw. 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. I've not looked though a FOAQ though (did have a Tak 60Q, but not the FOA). Add To Cart. Question regarding My Ha mod canon T3i - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Evening, looking for some guidance. Although designed primarily for use with the new Astro-Tech AT60EDT triplet apo refractor, and priced at only $119. in tandem with the MiniBorg 60ED for convenient RACI star hopping. My current eyepieces include an astrotech 38mm 70deg FOV; astrotech 22mm 70deg FOV; Meade 26mm plossl 60deg FOV; and a Meade 8mm ultra wide 82deg FOV. The Long Story: I like refractors. Starizona Starizona HyperStar 14 v4 Standard NON-EDGE with. Astro-Tech 60ED Unboxed Equipment Discussions. It’s $949. 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. Condition is New. WO Zenithstar 61 APO $478. You save. Should be the same as the tsoptics 60ed and Apertura 60ed and Astro tech 60ed Reply The new Astro-Tech ATR8 2" 0. Pick up the phone, or drop us a line, and we will be happy to be of service. i dont plan on using super heavy telescopes with it, just my astrotech-60ED, and possibly an. The Altair version costs more because the AT60ED comes as just an OTA. 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. Reviews. It has dual mounting rings with nylon-tipped collimation screws (three per ring). Do I need a reducer/flattener? - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hi there I just purchased an Astro Tech AT60ED 60MM F/6 FPL-53ED doublet to do Astrophotography with my ioptron Skyguider Pro. Sky plot. I am an experienced observer, but a beginner when it comes to astrophotgraphy. I have tried imaging with it, but the focuser is not up to the job (not repeatable enough to automate). 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. 5mm, 21mm, 11mm spacers > ASI294. 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 You can get complete N5100 or N100 systems in the $200 to $230 range. com and they have no idea. 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. The AT60EDP produces a 44mm image circle. 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.