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Explore Scientific AR102 Air-Spaced Doublet Refractor Telescope

Explore Scientific AR102 Air-Spaced Doublet Refractor Telescope

by Explore Scientific
$599.99

Description

The AR102, AR127, and AR152 models of Explore Scientific's AR Air-Spaced Doublet Series telescopes feature classic air-spaced, crown-and-flint, doublet achromatic f/6.5 refractors with a superior optical figure. With a weight of only 11.5 lbs, this instrument is lightweight yet durable for public star parties and educational outreach. The high quality components guarantee stunning, objective images at the eyepiece.

Specs

Specifications

Item Number DAR102065-02
Focal Length 663mm
Focal Ratio f/6.5
Limiting Magnitude 12.5
Resolution 1.14 arcsec
Tube Length w/Dew Shield 25.5" ; 698mm
Diameter 101mm
Weight 11.5 lbs ; 5.2 kg
Dovetail Plate 45mm Wide (Vixen-Style)

 

Included Items

Included Items

  • 2-inch Two-Speed Crayford Focuser with Compression
  • Explore Scientific Hybrid Finder Scope Base installed
  • 1.25-inch Eyepiece Adapter
  • Cradle Ring Assembly Dovetail Plate
  • 99% Reflective Dielectric-Coated 2-inch Diagonal Mirror 
  • 8X50 Non-Illuminated Straight-Through Finder Scope
  • 1 Year Limited Warranty

Just add a few eyepieces and the alt-azimuth or equatorial mount of your choice and you’ll be ready to discover the Universe!

Description

The AR102, AR127, and AR152 models of Explore Scientific's AR Air-Spaced Doublet Series telescopes feature classic air-spaced, crown-and-flint, doublet achromatic f/6.5 refractors with a superior optical figure. With a weight of only 11.5 lbs, this instrument is lightweight yet durable for public star parties and educational outreach. The high quality components guarantee stunning, objective images at the eyepiece.

Specifications

Item Number DAR102065-02
Focal Length 663mm
Focal Ratio f/6.5
Limiting Magnitude 12.5
Resolution 1.14 arcsec
Tube Length w/Dew Shield 25.5" ; 698mm
Diameter 101mm
Weight 11.5 lbs ; 5.2 kg
Dovetail Plate 45mm Wide (Vixen-Style)

 

Included Items

  • 2-inch Two-Speed Crayford Focuser with Compression
  • Explore Scientific Hybrid Finder Scope Base installed
  • 1.25-inch Eyepiece Adapter
  • Cradle Ring Assembly Dovetail Plate
  • 99% Reflective Dielectric-Coated 2-inch Diagonal Mirror 
  • 8X50 Non-Illuminated Straight-Through Finder Scope
  • 1 Year Limited Warranty

Just add a few eyepieces and the alt-azimuth or equatorial mount of your choice and you’ll be ready to discover the Universe!

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