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Explore Scientific ED102-FCD100 Series Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescope - FCD100-10207-02

Explore Scientific ED102-FCD100 Series Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescope

by Explore Scientific
$2,159.99

Description

 

Uncover wonders of the night sky such as the desolate beauty of the moon's terrain, the serene structure of Saturn's rings, and the brightest treasures of the Messier catalog with the Explore Scientific ED102-FCD100 Series Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescope.

This telescope features Hoya FCD100 optics, similar to Ohara FPL-53, known for its high-quality glass. Our use of technological innovation has allowed for the mass production of exceptional optics within the FCD family. The combination of high refractive index and optical glass results in unparalleled advanced chromatic aberration correction.

The Hoya FCD100 is renowned for its excellence in the industry. With a diffraction-limited design and compact size, this telescope is perfect for impromptu stargazing sessions. Its air-spaced triplet optical design virtually eliminates chromatic aberrations, producing stunning high-contrast images due to the use of HOYA FCD100 extra-low dispersion (ED) glass and proprietary

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Specs

Specifications

Item Number ED102-FCD10207-02
Focal Length 714mm
Focal Ratio f/7
Limiting Magnitude 12.5
Resolution 1.14 arcsec
Tube Length w/Dew Shield 30.5" ; 774mm
Tube Length w/ out Dew Shield 23.75" ; 603mm
Diameter 119mm
Weight 10.9 lb ; 4.94 kg
Dovetail Plate 45 mm wide v-block

 

Included Items

Included Items

  • ED102 Classic White Air Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescope
  • Dew Shield
  • 2.5" HEX Focuser
  • 2 Extension Tubes
  • Hybrid Finder Scope Base (Case and Finder Scope NOT included)
  • Vixen-Style Dovetail 
  • 2" Diagonal

Description

 

Uncover wonders of the night sky such as the desolate beauty of the moon's terrain, the serene structure of Saturn's rings, and the brightest treasures of the Messier catalog with the Explore Scientific ED102-FCD100 Series Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescope.

This telescope features Hoya FCD100 optics, similar to Ohara FPL-53, known for its high-quality glass. Our use of technological innovation has allowed for the mass production of exceptional optics within the FCD family. The combination of high refractive index and optical glass results in unparalleled advanced chromatic aberration correction.

The Hoya FCD100 is renowned for its excellence in the industry. With a diffraction-limited design and compact size, this telescope is perfect for impromptu stargazing sessions. Its air-spaced triplet optical design virtually eliminates chromatic aberrations, producing stunning high-contrast images due to the use of HOYA FCD100 extra-low dispersion (ED) glass and proprietary

Video

 

Specifications

Item Number ED102-FCD10207-02
Focal Length 714mm
Focal Ratio f/7
Limiting Magnitude 12.5
Resolution 1.14 arcsec
Tube Length w/Dew Shield 30.5" ; 774mm
Tube Length w/ out Dew Shield 23.75" ; 603mm
Diameter 119mm
Weight 10.9 lb ; 4.94 kg
Dovetail Plate 45 mm wide v-block

 

Included Items

  • ED102 Classic White Air Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescope
  • Dew Shield
  • 2.5" HEX Focuser
  • 2 Extension Tubes
  • Hybrid Finder Scope Base (Case and Finder Scope NOT included)
  • Vixen-Style Dovetail 
  • 2" Diagonal

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