Skip to content

Explore Scientific FCD100 Series 127mm Carbon Fiber Triplet ED APO Refractor Telescope w/HEX Focuser

$3,599.99

Description

Reveal celestial wonders like the desolate beauty of the lunar terrain, the serene structure of Saturn’s rings or the brightest deep sky treasures of the Messier catalog with Explore Scientific’s ED127-FCD100 Air-Spaced Triplet APO refractor telescope in lightweight Carbon Fiber!

This refractor telescope has all the great features of the original EDT-127075-CF but includes genuine HOYA’s premium FCD100 ED glass which is very similar in characteristics as OHARA’s FPL-53. Relying on technological innovation, we have successfully launched the mass production of high-performance optical glass at the apex of the FCD family. Combining it with optical glass of high refractive index allows us to achieve unprecedented advanced chromatic aberration correction. HOYA FCD100 is considered one of the premier ED glass types available.

Having a true diffraction-limited optical design and sized to encourage spontaneous stargazing sessions, this high-quality telescope is a perfect grab-and-go instrument for exploring the skies. Featuring an air-spaced triplet optical design that virtually eliminates chromatic aberrations, this telescope generates brilliant high-contrast images by combining genuine HOYA FCD100 extra-low dispersion (ED) glass and proprietary EMD enhanced multi-layer coatings on all optical surfaces.

This amazing scope includes a 2.5" Hexagonal focuser with very rigid design and strong support. Up to 10 lbs of gear can be loaded onto this focuser.

ED127 Carbon Fiber f/7.5 Air Spaced Triplet with HOYA FCD100 optics and Integrated Dew Shield; 952mm focal length; 2.5" HEX Focuser with 2 extension tubes; Cradle Ring with Handle and Vixen-Style Dovetail Plate; Explore Scientific 2N1 Finder Scope Base installed on scope; 99% Reflective 2" Diagonal. Weighs 14lbs. (Case and Finder Scope NOT Included)

Specs

Specifications

  • Item Number FCD100–127075-CF-01
  • Focal Length 952mm
  • Focal Ratio f/7.5
  • Limiting Magnitude 13
  • Resolution .9 arcsec
  • Tube Length w/ Dew Shield 41.75"; 1060mm
  • Tube Length w/out Dew Shield 33.25"; 849mm
  • Diameter 145mm
  • Weight 14 lb; 6.4 kg
  • Dovetail Vixen

 

Video

CA Residents: Prop 65 WARNING(S)

Attention California Residents.

Products with Glass Optics

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. 

Metal Detectors

WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and cadmium, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.  For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. 

Description

Reveal celestial wonders like the desolate beauty of the lunar terrain, the serene structure of Saturn’s rings or the brightest deep sky treasures of the Messier catalog with Explore Scientific’s ED127-FCD100 Air-Spaced Triplet APO refractor telescope in lightweight Carbon Fiber!

This refractor telescope has all the great features of the original EDT-127075-CF but includes genuine HOYA’s premium FCD100 ED glass which is very similar in characteristics as OHARA’s FPL-53. Relying on technological innovation, we have successfully launched the mass production of high-performance optical glass at the apex of the FCD family. Combining it with optical glass of high refractive index allows us to achieve unprecedented advanced chromatic aberration correction. HOYA FCD100 is considered one of the premier ED glass types available.

Having a true diffraction-limited optical design and sized to encourage spontaneous stargazing sessions, this high-quality telescope is a perfect grab-and-go instrument for exploring the skies. Featuring an air-spaced triplet optical design that virtually eliminates chromatic aberrations, this telescope generates brilliant high-contrast images by combining genuine HOYA FCD100 extra-low dispersion (ED) glass and proprietary EMD enhanced multi-layer coatings on all optical surfaces.

This amazing scope includes a 2.5" Hexagonal focuser with very rigid design and strong support. Up to 10 lbs of gear can be loaded onto this focuser.

ED127 Carbon Fiber f/7.5 Air Spaced Triplet with HOYA FCD100 optics and Integrated Dew Shield; 952mm focal length; 2.5" HEX Focuser with 2 extension tubes; Cradle Ring with Handle and Vixen-Style Dovetail Plate; Explore Scientific 2N1 Finder Scope Base installed on scope; 99% Reflective 2" Diagonal. Weighs 14lbs. (Case and Finder Scope NOT Included)

Specifications

  • Item Number FCD100–127075-CF-01
  • Focal Length 952mm
  • Focal Ratio f/7.5
  • Limiting Magnitude 13
  • Resolution .9 arcsec
  • Tube Length w/ Dew Shield 41.75"; 1060mm
  • Tube Length w/out Dew Shield 33.25"; 849mm
  • Diameter 145mm
  • Weight 14 lb; 6.4 kg
  • Dovetail Vixen

 

Video

Attention California Residents.

Products with Glass Optics

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. 

Metal Detectors

WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and cadmium, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.  For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. 

Shipping

Shipping is FREE on all orders to customers within United States.

We don't want to mess around with fine print and extra charges, we like things to be simple and easy.

Want to know about our Returns Policy? Read more here.

Order Confirmation:

As soon as you place your order you will receive an order confirmation e-mail. This means that we have received your order in our system and pre-authorized your credit card for the purchase.

As soon as we receive your order we automatically check to confirm that your order is in stock and available for immediate shipment. If your item is on back-order or unavailable we will void the pre-authorizations and reach out to you via e-mail to see if alternate arrangements can be made.

If your item(s) are available for immediate shipment (within 5 business days) we will process the charges and get to work preparing your order for shipment.

Order Shipment:

If your order is in stock and we process the charges to your credit card it will ship within three business days from the date of your order.

We will send you shipping confirmation within 24 hours of your order leaving the warehouse to the e-mail address you provided when checking out.

If you do not receive shipping confirmation from us within four business days of your order feel free to follow up with us at sales@cosmicviewcommerce.com

Damages:

Please inspect the packaging of your item(s) when they arrive, if you notice any damage you should make note of it when signing for delivery or do not agree to accept the delivery.

If you do accept delivery you are required to immediately take photos using your smart phone or camera of the damaged packaging or products inside the packaging.

If your item(s) do arrived damaged please send photos to sales@cosmicviewcommerce.com, then visit our Returns page and lodge your return claim online.

Why Buy From Us?

We get it. You've got a lot of choice when it comes to online retailers. Here's why we think you should shop with us at Cosmic View Commerce.

But first, you should definitely hear from our customers here.

  • Free Shipping USA wide. No extra charges. Ever.
  • Price Match Guarantee. Best prices online guaranteed.
  • 30 Day Easy Returns. No happy with your product, we'll take it back no questions asked.
  • Great Service. We pride ourselves on the best service, anywhere.
  • Your Satisfaction Guaranteed. We handpick our products for quality, we know you'll love them. But is there is ever something wrong, we'll fix it.