25" brass compression ring eyepiece holders. The objective has just a few specks of dust which can probably be removed with a simple air-bulb. What you're seeing is actually pretty good compared to that pairing. I've been wanting an AT92 for a long time. AstroBin is an image hosting platform and social network for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers. Orion Versago II is another that would work fine. Without sales tax, the SW 72ED ranges in price from $400 to $540 while the Astro-Tech AT72EDII FPL-53 is $489. 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. 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. Wanted. Attached Thumbnails. 8, 11, 14 Astro-Tech UWA 4, 7, 10, 16 ES68 20, 24 ES62 5. The total cost of that wouls be around north of $650-700 (converted from my country's currency) along with shipping and customs. 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. The AT72EDII gets excellent reviews for astrophotography,. 5 570mm FL $1,600 No rings + $170 Tak Clamshell. An awesome little combination for wide field views. All these Astro-Tech ED refractors mentioned are great. If you are able to, I would look at the AT72ED, or the AT60ED (the latter of which I use for my imaging). Field Flattener for Astro Tech AT70ED - posted in Refractors : I searched the forums, but I didnt find any threads. And since we're a family business, we plan on being. Astro-Tech AT102ED 4" f/7 ED Refractor OTA. - 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. IMG 20231002 194349175 uploaded in Neck Deep In The Hobby (2nd year): Astro-Tech AT125EDL and Astro-Tech AT70ED on OVL SkyTee-2. Astro-Tech AT72EDII FPL-53 f/6 430mm FL $459 rings included. Astro-Tech AT70ED on a SkyWatcher AZ-GTi, with a APM UFF 30mm (14x - 5mm EP - 5°FOV), 2" dielectric diagonal and MRF. 65 Stowaway - 92mm aperture, 612mm focal length, f/6. Jaimo! and truckerfromaustin. The 115 is a nice scope but something a bit wider and lighter would be great to pretty much make a permanent home on my AM5 as a quick to setup system. Better yet Astronomics has a fantastic price on their Astro-Tech AT70ED 2. The price difference may be due to the fact that the astro-tech uses FCD-100 and FK-61 glass whereas the StarField uses FPL-53 glass. Shipped in original tripled box. Astro-Tech AT70ED f/6 ED Refractor OTA. This evaluation was done with an Astro-Tech 0x Field Flattener that was purchased directly. • a camera angle adjuster. Re: AT70ED. 09/08/2023 04:56PM. 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. We've helped hundreds of thousands of people pick the right telescopes or accessories since 1979. Brands / Companies 929 Cameras 3319 Sensors 465 Telescopes & lenses 3755 Pending edit 1 Mounts 621 Filters 2238 Accessories 1413 386 50 Loading. Edited by hfsarber, 26 July 2021 - 05:23 PM. Scope will ship in the original, foam-fitted, box. Orion 2” 38mm superwide eyepiece. 4. Posted 25 July 2021 - 11:27 PM. For Sale. The dimensions of the scope make it tricky with one being 8 but the scope only being 24 long. Astro-Tech AT60ED Field Flattner - posted in Equipment (No astrophotography): Hello, 5 months ago I purchased an Astro-Tech AT60ED telescope. Still seems like too big a cost differential,. Re: AT70ED. 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. Re: Canon 50D and Astro-Tech AT72ED. Astro-Tech AT70ED Doublet Apochromatic Refractor Recommended. Explore Scientific ED102mm f/7 Classic White "Essential Series" Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescopes. Jaimo!, 25585, badgerman17 and 1 other like this. OTA has sliding dew shield with cap, a 2" 10:1 focuser with 1. Not so much in the US. The price difference between the two not counting taxes or shipping is only about $10. There are three set-screws which secure this in a recessed track, plus a thumb-screw for locking it in position. 65 triplet apochromatic refractor - $3,750; Tele Vue NP 101is - 101mm aperture, 540mm focal. Save $70. zjc26138,. Updated 5/20/16. 70mm-90mm refractor options. Telescopes Canada grew from our personal hobby to Canada's largest dealer for many manufacturers like Celestron, Sky-Watcher, ZWO, William Optics, iOptron, Optolong,. M R R R - S TR PR RO WA #fff". Along with the 102 / CG5 combo, I also had my little AT70ED / AZ-GTi going for some wide field comparisons. I use my 80 EDL for visual with a Herschel wedge, as I prefer the lighter. This should be an airline travel setup as well with OTA in hand luggage and tripod in checkin luggage. 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. If you get a. This morning my delivery date has been moved up to tomorrow (W)! I checked and re-checked the entire order and FedEx email and see nothing about signature required. An optional Celestron 1. It is compact, well made with a rotating two speed Crayford focuser, a sliding dewshield and nice overall finish. Astro-Tech AT70ED is an equipment item of class Telescope or lens on AstroBin equipment database. The light weight allows for vibration free movement of the mount of either axis. AT72EDII This one sells for $489, and is a 72 mm scope . Scopes like the TeleVue modified Petzval's correct for field curvature. Brands / Companies 929 ; Cameras 3319 ; Sensors 465 ; Telescopes & lenses 3755 . I've been looking at getting a small (can fit on airline carry-on) ED refractor (especially the ones for Astro-Tech) and don't know which one to get. 65 Stowaway - 92mm aperture, 612mm focal length, f/6. This AT70ed is similarly well built and very nice to hold and look at - just what I was imagining as the scope to pair up with my recently acquired C5. They'll tell you a scope is using FK-61. • dual-speed 2. Then I happened upon this little 80ED and couldnt resist! I dont have great luck with little scopes, but I want this one to stick around for a while. Planning to pair it with binoviewers for WL and lunar viewing. Astro-Tech 2" dielectric diagonal. AT70ED Field Flattner Backspacing Distance - posted in DSLR, Mirrorless & General-Purpose Digital Camera DSO Imaging: I own an AT70ED with the AT72EDII field flattner. To meet the textbook definition of an apochromat, you have to bring three widely separated color crossings to common focus with a residual secondary spectrum of 1/10000 the focal length. Finally found a 45 deg erect setup I like for my AT70ED . By Ed Ting. Welcome to Astro What?, a forum for those interested in astronomy and astrophotography. Last night was the first night I got to set it up. It is still lightweight, compact and portable but with much better performance, from star colors to planets and DSOs. The difference between it and your 72EDII is likely. The two are the astro-tech AT80ED and the Orion Short-Tube 80-A. Mike at Astronomics has them in stock and is selling them for $430. So as an astrophotographer from New Zealand, how am I supposed to get my hands on one of these scopes??This is the first completed image from my Astro-Tech AT70ED playtest. A guy I sold an AT70ED to sent me a photo he took with it, and it is very impressive. Field Flattener for Astro Tech AT70ED - Refractors - Cloudy Nights Cloudy Nights → Equipment Discussions → Refractors CNers have asked about a donation box. Binoculars are fine, but telescopes are in my blood. 🔭 Get photo telescope with free return and fast Multipurpose, used for photography, telescope Find products of Telescope withAn astrophotograph by Jeff Harth on AstroBinIn the past their advertising said "SV503 ED lens - SV503 ED Doublet objective is designed with one SPL-51 ED Glass and one Lanthanide glass. Either way, the Astro Tech telescopes will be well worth the additional cost over the ST80 for their 2”. My current AT70ED is superb and has an exceedingly smooth r&p focuser and excellent optics and build quality!!. It uses an FK61 ED element so doesn't have quite the outstanding correction that the EDL scopes do, but it's still an fun little scope. Nice dual speed 2" focuser; 4. Best Telescopes to Buy. See full list on shotkit. As I mentioned in a different thread, I bought an AT70ED + ATR8 reducer/flattener. I know you get what you pay for, but I also cant justify spending over $500 on a hobby I might not be able to figure out lol. 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. Page 1 of 2 - Astro-Tech AT102ED 4" f/7 ED Refractor - posted in Refractors : I bought this setup from astronomics last December and got the OTA in late January and the Celestron CG-4. AT72EDII vs SV503 70ED - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Im looking for a small portable refractor to get into AP and Im currently looking at a used AT72EDII or a new SV503 70ED, both include field flatteners. 5° field of view, making the AT60ED its own best finderscope when used with this eyepiece. The sleeve between the flanges is what affords the full 360˚ rotation of the focuser. It’s really more intended for a visual scope, whereas the AT72ED is intended for photography. As for the difference between Astro-Tech and SVbony you have to realize that everything can be different or they can be the same. Altair 60 EDF Doublet Refractor Telescope V3. 09/08/2023 01:35PM. I placed my order for a CEM70G - posted in Mounts: So yesterday at 2:15PM I called up Astronomics, my favorite astro vendor, and ordered a CEM70G. If you have any other questions, please dont hesitate to contact us. The widest field of view with a 1. (Nov 13) for an AT70ED. I use them both for AP on my little AZGTI mount. 8 degree field of view with a 32 mm Plossl for light weight in a 1. It has a 70mm aperture, 420mm focal length, and f/6 ED doublet refractor with cost of $300. This is a cute little scope, it's light (under 15 pounds) - and it has superb optics. For. Up for sale is my Astro Tech AT66ED Apo refractor (D=66mm F=400mm F/6). It’s really more intended for a visual scope, whereas the AT72ED is intended for photography. Astro-Tech AT80EDT f/6 triplet. 5 570mm FL $1,600 No rings + $170 Tak Clamshell. 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. We’ll connect it to your Wi-Fi and home theatre system,. Got the AT70ED yesterday. October 2, 2023. Hi everyone, Please join me as I premiere the first impressions review of the Astro-Tech AT70ED. The Astro-Tech AT60ED might be just the compact high-quality grab-and-go or travel scope you have been searching for. August 27, 2023. Astro-Tech AT70ED - 70mm aperture, 420mm focal length, f/6 ED doublet refractor - $300; Recommended Advanced Telescopes. Joined: 18 Jun 2014. Not a winter warrior. FCD-100 is comparable to FPL-53 but FK-61 is more like FPL-51. (AT70ED and AT102ED). LZOS being dropped by resellers - posted in Refractors : I just learned Teleskop Express / Teleskop Service has stopped purchases of LZOS about a week ago and they were adamant they will not buy from them anymore going forward. 25" prism diagonal is also included for convenience. • dual-speed 2" Rack and Pinion focuser. If you're 80% visual and dabble in photography, I'd choose the AT70ED over the AT72EDii and put the extra money into accessories. 7K subscribers Subscribe 6. Here my only Astro-Tech refractor an AT80ED pictured below. HuTech modded Canon EOS 5D Mk 3. Astro-Tech AT70EDAstro-Tech AT70ED (70mm f/6 FK-61 ED doublet) Astro-Tech 2" 99% Dielectric diagonal APM UFF 30mm (5° FOV @ 14x & 5mm exit pupil) Baader MkIV 8-24mm w/2. 65 Stowaway - 92mm aperture, 612mm focal length, f/6. For visual I would go for at least 80mm, but if you have $$ 100mm ED/ APO is what you really want for visual. My wife took the photo so I was lucky to have both me and the scope show up in the photo. This telescope has best correction in Green; its nearly perfect at this wavelength. Minor defect is a small paint chip. Per the manual (thin sheet of paper) and the AstroTech web site, there. Page 1 of 3 - AT70ED yes or no - posted in Refractors : I just recently sold off some unused gear, so now I have some money in the Astronomy account that can only get spent on Astronomy stuff. At Astronomics, we have that experience - a staff total of over 160 years of experience using and selling telescopes. The 102ed is a doublet achromat, it will show noticeable color fringing. From all the review it seem this is one fine. It is the closest successor to my AT72ED. Visually, accommodation helps with direct vision but cannot correct the entire field at once. It is still lightweight, compact and portable but with much better performance, from star colors to planets and DSOs. F/5, 300mm. This Astro-Tech ED refractor has: • 72mm f/6 fully multicoated FPL-53 and Lanthanum doublet refractor optics • dual-speed Rack and Pinion 2” focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing and built in Camera Angle Adjuster (Same mech. In these light travel tripods, That feature introduce the most of the instabillty. ASTRO-TECH AT70ED 1st Impressions Review: AMAZING value! Nocturne Astro 2. I prefer the present day dual speed rack & opinion focuser over the older model's Crayford. ASTRO-TECH AT72EDII 72mm f/6 w/ flattner. I still haven't been able to actually use it though. If not new, then here on the Cloudy Nights classifieds. This Astro-Tech ED refractor has: • 80mm f/7 fully multicoated FCD-100ED and Lanthanum doublet refractor optics. 1. So, just try to play with that on a tripod, and if you aim it at the right spot, with some decent settings, you should be able to get the Milky Way. For visual I would go for at least 80mm, but if you have $$ 100mm ED/ APO is what you really want for visual. 95. The AT has a slightly better focuser and a camera angle rotator. The Celestron 102 is still my "big gun" refractor. 95. Clear Skies, Mike/Astronomics 800-422-7876 Well the good thing is that it gives me time to save up. It can't be used visually. Ready to grab n go, this is the newest Astro-Tech AT-70ED f-6 OTA refractor. Your 72 mm Astro-tech ED-ll is an example of an Astro-Tech scope with FPL-53. OTA has sliding dew shield with cap, a 2" 10:1 focuser with 1. This new Astro-Tech AT80EDT refractor has: • 80mm f/6 fully multicoated triplet apochromatic optics using an ED center element. The 125EDL is sized between my Tak FC-100DL and TEC 140ED. For visual I would go for at least 80mm, but if you have $$ 100mm ED/ APO is what you really want for visual. These small Astrotech. For the money, Astro Tech Telescopes are very impressive and are often over looked when the talk of excellent refractors is made. Well, with just a tripod, a wide-angle like that 17mm, will give you about 20-25s exposures without trailing being noticible. I presume it is related to the fact that LZOS is wholly owned by the Russian state (through Rostec). The Astro-Tech scopes give me 95% of the Tak's performance for less $$$. Description. The Astro-Tech AT80ED has a retractable lens shade and comes in a locking aluminum-frame carrying case with room for accessories. Astrotech at70ed. I'm a visual observer and their ED doublets, especially the EDL line that uses FCD-100 & lanthanum. Astronomics has an Astro-Tech Voyager 2 that is pretty much the equivalent of the ES Twilight 1. There is plenty of travel and a generally smooth and progressive motion with just about the right amount of feel. Yep, that F7 Astro Tech 80ED really fits the bill. 25 pounds according to Astronomics. Your mount n chargers are. I had the AT80ED and sold it downsizing to the new AT70ED late last year. I'll throw my vote in behind the two previous recommendations for Astronomics' Astro-Tech line of scopes. As the Skywatcher AZ5 mount I ordered a couple weeks ago hasn't been shipped or delivered yet. • 2" and 1. Brands / Companies 929. Sold my last scope in the past summer. It includes: Astro-Tech AT70ED 70mm f/6 FK-61 ED doublet. Celestron Nexstar 102 GT computerized 4” refractor $140. With many focusers, if the two speed is damaged,. Page 16 of 32 - Astro Techitis - posted in Refractors : After getting the 125EDL, I had to get the 70ED for the reasons you stated. Pending edit 2; Mounts 613 ; Filters 2237 ; Accessories 1410 ; Software 386 ;The more common 42mm rings will be more likely to vignette. This is a full frame flattener and is threaded to accept 2" filters. • Vixen dovetail plate with two tube rings and a carry handle. Refractors. The total cost of that wouls be around north of $650-700 (converted from my country's currency) along with shipping and customs. The glass is definitely a downgrade but for the price and convenience of purchase (buying locally instead of overseas. Astro-Tech AT70ED Semi-APO Mint. Attached Thumbnails. Help choosing a budget scope. I ordered an AT70ED. I did very recently replace the Meade short tube 80 with an Astro-Tech AT70ED (D = 70, FL = 420, f/6) but I'm hanging on to the Meade. I havent got all the components to start doing guided tracking yet, so Im doing unguided for the time being. Page 4 of 32 - Astro Techitis - posted in Refractors : I just got a response from mike at Astronomics on the AT 92. TS Optics 70 mm f/6 Travel Apo with high-quality ED objective This ED refractor is an ideal telescope for travel and mobile use. SV102ED, 102mm objective, f/6. It's a awesome & affordable little kit that's made up of good quality gear I pieced together from the classifieds. 4. While this Astro-Tech ATRF72 0. 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. 5 mon. This finder shoe is designed to work on a variety of Astro-Tech telescopes. • dual-speed 2" Rack. Hopefully someone here has. It's a awesome & affordable little kit that's made up of good quality gear I pieced together from the classifieds. Click on a Telescope Below: 1) Levenhuk 80mm Ra ED Triplet OTA 3/20/16. On the front end, the retractable dew shield has an OD of 121mm, in case anyone is considering putting a filter there. 8, 11, 14 Astro-Tech UWA 4, 7, 10, 16 ES68 20, 24 ES62 5. Astro-Tech: HIGHEST USEFUL MAGNIFICATION: 143x: MANUFACTURER: Astro-Tech: OPTICAL TUBE OUTER DIAMETER: Not supplied by manufacturer: Type: Telescope: WARRANTY: 2 Year Warranty: OPTICAL TUBE WEIGHT: 5 lbs. The AT80ED is bringing ED optics to you at a fantastic price. "The new Astro-Tech AT72EDII refractor telescope for sale has upgraded the ED element to FPL-53. Reactions: Tracy. The Astro-Tech handle is not only nice to look at, it is extremely useful as it performs double duty. Page 1 of 2 - AT80EDT versus AT80EDL - posted in Refractors : Happy Holidays, all: Ive been kicking around the idea of getting a smaller 80mm refractor. It was the F/6 spec that made up my mind as well as the price. It's a awesome & affordable little kit that's made up of good quality gear I pieced together from the classifieds. The optical tube measures 9. 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. Steve Yates. Don't have an Astromart account? Click here to create one Astro-Tech. The more common 42mm rings will be more likely to vignette. 00. - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Greetings. So, if you have a filter that is 3mm thick, you need to add 1mm of spacing to your imaging train to retain the correct back focus. Very nice. Crazily enough, the Nexus encoders for the mount arrived yesterday, a day early. But the AT60 really isn't intended for planetary visual use. 3 in stock. Recommendations for a 90mm scope - posted in Refractors : Ive been considering a 90mm scope to replace my 115 and 72. 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. 3 images, 0 comments Last upload: 29 Oct 2021 - 06:15 binoculars. The more common 42mm rings will be more likely to vignette. Optics are sharp. The AT60ED has much better color correction than the AT80ED. I still haven't been able to actually use it though. © 2023 Google LLC In astrophotography I aim to keep price down, and when I saw that I could pick up an APO ( apochromatic telescope ) for $300 US, I. IMG 20230827 100853740 uploaded in Neck Deep In The Hobby (2nd year): Astro-Tech AT70ED with Lunt 2 Herschel Wedge on Orion EQ3. 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. Both brandings have an R&P focuser. eQuinox 2 Smart Telescope with Backpack. Those whose CB values were between 1 and 2, such as the Astro-Tech AT70ED, AT80ED and AT102ED scopes and their KUO clones (SvBONY, TS-Optics, Altair, etc. This is a very good value unit. 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). Visual exclusively, primarily as a one hand out the door g&g and. 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. 7, 6. I used a TS Photoline 72ED on a Star Adventurer last year when we were on holiday. 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. 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. GA] 22 Nov 2018. Jupiter is putting up some fine views with the Nagler eps. The sky. 25” diagonal, red dot finder, 3-6 Nagler zoom, 7-21mm Svbony zoom, 32mm GSO Plössl, and a Lumicon UHC filter. The AT70ED also has some chromatic aberration (blue haze) which might hide what would otherwise appear as scatter. 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. Maybe I'll replace it some day with something like an AT102ED but, for now, I'll still very happy with the Celestron 102. AT70ED, ASI183MC, ZWO 30mm, ASI120MM Mini . 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. I have located and ordered The appropriate Z axis Balancing kit - extension rod hardware and pancake counter weight. 65 Stowaway - 92mm aperture, 612mm focal length, f/6. Astro-Tech AT70ED for beginner astrophotographer to start his journey (source: placed order for AT70ED this morning after much deliberation!!! One thing this hobby has taught me. Binoculars are fine, but telescopes are in my blood. Celestron 2” xcel 5mm ocular $50. Astro-Tech AT70ED - 70mm aperture, 420mm focal length, f/6 ED doublet refractor - $300; Recommended Advanced Telescopes. Page 13 of 16 - Astro Tech AT102EDL Owners Forum - posted in Refractors : As much as I appreciate Manfrotto quality I have been cruising Amazon to find a less expensive bag. Good air travel tripod option for an AT70ED - posted in Refractors : I have some airline trips coming up. M51 and companion - at least as bright as my 10" dob. EvoFF v2 - Field Flattener for SkyWatcher EvoGuide 50ED. 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. Astro-Tech AT70ED AstroBin's equipment database is entirely maintained by the community. As the Skywatcher AZ5 mount I ordered a couple weeks ago hasn't been shipped or delivered yet. Takahashi FC-76DCU Fluorite f /7. Each one of those things is worth the $69 or more. ") at 15mm. ciently explore phase-space configurations of GCs without needing to specify their initial conditions,. 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. 25” eyepiece is about 4. 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. . Out of 3 dozen scopes I ever owned, not one was a ED or APO. Astro-Physics 92mm F/6. After that I decided to instead complement my 8" Dob with a quality 4" refractor. 1 images, 0 comments. Planning to pair it with binoviewers for WL and lunar viewing. The Astro-tech has a quality rack and pinion focuser, that's a plus, camera angle rotator, sliding dew shield, the good glass, the nicer build. 95, 709mm FL, used Plossls of 32 to 15mm, and 66 degree ultra wide (similar to Orion Expanse) of 9 and 6 mm: M3 above Boo, nice fuzz ball at 20mm. For no more than what this telescope it is, which is. Astro-Tech AT70ED f/6 ED Refractor OTA. Page 1 of 2 - Travel ED Refractor - posted in Refractors : Ive been looking at getting a small (can fit on airline carry-on) ED refractor (especially the ones for Astro-Tech) and dont know which one to get. I already have a Skywatcher ED100 that Im very fond of, but a smaller scope for both grab-and-go visual use and wider-field imaging sounds appealing. The sleeve between the flanges is what affords the full 360˚ rotation of the focuser. The center its good optically, not great but unless you are using a small sensor DSLR/Astro camera smaller than a APS-C, you wont like the image quality. IMG 20230706 211622542. 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??. • 70mm f/6 fully multicoated doublet optics using FK-61 ED glass. It includes: Astro-Tech AT70ED 70mm f/6 FK-61 ED doublet. There is plenty of travel and a generally smooth and progressive motion with just about the right amount of feel. Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube. A and TS-Optics in Europe come to mind. SVBONY SV 503 70mm Scope - posted in Refractors : Well, sorry to say that this SVBONY SV 503 70 scope is optically, not that great. Very blurry on the outer edges, with and without the. The camera side of the reducer uses 48mm T-threads to connect to a T-ring and camera body. 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. As for the flattener, Astronomics sells a dedicated flattener for the AT72ED which would be the one I’d go for, or I believe. 5, 30 APM UFF 30. For example, Astro-Tech recommends the ATR8 for the AT70ED and it doesn't match at all. - posted in Eyepieces: Hi all, I am fairly new to Telescopes, and viewing. I'm not an imager but the AT60ED and the AT72EDII would probably be better for imaging as they both use FPL-53 glass while the AT70ED uses FK-61 glass. I would like something suitable for visual and astrophotography when I get more skilled. If you are unfamiliar with the scope you can Google "Imaging with Astro Tech 66mm refractor”. (AT70ED is the other) Although I won't be surprised when they are back in stock in late 2022 and have a price increase. 25” non-marring compression ring accessory holders• Vixen dovetail. I have one on order and don't mind if the price goes up. I am having difficulties getting the correct backspacing to the flange of myCanon T3i and T4i DSLRs. 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. Now I just need this winter storm to pass so I can try it out. ES ED80 Triplet Refractor. 72X Reducer for AT152EDT (AT152FF) Accessory: 1: 1: Astro-Tech . by Bigzmey » Sun Jun 20, 2021 1:21 am. It's one of two scopes from Astro-Tech that does not have a price increase at the moment. First up is the AT70ED now comes standard in a nylon carry case and is priced at $329. I prefer the present day dual speed rack & opinion focuser over the older model's Crayford. Astronomics . Astro-Tech . 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. Here my only Astro-Tech refractor an AT80ED pictured below. AstroBin is an image hosting platform and social network for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers. BRCoz and BFaucett. Page 1 of 2 - Astro-Tech AT60ED - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hi folks, curious on peoples take on this scope. It seems like it’s similar, and yet quite a different design than their. I just received my new AT80ED, and would like to purchase two of the new Astro-Tech 100 degree eyepieces for this scope. Either way, the Astro Tech telescopes will be well worth the additional cost over the ST80 for their 2”. Minor defect is a small paint chip. While the classic ED80 F7. The Astro-Tech AT80EDT is a great triplet apochromatic refractor. And there are reports that helps flatten the field of Astro-Tech Ritchey-Chrétien astrographs. The Astro-Tech AT60ED is priced at $369US and comes standard with a 2″ to 1. AT66ED_1. Astro-Tech uses two ED (Extra-low Dispersion glass) elements in the optical design of the AT60EDP. Orion 2” dielectric diagonal. Includes a 10:1 Crayford precision focuser, V series dovetail, a retractable dew shield, and hard carry case.