It includes: Astro-Tech AT70ED 70mm f/6 FK-61 ED doublet. It's 66 mm aperture and f/6 focal ratio produce a 400 mm focal length. 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. I presume it is related to the fact that LZOS is wholly owned by the Russian state (through Rostec). SV102ED, 102mm objective, f/6. I just bought a used AT70ED to use for daytime terrestrial viewing, and some nighttime stuff as well. Seems expensive. It will not work on all of them however. (3. Jon. 800-422-7876. It's a awesome & affordable little kit that's made up of good quality gear I pieced together from the classifieds. Page 8 of 32 - Astro Techitis - posted in Refractors : I have been waiting for an A-T scope for a while. We've helped hundreds of thousands of people pick the right telescopes or accessories since 1979. 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. At Astronomics, we have that experience - a staff total of over 160 years of experience using and selling telescopes. I look forward to checking out this new scope which will be my first Astro-Tech scope purchase. I have an AT80ED (FK61 glass) and AT60ED (with FPL 53 glass) and there is a noticeable difference. I use them both for AP on my little AZGTI mount. 65 triplet apochromatic refractor - $3,750; Tele Vue NP 101is - 101mm aperture, 540mm focal length, f/5. The glass is beautiful and the optics on this scope are fantastic. Scopes like the TeleVue modified Petzval's correct for field curvature. AT102ED $599. 95. Optics are sharp. Feel free to make a contribution! Learn more. For a little more money, you could go with a lightweight Manfrotto tripod with a StellarVue M1 mount. AT66ED_1. meade adventure scope 80mm astrophotographyhow to get your own reality tv show on ePlease share a pic of the setup if you have it handy. Houston Astronomical Society (link) scopes: Astro-Tech AT60ED, AT70ED, AT72EDII Celestron 80ED, Omni XLT AZ 102, C90 Mak S-W Skymax 102 Mak eyepieces: ES82 4. I also just ordered the AT70ED. Either way, the Astro Tech telescopes will be well worth the additional cost over the ST80 for their 2”. $139. 84 kg) whereas the Astro-Tech 72ED clocks in at 4lbs 13. My AT 152 EDT is. Brand new never used Astro-Tech AT130EDT F/7 Triplet OTA Refractor plus 0. It is still lightweight, compact and portable but with much better performance, from star colors to planets and DSOs. This could go in a number of different forums. The Astro-Tech scopes give me 95% of the Tak's performance for less $$$. It is a single 4-minute exposure at ISO 800 taken from the in-camera JPEG with minimal processing. by Bigzmey » Sun Jun 20, 2021 1:21 am. As the Skywatcher AZ5 mount I ordered a couple weeks ago hasn't been shipped or delivered yet. If you like manual focus that means you save that. Whi le some observers might doubt that apochromatic. The AT70ED gets very good reviews on Cloudy Nights. 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. Description. Astro-Tech AT70ED - 70mm aperture, 420mm focal length, f/6 ED doublet refractor - $300; Recommended Advanced Telescopes. $60. Without sales tax, the SW 72ED ranges in price from $400 to $540 while the Astro-Tech AT72EDII FPL-53 is $489. 7K subscribers Subscribe 6. 7, 6. In the small Apache 3800 hard case goes the AT72EDII, GSO 1. They are: AT70ED This one sells for $299, and is a 70 mm. AstroMart LLC; FocusKnobs; Matsumoto Company; View all sponsors. Still seems like too big a cost differential,. The telescope weighs only about 2 kg and thanks to the retractable dew shield it is only 30 cm short. 49 excluding VAT. The price difference between the two not counting taxes or shipping is only about $10. 5" long with the dewshield retracted and 12. The difference in price is $399 for the Astro-Tech and $450 for the Orion. 4. Sale. 95 system. I'm extremely happy with all aspects of my AT70ED!! For their prices, Astro-Tech refractors are seriously excellent instruments!! I'm looking forward to using mine for everything from low power wide angle viewing to lunar/planetary and brighter double star observing in this new year!! Edited by barbie, 07 January 2022 - 09:54 PM. Shipped in original tripled box. The telescope-side barrel is threaded for standard 2″ filters so you can attach a light pollution filter. The widest field of view with a 1. 65 Stowaway - 92mm aperture, 612mm focal length, f/6. We’ll connect it to your Wi-Fi and home theatre system,. I am having difficulties getting the correct backspacing to the flange of myCanon T3i and T4i DSLRs. Brands / Companies 929 ; Cameras 3319 ; Sensors 465 ; Telescopes & lenses 3755 . I for one like the built quality of my AT-125 EDL (and the optics!) that on a whim I ordered the AT70ED just so because it is a) cute b) tiny c) light and d)attractively priced. Best Telescopes to Buy. Assuming the shipment arrives on time, I am keeping my fingers crossed my scopes ship out this week. The AT70ED would make an alright scope, but. Brands / Companies 923 ; Cameras 3309 ; Sensors 465 ; Telescopes & lenses 3754 . 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. It includes: Astro-Tech AT70ED 70mm f/6 FK-61 ED doublet. If you want an Astro-Tech ATxxEDx scope that is as good at rejection of chromatic aberration than your SW Evostar 100ED, then you're looking at the ATxxEDT Triplets. Explore Scientific ED80 80mm f/6 Essential Triplet Apo Refractor Telescope. A better option is buy a light travel chair (like a Walkstool or a clone) and observe while sitting. You will not find a smaller telescope anywhere that can still provide a satisfying viewing experience. 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 couldn't pass it up. It’s $949. Up for sale is my Astro Tech AT66ED Apo refractor (D=66mm F=400mm F/6). This evaluation was done with an Astro-Tech 0x Field Flattener that was purchased directly. Leo Triplet NGC 3628, M66, M65. Our expert Agents will install and mount your new TV for an optimal viewing experience. I figure learn what Im doing, then upgrade. If you REALLY want something, you will find some way to justify. I'm extremely happy with all aspects of my AT70ED!! For their prices, Astro-Tech refractors are seriously excellent instruments!! I'm looking forward to using mine for everything from low power wide angle viewing to lunar/planetary and brighter double star observing in this new year!! Edited by barbie, 07 January 2022 - 09:54 PM. It's heavier than the ST-80 but optically much better, it has a FPL-53 Doublet objective. 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. by Bigzmey » Sun Jun 20, 2021 1:21 am. Orion Versago II is another that would work fine. 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. There are three set-screws which secure this in a recessed track, plus a thumb-screw for locking it in position. Astro-Tech AT70ED f/6 ED Refractor OTA. But the AT60 really isn't intended for planetary visual use. And this is an image from a $300 doublet refractor + dSLR, from my bortle 9 San Francisco backyard. If not new, then here on the Cloudy Nights classifieds. 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. Either way, the Astro Tech telescopes will be well worth the additional cost over the ST80 for their 2”. 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. An awesome little combination for wide field views. . Astro-Tech AT80EDT f/6 triplet. I bought it from Highpoint. 5" rack-and-pinion focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing. 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 Atlas EQ-G, Meade LXD55/75, Skywatcher EQM35, DSV-1, Stellarvue M1. Astro-Tech Hard Case for the 102EDL $129. (To match the accessories for the Astro-Tech, you would have to spend about $145 for a dual speed focuser, $25 for tube rings and another $40 for the Dovetail bar, which in the end would come to $210 or $760 for the Orion ED80 vs $399 for the Astro-Tech). I'll pay shipping CONUS. . Mechanically it’s pretty impeccable. 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. ASTRO-TECH AT60EDP 60MM F/5 DUAL ED PETZVAL OTA - posted in Refractors : I saw this for sale on the Astronomics website today. 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. Jupiter is putting up some fine views with the Nagler eps. From all the review it seem this is one fine. • 2” and 1. Used Astrotech AT66ED with aluminum case and star diagonal in very good condition. For Sale. I used a TS Photoline 72ED on a Star Adventurer last year when we were on holiday. Astro-Tech 7" universal dovetail plate I found two 80mm short tube refractors that look promising for visual astronomy (and possibly astrophotography later down the line). Not a winter warrior. Very nice. Page 16 of 32 - Astro Techitis - posted in Refractors : After getting the 125EDL, I had to get the 70ED for the reasons you stated. However, I am thinking of buying and mounting an Astro-Tech AT70ED in finder rings on top (using the light weight rings that came with the Altair 102ED F/11) to use with my 2 inch ES68 32mm and 40mm EPs for wide field. Astro Tech refractors - posted in Refractors : Astronomics is advertising an Astro Tech 72ED for $299, and they have the AT60ED for $399, a hundred dollars more for a smaller scope. Astro. . 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. Do not use. AstroBin is an image hosting platform and social network for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers. Minor defect is a small paint chip. On the front end, the retractable dew shield has an OD of 121mm, in case anyone is considering putting a filter there. Having heard many good things. 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. Neewer 'Professional' 61 inch Tripod with Fluid Head . 45 second subs on Orion Nebula, 3 minute subs on the rest. What do I need for an all round. Buy telescopes and telescope accessories at Astronomics. The Altair version costs more because the AT60ED comes as just an OTA. 09/08/2023 04:56PM. The two sit on a Manfroto 502 fluid head, which is atop an Orion Paragon Plus tripod. These include the William Optics ZenithStar 81, Astro-Tech AT60ED and AT72EDII, and Sky-Watcher Evostar 80ED and Evostar 100ED scopes. 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. AT70ED on AZ-GTi with a 2" dielectric and 30mm UFF. arXiv:1810. Astro-Tech 2" dielectric diagonal. Orion 2” 38mm superwide eyepiece. 1 F/7 ED REFRACTOR from our friends at Astronmic this will feel in the gap between my 120mm orion st f/5 and my 127 Orion mak as far as a grab and go scope. This small refractor will serve equally well for wide field imaging or as a guide scope. Re: Canon 50D and Astro-Tech AT72ED. The SV503 scopes all have the "regular" ED glass FPL-51 objectives, very similar optically to the FK-61 glass of the basic Astro-Tech AT70ED, AT80ED and AT102ED scopes. Very blurry on the outer edges, with and without the. They'll tell you a scope is using FK-61. but not exactly the same, model numbers of several of the 70ish mm Astro-Tech telescopes. GA] 22 Nov 2018. Short and Sweet. 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. 8 degree field of view with a 32 mm Plossl for light weight in a 1. 8, 11, 14 Astro-Tech UWA 4, 7, 10,. Astro-Tech AT70ED f/6 ED Refractor OTA. The Astro Tech at72edll is smaller than the 80edl and reasonably priced not to mention much lighter. Add To Cart. 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. Well, with just a tripod, a wide-angle like that 17mm, will give you about 20-25s exposures without trailing being noticible. I ordered an AT70ED. It not only includes the mounting ring and retractable dew shield but also a finder shoe which you do not normally find with an OTA. A 2” wide field eyepiece such as the 40mm Explore Scientific 68° will deliver an immense 7. Astro-Tech AT 102 EDF FPL-51 doublet with the FeatherTouch upgrade (circa 2007), hence the F in the designation It is a f/6. I just received my new AT80ED, and would like to purchase two of the new Astro-Tech 100 degree eyepieces for this scope. Telescope or lens This Astro-Tech AT80ED refractor has: • split tube rings with detachable Vixen-style dovetail for installation on virtually any mount. 5" rack. The optical tube measures 9. AstroBin is an image hosting platform and social network for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers. Scopes like the TeleVue modified Petzval's correct for field curvature. It is still lightweight, compact and portable but with much better performance, from star colors to planets and DSOs. The Astro-Tech field flattener costs $150. Both the AT70ED and AT80ED will have a wider maximum field of view than the ST80 if you use 2” eyepieces. 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. When fully collapsed, the scope looks ridiculously stumpy and cute. I have an Astro-Tech AT70ED and its quality is exemplary. Achieving perfect focus on my AT70ED is exceedingly easy with. I'll throw my vote in behind the two previous recommendations for Astronomics' Astro-Tech line of scopes. My wife took the photo so I was lucky to have both me and the scope show up in the photo. Posted 25 July 2021 - 11:27 PM. Even with the modest price hike the AT80ED was/is a wonderful scope - I really enjoyed viewing through mine and it times do. A guy I sold an AT70ED to sent me a photo he took with it, and it is very impressive. BRCoz and BFaucett. The 2” dual speed rack and pinion focuser is solid and precise. Astro-Tech in the U. Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube. 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. The AT70ED also has some chromatic aberration (blue haze) which might hide what would otherwise appear as scatter. It’s well made, rugged, takes magnification well, is capable of a 6. EvoFF v2 - Field Flattener for SkyWatcher EvoGuide 50ED. AT70ED, ASI183MC, ZWO 30mm, ASI120MM Mini . The ZWO EAF is a couple hundred dollars either way you go. OTA has sliding dew shield with cap, a 2" 10:1 focuser with 1. But there are also inexpensive refractors available (that include mounting rings, etc), like the Astro-Tech AT60ED, AT70ED, etc sold by astronomics, and I'm not sure how to expect them to compare. Astro-Tech AT70ED AstroBin's equipment database is entirely maintained by the community. User Manual: Astro-Tech AT66ED . Open the PDF directly: View PDF . All these Astro-Tech ED refractors mentioned are great. Ah, ok I thought so. 95. 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. The Astro-Tech AT60ED is priced at $369US and comes standard with a 2″ to 1. Astro-Tech AT102ED, 102 mm, F/7, ED Achromatic Refractor Astro-Tech AT80ED, 80 mm, F/7,. Buy telescopes and telescope accessories at Astronomics. 7 Lunt, 102mm, 714mm focal length, f/7 Skywatcher Evostar 100ED, 100mm, 900mm focal length, f/9. ”. If you are unfamiliar with the scope you can Google "Imaging with Astro Tech 66mm refractor”. Add the deluxe features like the rotating dual speed microfine focuser,. I too ordered an AT70ED today and Fedex indicates a delivery this Saturday!! The last time I had an Astro-Tech scope was back in the late 2000's when they were first introduced and they were superb even back then!! I will be using mine for trips to my dark sky observing location 35 minutes SW of my home. As for the difference between Astro-Tech and SVbony you have to realize that everything can be different or they can be the same. If this Astro-Tech AT80ED was just another 80mm refractor, the quality of its optics alone would still make it a superb value. The OB 5000 head is rated for 16 lbs. Fired up my asi 294mc pro for the first time last night, I used it in my astro tech at70ed, is it amp glow that is causeing this light bubble in the picture?Greetings to all! I have for sale a near new, recent vintage Astro-Tech AT60ED. Unfortunately the M1V is no longer in production and seems a little. It is the closest successor to my AT72ED. The WO Flat73a (which I use with my AT72EDII) claims a 43mm image circle, sufficient for full-frame, although that kind of information no longer seems to be on the WO site. 2 mm closer in than the center. 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. Unistellar. Add the deluxe features like the rotating dual speed microfine focuser,. And there are reports that helps flatten the field of Astro-Tech Ritchey-Chrétien astrographs. Page 13 of 32 - Astro Techitis - posted in Refractors : I keep my 130EDT on a Mach 1 mount that rides on a Scopebuggy, so no worries about lifting it every time I use it. The Astro-Tech reducer/flatteners thread into the focuser for a solid connection. 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. I have several choices as: And I dont. 25” non-marring compression ring accessory holders. . Page 6 of 32 - Astro Techitis - posted in Refractors : The attached photo is me with my AT 115 on a CGX mount. I chose this one but I always choose wrong, so mods please move for a better fit if necessary. Length: 18" dewshield retracted, 21. AT70ED + ATR8 reducer/flattener back spacing. 25 diagonal, and a Manfroto camera tripod with pistol grip for easy aiming. Lukomatico just gave the Gear 60 a great review on YouTube. AT70ED Field Flattner Backspacing Distance - posted in DSLR, Mirrorless & General-Purpose Digital Camera DSO Imaging: I own an AT70ED with the AT72EDII field flattner. If that doesn't bother you, then go for it. 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. Been wanting another small refractor and ordered an AT70ED. The AT has a slightly better focuser and a camera angle rotator. If you want a reducer/flattener then you probably need to stay with APS-C but a 1:1 flattener with 48mm T threads. • dual-speed 2. Page 2 of 4 - Astro Tech's new Scopes coming soon! - posted in Refractors : Well I just got on the list and ordered the AT90CFT. I want something optically much cleaner than my Orion ST80 that will easily work on my Porta II mount. There are three set-screws which secure this in a recessed track, plus a thumb-screw for locking it in position. It can't be used visually. OPTICAL DESIGN: Refractor - Achromatic with ED Glass: TELESCOPE SERIES: Astro-Tech ED Doublet:. 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. 95. Its difficult for me to consider another refractor that offers this. 25" Accessories DayStar 0. Refractors. Posted 27 August 2019 - 01:58 PM. • dual-speed 2" Rack and Pinion focuser. Astro-Tech 70ED - posted in Refractors : Im thinking of getting the $299 AT70ED as my first foray into astrophotography. 93 · In stock. 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. Good reviews and very modest price. I'm currently mounting on a Bogen 3040 Pro, which is an old 3046 tripod with a 3047 head mounted "sidesaddle", but may. 8" F/6 ED Refractor OTA • 70mm f/6 fully multicoated doublet optics using FK-61 ED glass • dual-speed 2" Rack and Pinion focuser • 2" and 1. 5 mon. Our community is welcoming of. Some come with eyepieces included and some not. Page 1 of 2 - Interpreting Refractor Star Tests - posted in Refractors : Hi all, I recently picked up an Astro-Tech 102EDL during Astronomics recent sale. ISO 400 on the Orion Nebula, ISO 800 or 1600 on the rest. I bought this a couple years ago to use as a guide scope for my 11in. Page 1 of 32 - Astro Techitis - posted in Refractors : I think it is time we have an Astro Techitis topic. Redcat 51 vs Astro-tech AT60ED - posted in Refractors : Hi, Im new here and to this hobby. If you want a reducer/flattener then you probably need to stay with APS-C but a 1:1 flattener with. The two are the astro-tech AT80ED and the Orion Short-Tube 80-A. 8" f/6 ED. © 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. 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. 25x Barlow (17x - 117x) Omega 2" DGM NPB. Custom-designed flatteners usually cost hundreds of dollars, but the Astro-Tech 2" Field Flattener is only $139. I've owned at least one copy of each one mentioned by the OP. 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. 5, 9,. S. Telescopes Canada grew from our personal hobby to Canada's largest dealer for many manufacturers like Celestron, Sky-Watcher, ZWO, William Optics, iOptron, Optolong,. 25" dewshield extended. If you can't wait, or want to know more about it, its the same thing as the TS 80mm F7 doublet. I have been thinking about starting astrophotography for a while and I don't have a telescope and I don't have enough for one but I was wondering…Just wondering about the crispness and clarity of visual images between the regular Astro-Tech ATxxED refractors and the ATxxEDL/AT72EDII series models with the better ED glass. Edited by barbie, 25 November 2021 - 07:59 AM. Astro-Physics 92mm F/6. 7, 8. I also plan to do some. Celestron Nexstar 102 GT computerized 4” refractor $140. Steve Yates. 4KidsOneCamera • 2 yr. I for one like the built quality of my AT-125 EDL (and the optics!) that on a whim I ordered the AT70ED just so because it is a) cute b) tiny c) light and d)attractively priced. 7, 8. Re: AT70ED. The 125EDL is sized between my Tak FC-100DL and TEC 140ED. By Ed Ting. ) and is 125mm long. The first of those could arguably be classified as “low-tier” and the last three “mid-tier. Better yet Astronomics has a fantastic price on their Astro-Tech AT70ED 2. Visually, accommodation helps with direct vision but cannot correct the entire field at once. For visual I would go for at least 80mm, but if you have $$ 100mm ED/ APO is what you really want for visual. A generation ago, everyone had (or wanted) a big Dobsonian. An astrophotograph by Jeff Harth on AstroBinAn astrophotograph by Ron on AstroBinAstroBin is an image hosting platform and social network for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers. I am 1,000% confident the AT80EDL should excel at this. Not a winter warrior anymore, but I would enjoy a sneak peek now & then if I had a scope. The AT80ED is bringing ED optics to you at a fantastic price. Here is an AT60ED. The Astro-Tech handle is not only nice to look at, it is extremely useful as it performs double duty. 95. 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. On the front end, the retractable dew shield has an OD of 121mm, in case anyone is considering putting a filter there. It won't be perfect but will get me started. It's a awesome & affordable little kit that's made up of good quality gear I pieced together from the classifieds. Clear skies, T. The sleeve between the flanges is what affords the full 360˚ rotation of the focuser. eps; Thank you for choosing this Astro-Tech AT66ED high-quality compact apochromatic refractor. For comparison, the Astro-Tech AT70ED is $329. 25x Barlow (17x - 117x) Omega 2" DGM NPB. 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. 11/10/2023 04:51AM. I ended up not using it for that and started using it on my Star Adventure 2i with an ASI178MC and ASI585MC with good results. 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. Crazily enough, the Nexus encoders for the mount arrived yesterday, a day early. The TS-Optics 70 mm F6 ED is identical and priced at €318. 25" adapter and the supplied single split ring mounting shoe. IMG 20231002 194349175 uploaded in Neck Deep In The Hobby (2nd year): Astro-Tech AT125EDL and Astro-Tech AT70ED on OVL SkyTee-2. Best Telescopes to Buy. The AT60ED has a supplied ring/clamshell with the ability to attach to any mount, or dovetail, with a 1/4″ 20 thread adapter or the ability to use a 1/4″ 20 thread screw. 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. I own the AT70ED and have used it on a Bogen 3046 photo tripod with great results. Astro-Tech AT70ED FK-61 f/6 420mm FL $329 rings included. 65 triplet apochromatic refractor -. 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. Joined: 18 Jun 2014. 800-422-7876. Astro-Tech AT70ED - 70mm aperture, 420mm focal length, f/6 ED doublet refractor - $300; The Best. . 8X reducer/field flattener is designed for prime focus astrophotography with the Astro-Tech AT72EDII, it will work with other variants of the same optical tube. On the front end, the retractable dew shield has an OD of 121mm, in case anyone is considering putting a filter there. 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. Page 39. I found a local reseller selling a brand new Svbony Sv503 with the newer 70mm version in S-FPL 51. And to round it out we have some great 60mm Guidescopes from Astro-Tech for $139. 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. The 102ed is a doublet achromat, it will show noticeable color fringing. For visual I would go for at least 80mm, but if you have $$ 100mm ED/ APO is what you really want for visual. I currently own 3 Astro-Techs (AT70ED, AT102EDL, & AT125EDL) and they are absolutely phenomenal for the price. Page 32 of 32 - Astro Techitis - posted in Refractors : Straight through showed the same results. The. Planning to pair it with binoviewers for WL and lunar viewing. I still haven't been able to actually use it though. They both exhibited too much CA for my taste, especially after having looked. Its poorly timed and placed for me because reasons. Meade 70 mm Series 6000 Astrograph Quadruplet APO Refractor 261000. Both brandings have an R&P focuser. Pier-Tech Inc. Link and time info below: August 30 2021, 12pm PST. A couple small cosmetic dings on other spots from being in my camera bag. Astro-Tech AT70ED f/6 ED Refractor OTA. Good air travel tripod option for an AT70ED - posted in Refractors : I have some airline trips coming up. As I talked about in the past, the Astro-Tech sale will end when a certain number is met inventory wise (like the 102ED, 115EDT, and 130EDT). 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. 100mm APO Telescope APM Telescopes 100/800 APO Refractor. 3 300/70mm telescope, which is actually quite an ok little scope when used at ~f/7. Astro-Tech - AT72ED manual. 25" brass compression ring eyepiece holders. 25" with it fully extended. The Astro-Tech AT80ED has a retractable lens shade and comes in a locking aluminum-frame carrying case with room for accessories. It's a awesome & affordable little kit that's made up of good quality gear I pieced together from the classifieds. 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. Feel free to make a contribution! Learn more. -Astro-Tech AT70ED 2. Page 2 of 5 - Astro Tech 80EDL or 80EDT? - posted in Refractors : I have an 80EDT and honestly I dont find it ideal for the planets. Feel free to make a contribution! Learn more. I have been doing some research on small refractors and have come down to these 2 options: 1. Page 1 of 2 - Eyepiece Advice - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hi Peeps, I am looking to purchase a small secondhand ED refractor for mainly visual but eventually photography. We have a shipment of Astro-Tech due late July. We carry all brands and products, like Meade telescopes, Celestron telescopes, and more.