Description: Buy with confidence from the only Australian Explore Scientific distributorReveal 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 102mm FCD100 Apochromatic Triplet Refractor Telescope.This is essentially the same scope as the ES-ED10207-02 but offering greater quality optics. We use Hoya FCD100 optics which is very similar in characteristics as Ohara 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 the best glass ever produced by Hoya.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 little 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.Although it is a standout telescope on its own, the 102mm also is compact enough to mount on a larger telescope, which can add versatility to your astrophotography experience by separating the guiding and imaging duties.ED102 Classic White f/7 Air Spaced Triplet with Hoya FCD100 optics and Integrated Dew Shield; 714mm focal length; 2.5" HEX Focuser with 2 extension tubes; Integrated Vixen-Style Dovetail, Explore Scientific Hybrid Finder Scope Base (accepts both regular Vixen sized & Meade/Explore Scientific accessories) installed on scope; 99% Reflective 2" Diagonal. Weighs 12lbs. (Case and Finder Scope NOT Included)Inclusions:- ED102 FCD100 Triplet APO refractor telescope- 2" 99% reflective dielectric diagonal- 2 x extension tubes SpecificationsItem Number: FCD100–10207–02Focal Length: 714mmFocal Ratio: f/7Magnitude: 12.5Resolution: 1.14 arcsecTube Length w/ Dew Shield: 30.5"; 774mmTube Length w/out Dew Shield: 23.75"; 603mmDiameter: 119mmWeight: 10.9 lb; 4.94 kgDovetail: 45 mm Wide V-Block, Similar to Vixen Dovetail Style
Price: 3199 AUD
Location: Northbridge, NSW
End Time: 2024-01-24T05:35:05.000Z
Shipping Cost: 13.08 AUD
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Lens Coating: Fully multi-coated
Objective Lens Diameter: 102mm
Dimensions: See description
Maximum Magnification: More Than 100x
MPN: FCD100-10207-02
Aperture: 102mm
Weight: See description
Brand: Explore Scientific
Type: Refractor
Product Type: Telescopes
Mount Type: Vixen
Model: Explore Scientific ED102 FCD100 Series Air Spaced Triplet APO Ref
Features: Lens Cover, Triplet APO Refractor, Includes 99% dielectric carbon diagonal