Astro Tech AT115EDT APO triplet refractor. We've compared premium refractors (TEC, AP) side by side with it and visually, they had nothing on the Astro-Tech. Mechanically, it could be better But overall, for the price, it cannot be beat. I own an AT-72EDII myself and had a positive experience dealing with Astronomics. I wanted to capture an image to witness it, so last night I collected 58 300-sec subs, in L only, from my backyard via my Astro-Tech AT130EDT, under generally poor seeing. 5" focuser, its performance with other scopes is not guaranteed. The AT130EDT is a great f7 apochromatic triplet, and works well for visual or. Product Description. Brands / Companies 925 ; Cameras 3309 ; Sensors 465 ; Telescopes & lenses 3754 . Save Image. I was told that the AT130EDT would be too much for the lil. It has been a long wait for this shipment but finally a lot of very happy customers will be first lighting a bunch of scopes very soon Nice work Michael and Astronomics . Page 12 of 12 - Astro-Tech AT130EDT First Light Imaging Session Data - posted in Vendor and Group Announcements: Im mount shopping now in anticipation for getting a 130mm next year. "The Astro-Tech AT130EDT allows imaging with a DSLR or CCD using an APS-C or equivalent sensor (29mm diagonal) with no vignetting. Castor and deathtical like this Back to top #10 rkaufmann87 rkaufmann87. Mounted them up on my AP1200 and frantically shot through a Nikon 5500 unmodded at 30 sec and 1600 ISO. The Astro-Tech reducer/flatteners thread into the focuser for a solid connection. com, create an. Apply to the Faculty of Science (Undeclared) as a high school student or a transfer student from another post-secondary institution. 25 (or better). Page 8 of 12 - Astro-Tech AT130EDT First Light Imaging Session Data - posted in Vendor and Group Announcements: If you think this list was bad, when the ETX90 was introduced we had over 1000 people that wanted to be contacted when it came in, and that was back in the 90s. Its package of standard features – a dual-speed Crayford-. Enjoy crisp, high-contrast views of the night sky with a refracting telescope from High Point Scientific. At this time, they don’t carry any spare parts and do not have the ability, tools or equipment to make any repairs (not even re collimation) in house. These appear to be identical to those offered by Astro-Tech, which are also branded elsewhere as GSO. Comparison review of the AstroTech AT130EDT, Meade 7" LX-200 Mak, and Meade LX-90 8" SCT. I think this will be the perfect sized scope for me. Build quality is very good: nice satin finish powder coat, smooth, robust focuser (that wont get touchy in the cold) with no backlash,. I've found the scope to be an excellent performer and quite color free. I would like to have a small collection of telescopes for just about every type of stargazing. The OTA Refractor includes a padded hard carrying case. Hmmm. 7" focuser from an Astro-Tech 152mm f/8 EDT and fabricated by Parallax Instruments - Thanks Joe! - into the. Orion 2” dielectric diagonal. Paint is immaculate - no scuffs, scratches or dents. 2. 0. My question is, which of these would take the most advantage of the new camera? My initial reaction is the redcat because of how drastically different the focal length is to my 8"Edge, it would give me two very different rigs to cover. Review by: Skyhunter1. Astro-Tech 0. 8 Reducer / Flattener (Astro-Tech ATREDT115) Software Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight Acquisition details Dates: Jan. The 80mm does great on the large nebulas, but some galaxies and the smaller nebulas are. Fluorostar 132 (3700 USD) It's the most expensive one, but it also seems to be of very high quality (especially for its price). The Astro Tech AT130EDT is tempting for some of the same reasons as the AT115EDT, but has the added benefit of largest aperture. I am very close to ordering a new one, and have narrowed it down to either the AT130EDT or the ES ED127. Unless of course you want to stare directly at Sirius. I am also able to get a nice flat field using the Hotech 2" flattener (SCA-FFT58) when I don't want to shorten the focal length. Astro-Tech AT130EDT 5. Pending edit 2; Mounts 613 ; Filters 2237 ; Accessories 1411 ; Software 386 ;Astrotech (NASDAQ: ASTC) is an innovative science and technology development and commercialization company. Instrument is 13 months old lightly used and in excellent condition (There are two very minor, hard to find, superficial scratches on the focused housing laquer finish. Page 34 of 46 - NEW Astro Tech AT80, AT115, AT130 EDT's ! - posted in Refractors : Last night was first light for the new AT 115EDT. An Astro-Tech 45° viewingSome of the same scopes are also sold by Astro-Tech (CN sponsor Astronomics), Altair Astro, Stellarvue, and probably some I'm forgetting/don't know about. 5. Image details. AT130EDT or ES ED127 (FCD100) - posted in Refractors : I made the mistake of selling my Astro-Tech 80EDT and giving a 6 RC a try. I would try getting the right corrector first and try that before buying a. Log In to view the details for this classified ad. I still haven't been able to actually use it though. Ive been shooting for a year now with my Canon 90D and the gear below. The optics will be the same but things like focusers, rings, dovetails, and other. Pier-Tech Inc. " AT125 EDL only two pieces left . 8x reducer/field flattener for Astro-Tech AT130EDT triplet apo refractor Version II. Looks like TS Optics have a similar 130mm triplet with FPL-53 glass, but it ships from Europe and not sure how much better it is. I focused without a Bahtinov mask (just using Big Statistics for FWHM in Maxim DL5) and fired off a few 3 minute exposures. Page 3 of 32 - Astro Techitis - posted in Refractors : Here is a photo of my Astro-Tech AT130EDT:IMG_4209. The Astro-Tech AT130EDT?s slow-polished triplet optics, ED glass center element, and state-of-the-art optical multicoatings are even more impressive when you consider the package they come in. Books including Nightwatch and Backyard astronomer $5 each. Page 1 of 2 - Astro-Tech 115EDT - am I the only one with this problem? - posted in Refractors : AT115EDT Repair I had called Astronomics about a month ago to ask about replacement parts for an AT115EDT. The first is the most secure for extended imaging sessions. I've posted images of the bespoke Parallax/Astro-Tech 130mm f/6 SDT apo before but this is a new thread so I'll post more recent images. Looks like a lot of scope for the money and purchasing it from Astronomics gets you a 2. Page 2 of 3 - Astro-Tech AT-130EDT Triplet or StellarVue SVX-127D Doublet - posted in Refractors : No question about reputation and pre-sales service. 5 TRIPLET APO REFRACTOR OTA. Looks like a G-11 is needed. QHY-Medium OAG ZWO asi174mm. Im thinking universal Losmandy style dovetail to use as a mount base for guide scope and accessories. Teleskop-Service has a 130mm Photoline f/7 that looks almost the same as the AT130EDT, except. Astro-Tech AT130EDT is an equipment item of class Telescope or lens on AstroBin equipment database. You can only do so much with it before the tool starts. So far the dew shield felt liner seems tight and is holding with little to no movement. Description: This image of the Crescent Nebula, aka NGC 6888, was captured from a "white zone" (San Jose, CA - Bortle 8) over 10 nights, between July 6, 2021 and July 15, 2021, totaling about 40 hours of data. Telescopes, mounts, eyepieces, filters by Astronomy Technologies. It has been a terrific performer for AP. This refractor will be on EQ6-R mount. Astro Tech 115EDT - posted in Refractors : Does anyone know what type of glass is in this scope? Im looking to upgrade to a triplet from a William Optics doublet. T. QHY23 monochrome CCD cooled to -20C. Posted 02 December 2022 - 04:50 PM. "The Astro-Tech AT130EDT allows imaging with a DSLR or CCD using an APS-C or equivalent sensor. . 5" focuser, its performance with other scopes is not guaranteed. Astro-Tech AT130EDT 5. I bought this new from Astronomics in February 2022. Yup the whole package is a complete winner! Astro-Tech AT130 EDT F/7 Triplet OTA - posted in Refractors : Can I get any and all comments on this scope as I am seriously considering it. So just as a heads up, here are some of the numbers that are left on the models. 8 reducer at 728mm Focal Length. In the case of the Astro-Tech AT130EDT, the fishtail effect starts to get bad roughly at 4,200 Å. 8x Reducer/Flattener For Small APO For DSLR Imaging - posted in DSLR, Mirrorless & General-Purpose Digital Camera DSO Imaging: I really need a flattener/reducer to bring my images together. The camera side of the reducer uses 48mm T-threads to connect to a T-ring and camera body. Loc: 36°N 105°W. The other end of the reducer/flattener is T threads (M42 x 0. Here my only Astro-Tech refractor an AT80ED pictured below. The problem is the AT130 focuser tube seems to have a 63mm diameter and I cannot find any adapter out there that goes from 63mm to 72mm. 6 lbs. Yeah, these two scopes really are EDLs but it's probably too late to change the labeling / model. While it may also thread in and work well with other brands and models of f/7 refractors that use a 2. Specifically, I needed the three set screws at the back of the tube that engage a circular track-like groove connecting the focuser assembly. You can declare this program as your major after one or more years of full-time study. The Astro-Tech AT125EDL is an extension of the beloved 60ED and 72EDII. Since I had to do some research to figure. Page 11 of 12 - Astro-Tech AT130EDT First Light Imaging Session Data - posted in Vendor and Group Announcements: I just finished all the 130s a few hours ago. Some alternatives in the 115 mm range include the Meade Instruments 115 Series 6000, the Altair Astro Wave Series 115 f/7 ED, the Stellarvue SV115, the TS-Optics Photoline 115 and the Orion EON 115. This seems like the best value out there for a heavy duty mount (only $599). Image Acquisition: Maxim DL, Processing, calibration and Stacking: CCDStack, Post Processing: PS CS5. Altair Astro Wave Series 130 EDT apo refractor review - BBC Sky at Night Magazine. There was no reason to sell my Astro-Tech and buy his WO. AT130EDT or ES ED127 (FCD100) - posted in Refractors : I made the mistake of selling my Astro-Tech 80EDT and giving a 6 RC a try. RAKing and Castor like this Back to top #2107. Formula: Pixel Size (mm) X Focal Ratio X Diameter of Shadow / Reflection (pixels) If you don't already know the size you can upload an image below and then click & drag over the dust doughnut or shadow to calculate the size. Back focus new ASI2600MC-Pro? - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hello all! Im new to the forums here, and I figured it would be safe to ask my noobie questions. Page 10 of 16 - Astro Tech EDT Owners Thread (115/130/152) - posted in Refractors : Thanks. 8x FF/FR Software AstroSharp Ltd SharpCap · Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight ·. 65x starizona unit and my AT130EDT. Moon age: 21. Lighter than many 102ED scopes, with just a bit more reach. Comparison review of the AstroTech AT130EDT, Meade 7" LX-200 Mak, and Meade LX-90 8" SCT. Astro-Tech AT130EDT and 115EDT - Both look nice and I've seen rave reviews about each. Ordered an at130edt . The back focus is 55mm from the shoulder of the reducer to the. I also ordered a 2x Barlow, but I am not sure about it yet. Great picture BTW. It takes High power eyepieces well. Clicking on the picture takes you to the full-res Flickr page. The processing was done in PixInsight. First, I would like to say that I love the telescope. 8 DOUBLET $1,695. Astro-Tech AT130EDT Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI6200MM Pro Mounts Astro-Physics 900GTO Filters Astronomik Deep-Sky Blue 2" · Astronomik Deep-Sky Green 2" · Astronomik Deep-Sky Red 2" · Astronomik L-3 Luminance UV/IR Block 2" Accessories Primaluce Lab EAGLE4 · TS-Optics TSFlat25G2 Software12 panel Heart and Soul - posted in Experienced Deep Sky Imaging: Ok, here is my 12 panel mosaic of the heart and soul nebulas. Astro Tech EDT Owners Thread(115/130/152) Started by midwestastronomer , Mar 12 2022 04:36 PM « Prev;. I am so far very impressed with Astro Tech. Black Moonlite large format dual speed focuser with a brake. Add to View. I have found a site that has the ED127 on sale for $2000, so the scopes are basically the same. 00 us $ Availability: In Stock your help is much appreciated, if you ever find anything else let me know. . It clearly was meant to make us all happy we chose an Astro-Tech telescope. Takahashi refractors are the best of all in that regard. Each retailer seems to offer a slightly different package, but the same scope and focuser. The telescope-side barrel is threaded for standard 2″ filters so you can attach a light pollution filter. (0. I have found a site that has. Astro-Tech . Astro Tech AT130EDT F/7 triplet in like new condition. Good luck on your shipping strategy too! Astro-Tech 130 or Explore Scientific 127 FCD100 - posted in Refractors : Looking to possibly buy either an AT130 used if I can find one or the available ES127 FCD100 new. "The Astro-Tech AT130EDT allows imaging with a DSLR or CCD using an APS-C or equivalent sensor (29mm diagonal) with no vignetting. Orion 2” 38mm superwide eyepiece. . My scope is a Stellarvue SVA130EDT, unreduced, so its running f/7. Lunt 8x32 SUNoculars Orion 70mm Solar Telescope Celestron AstroMaster Alt/Az Mount Meade Coronado SolarMax II 60 DS Meade Coronado SolarMax II 90 DS. AT152EDT. 8x reducer/flattener for AT130EDT Software: Darktable for Linux · Gimp 2. 8 reducer/flattener at 728 Focal Length Losmandy G11G, GPS QHY268c Pegasus Focus Cube V2 QHY-Medium OAG ZWO asi174mm 2X 12v Deep Cycle Batteries, one for mount, one for laptop MeLE Fanless Mini PC Quieter2 with a mini router connecting Via Ethernet to laptop in toasty. Im looking at the 60mm S-FPL-53/Lanthanum doublet and asking myself why not? Very inexpensive. Reason for selling - I just bought it's big brother, the AT152EDT. Astro-tech AT130 EDT / New AT130 owner; New AT130 owner. 5" rack and pinion focuser with a microfine 10:1 fine focusing ratio can rotate a full 360° to position the camera or eyepiece in comfortable observing position. It is in excellent optical and mechanical shape, with very few noticeable signs of use. Using it primarily for imaging. I've taken many good images through it also. Page 32 of 46 - NEW Astro Tech AT80, AT115, AT130 EDT's ! - posted in Refractors : My AT 115EDT shipped today!!!! Happy dance!! Thanks Astronomics!-Celestron AVX mount-Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm f/7 telescope with. Especially when you are considering triplet apochromatic refractor. I sent it into Orion so they could have a look at the mirror but theyve been pretty slow getting back to me with updates and it sounds like they havent even started the evaluation. Vanguard. Page 2 of 3 - Astro-Tech AT-130EDT Triplet or StellarVue SVX-127D Doublet - posted in Refractors : No question about reputation and pre-sales service. Now using a Paramount MyT, which is great. The AT125EDL is longer than the AT115EDT, but being a Doublet, albeit with a 10 mm aperture advantage, its objective cell is actually lighter than. I use a ZWO AM5 with my AT130 and get excellent results. I am very close to ordering a new one, and have narrowed it down to either the AT130EDT or the ES ED127. Astro-Tech AT130EDT AstroBin's equipment database is entirely maintained by the community. The Astro-Tech AT130EDT is the same thing as the Orion, with a smaller focuser, that is R&P instead of Crayford (most people prefer R&P, I do), for $1800. Astro-Tech AT-130EDT - Current price: $1,999 USD. For sale is an Astro-Tech AT125EDL refractor in near-new condition. Page 1 of 2 - Talk me outta an AT130edt! - posted in Refractors : I have this focal length covered with an 8 F4 newt. If the cost, size, or file sizes of the ASI2600mc-pro bother you, take a look at the ZWO ASI533mc-pro. Click here to create one For sale is an Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm f/7 Triplet in excellent condition. 6 mag/arcsec2). → Refractors. I use the AT130EDT as is comes with no reducer or flattener and all I do is imaging with the scope. Moon phase: 59. Losmandy G11G running Current Level 6 at 16 volts, GPS. That being said, if you get a lot of dew and your dew shield is badly. Losmandy G11G running Level 6 Beta test at 16 volts, GPS. Page 1 of 2 - ES127B or AT130EDT - posted in Refractors : Im close to making a decision on maybe purchasing one of these refractors. (92TCC) $627. On top of that, its a quad with the flattener built in and (contrary to popular belief) can be used for visual. Celestron Off-Axis Guider Celestron AVX goto mount ASI Air Pro Antlia 5nm dual narrow-band filter (H-α and OIII) ZWO ASI 071MC Pro color, cooled camera ZWO ASI 290mm mini guide cameraAstro Tech . Telescopes, mounts, eyepieces, filters by Astronomy Technologies. 5 to f/7 range that use a 2" focuser. . Looks really awesome. Its inexpensive, maybe too. This Astro-Tech #ATREDT30V2 0. I happen to have the 2. I am not working my way through the 115s and 80s. but theres vignette when corrected on an APS-C sensor and its not easy on the back with visual. Washed out but clearly the reducer does work. In the case of the Astro-Tech AT130EDT, the fishtail effect starts to get bad roughly at 4,200 Å. While the image looks decent, I struggled in post processing with a strange looking gradient. Astro-Tech AT130EDT ZWO ASI294MM Pro. Normal Hours: Monday - Friday 10am - 4:30pm. As the Skywatcher AZ5 mount I ordered a couple weeks ago hasn't been shipped or delivered yet. LRGB 4 x 300. Started by Woody218 , Oct 31 2021 04:06 PM. So looking at the 125EDL & 130EDT for inspiration, if you built a ~150mm EDL doublet using FCD100 & lanthanum elements at f/9 with a ~3. its a solid bracket that keep the guidescope scope on well for use as a finder (with illuminated reticle) and as a. 7" dual speed focuser. drd715 likes this Back to top;The new Astro-Tech AT102EDL is an extension of the beloved 60ED and 72EDII. performance ED refractor. I would highly recommend the AT130EDT not only because it's closer to your desired price range, not. I have an AT130EDT. The difference in the brands tends to be with the focusers etc. I sent it back for a refund after a couple days. I'm very impressed with the AT115EDT so far. which explains why I own 3 telescopes made by Astro Tech. Your scope is performing just as mine is. ) Optics are excellent (O'Hara first quality FPL-53ED glass) and never touched. Astro-Tech AT130EDT More Also available in the following variants: Custom-cooled Modified for astrophotography Custom-cooled Modified for astrophotography ClosePage 117 of 127 - Who is waiting on a new Astro Tech to arrive? - posted in Refractors : Received notification that my FF/FR for my AT72EDII has shipped. Was thinking of getting a larger Apo for more aperture and a larger focal length for some of the smaller DSOs. Before you buy a scope though you should invest the majority of your budget on a mount. After the accident I spent a lot of time going through the CN. ASTRO-TECH AT125EDL REFRACTOR OTA FCD-100 AND LANTHANUM F/ 7. I'm no longer wanting something bigger or better. The astro-tech 115 and 130 triplets are very well reviewed. Wondering how they stack up against more costly scopes since they are quite a bit less spendy than the competition. Pick up the phone, or drop us a line, and we will be happy to be of service. Nice flat surface on the bottom of the focuser. 5" focuser and the AT . Build quality. Good luck on your shipping strategy too! Astro-Tech 130 or Explore Scientific 127 FCD100 - posted in Refractors : Looking to possibly buy either an AT130 used if I can find one or the available ES127 FCD100 new. A T 102 ED. Thank you for your responses!. That is a 130mm f/7 ED Triplet with "regular ED" FK-61 glass, or its optical equivalent, as the center element. My original idea was to get the TS 130, but like you said it would be a lot more expensive. The camera’s back is dominated by a large fan, which can cool the sensor to 35-degrees below ambient temperature. ) glass. Still need to do some tweeking to get the OAG out of the field of view but I managed to gather some data for M33. Guide: OAG-L. So looking at the 115 and 130, both have. 8X Reducer. ASI 120MC-S imaging camera, a manual filter wheel, a "red dot" finder, Astro-Tech ATD2 2" Dielectric Diagonal for visual, and a Williams Optics "handle". 5" feathertouch on my AT130EDT but want to use the ATREDT30 with it. Page 1 of 3 - Astro Tech AT152EDT on sale for $3495 - posted in Refractors : Looks like Astronomics has lowered the price of the AT152EDT from $4395 to $3495. Resolution Formula: ( Pixel Size / Telescope Focal Length ) X 206. It has the same back illuminated sensor technology, same size pixels as the ASI2600mc-pro, same deep well depth at 50000 electrons, but it has a much smaller sensor at 11. AstroTech has a supped up version of the. AT130EDT just received, anybody else get one, eyepieces? - posted in Refractors : A few days ago I received an Astro-Tech ADT130EDT from Astronomics along with a field flattener and case. 8x reducer/flattener. Page 1 of 2 - Help Me Decide - posted in Refractors : I am about a month away from buying another AstroTech refractor. Im not going to any photography, just visual for myself and some outreach. And the AT130 EDT seems like the best value for a big refractor. It will be used for imaging on a G11 with a DSLR. The Astro-Tech scopes are well rated. Crystal clear view with no (in my limited experience) visual defects. Yes, IIRC Celestron upgraded the CG-5 to a tripod with 2-inch legs. 5" focuser is extremely smooth. • a rotatable focuser. I broke out my Ioptron 4. Edited by Oldfracguy, 02 July 2023 -. We are an innovative science and technology. Even rarer - two AT 102EDL scopes, both on Stellarvue MC002 mounts, viewing the sky from the same back yard. Ive got it working, but wonder if there are a better set of settings that I should be using. Page 3 of 3 - Astro-Tech AT-130EDT Triplet or StellarVue SVX-127D Doublet - posted in Refractors : Okay, I just did. 2. Pretty good deal. The mount is 1000000000x more important than the scope. For sale is an Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm f/7 Triplet in excellent condition. In short, the AT115 is a terrific telescope! I own its big brother the AT130. Astro Tech AT130EDT - 130mm (5. Page 1 of 3 - Astro Tech 130 Reviews, Wait Time? - posted in Refractors : Im considering purchase of an AT130 for visual work. 3. It's an F7. Astro-Tech AT130EDT Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI294MM Pro Mounts Orion Atlas Pro AZ/EQ-G Filters Astrodon Gen2 E-series Tru-Balance Blue 36mm · Astrodon Gen2 E-series Tru-Balance Green 36mm · Astrodon Gen2 E-series Tru-Balance Lum 36mm · Astrodon Gen2 E-series Tru-Balance Red 36mm Accessories Astro-Tech . - Mount: iOptron CEM70. It'll likely be a while before my AZ5 mount arrives and I'll. 5" rack-and-pinion focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing. I mainly do imaging so the Astro-tech is a FPL-51 triplet and the APM is a FPL-53 doublet, I have a hard time figuring out which is better. For Sale: Astro-Tech 0. . You will not go wrong picking. - Camera: ZWO ASI533MC Pro (Gain 100, Offset 50, Temp -5C) - Filter: ZWO UV/IR Cut filter. 3. 8 DOUBLET $1,695. Deep sky object photographic data courtesy: DSS/STScI. net. I have decided to sell my Astro-Tech AT130EDT refractor. Page 14 of 16 - Astro Tech AT102EDL Owners Forum - posted in Refractors : A rare occurrence last night - the skies parted and gave clear views (with some light pollution from nearby Cleveland, as well as a full moon) of a few objects. The choice of a bigger frac is for deeper targets over my existing 500mm Esprit100ed. From what I have read about scopes like the TS 130 f/7 FPL-53 triplet, the optics can be quite good for quite a good price. • a dual-speed 2. Nikon D5500 (modified) is an equipment item of class Camera on AstroBin equipment database. A straightforward and honest assessment of the AT115EDT. It’s a solid scope, but be warned it’s quite heavy. I had to find something simple, something low-priced that doesn't require a lot of computer skills. It will be used for imaging on a G11 with a DSLR. As you add equipment to the view, the details will appear below. Edited by BFaucett, 06 July 2020 - 11:37 PM. Thanks MikeFWIW, the focusing mechanism you showed is also used by the Astro-Tech 2. Add to Cart. Larry obviously has some AP talent and experience. 1. Ive been getting ok results, but after seeing the results some of you guys and others have. 2X 12v Deep Cycle Batteries, one for mount, one for laptop. Astro-Tech 0. 8 reducer at 728mm Focal Lenght Losmandy G11G running Current Level 6 at 16 volts, GPS QHY268C Pegasus Focus Cube V2 QHY-Medium OAG ZWO asi174mm 2X 12v. They get in a very small number of scopes and it is first come first served. I think this will be the perfect sized scope for me. Astro-Tech AT130EDT Imaging Cameras Canon EOS R Mounts Rainbow Astro RST-135 Filters Sense-Tech Innovation Company (STC) Astro Multispectra Accessories Pegasus Astro Powerbox Advance · Primaluce Lab SESTO SENSO 2 · Raspberry Pi Raspberry Pi 4 · SkyShed Observatories Pier · TS-Optics TSFlat25G2 SoftwareI know some focusers use double screws so hate to be guessing. Filter: Optolong L-Extreme. Add To Cart. AT80ED, AT80EDT, AT115EDT, AT130EDT, and AT152EDT scopes. Should pair well with the cameras you mention too. Thanks for the reply. I've heard good things about the scope and the company. This 5" Explore Scientific ES127 "Essential Series" apochromatic refractor has: 127mm f/7. The red and pink blotches are individual nebulae which reside within the Triangulum Galaxy. 00 could get me into a much better aperture without giving the CFO a complete coronary. Astro-Tech 0. Exposure: 55 x 600s, 30x30s. In that case a TEC fluorite will show "no" CA. AT130EDT vs 7" LX-200 Mak vs 8" SCT Comparison Review By: Vlad Fedosov Intro: I think that if you spend any time reading the equipment forums on your favorite astro web site you will quickly find that there are. Scope: Astro-Tech AT130EDT refractor Celestron AVX mount Orion Starshoot Autoguider Orion 60mm Guide Scope ZWO ASI2600MC Pro camera Optolong L-Pro light polution filter Pegasus Astro Powerbox 19 x 240sec Lights 15 darks 15 flats 50 bias Processed in PixInsight and Photoshop . I think we have the same laser-finder bracket. Dennis. Split Algieba nicely, not so great galaxies since moon is pretty bright, M3 looked good. " I would very much recommend: Astro-Tech AT130EDT . 53”), Astro-Tech AT115EDT ED triplet apochromatic refractor gathers over 27% more light than the more common size. 5mm) + qhy 268M (12. The packing list shows that no flattener was sent, it is backordered. It performs excellent visually,. Save Image. Note: even though the ASI2600MC glass has a built in UV/IR filter, all pictures were taken with an additional UV/IR filter in the imaging train. Barely able to reach focus - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hi everyone! I was finally able to put together my imaging train for the first time, during the day, and tested it to see where it would focus by pointing my Astro-Tech AT130EDT towards a distant object. Add To Cart. In time I may get an Astro-Tech AT130EDT refractor. "The Astro-Tech AT130EDT allows imaging with a DSLR or CCD using an APS-C or equivalent sensor (29mm diagonal) with no vignetting. Celestron Nexstar 102 GT computerized 4” refractor $140. Amazon affiliate links: Orion XT6 Telescope (new version as of 2022) Us. -ZWO ASI2600MC Pro cooled camera-ZWO EAF focuser-Optolong L-Pro light polution filter-Pegasus Astro Mini Powerbox-Orion 60mm guide scope-Orion Starshoot autoguider-Controlled with a MeLE Quieter3Q mini PC running Windows Software-Sequence. Attached Thumbnails. (Over achiever) Mount Aligned on 5 stars West, and 5 stars East NINA file Sequence - Attained from Stellarium, Plate Solved and centered with Astrometry. I sent it back for a refund after a couple days. 8x reducer/flattener This was purchased just over a month ago from our good friends at Astronomics and remains in "as new" condition. This works perfectly on the 'GTi and the dual encoders on the mount means I can unlock the clutches and move the scope manually without losing the GoTo calibration. Pros: triplet, lots of excellent reviews, great visually but ready for A/P (incredible photos found online), great price, good. Astro-Tech 7" Universal Dovetail Plate. Total Integration Time 2. 5 Rack and pinion focusers and built in camera angle adjusters! It sounds. Description: This image of the Crescent Nebula, aka NGC 6888, was captured from a "white zone" (San Jose, CA - Bortle 8) over 10 nights, between July 6, 2021 and July 15, 2021, totaling about 40 hours of data. - 180 x 60-second exposures. html. 5" rack-and-pinion focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing. But really, I'm trying to say they're great. want to get it ready for galaxy season and I feel with the dedicated . 6 system for faster and wider field astronomical and terrestrial photography. Was thinking of getting a larger Apo for more aperture and a larger focal length for some of the smaller DSOs. I have the AA115 version and it is excellent, so I would imagine the AT bigger brother version is also very good optically. $50. Page 13 of 16 - Astro Tech EDT Owners Thread (115/130/152) - posted in Refractors : I have the AT 115, and I just purchased a Vixen rail from Astronomics ( from the OPT auction ), putting that one on the bottom and mounting the shortie up top. • a. If the ad says in stock, then you must pay immediately to actually have one listed as sold and in your name. Im impressed. The Astro-Tech AT130EDT is a excellent optical tube with slow polished triplet optics, ED glass center element and world class optical multicoatings. Optional Astro-Tech Accessories: Astro-Tech makes 1/10th wave 1. Orion Nebula - First Light Astro-Tech AT115EDT Equipment Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses Astro-Tech AT115EDT Imaging Cameras Canon EOS 60Da Mounts AVX Accessories 0. Terry sent the information he has and this is just a starting point. 75mm internal (female) thread. Assuming the same QE, a larger pixel speeds up the image time also. The dual-speed 2. For sale brand new never used Astro-Tech AT130EDT F/7 Triplet OTA with 0. I can eventually try out both diagonal sizes and. Of course, there was a lot of moonlight last night. "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. I received my AT102ED about two months ago and I am absolutely in love with it, but I want more. Wow the cost difference is astonishing between the Astro-Tech vs. The AT130EDT is the perfect size for my GEM45.