lolI have attached a picture of my AT130EDT setup for LRGB and narrow band. 5" rack and pinion focuser with a microfine 10:1 fine. To see what AP they are capable of visit Astrobin. 8 reducer/flattener. Incredible packing (plastic wrap on scope, scope in hard case, wrapped in bubble wrap,. I had to find something simple, something low-priced that doesn't require a lot of computer skills. In this review, I will show y. Astro-Tech AT130EDT is an equipment item of class Telescope or lens on AstroBin equipment database. 00 us $ Availability: In Stock ASTRO-TECH AT130 EDT F/ 7 ED TRIPLET $1,799. His thoughts on the scope and flattener. 8x reducer/field flattener for Astro-Tech AT115EDT triplet apo refractor Version II. /astro-tech-0-8x-reducer-field-flattener-for-astro-tech-at130edt-triplet-apo-refractor-3517. Page 10 of 16 - Astro Tech EDT Owners Thread (115/130/152) - posted in Refractors : Thanks. The back focus is 55mm from the shoulder of the reducer to the. Orion Telescopes has recently begun offering Ritchey-Chrétien scopes in 3 sizes: 6″ RC , 8″ RC, and 10″ RC. More likely that would have been the TMB-130 SS that was sold by Astro-Tech (and therefore Astronomics). 5mm). 7" focuser from an Astro-Tech 152mm f/8 EDT and fabricated by Parallax Instruments - Thanks Joe! - into the. I am still playing around with the blown out areas of R and Ha combinations around NGC 604 but enjoying how this one is coming out. 8 DOUBLET $1,695. Enjoy crisp, high-contrast views of the night sky with a refracting telescope from High Point Scientific. Adding the dedicated reducer/field flattener, #ATREDT30, will allow imaging with a full frame DSLR (43mm diagonal sensor) with only minor vignetting at the corners of the image. I picked up a used AT130EDT a few weeks ago and was wondering about the glass spec. 25 which is similar in design to the Astro-Tech finderscope. Im impressed. Feel free to make a contribution! Learn more. Astro-Tech AT92 $1,795 . Since I had to do some research to figure. I think this will be the perfect sized scope for me. 9 or Astro-Tech AT130EDT 5. This thing took me a month and a half to get down, mostly due to clouds. The processing was done in PixInsight. 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. It clearly was meant to make us all happy we chose an Astro-Tech telescope. Since I had to do some research to figure this out. In short, the AT115 is a terrific telescope! I own its big brother the AT130. Stars to the edge are not so bad that I need another attachment as of yet but I do some cropping of the finale image on some of the images mainly for my own enjoyment. QHY268c Pegasus Focus Cube V2. Dust / Reflection Calculator. I need to figure out the spacing on the . Loc: Green Springs Ohio. I am sure someone can brighten then the outskirts of the galaxy better and get more details. It will be used for imaging on a G11 with a DSLR. 8x reducer/flattener. When not being used for astrophotography, it was kept in a soft case lined with 2" foam. 5mm) + qhy 268M (12. Page 1 of 3 - Astro Tech 130 Reviews, Wait Time? - posted in Refractors : Im considering purchase of an AT130 for visual work. Astro-Tech AT152EDT - Your Experiences - posted in Refractors : I am thinking about getting a Astro-Tech AT152EDT and would love to hear about people’s experience and thoughts on this scope please. I just looked up the AT130mm. Larry obviously has some AP talent and experience. Please refer to the astrobin link to see the complete field of view image and full resolution. Equipment Key. 8X focal reducer/field flattener is designed specifically for prime focus astrophotography with the Astro-Tech AT115EDT EDT apo refractor. 5. $199. For Sale: Astro-Tech 0. 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 . Page 2 of 12 - Astro-Tech AT130EDT First Light Imaging Session Data - posted in Vendor and Group Announcements: Cool. The really odd part is that the SV60EDS and AT65EDQ look as if they came out of the same factory! Same focuser. James. Add To Cart. 8 reducer at 728mm Focal Length. 8 reducer at 728mm Focal Length. Page 5 of 15 - Astro Tech EDT Owners Thread(115/130/152) - posted in Refractors : Ron, congrats on the new AT130EDT! Re: dew strap, I prefer to put mine on the tube once the dew shield is fully extended. Comes with the . First, I would like to say that I love the telescope. Dates of Shoot: September 5th, 2015. 7" dual speed focuser. ) glass. 30, 2016Page 2 of 3 - DPAC test of an Astro-Tech AT125EDL - posted in Refractors : These import scopes in general and Astro-Tech scopes in particular are very impressive - regardless of price point. This model uses a lens design that provides excellent correction for imaging using a premier super low-dispersion center element and a very expensive Lanthanum rear element. "The Astro-Tech AT130EDT allows imaging with a DSLR or CCD using an APS-C or equivalent sensor (29mm diagonal) with no vignetting. AT130EDT. Was thinking of getting a larger Apo for more aperture and a larger focal length for some of the smaller DSOs. I have owned Three Astro Tech scopes, the AT 115EDT the AT 130EDT and the newest and largest the AT 152EDT. Astro Tech AT130EDT - 130mm (5. I. The Astro-Tech #ATREDT30 reducer/flattener can be connected to your AT130EDT in two different ways. I think we have the same laser-finder bracket. 9 Triplet. Page 6 of 16 - Astro Tech EDT Owners Thread(115/130/152) - posted in Refractors : Thanks, but that is a 0. It is in excellent optical and mechanical shape, with very few noticeable signs of use. Review by: Michael. Celestron 2” xcel 5mm ocular $50. The Astro-Tech 130mm focuser has a 54mm x 0. While this Astro-Tech #ATR8 0. Notice the reducer/flattener (the black tube with no markings), two spacers, the 8 slot EFW, and then the ASI183MM Pro cooled camera. · 87 views Welcome, I’m a new AT130 owner. We all have questions from time to time. An Astro-Tech AT130EDT just showed up on the CN Classifieds for $1250 shipped. Add To Cart. 65% Processing: Pre-Processed L-Pro and L-extreme seprately in Pixinsight. This seems like the best value out there for a heavy duty mount (only $599). A representative took one to the 2010 Winter Star Party. The black 60mm finder/guide scope is resting in its box. Astro-Tech AT130EDT Astro-Tech AT65EDQ Explore Scientific AR102 Air-Spaced Doublet Refractor GSO 8" f/8 Ritchey-Chretien GSO 8" f/8 Ritchey-Chretien Carbon Tube QHY5-II Mono QHY9 mono QHY9m/CFW2-M 7X36mm ZWOASI294MM Canon EOS 450D / Rebel XSi / Kiss X2 QHYCCD QHY163M QHYCCD QHY168C QHYCCD QHY9M ZWO. Save Image. In stock (can be backordered)ASTRO-TECH AT130 EDT F/7 ED TRIPLET OTA (1900 USD) Seems good, but the price seems a bit too low. It'll likely be a while before my AZ5 mount arrives and I'll. 5% discount for being a Cloudy Nights member. 10" Saddle Plate for Both D-Style and V-Style Bars (DOVEDV10) $240. $199. Wind also shakes the devil out of. I purchased this scope new from Astronomics in October of this year. The 80mm does great on the large nebulas, but some galaxies and the smaller nebulas are left wanting. My AT130EDT works great with the Astro-Tech 0. Page 1 of 46 - NEW Astro Tech AT80, AT115, AT130 EDT's ! - posted in Refractors : Just got an e-mail from Astronomics and it looks like they have a new lineup! AT80EDT F/6 priced at $749 AT115EDT F/7 priced at $1299 AT130EDT F/7 priced at $1799 All with 10:1 2. I believe these are the correct size I ordered from Scopestuff. Both companies do very well in that regard. Astro-Tech's old AT152EDT was an f/8 triplet using an FK61 ED center & lanthanum rear element, and had a 3. . LRGB 4 x 300. Page 22 of 33 - AT-130 and AT-115 -- The Second Wave - posted in Refractors : I cant wait either!!!! I have paid for a AT130EDT, case and reducer/flattener. The sleeve between the flanges is what affords the full 360˚ rotation of the focuser. Scope: Astro-tech AT130EDT Camera: 533mc PRO Guide Camera: 174mm mini Guide: OAG-L Filter: Optolong L-Pro, Optolong L-Extreme Mount: ZWO AM5 Exposure: 64x180 (L-Pro), 24x600 (L-Ext) Source: Backyard. Those award-winning 11" EdgeHD optics are mounted on a newly-upgraded Celestron CPC go-to mount with SkyAlign and GPS. Posted 08 February 2023 - 03:03 PM. AstroMart LLC. Not really surprising, but I was a bit surprised that the Mak did not put up a better fight! In all honesty after the APO I would choose the 8″ SCT simply because it’s much lighter physically and cools faster than the Mak. The Astro-Tech 127EDT, in comparison, is a relative monster. The first is the most secure for extended imaging sessions. Been nothing but headaches trying to use it for galaxy season. I ordered this a few months ago and have since been able to acquire an Esprit 150 f/7 so this is too close to what I already have. I'm wondering who else has ordered one or plans to. I know its important to balance in altitude, which is easy, but what is relative importance of balancing in azimuth? For example, the AZMP manual. A reducer changes the F/ratio, and so speeds up the required acquisition time. Quick survey to try things out. Save Image. A fantastic scope nonetheless. Ive been shooting for a year now with my Canon 90D and the gear below. Just waiting for that imx571 camera (s) in my future! The AT115EDT is about the largest refractor to fit my viewing habits. 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. Your scope is performing just as mine is. The Astro-Tech AT130EDT is an excellent optical tube assembly with slow polished triplet optics, ED glass center element and world class optical multicoatings. Astro-Tech AT130 EDT F/7 ED Triplet OTA By jpelli April 28, 2020 in Discussions - Scopes / Whole setups Followers 1 jpelli Members 0 11 Location: Pacific, MO Posted April 28, 2020 Can I get any and all comments on this scope as I am seriously considering it. "The Astro-Tech AT130EDT allows imaging with a DSLR or CCD using an APS-C or equivalent sensor (29mm diagonal) with no vignetting. 1-800-422-7876 [email protected]" DoveLoc End Cap that comes with 92mm F6. virtually color-free, even at high magnifications. 8x reducer/flattener has an M54x0. I find these compound eyepieces with built-in Barlow sections at the input, like the AT Paradigms and their Agena Dual ED clones, the BST 58° Planetary and the TeleVue DeLites, do almost as well as Orthoscopics. The 80mm does great on the large nebulas, but some galaxies and the smaller nebulas are. Add To Cart. This thread is for the AT115EDT & AT130EDT scopes, NOT their mounts. Per the Astronomics website, the correct spacing is 55mm for the FR/FF designed for the AT130EDT. Astro-Tech AT130EDT · TS-Optics Photoline 130 mm f/7 FPL53 Triplet Apo - 3. Setup: Astro-Tech AT130EDT 5. Fluorostar 132 (3700 USD) It's the most expensive one, but it also seems to be of very high quality (especially for its price). 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. I definitely need a top mounted dovetail. I'm no longer wanting something bigger or better. Moon phase: 59. The AT72EDII. The first attempt I used both the 12 pound Couter Weights but they were too close to the mount so I decided to try something else. 5 TRIPLET APO REFRACTOR OTA. He wasn't upset or anything. 75). Total Integration Time 2. 18 · SiriL for Linux Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses: William optics 50mm Guiding Cameras: ZWO. The important perfomance updates come in the type of ED element combination and the type of foucser the AT125EDL is built around. Brands / Companies 925 ; Cameras 3309 ; Sensors 465 ; Telescopes & lenses 3754 . But do not discard Astrophotography in the future. $1399 from Astro Tech, includes the optical tube, rings, plate, and aluminum case. Dust / Reflection Calculator. Page 25 of 46 - NEW Astro Tech AT80, AT115, AT130 EDT's ! - posted in Refractors : f/8 Currently no. I have the AA115 version and it is excellent, so I would imagine the AT bigger brother version is also very good optically. For astrophotography, most likely you'll be better off with the AT130EDT. ZWO ASI174MM Mini iOptron GEM45 Astronomik Deep-Sky · Astronomik NB 6nm. I was also told ETA would be mid-May or so. Im looking at the 60mm S-FPL-53/Lanthanum doublet and asking myself why not? Very inexpensive. On the other hand my Askar FRA 400 has been a dream. 7" hybrid-drive rack & pinion focuser features dual-speed (11:1) controls to easily fine-tune focus, and can support imaging gear trains weighing up to 17. Adobe Lightroom · Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Russell Croman Astrophotography BlurXTerminator · NoiseXTerminator · StarXTerminator . I wanted a 130mm refractor to add to my 81mm & 102mm, but unfortunately for me it is just on the heavy side when loaded for AP - not undoable - but I. This telescope consists of an Astro-Tech 130mm f/6 FPL-53 triplet lens cell with a 3. 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. 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. 25" 99% Reflectivity Dielectric Diagonal for which Mike at Astronomics estimates 4 to 6 weeks to delivery. 5" focuser is extremely smooth. I broke out my Ioptron 4. 95 Strehl for the objective, and my observations at high power suggest excellent optics in perfect collimation. 8x reducer. • a dual-speed 2. Ive been getting ok results, but after seeing the results some of you guys and others have. Page 29 of 46 - NEW Astro Tech AT80, AT115, AT130 EDT's ! - posted in Refractors : I got a peek at the moon and jupiter this AM. The person there was really courteous and professional and I very much. Page 2 of 2 - Astro-Tech AT130EDT: Excessive Chromatic Aberration? - posted in Refractors : My AT130 shows significant CA with color cameras. The FF/FR is on back order so I’ve attached the WO 6AIII to see if it is compatible. And for the 071 versus the 183, it is 4X faster, since the pixel is twice as large, so 25% of the time is needed. AT152EDT. And the AT130 EDT seems like the best value for a big refractor. #1 pout1248 Lift Off topic starter Posts: 14 Joined: 01 Aug 2023 Posted 11 August 2023 - 12:16 PM Hi All, Received this scope last week and have just now gotten around to some imaging with it (short exposure EAA with Sharpcap as it. ASTRO-TECH AT130 EDT vs Askar PHQ130 - posted in Refractors : I am about to call it quits with my Celestron Nexstar 8se OTA for AP. $1000 difference between these two scopes, and I am trying to justify the price difference!. theres a song in that. 5 to f/7 range that use a 2" focuser. QHY-Medium OAG ZWO asi174mm. My Orion Eon 130 EDT (essentially the same) works fine on my old Celestron CG5 with two 11lb. Lunt 8x32 SUNoculars Orion 70mm Solar Telescope Celestron AstroMaster Alt/Az Mount Meade Coronado SolarMax II 60 DS Meade Coronado SolarMax II 90 DS. Mike. 8X reducer/Flatner for AT130EDT. Or just going with : ASTRO-TECH AT115. Measuring only about 18" long with the focuser and dewshield retracted for storage and travel, the AT90 optically and mechanically fills the void left by the discontinued AT92, TMB-92, and 90mm f/5 Astro-Physics Stowaway (a legendary scope. 65 Stowaway or EC2725 for Traveler. Astro-Tech AT130EDT Imaging Cameras Nikon D5500 (modified) Mounts iOptron iEQ45 Pro Accessories Lacerta MGEN-2 standalone autoguider · Astro-Tech 0. mattyfatz and Brent Campbell like this #3 BRCoz Surveyor 1 Posts: 1,695 Joined: 21 Oct 2005 Loc: Florence, AzAstro-Tech 0. 8X focal reducer/field flattener is designed specifically for prime focus astrophotography with the Astro-Tech AT130EDT apo refractor. I have a AstroTech 130EDT refractor that I use for deep sky imaging. There was no reason to sell my Astro-Tech and buy his WO. William Optics 6AIII Reducer/Flattener $218 . Both scopes are excellent, especially for the money. I will be using it for both visual (mainly for planetary for the kids) and imaging. If you are mostly going to use the scope for visual observation, then you may as well get the 125EDL and save a few dollars as well as having a lighter scope. If any one has connected a similar configuration and could supply me a diagram or description; it would be. -Celestron AVX mount-Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm f/7 telescope with. Split Algieba nicely, not so great galaxies since moon is pretty bright, M3 looked good. Astrophotography is notorious for being insanely expensive. The lens is the same on both of them. The finely-machined scope has a dual-speed rack-and-pinion focuser with a microfine 10:1 fine-focusing ratio. For astrophotography, most likely you'll be better off with the AT130EDT. Product Description. It performs excellent visually,. Astro-Tech AT115 EDT vs SW ESPIRIT 120 for AP - Opinions? - posted in Refractors : As an admitted equipment junkie, Im contemplating my next purchase. 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. Amazon affiliate links: Orion XT6 Telescope (new version as of 2022) Us. Between the scope, a losmandy plate, and I think something else, I saved over $50. Page 39 of 48 - Astro-Tech AT125EDL Owners' Thread - posted in Refractors : I have also owned three different AT115EDT scopes. C&C very welcome. 7" dual speed focuser. 1. Astro-Tech AT130EDT and 115EDT - Both look nice and I've seen rave reviews about each. Avg. Product Description. Telescopes, mounts, eyepieces, filters by Astronomy Technologies. Astro Tech AT130EDT - 130mm (5. The specs shows this weighs 28 pounds. Page 1 of 3 - Astro-Tech AT-130EDT Triplet or StellarVue SVX-127D Doublet - posted in Refractors : I am 100% visual observer here - planets and deep space objects. Looks like a lot of scope for the money. The Triangulum Galaxy! Imaged last night from my Bortle 5/6 back yard. Page 1 of 46 - NEW Astro Tech AT80, AT115, AT130 EDT's ! - posted in Refractors : Just got an e-mail from Astronomics and it looks like they have a new lineup! AT80EDT F/6 priced at $749 AT115EDT F/7 priced at $1299 AT130EDT F/7 priced at $1799 All with 10:1 2. Edited by Cliff Hipsher, 11 November 2021 - 09:03 AM. The camera side of the reducer uses 48mm T-threads to connect to a T-ring and camera body. For sale is an Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm f/7 Triplet in excellent condition. I was set to get the AT130edt but now considering this. Astro-Andy - Nov 23 2023 01:37 AM Experienced Deep Sky Imaging Jupiter 11-22-23 Arizona City. What do you guys think about mounts for the AT130EDT? Thanks, Dave. Astro-Tech recently re-released the 65EDQ and was available for immediate delivery. 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. The Astro Tech ATREDT30 0. Oiled triplet means only 2 air to glass surfaces which means less reliance on the optician to get 6 surfaces perfect - they only need to get 2 surfaces perfect. 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. Here my only Astro-Tech refractor an AT80ED pictured below. AstroTech has a supped up version of the. It will be used for imaging on a G11 with a DSLR. 75 thread on the upper end of the 2" nose piece that is intended to thread into the stock focuser. Build quality. ·. As you add equipment to the view, the details will appear below. Larry obviously has some AP talent and experience. Looks really awesome. ASTRO-TECH AT92 F/5. The 130edt is. 265. A few months ago I purchased a new Astro-Tech AT130EDT. I happen to have the 2. AT130EDT Focuser Position for Visual ? - posted in Refractors : Hi Folks, I was reading this older CN thread: +focus and started to wonder now if the AT130EDT will have enough outfocus travel to accommodate my favorite diagonal, a Baader T2 Zeiss Prism, when used visually. 95. Astro-tech AT130 EDT Join group Forum for all things and images of AT130 scopes Group forum 5 posts in 1 topics View all New topic Images AstroBin is an image hosting platform and social network for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers. Yeah, these two scopes really are EDLs but it's probably too late to change the labeling / model. In that case a TEC fluorite will show "no" CA. 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. Of course, there was a lot of moonlight last night. William Optics FLT 91 Fluoro Star 91mm f/5. It's under $2k, and it's in stock. 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. Equipment. 9. If the ad says in stock, then you must pay immediately to actually have one listed as sold and in your name. Optional Astro-Tech Accessories: Astro-Tech makes 1/10th wave 1. The reducer comes in the original box. Also, on the tripod, it looks like its. The good news is that I have discovered that I am a refractor man. Astro-Tech specifies a minimum 0. 5" rack-and-pinion focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing. If the cost, size, or file sizes of the ASI2600mc-pro bother you, take a look at the ZWO ASI533mc-pro. Review by: Skyhunter1. Guide Camera: 174mm mini. Resolution Formula: ( Pixel Size / Telescope Focal Length ) X 206. ) The AT6RC is the baby of the bunch, and with an entry price of only $399, putting it right next to similar sized. (Over achiever) Mount Aligned on 5 stars West, and 5 stars East NINA file Sequence - Attained from Stellarium, Plate Solved and centered with Astrometry. Books including Nightwatch and Backyard astronomer $5 each. 8x Reducer Field Flattener For the 60ED Optical Tubes. Started by Woody218 , Oct 31 2021 04:06 PM. Pros: triplet, lots of excellent reviews, great visually but ready. . (The Ritchey-Chrétien design is what’s used by the Hubble and most other large aperture professional instruments. com is the leading portal for astronomy news, classified ads and telescope reviews. I also own an AVX mount and was considering using it for astro photo work. Specifically, I needed the three set screws at the back of the tube that engage a circular track-like groove connecting the focuser assembly. I decided that I would spend 2 hours of the night imaging an object that I had already taken both from the backyard and. 95 strehl or better optics. (Over achiever) Mount Aligned on 5 stars West, and 5 stars East NINA file Sequence - Attained from Stellarium, Plate Solved and centered with Astrometry. $1,350 shipped in the lower 48 states. Astro Tech EDT Owners Thread(115/130/152) Started by midwestastronomer , Mar 12 2022 04:36 PM « Prev;. The performance of this Astro-Tech 130mm FPL-53 ED (Extra-low Dispersion glass) triplet apochromatic refractor is superb, in keeping with Astro-Tech’s well-deserved reputation for producing optically and mechanically excellent optics. So far I am happy with the images I get just as the scope comes naturally. 5" focuser and the AT . The camera side of the reducer uses 48mm T-threads to connect to a T-ring and camera body. 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. Have the backfocus close but not dialed in. 25″ / 31mm Adobe Lightroom · Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Russell Croman Astrophotography BlurXTerminator · NoiseXTerminator · StarXTerminator . Check out our great products and the best brands. I have found a site that has the ED127 on sale for $2000, so the scopes are basically the same. The one I have has "Astro-Tech 0. Offered is an Astro-Tech AT-130 mm apochromatic, air spaced triplet refractor (130mm, 5 inch f/6). A few months ago I purchased a new Astro-Tech AT130EDT. its a solid bracket that keep the guidescope scope on well for use as a finder (with illuminated reticle) and as a. I have cropped the image to help bring the details on reddit. 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. Page 7 of 12 - Astro-Tech AT130EDT First Light Imaging Session Data - posted in Vendor and Group Announcements: Im really interested in hearing from owners once these get out and reading some test reports, along with images taken by them. List:149. 6 system for faster and wider field astronomical and terrestrial photography. Ive hear the GM8 can actually handle. Page 25 of 46 - NEW Astro Tech AT80, AT115, AT130 EDT's ! - posted in Refractors : f/8 Currently no. I am not looking for a field reducer. It is the premium design. 12" f/7 ED triplet . I was told that the AT130EDT would be too much for the lil. 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. So don't be a stranger. I would try getting the right corrector first and try that before buying a. I'm also intrigued by some options from Sharpstar and Askar (like the FRA600 and Z4) that are a comparable price. The AT130EDT reducer actually claims to work with "minor vignetting at the corners", but the M42 thread on it seems a bit too small. 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. Astro-Tech AT130EDT 5. 8x Reducer/Flattener for 130 APO" printed on it and has a 2" nose piece with a larger thread which can connect directly to the original focuser draw tube or be used in a 2" visual back. Since quite a few are now out there these days, I was wondering about folks experiences specifically with chromatic. Add to Cart. Especially when you are considering triplet apochromatic refractor. Optec Astro-Physics 2. This was a vast improvement over the original 1. 51 Trevor Bray #. The Astro-Tech AT125EDL is an extension of the beloved 60ED and 72EDII. A focal extender / barlow would make the image circle smaller. 00. Same fit and finish. SN 2022hrs in NGC 4647 - posted in Experienced Deep Sky Imaging: 2022hrs is a Type I supernova that was discovered in NGC 4647 on 4/16/2022 by Koichi Itakagi. Hopefully to do a little swiss army telescope with it, a little bit of everything. 3. 8 FF/FR the corners of this are just plane bad. I have the AT130EDT and it is a beast! Very clean views and great build quality. Log In to view the details for this classified ad. " There are some fantastic images being published with Astro Tech scopes that aren't made of FPL-53. Losmandy G11G running Level 6 Beta test at 16 volts, GPS. Star charts generated using Cartes du Ciel. 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. Image details. A reducer produces a wider field of view. Astro-Tech AT125EDL. 75mm internal (female) thread. RAKing and Castor like this Back to top #2107. The EON 104mm ED-X2 sports a big, 2. Astro-Tech AT-130EDT - Current price: $1,999 USD.