Thanks for clearing that up for me. Same fit and finish. 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. I am very close to ordering a new one, and have narrowed it down to either the AT130EDT or the ES ED127. I've taken many good images through it also. Page 1 of 2 - Regarding Astro-Tech 130mm Refractors - posted in DSLR, Mirrorless & General-Purpose Digital Camera DSO Imaging: Hey all, So I have an Orion 8 Newt and Ive been having issues with it for a while now. -Celestron AVX mount-Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm f/7 telescope with. The Astro-Tech scopes are well rated. 10. Terry sent the information he has and this is just a starting point. The specs shows this weighs 28 pounds. Before you buy a scope though you should invest the majority of your budget on a mount. 95. When not being used for astrophotography, it was kept in a soft case lined with 2" foam. 67 = 2 / 3, 2 = 4 / 2). The AT115EDT, like its big brother the AT130EDT, has three pairs of collimation screws positioned at 120° intervals at the back of the objective. 7 focuser is about 1-1/2 times as expensive, counting everything, and I judged that justified for me, personally. Before dawn this morning I had a clear sky with a beautiful waning crescent Moon up high. 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 love this scope and do not see myself ever getting rid of it. It will be used for imaging on a G11 with a DSLR. I have owned Three Astro Tech scopes, the AT 115EDT the AT 130EDT and the newest and largest the AT 152EDT. 8 focal length. "Oh my scope has FPL-53 or I don't want it because it isn't made with FPL-53. Edited by Taylor, 13 August 2022 - 09:25 PM. 8 reducer/flattener and hard case. I think we have the same laser-finder bracket. I have the AA115 version and it is excellent, so I would imagine the AT bigger brother version is also very good optically. Pending edit 2; Mounts 613 ; Filters 2237 ; Accessories 1411 ; Software 386 ;Astrotech (NASDAQ: ASTC) is an innovative science and technology development and commercialization company. Looks like a lot of scope for the money. Page 119 of 127 - Who is waiting on a new Astro Tech to arrive? - posted in Refractors : Excellent, thank you sir. 00. 8x reducer and field flattener with my AT130EDT and have some questions on setup for eyepiece projection photography. N. Outstanding value for money. Astro-Tech AT92 f/5. I may eventually get a AT130EDT. It's a doublet with Lanthanum ED glass mated to a. So just as a heads up, here are some of the numbers that are left on the models. AT130EDT focuser shaft diameter - posted in Refractors : Does anyone know the diameter of the focuser shaft on an Astro Tech 130EDT refractor? Mine hasnt arrived yet but I want to order a SestoSenso focuser and I need to know the shaft diameter to get the correct bushing. I've got my eye on the Astro-Tech AT130EDT. 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. 00. 7" Focuser (APO130F7-DEL) Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI2600MM Pro Mounts Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Filters Astronomik MaxFR SII 36mm 6nm · Astronomik MaxFR OIII 36mm 6nm · Astronomik MaxFR H-Alpha 36mm 6nm AccessoriesLooking at Astro-Tech Refractors , any experience - posted in Refractors : I’m looking to buy an Astro-Tech AT 115 EDT F/7 ED Triplet or AT 130 EDT F/7 ED Triplet. 53”), Astro-Tech AT115EDT ED triplet apochromatic refractor gathers over 27% more light than the more common size. Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses PrimaluceLab 60mm Guide Scope Guiding Cameras ZWO ASI290MM MiniAstro-Tech AT130EDT Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI2600MM Pro Mounts Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Filters Astronomik L3 Luminance Filter · Astronomik Deep Sky RGB Filter Set 36 mm Accessories ZWO EAF · ZWO Filter Wheel 7x36mm II · TS-Optics 0. A few months ago I purchased a new Astro-Tech AT130EDT. • a dual-speed 2. It is in excellent optical and mechanical shape, with very few noticeable signs of use. 8 reducer/flattener. Astro Tech AT130EDT - 130mm (5. 5” focuser for the TS130). So much for the new scope jinx. jpg Optically, it is good. I know solar imaging is a completely different technique. Location: Wessling Observatory, Fremont MI. Quick view. I dont mind spending a little more. 5" focuser, its performance with other scopes is not guaranteed. The. 5" focuser, its performance with other scopes is not guaranteed. Page 39 of 48 - Astro-Tech AT125EDL Owners' Thread - posted in Refractors : I have also owned three different AT115EDT scopes. 95 strehl or better optics. Here are a few technical details about the image: - Telescope: Astro-Tech AT130EDT refractor. Astro-Physics. AT152EDT. Im using the SV-50 right now as well, a good finder but Id rather have a proper piggy back refractor that I can use for more than a finder. but theres vignette when corrected on an APS-C sensor and its not easy on the back with visual. I would highly recommend the AT130EDT not only because it's closer to your desired price range, not. I received my AT102ED about two months ago and I am absolutely in love with it, but I want more. First concern would be image quality, second is the focuser. The black 60mm finder/guide scope is resting in its box. . 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 . I use this bracket for an astromania 60mm guidescope on my C9. The Astro-Tech AT130EDT is an excellent optical tube assembly with slow polished triplet optics, ED glass center element and world class optical multicoatings. So, for the first time in my lifetime of astronomy, I'm actually satisfied. mattyfatz and Brent Campbell like this #3 BRCoz Surveyor 1 Posts: 1,695 Joined: 21 Oct 2005 Loc: Florence, AzAstro-Tech 0. Posted 23 February 2023 - 03:58 PM. Wow the cost difference is astonishing between the Astro-Tech vs. A reducer produces a wider field of view. but theres vignette when corrected on an APS-C sensor and its not easy on the back with visual. 5 to f/7 range that use a 2" focuser. Yes, IIRC Celestron upgraded the CG-5 to a tripod with 2-inch legs. Over all Im very happy with this purchase, the scope is very well appointed at a great price point. 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. These manual focusers are no longer available from Moonlite Telescope Accessories. Takahashi refractors are the best of all in that regard. 4. Well I was dodging clouds but finally got an image with this . Astro-Tech AT60ED and AT72EDII Black Friday Sale; Celestron AVX Sale; Universal Astro Sale; Various Used and Demo Scopes and Mounts; iOptron 20% Off Sale While Supplies Last; Meteorites. RainbowAstro RST-400 EQ Mount. 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 OTA Refractor includes a padded hard carrying case. Equipment Key. 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. I would also consider a Celestron C8 Edge HD SCT. Right now, I am between the Altair Astro Wave Series 115 F7 ED Triplet APO and the Astro-Tech AT115EDT f7 ED Triplet APO. Astro-Tech's old AT152EDT was an f/8 triplet using an FK61 ED center & lanthanum rear element, and had a 3. 8x CCD Telecompressor for 92mm Stowaway and 105mm Traveler. If the ad says in stock and you don’t pay, you can’t pre-order it and no scope will be held for you. 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. There was no reason to sell my Astro-Tech and buy his WO. C&C very welcome. 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. (Over achiever) Mount Aligned on 5 stars West, and 5 stars East NINA file Sequence - Attained from Stellarium, Plate Solved and centered with Astrometry. Equipment Key. Bortle 6. I picked up a used AT130EDT a few weeks ago and was wondering about the glass spec. I definitely need a top mounted dovetail. The Astro-Tech 127EDT, in comparison, is a relative monster. The focuser can rotate a full 360 degrees. Image details. Thank you for your responses!. As long as you hit the 55mm. Dust / Reflection Calculator. The choice of a bigger frac is for deeper targets over my existing 500mm Esprit100ed. The dual-speed 2. In summary, we are using Nyquist as a starting point, with a slight tweak, because we are typically sampling very small, circular, stars. 12" f/7 ED triplet . . 5" rack-and-pinion focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing. I mainly like to do Astrophotography, of Nebula, and do my best to get 200% out of whatever I'm working with. 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. That I may sell my SW 100 Esprit and buy a Astrotech AT130EDT. 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. 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 SoftwareM106 And Friends Equipment Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses Astro-Tech AT130EDTOur calculator, at typical seeing of 2-4”, uses the Nyquist formula of 1/2 and the 1/3 to stop stars becoming square so the optimal range is between 0. Mike, I think you've missed my message and mistaken my remarks as putting the Astro-Tech products down. The AT90CFT 90mm f/6 triplet apo is a very compact refractor for the serious observer and traveler. 6. Astro-Tech recently re-released the 65EDQ and was available for immediate delivery. Comparison review of the AstroTech AT130EDT, Meade 7" LX-200 Mak, and Meade LX-90 8" SCT. I know there are already some threads about the AT scopes, but some of them are too long to read! So, I would like to hear owners reviews of the AT130 for visual work. Telescopes Canada offers best telescopes, eyepieces, astrophotography cameras and accessories online at very best deals. A. This Astro-Tech #ATREDT30V2 0. Thank you, ChrisAstro-Tech AT130EDT Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI533MC Pro Mounts iOptron CEM60 Accessories ZWO ASIAIR Pro · Kendrick Dew Heater straps · Kendrick Bahtnov Mask · William Optics Flat 6AIII Software Adobe Photoshop · Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Adobe Camera Raw CC ACR Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses Astrotech 60mm F/4. Reason for selling - I just bought it's big brother, the AT152EDT. 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. On the front end, the retractable dew shield has an OD of 121mm, in case anyone is considering putting a filter there. The AT115EDT is probably a. Im impressed. Thank you Robert MorrisonPage 1 of 2 - Astro-tech 130EDT or APM 140 - posted in Refractors : So just getting opinions, Ive decided I want to get a larger refractor, and I know the price difference between the two, its just a one vs one idea. Thanks for the reply. 265. Equipment: Scope: Astro-tech AT130EDT. With so many new Astro Tech scopes arriving this week I expect a lot of new posts in here. Looks really awesome. This refractor will be on EQ6-R mount. Orion Nebula - First Light Astro-Tech AT115EDT Equipment Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses Astro-Tech AT115EDT Imaging Cameras Canon EOS 60Da Mounts AVX Accessories 0. Welcome to Astrotech. Tech Details. Astro Tech EDT Owners Thread(115/130/152) Started by midwestastronomer , Mar 12 2022 04:36 PM « Prev;. Gear used: Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm refractor 910mm FL, f/7 - aka Big Bertha Explore Scientific field flattener Celestron AVX equatorial mount ZWO ASI2600MC Pro color CMOS camera Optolong L-Pro light pollution filter Orion Starshoot Autoguider camera Orion 60mm guide scope ZWO autofocuser Acquisition software:. 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. 8 FF/FR the corners of this are just plane bad. 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. No issues. • a rotatable focuser. 7" dual speed focuser. The 130edt is. 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. ) glass. We invent, acquire, and commercialize technological innovations sourced from research institutions, laboratories, and internally to maximize shareholder value. 65% Processing: Pre-Processed L-Pro and L-extreme seprately in Pixinsight. Astro-Tec AT130EDT focuser screws for mounting ZWO EAF. the Astro Tech AT130EDT. Between the scope, a losmandy plate, and I think something else, I saved over $50. 5” focuser used in the AT130EDT (and, I believe, by the TS 2. 5mm) + qhy 268M (12. Posted 30 November 2020 - 02:04 AM. 5" rack-and-pinion focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing. The good news is that I have discovered that I am a refractor man. In the case of the Astro-Tech AT130EDT, the fishtail effect starts to get bad roughly at 4,200 Å. 8x reducer/field flattener for Astro-Tech AT130EDT triplet apo refractor Version II. The processing was done in PixInsight. Astro-Tech AT130EDT and 115EDT - Both look nice and I've seen rave reviews about each. "The Astro-Tech AT130EDT allows imaging with a DSLR or CCD using an APS-C or equivalent sensor. Astro-Tech AT130EDT 5. I own an AT-72EDII myself and had a positive experience dealing with Astronomics. Page 25 of 46 - NEW Astro Tech AT80, AT115, AT130 EDT's ! - posted in Refractors : f/8 Currently no. Waiting Period: We have some SVX130T's in stock or very near it. Glass is perfect. 2X 12v Deep Cycle Batteries, one for mount, one for laptop. - Camera: ZWO ASI533MC Pro (Gain 100, Offset 50, Temp -5C) - Filter: ZWO UV/IR Cut filter. The telescope-side barrel is threaded for standard 2″ filters so you can attach a light pollution filter. Review by: Michael. James. H-Alpha 3 x 600, 3 x 900. Will Trion sky atlas laminated field edition. 2. • a. I guess what I am. Offered is an Astro-Tech AT-130 mm apochromatic, air spaced triplet refractor (130mm, 5 inch f/6). 1. The AT130EDT is the perfect size for my GEM45. Page 1 of 2 - AT130 & 1X flat - posted in Refractors : Thinking about adding a 1x flattener to my new Astro-Tech 130EDT. Because this flattener has an M63 Male thread upfront, I can screw it directly into the focuser. The dual-speed 2. 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. Page 1 of 2 - Talk me outta an AT130edt! - posted in Refractors : I have this focal length covered with an 8 F4 newt. The mount is 1000000000x more important than the scope. A straightforward and honest assessment of the AT115EDT. html. Feel free to make a contribution! Learn more. "The Astro-Tech AT130EDT allows imaging with a DSLR or CCD using an APS-C or equivalent sensor (29mm diagonal) with no vignetting. I'm sure that I echo the appreciation and gratitude from your CN & Astro-Tech customers for your over-the-top efforts, well done! BRAVO! Tom . In summary, we are using Nyquist as a starting point, with a slight tweak, because we are typically sampling very small, circular, stars. Captured with NINA, astro tech at130edt, losmandy g11, asi294mmpro and zwo SHO filters. 8x Reducer/Flattener - Tips for Afocal Photography - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Ive not yet tried using the Astro-Tech 0. Total Integration Time 2. Astro-Tech AT125EDL. 12" f/7 ED. 3. It performs wonderfully with practically no chromatic aberration. 5" focuser, its performance with other scopes is not guaranteed. . 75 thread on the upper end of the 2" nose piece that is intended to thread into the stock focuser. I've heard good things about the scope and the company. Astro-Tech AT130EDT ZWO ASI294MM Pro. The AT130EDT is part of the family of AT scopes that showed up much later than the SS series (and from a different manufacturer). 5" focuser, it would complete the lineup (in my mind at least) of similar. Dates of Shoot: September 5th, 2015. It is in excellent optical and mechanical shape, with very few noticeable signs of use. I also own an AVX mount and was considering using it for astro photo work. Dust / Reflection Calculator. I am on my hunt for a "goldilocks" 4 inch scope. 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. However, I dont want to unscrew the wrong screws or Screw. Castor and deathtical like this Back to top #10 rkaufmann87 rkaufmann87. This is the latest version of our 130 mm apo triplet refractor. 95. Celestron Nexstar 102 GT computerized 4” refractor $140. 25″ / 31mm Adobe Lightroom · Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Russell Croman Astrophotography BlurXTerminator · NoiseXTerminator · StarXTerminator . AstroTech has a supped up version of the. For astrophotography, most likely you'll be better off with the AT130EDT. 8X focal reducer/field flattener is designed specifically for prime focus astrophotography with the Astro-Tech AT115EDT EDT apo refractor. Lighter than many 102ED scopes, with just a bit more reach. • a dual-speed 2. Setup: Astro-Tech AT130EDT 5. Ive viewed planets and DSOs. The mount does have an ADM dual knob clamp saddle which helps. The FF/FR is on back order so I’ve attached the WO 6AIII to see if it is compatible. Showing 1 to 15 of 121 total. " There are some fantastic images being published with Astro Tech scopes that aren't made of FPL-53. Astro-Tech 0. 95 rated glass and 7. Page 39 of 48 - Astro-Tech AT125EDL Owners' Thread - posted in Refractors : I have also owned three different AT115EDT scopes. It comes with a travel box. Page 2 of 2 - Astro-tech 130EDT or APM 140 - posted in Refractors : What camera did you use for that? I was all set to get the AT130EDT but now I may have to rethink it for the 140. 2. which explains why I own 3 telescopes made by Astro Tech. 00 us $ Availability: In Stock your help is much appreciated, if you ever find anything else let me know. 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. 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. Refractors. 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. Of course, there was a lot of moonlight last night. Astro-Tech AT130EDT · iOptron GEM45. Assuming the same QE, a larger pixel speeds up the image time also. Add To Cart. If you add a reducer, to provide a wider field of view, the light is necessarily more "concentrated" towards. It has been a terrific performer for AP. 8x reducer/corrector that is designed for it. 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. 8X reducer/Flatner for AT130EDT. On the other hand my Askar FRA 400 has been a dream. For visual use, the preference would be the 125EDL because of cool down time, guaranteed . This scope is the ultimate doublet refractor for those not wanting the weight and cool down of a triplet optical set. On the cameras web page ( ) when you scroll down to “The best solution for 55mm Bacfocus” it tells you exactly what is needed. 00 us $ in stock ASTRO-TECH AT115EDT F/ 7 ED TRIPLET REFRACTOR $1,499. I was using a KAF8300 chip with it at the time and just stuck it into the 2" focuser opening. ASTRO-TECH AT130. 75-inchers. Pretty good deal. 5" focuser and the AT . Paint is immaculate - no scuffs, scratches or dents. Normal Hours: Monday - Friday 10am - 4:30pm. AT130EDT only 5 pieces left . 8 Reducer / Flattener (Astro-Tech ATREDT115) Software Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight Acquisition details Dates: Jan. FPL-53 was a part of that. Astro Tech AT130EDT F/7 triplet in like new condition. Each retailer seems to offer a slightly different package, but the same scope and focuser. I use a ZWO AM5 with my AT130 and get excellent results. Posted 25 July 2021 - 11:27 PM. Page 47 of 49 - Astro-Tech AT125EDL Owners' Thread - posted in Refractors : Juergen, any kind of counterweight for that setup? I dont doubt that the tripod and mount will carry the weight but the scope is way off center and some balancing weight on the opposite side of the mount might be helpful. 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. This scope is for the person wanting a little more than what the 60ED and 72EDII can bring to the table. iOptron iEQ45 Pro is an equipment item of class Mount on AstroBin equipment database. That being said, if you get a lot of dew and your dew shield is badly. 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". I am a completely ignorant to solar imaging. Split Algieba nicely, not so great galaxies since moon is pretty bright, M3 looked good. The 80mm does great on the large nebulas, but some galaxies and the smaller nebulas are left wanting. I just ordered a 80mm triplet apochromatic Astro Tech refractor today, which I plan to use mainly for imaging but I also have all the accessories needed to use it for visual observing too. Now using a Paramount MyT, which is great. The AT130EDT reducer actually claims to work with "minor vignetting at the corners", but the M42 thread on it seems a bit too small. Astrophotography is notorious for being insanely expensive. Share FOV. 12" f/7 ED triplet . Add to View. 265. Although the features/specs/care paper is not specific, it's a good indication of glass qualityPage 2 of 2 - Talk me outta an AT130edt! - posted in Refractors : Please remember folks, for most of us the difference between FPL 53 glass and slightly lower grades of glass such as FK-61 (used by the AT130EDT) is not distinguishable. /astro-tech-0-8x-reducer-field-flattener-for-astro-tech-at130edt-triplet-apo-refractor-3517. Posted 02 December 2022 - 04:50 PM. 6. The issue is it puts the flattener much closer. While it may also thread in and work well with other brands and models of f/7 refractors that use a 2. Astro-Tech AT60ED, AT80EDT, AT115EDT, AT130EDT f/6 ED Triplet Refractors, Astro-Tech AT72EDII f/6 Refractor,. The Astro-Tech #ATREDT30 reducer/flattener can be connected to your AT130EDT in two different ways. 5. I really like the size and optics of my 5 Apogee, its gives very good views, but I just want that next level of performance. 95. It is in like new condition and includes mounting rings, Losmandy D-style mounting plate, and the hard case. Im thinking universal Losmandy style dovetail to use as a mount base for guide scope and accessories. I have an AT130EDT. 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. 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. 7" dual speed focuser. Black Moonlite large format dual speed focuser with a brake. ) Optics are excellent (O'Hara first quality FPL-53ED glass) and never touched. Other eyepieces such as the Astro-Tech 3. The sleeve between the flanges is what affords the full 360˚ rotation of the focuser. 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. 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. I just looked up the AT130mm. Solar system imagery courtesy: NASA/JPL. I am completely satisfied with the image quality. Vanguard. Processed in PI with help from Topaz denoiser. Much appreciated. None of them showed any CA like that AT130EDT I just had. ASI2600MC-Pro Best Practices (settings)? - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hi folks, Getting started with an ASI2600MC-P camera, as a significant upgrade from a DSLR. APM-Telescopes. Glad I’m not alone. Dual-speed 2" rack and pinion focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing. 5" rack-and-pinion focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing. For quick sessions, I prefer the portability of the 102 over my much heftier AT130EDT. Celestron 2” xcel 5mm ocular $50. Visually its not bad at all but photographically it shows considerable CA. Page 1 of 2 - AT130 & 1X flat - posted in Refractors : Thinking about adding a 1x flattener to my new Astro-Tech 130EDT. $75. Astro-tech AT130EDT TS optics 130 Photoline Astro-tech AT115EDT Login to vote and view results. ‘One of these scope will replace my Williams Optics 132 F7 I just sold only to have the replacement scope deal fall through, lesson learned . Build quality. It is a beautiful scope and. Looks like a G-11 is needed. · 950 views Hi everyone! I am looking for suggestions for my refractor. This new Astro-Tech AT130EDT refractor has: • 130mm f/7 fully multicoated triplet apochromatic optics using an ED center element. Includes dedicated Astro-Tech 0. Reviews. This was a vast improvement over the original 1. Edited by Oldfracguy, 02 July 2023 -. Type : Focal modifier / field corrector: Users : 2: Images : 8:Guidescope Suitability Calculator. I have a brand new still in the box AT130EDT f/7 I received from FedEx this afternoon. Astro-Tech AT80EDT, AT115EDT, AT130EDT f/6 ED Triplet Refractors, Meade Series 6000 ED Triplet APO 80mm, Meade Series 6000 ED Triplet APO 115mm, Meade Series 6000 ED Triplet APO 130mm, Stellarvue telescopes with the SV-F25B model focuser, Stellarvue SV70T f/6 APO Triplet,Page 28 of 46 - NEW Astro Tech AT80, AT115, AT130 EDT's ! - posted in Refractors : Well, my 115 arrived yesterday. Used an Astro Tech 2" field flattener. Product Description. Astro-Tech AT130EDT · William Optics ZenithStar 81 / ZS81 Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI2600MC Pro Mounts Losmandy G11 Filters Optolong L-eXtreme 2" Accessories ZWO ASIAIR Plus · ZWO EAF · Pegasus Power Box Micro Software Pixinsight Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses William Optics 50mm UniGuide Guiding Cameras ZWO. 5" flattener for the TS Optics line, which I believe rebrands the Astro-Tech 130 as it's own:. 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. J. The camera side of the reducer uses 48mm T-threads to connect to a T-ring and camera body. Yeah, these two scopes really are EDLs but it's probably too late to change the labeling / model. . It is the premium design. Astro-Andy - Nov 23 2023 01:37 AM Experienced Deep Sky Imaging Jupiter 11-22-23 Arizona City. Ordered an at130edt . $1000 for another 10mm? just wondering what the result would have been if you had used the 130 for same pic. The 80mm does great on the large nebulas, but some galaxies and the smaller nebulas are. First, I would like to say that I love the telescope. Moon phase: 59. 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. Posted 08 February 2023 - 03:03 PM. Guide: OAG-L. The total. The mount is 1000000000x more important than the scope. I popped in an 18mm Tele Vue Delite and had a peak (note: the scope was also freshly equipped. 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. Nice flat surface on the bottom of the focuser. The plan is/was to sell and then fund a big frac, but its Xmas and. Comparison review of the AstroTech AT130EDT, Meade 7" LX-200 Mak, and Meade LX-90 8" SCT. Setup for visual over the weekend and first clear skies was tonight. 51 Trevor Bray #. 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. Save Image. 8 reducer at 728mm Focal Length.