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Explore Scientific ED115-FPL53 Carbon Fiber Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescope

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Explore Scientific ED115mm f/5.5 Carbon Fiber Air-Spaced APO Triplet Refractor - FPL53-115CF-01 

Discover the Explore Scientific ED115mm f/5.5 FPL53 Carbon Fiber Air-Spaced Triplet ED APO Refractor Telescope, your gateway to celestial marvels.

Marvel at the stark beauty of the lunar landscape, the tranquil elegance of Saturn's rings, and the brilliant gems of the Messier catalog through Explore Scientific's 115mm FPL-53 Apochromatic Refractor.

This telescope represents a fresh design from Explore Scientific, delivering superior optics courtesy of Ohara.

Utilizing Ohara FPL-53 glass, akin to Hoya FCD-100, this telescope achieves an unprecedented level of advanced chromatic aberration correction by pairing it with optical glass of a high refractive index.

Ohara FPL-53 stands as one of Ohara's finest achievements.

Designed to inspire impromptu stargazing sessions, this top-tier telescope boasts a true diffraction-limited optical system.

Its air-spaced triplet optical design all but eradicates chromatic aberrations, presenting stunning, high-contrast images.

Proprietary EMD enhanced multi-layer coatings grace all optical surfaces, enhancing light transmission.

Furthermore, this remarkable scope features a robust 3" Hexagonal focuser, capable of accommodating up to 10 lbs. of accessories.

The telescope includes an integrated dew shield, a Cradle Ring with Handle and Vixen Style Dovetail Plate, Explore Finder Scope Base, and a 99% Reflective 2" Diagonal.

At a weight of 15 lbs., transporting this telescope is effortless with the provided TSA-approved hard case. (Finder Scope NOT Included).

 


Features:

  • 225x Highest Useful Magnification: This high magnification capability enables detailed exploration of lunar features, planetary surfaces, and intricate structures within deep-sky objects, enhancing your observational versatility.
  • 115mm (4.5-inch) Aperture: The telescope's substantial aperture provides exceptional light-gathering capacity, allowing you to unveil the beauty of faint deep-sky objects and observe celestial phenomena with impressive clarity.
  • 632mm Focal Length: This telescope offers powerful magnification, perfect for studying planets, moon details, and deep-sky objects up close. It also enhances image quality for astrophotography when paired with the right gear.

  • Premium Ohara FPL-53 Glass: This top-tier glass ensures that chromatic aberrations are effectively minimized, resulting in vivid, true-color views and crisp, high-contrast observations.
  • True Diffraction-Limited Optical Design: The telescope's optical system is meticulously crafted to deliver images of the highest quality, offering an unparalleled level of clarity and precision in your observations.
  • Chromatic Aberration-Free: Thanks to its air-spaced triplet design, this telescope guarantees that your views remain free from color fringing, allowing for sharp, high-contrast images of stars, planets, and deep-sky objects.
  • Enhanced Multi-Layer Coatings: The proprietary EMD coatings on all optical surfaces enhance light transmission, ensuring that you capture celestial wonders with exceptional brightness, contrast, and minimal light loss.
  • Robust 3" Hexagonal Focuser: The telescope's sturdy 3-inch HEX focuser not only accommodates various accessories but also provides precise and smooth focusing, enabling effortless fine-tuning of your observations.
  • Integrated Dew Shield: The included dew shield is a practical addition, helping to prevent dew formation on the objective lens, particularly during prolonged observation sessions in humid conditions.
  • Stable Mounting and Easy Transport: The Cradle Ring with Handle and Vixen Style Dovetail Plate offer a secure and stable mounting solution while facilitating convenient transportation to your preferred stargazing locations.
  • Explore Finder Scope Base: With the pre-installed finder scope base, attaching a finder scope becomes effortless, simplifying the process of locating and centering celestial objects in your field of view.
  • 99% Reflective 2" Diagonal: This highly reflective diagonal preserves image brightness and contrast, ensuring that your observations are vibrant and detailed, whether you're observing the moon or distant galaxies.
  • TSA Approved Hard Carrying Case: The included hard case not only protects your telescope during transport but also meets TSA regulations, allowing for stress-free travel with your telescope to prime stargazing destinations.
  • Extensive Accessories: This package encompasses a TSA-approved hard carrying case for safe transportation, an integrated dew shield to prevent moisture, and a sturdy 3" Hex Focuser for precise focusing. It also features a cradle ring with a handle, a Vixen style dovetail plate for secure mounting, an Explorer finder scope base, a 99% reflective 2" diagonal, and the peace of mind with a lifetime warranty.

                                                                 

                                                                What's Included:

                                                                ✓ Explore Scientific ED115-FPL53 CF Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor

                                                                ✓ TSA approved hard carrying case

                                                                ✓ Integrated dew shield

                                                                ✓ 3" Hex Focuser

                                                                ✓ Cradle ring with handle and Vixen style dovetail plate

                                                                ✓ Explorer finder scope base

                                                                ✓ Reflective 2" diagonal

                                                                ✓ Lifetime Warranty



                                                                Specifications:

                                                                Item Number  FPL53–115CF-01
                                                                Focal Length  632mm
                                                                Focal Ratio  f/5.5
                                                                Limiting Magnitude  13
                                                                Resolution  .9 arcsec
                                                                Tube Length w/ Dew Shield  26"; 660mm
                                                                Tube Length w/out Dew Shield  23.75"; 603mm
                                                                Diameter  115mm
                                                                Weight  15lb; 6.8 kg
                                                                Dovetail  Vixen




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                                                                Gavin
                                                                My #1 choice for Astrophotography

                                                                The views and images that this Scope produces are simply breathtaking. After trying my hand at astrophotography with an ES doublet for about a year and a half, I decided it was time to upgrade to a triplet with the high quality FPL53 glass for a smoother viewing experience. This model was my #1 choice. The Carbon Fiber body is a cool added bonus, as it’s a few pounds lighter than this Scopes' non CF counterpart. I use my twilight I mount if I want a quick set-up for basic viewing. If you plan on doing astrophotography, I would recommend a GoTo equatorial mount.