Explore Scientific ED140-FPL53 Carbon Fiber Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescope

Explore Scientific ED140mm f/6.5 Carbon Fiber Air-Spaced APO Triplet Refractor - FPL53-140CF-01 

Presenting the Explore Scientific ED140mm f/6.5 FPL53 Carbon Fiber Air-Spaced Triplet ED APO Refractor Telescope, a gateway to celestial wonders.

Witness the lunar terrain's serene beauty, Saturn's majestic rings, and the brightest gems of the Messier catalog with this remarkable instrument.

This telescope boasts a cutting-edge design from Explore Scientific, offering superior optics crafted with Ohara FPL-53 glass, renowned for its remarkable qualities akin to Hoya FCD-100.

By combining this glass with high refractive index optical elements, advanced chromatic aberration correction is achieved, setting a new standard.

Ohara FPL-53 glass is celebrated as one of Ohara's finest creations.

Designed to facilitate spontaneous stargazing, this telescope features a true diffraction-limited optical system.

Its air-spaced triplet design virtually eradicates chromatic aberrations, resulting in breathtaking, high-contrast images.

Proprietary EMD enhanced multilayer coatings grace all optical surfaces, enhancing light transmission.

Additionally, this telescope showcases a sturdy 3" Hexagonal focuser capable of supporting up to 10 lbs. of accessories.

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

Transport this 21-pound marvel conveniently with the included TSA-approved hard case. (Finder Scope NOT Included).

Features:

• 275x Highest Useful Magnification: This level of magnification enables you to explore fine lunar details, intricate features on planets, and the nuances of distant deep-sky objects with remarkable precision, enhancing your observational experience.

• 140mm (5.5-inch) Aperture: With its ample aperture, this telescope excels at capturing and rendering faint deep-sky objects with exceptional clarity, revealing distant galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters in rich detail.

• 910 mm Focal Length: This telescope offers powerful magnification for studying planets, the moon, and deep-sky objects up close. It also enhances image quality for astrophotography when used with suitable equipment.

• Premium Ohara FPL-53 Glass: Renowned for its superior optical properties, Ohara FPL-53 glass significantly reduces the presence of chromatic aberrations, ensuring that your observations are free from distracting color fringing.

• True Diffraction-Limited Optical Design: The telescope's optical system is engineered to provide impeccable image quality, allowing you to enjoy celestial objects with unparalleled clarity and sharpness.

• Air-Spaced Triplet Design: By eliminating chromatic aberrations, this design guarantees that your observations are free from color fringing, resulting in sharp, high-contrast images of stars, planets, and deep-sky phenomena, enhancing your observing sessions.

• Enhanced Multi-Layer Coatings: The proprietary EMD coatings applied to all optical surfaces ensure that you capture celestial wonders with exceptional brightness, contrast, and minimal light loss, enhancing the overall visual experience.

• Robust 3" Hexagonal Focuser: This sturdy focuser not only accommodates various accessories but also provides precise and smooth focusing, allowing you to fine-tune your observations effortlessly. Its hexagonal design adds durability to its functionality.

• Integrated Dew Shield: The dew shield effectively prevents the formation of moisture on the objective lens, ensuring uninterrupted observation even during extended sessions in humid conditions. This shield is seamlessly integrated for convenient protection.

• Cradle Ring with Handle and Vixen Style Dovetail Plate: These components offer secure mounting options and facilitate the transportation of the telescope to your preferred stargazing locations with ease. The handle enhances portability, making setup and relocation convenient.

• Explore Finder Scope Base: The pre-installed finder scope base simplifies the process of attaching a finder scope, aiding in locating and centering celestial objects swiftly and accurately. This base provides a user-friendly platform for enhanced observational precision.

• 99% Reflective 2" Diagonal: This highly reflective diagonal preserves image brightness and contrast, ensuring that your observations are vibrant and detailed. The 2" diagonal contributes to optimal image quality, enhancing your overall viewing experience.

• TSA Approved Hard Carrying Case: The included hard case not only provides a secure means of transporting the telescope but also complies with TSA regulations, allowing you to take your telescope on flights to prime stargazing destinations without hassle.

• Comprehensive Accessories: The package includes a TSA-approved hard carrying case for secure transportation, an integrated dew shield to prevent moisture, a robust 3" Hex Focuser for precise focusing. Cradle ring w/ handle, Vixen style dovetail plate for secure mounting, an Explorer finder scope base, a 99% reflective 2" diagonal, and the assurance of a lifetime warranty.

Explore Scientific ED140-FPL53 Carbon Fiber Refractor - Astrophotography in action:

What's Included:

✓ Explore Scientific ED140-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

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