It is in excellent optical and mechanical shape, with very few noticeable signs of use. 00. 1-800-422-7876 [email protected]" DoveLoc End Cap that comes with 92mm F6. 25 5 Position Software PixInsight · N. Outstanding value for money. QHY268C, Pegasus Focus Cube V2. I have decided to sell my Astro-Tech AT130EDT refractor. A fantastic scope nonetheless. . 8x CCD Telecompressor for 92mm Stowaway and 105mm Traveler. Meade 6000 and Orion ION. 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. Great picture BTW. It also accepts a standard 2" nose piece. 5. The packing list shows that no flattener was sent, it is backordered. Normal Hours: Monday - Friday 10am - 4:30pm. 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. 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. Dates of Shoot: September 5th, 2015. I dont mind spending a little more. The. The AT130EDT is a great f7 apochromatic triplet, and works well for visual or astrophotography. Larry obviously has some AP talent and experience. Actually I was looking at the Stellarvue complete kit with M2C head, extension column, and heavy duty stainless steel tripod (says made by Celestron for the CGEM mount). Other UO rebranders include Astro-Tech (AT130EDT), Altair Astro (Wave Series 130 F7), and Orion (EON 130mm ED triplet). 5" focuser, its performance with other scopes is not guaranteed. The 80mm does great on the large nebulas, but some galaxies and the smaller nebulas are. It’s a solid scope, but be warned it’s quite heavy. man, I know for certain I am about to be in some serious trouble. 5 - Looks lovely, heard great things about it, and at this speed I wouldn't need a reducer. These are available from your Astro-Tech dealer to provide the highest possible reflectivity and planetary contrast. Filter: Optolong L-Extreme. 7" Telecompressors Cables Off Axis Guiders SPECIALS DOWNLOADS OPTEC DEALERS Home » Focus Motor » #19976- ThirdLynx DirectSync APX25 #19976- ThirdLynx DirectSync APX25. 00 could get me into a much better aperture without giving the CFO a complete coronary. With so many new Astro Tech scopes arriving this week I expect a lot of new posts in here. 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. 5" focuser is extremely smooth. There are three set-screws which secure this in a recessed track, plus a thumb-screw for locking it in position. Nikon D5500 (modified) is an equipment item of class Camera on AstroBin equipment database. 75 thread on the upper end of the 2" nose piece that is intended to thread into the stock focuser. Edited by Taylor, 13 August 2022 - 09:25 PM. Our 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. Add to View. This scope is fabulous with the lens I have, AF82, 32mm waterproof 2". Requires 2. Comes with the . I want a 1x field flattener and I dont believe Astronomics makes one for the AT130EDT. Page 1 of 12 - Astro-Tech AT130EDT First Light Imaging Session Data - posted in Vendor and Group Announcements: Weather rolled in, so this isnt extremely complete. In the case of the Astro-Tech AT130EDT, the fishtail effect starts to get bad roughly at 4,200 Å. Astro-Tech AT130EDT 5. · 87 views Welcome, I’m a new AT130 owner. Pockets arent that deep for a WO, TEC or Stellarvue or even a Tak. 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. To see what AP they are capable of visit Astrobin. Telescopes Canada offers best telescopes, eyepieces, astrophotography cameras and accessories online at very best deals. Black Moonlite large format dual speed focuser with a brake. Dust / Reflection Calculator. Both companies do very well in that regard. "My current favorite and most used is an AT130EDT. Should pair well with the cameras you mention too. I think this will be the perfect sized scope for me. "The Astro-Tech AT130EDT allows imaging with a DSLR or CCD using an APS-C or equivalent sensor. 8X reducer/flatner for the AT130EDT refractor. 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. Star charts generated using Cartes du Ciel. " AT125 EDL only two pieces left . 18 · SiriL for Linux Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses: William optics 50mm Guiding Cameras: ZWO. 5" focuser, it would complete the lineup (in my mind at least) of. 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. (0. One thing is for certain: there seem to be a vanishingly small numbers of reviews criticizing Astro-Tech scopes. My AT130EDT arrived Friday (the 0. I'm no longer wanting something bigger or better. 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. I would try getting the right corrector first and try that before buying a. 95. The important perfomance updates come in the type of ED element combination and the type of foucser the AT125EDL is built around. 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. 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. 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 CPC Deluxe 1100 HD's immense light grasp, almost 1600 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye, can reveal to you star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing visual and photographic detail. Not available yet and no information on reducers. The mechanics and finish of this. You will not go wrong picking. - Camera: ZWO ASI533MC Pro (Gain 100, Offset 50, Temp -5C) - Filter: ZWO UV/IR Cut filter. Paint is immaculate - no scuffs, scratches or dents. Loc: Green Springs Ohio. Posted 11 February 2023 - 07:39 AM. 2821 NW Market ST, STE A. Telescopes, mounts, eyepieces, filters by Astronomy Technologies. AT115EDT only 15 pieces left . Altair Astro Wave Series 130 EDT apo refractor review - BBC Sky at Night Magazine. Mike, I think you've missed my message and mistaken my remarks as putting the Astro-Tech products down. The fully-multicoated Astro-Tech #ATREDT30V2 reducer/flattener converts the 910mm focal length f/7 Astro-Tech AT130EDT refractor into a 728mm f/5. 5 to f/7 range that use a 2" focuser. 8x Reducer Field Flattener For the 60ED Optical Tubes. 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. Most owners, like myself are quite satisfied with the value. I am waiting for an Astro-Tech 1. 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. I. . My AT130EDT works great with the Astro-Tech 0. 6 system for faster and wider field astronomical and terrestrial photography. We've compared premium refractors (TEC, AP) side by side with it and visually, they had nothing on the Astro-Tech. Resolution Formula: ( Pixel Size / Telescope Focal Length ) X 206. I cooled to -10, no dew heater on, but had a dew heater on the scope. The Astro Tech ATREDT30 0. On the other hand my Askar FRA 400 has been a dream. ‘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 . AstroMart LLC. A representative took one to the 2010 Winter Star Party. The important. 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. 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. It is a standard 55mm with the extra shell. I didn't want to cancel the order from Astronomics as they have always been great to work with. 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. With its retractable dew cap pulled in, its overall length is just 34 inches, but extending the cap fully makes it a bit longer than the Orion scope. My deepest Leo Triplet so far - posted in DSLR, Mirrorless & General-Purpose Digital Camera DSO Imaging: Last weekend I had the opportunity to finally observe and image from a dark rural site (SQM ~21. This seems like the best value out there for a heavy duty mount (only $599). Anacortes Telescope. I have the smaller sister scope of the AT130EDT. Add to Cart. 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. Feel free to make a contribution! Learn more. All written information is included. These appear to be identical to those offered by Astro-Tech, which are also branded elsewhere as GSO. Quick view. The total. I am completely satisfied with the image quality. 12" f/7 ED. -ZWO ASI2600MC Pro cooled camera-ZWO EAF focuser-Optolong L-Extreme dual narrowband filter-Pegasus Astro Mini Powerbox-Orion 60mm guide scope-Orion Starshoot autoguider-Controlled with a MeLE Quieter3Q mini PC running Windows Software. 8x reducer/flattener This was purchased just over a month ago from our good friends at Astronomics and remains in "as new" condition. I sent it back for a refund after a couple days. Mine has plenty of color while using a camera. . Page 2 of 2 - Astro-Tech AT130EDT: Excessive Chromatic Aberration? - posted in Refractors : My AT130 shows significant CA with color cameras. 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. • a dual-speed 2. 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. My Orion Eon 130 EDT (essentially the same) works fine on my old Celestron CG5 with two 11lb. "The Astro-Tech AT130EDT allows imaging with a DSLR or CCD using an APS-C or equivalent sensor (29mm diagonal) with no vignetting. None of them showed any CA like that AT130EDT I just had. Astro-Tech AT130EDT 5. ASTRO-TECH AT125EDL REFRACTOR OTA FCD-100 AND LANTHANUM F/ 7. Craigar. Astro-Tech AT130EDT. For sale brand new never used Astro-Tech AT130EDT F/7 Triplet OTA with 0. In summary, we are using Nyquist as a starting point, with a slight tweak, because we are typically sampling very small, circular, stars. Check out our great products and the best brands. 53”), Astro-Tech AT115EDT ED triplet apochromatic refractor gathers over 27% more light than the more common size. You can only do so much with it before the tool starts. I would like to have a small collection of telescopes for just about every type of stargazing. It is excellent mechanically and also has very good to excellent optics. Yeah, these two scopes really are EDLs but it's probably too late to change the labeling / model. I'm also intrigued by some options from Sharpstar and Askar (like the FRA600 and Z4) that are a comparable price. This was a vast improvement over the original 1. 95 Strehl for the objective, and my observations at high power suggest excellent optics in perfect collimation. $199. " My current favorite and most used is an AT130EDT. I focused without a Bahtinov mask (just using Big Statistics for. Looks like a lot of scope for the money and purchasing it from Astronomics gets you a 2. Trying to use as much FL as I could. An astrophotograph by Mike H on AstroBinPage 2 of 2 - Astro-Tech115edt - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: I use a ZWO ASI2600MC Pro color on my AT130EDT. Since the aperture is fixed, you only got so much light to work with. In that case a TEC fluorite will show "no" CA. Actually, he said that was fine he would just keep it for now. The AT115EDT is probably a. I am testing the new Astro-Tech AT130-EDT and here are some of my results. Astro Tech EDT Owners Thread(115/130/152) Started by midwestastronomer , Mar 12 2022 04:36 PM « Prev;. Telescopes, mounts, eyepieces, filters by Astronomy Technologies. Setup: Astro-Tech AT130EDT 5. Also, on the tripod, it looks like its. 5" focuser, its performance with other scopes is not guaranteed. This Astro-Tech #ATREDT15 0. Ed Ting is wrong in this review about the AT115EDT not being able to be collimated. Comparison review of the AstroTech AT130EDT, Meade 7" LX-200 Mak, and Meade LX-90 8" SCT. Waiting Period: We have some SVX130T's in stock or very near it. I have an AT130EDT. I am very close to ordering a new one, and have narrowed it down to either the AT130EDT or the ES ED127. I purchased this scope new from Astronomics in October of this year. James. Mike, I think you've missed my message and mistaken my remarks as putting the Astro-Tech products down. In short, the AT115 is a terrific telescope! I own its big brother the AT130. Not available yet and no information on reducers. 12" f/7 ED triplet . Setup for visual over the weekend and first clear skies was tonight. Clicking on the picture takes you to the full-res Flickr page. Page 1 of 2 - AT130 & 1X flat - posted in Refractors : Thinking about adding a 1x flattener to my new Astro-Tech 130EDT. I was surprised as I was at least #15 on the wait list before a shipment of 10 or 11 was to arrive. Orion 2” 38mm superwide eyepiece. J. Deep sky object photographic data courtesy: DSS/STScI. The ASI2600MC Pro is well-built. While the image looks decent, I struggled in post processing with a strange looking gradient. Equipment explorer: Astro-Tech AT130EDT AstroBin's equipment database is entirely maintained by the community. We invent, acquire, and commercialize technological innovations sourced from research institutions, laboratories, and internally to maximize shareholder value. So, I was reading about some of you who use the Astro Tech telescopes from Astronomics and well, jumping up to the AT 130 EDT f/7 at $~2000. APM-Telescopes. 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. 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. Looking at the CGEM or EQ6 (hopefully find a lightly used one) and maybe the ieq45pro. Astro-Tech 0. Have the backfocus close but not dialed in. 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. 5mm) + qhy 268M (12. 1. First time posting in the experienced forum as I believe the question fits better here. 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. 5" focuser, it would complete the lineup (in my mind at least) of similar. 8 reducer at 728mm Focal Length. 8X Reducer Version II for AT130EDT (ATREDT30V2) SoftwareTop dovetail recommendation for an Astro-Tech AT130EDT - posted in Refractors : Ive been temporarily attaching my guide scope to the finder shoe which is an obvious no no. Astro-Tech AT92 f/5. 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. 8 reducer/flattener and hard case. 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. Save Image. I bought this new from Astronomics in February 2022. I can confirm that it weighs about 16# when fully equipped. 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. However, I. Page 5 of 127 - Who is waiting on a new Astro Tech to arrive? - posted in Refractors : Thought I would share a quick update on my few days old AT72EDll. Just waiting for that imx571 camera (s) in my future! The AT115EDT is about the largest refractor to fit my viewing habits. 8x reducer/corrector that is designed for it. For astrophotography, most likely you'll be better off with the AT130EDT. Astro-Tech recently re-released the 65EDQ and was available for immediate delivery. but theres vignette when corrected on an APS-C sensor and its not easy on the back with visual. net. Add To Cart. 8x Reducer/ Flattener and ZWO ASI2600MC. Quick survey to try things out. Astro Tech AT130EDT F/7 triplet in like new condition. The dual-speed 2. The black 60mm finder/guide scope is resting in its box. Page 3 of 3 - Astro-Tech AT-130EDT Triplet or StellarVue SVX-127D Doublet - posted in Refractors : Okay, I just did. The astro-tech 115 and 130 triplets are very well reviewed. I have decided to sell my Astro-Tech AT130EDT refractor. I'm seeing that there may be a 2. Will Trion sky atlas laminated field edition. I love this scope and do not see myself ever getting rid of it. Ill take some photos of the setup next time Im out. Don't have an Astromart account? Click here to create one. Astro-Tech AT125EDL. This refractor will be on EQ6-R mount. Especially when you are considering triplet apochromatic refractor. 12" f/7 ED triplet . Mounted them up on my AP1200 and frantically shot through a Nikon 5500 unmodded at 30 sec and 1600 ISO. Astro-Tech's old AT152EDT was an f/8 triplet using an FK61 ED center & lanthanum rear element, and had a 3. I repeat, IT. (92TCC) $627. Astro-Tech AT130EDT + iOptron CEM70 + ZWO ASI533MC Pro + Optolong L-eXtreme. To do this you need this Stellarvue adapter. I was also told ETA would be mid-May or so. I am also looking at an Edge HD 8. Astrophotography is notorious for being insanely expensive. 2X 12v Deep Cycle Batteries, one for mount, one for laptop. Lo and behold, I had a clear skies last night. Talk about a logistical nightmare. Astro-Tech AT130EDT - Sale PENDING. However, I dont want to unscrew the wrong screws or Screw. If you add a reducer, to provide a wider field of view, the light is necessarily more "concentrated" towards. • a heavy duty nylon carry case. 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. 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. Avg. Page 9 of 12 - Astro-Tech AT130EDT First Light Imaging Session Data - posted in Vendor and Group Announcements: Theres mine! Theres mine!! Jump to content Sign In. This is from the first run of 130's and was inspected and checked for collimation at Astronomics before being shipped to me. 5 fully multicoated triplet optics using a Hoya FPL51-equivalent ED element. 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. jpg Optically, it is good. I have cropped the image to help bring the details on reddit. Posted 08 February 2023 - 03:03 PM. Processed in PI with help from Topaz denoiser. The difference in the brands tends to be with the focusers etc. 8 DOUBLET $1,695. 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. TS, Tecnosky, Altair, Astro-Tech, etc. The Astro-Tech AT130EDT is an excellent optical tube assembly with slow polished triplet optics, ED glass center element and world class optical multicoatings. A reducer produces a wider field of view. The good news is that I have discovered that I am a refractor man. Wind also shakes the devil out of. Cheers! Bob F. Optec Astro-Physics 2. The following is the description of the reducer and field flattener. H-Alpha 3 x 600, 3 x 900. This is the classic design for an APO made famous by Astrophysics. When not being used for astrophotography, it was kept in a soft case lined with 2" foam. 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. Depending on how much money I have available I am considering a Celestron C6-R ( C150 ) achromat, Astro-Tech AT130EDT APO triplet or if things are really good a Takahashi TOA130 triplet APO. Astronomics owns and sells Astro-Tech gear but if they’re out of stock check some of the alternate sources that sell it under their own label. I am so far very impressed with Astro Tech. Enjoy crisp, high-contrast views of the night sky with a refracting telescope from High Point Scientific. The focuser can rotate a full 360 degrees. The person there was really courteous and professional and I very much. Astro-Tech AT130EDT ZWO ASI294MM Pro. Took in views of Saturn, Jupiter near the eastern. 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. I was set to get the AT130edt but now considering this. For sale is an Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm f/7 Triplet in excellent condition. My scope is a Stellarvue SVA130EDT, unreduced, so its running f/7. An Astro-Tech AT130EDT just showed up on the CN Classifieds for $1250 shipped. Review by: Michael. want to get it ready for galaxy season and I feel with the dedicated . Page 25 of 46 - NEW Astro Tech AT80, AT115, AT130 EDT's ! - posted in Refractors : f/8 Currently no. Before dawn this morning I had a clear sky with a beautiful waning crescent Moon up high. This is the latest version of our 130 mm apo triplet refractor. Total Integration Time 2. For some of us, the price wasnt almost too good!However all orders placed before 1/1/21 will get the $369 price. Page 6 of 16 - Astro Tech EDT Owners Thread(115/130/152) - posted in Refractors : Thanks, but that is a 0. "As I talked about before the Astro-Tech sale will end when a certain number is met inventory wise. Help us to grow by adding additional equipment to the database. Losmandy G11G running Current Level 6 at 16 volts, GPS. I was told that the AT130EDT would be too much for the lil. 00. Its package of standard features – a dual-speed Crayford-. I see you have the AT115EDT, have you. performance ED refractor. The night was extremely calm. ) glass. 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. Rotating 2. The Astro-Tech AT130EDT is an excellent optical tube assembly with slow polished triplet optics, ED glass center element and world class optical multicoatings. 5” focuser used in the AT130EDT (and, I believe, by the TS 2. My imaging train is composed of the Astro-Tech 0. counterweights for visual. 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. They said they had all hands on deck to unpack, ship and stock their shelves over the weekend. 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. Williams Optics Z61M-27 With a New AT130EDT - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Well I was able to capture an hour each of RGB on M-27 last night with my new AT130EDT. Using it primarily for imaging. 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. Used an Astro Tech 2" field flattener. It is in excellent optical and mechanical shape, with very few noticeable signs of use. 5 Rack and pinion focusers and built in camera angle adjusters! It sounds. Star charts generated using Cartes du Ciel. Both scopes are excellent, especially for the money. 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. I definitely need a top mounted dovetail. On the front end, the retractable dew shield has an OD of 121mm, in case anyone is considering putting a filter there. (I run mine at -10 degrees C). The telescope-side barrel is threaded for standard 2″ filters so you can attach a light pollution filter. 75 thread on the upper end of the 2" nose piece that is intended to thread into the stock focuser. It is in like new condition and includes mounting rings, Losmandy D-style mounting plate, and the hard case. My understanding from looking at other posts they. This new Astro-Tech AT115EDT refractor has: • 115mm f/7 fully multicoated triplet apochromatic optics using an ED center element. Astro-Tech AT130EDT paired with Astro-Tech 0. I can eventually try out both diagonal sizes and. Please Log In to view the details for this classified ad. . 5. Adobe Lightroom · Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Russell Croman Astrophotography BlurXTerminator · NoiseXTerminator · StarXTerminator . Over all Im very happy with this purchase, the scope is very well appointed at a great price point. 95. I have narrowed down my choices to either the AT124EDL or the AT130EDT. Lunt 8x32 SUNoculars Orion 70mm Solar Telescope Celestron AstroMaster Alt/Az Mount Meade Coronado SolarMax II 60 DS Meade Coronado SolarMax II 90 DS. The back focus is 55mm from the shoulder of the reducer to the. Offered is an Astro-Tech AT-130 mm apochromatic, air spaced triplet refractor (130mm, 5 inch f/6). 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. Find the position of dust or reflections in your optics. Image details. I think theres a more effective transfer to the lens cell that way. What do you guys think about mounts for the AT130EDT? Thanks, Dave. 2. For astrophotography, it is. Celestron 2” xcel 5mm ocular $50. It's an F7. AT130EDT and 0. 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. 31x11. 67 = 2 / 3, 2 = 4 / 2). I am not working my way through the 115s and 80s. Find the position of dust or reflections in your optics. So far the dew shield felt liner seems tight and is holding with little to no movement. 8X Reducer. Orion Telescopes has recently begun offering Ritchey-Chrétien scopes in 3 sizes: 6″ RC , 8″ RC, and 10″ RC. 92mm.