FPL-53 apochromatic triplet with 2 ED lenses: The usual triplets use one ED lens and two Crown glass lenses. Our new AIRY APO104T PHOTO apochromatic refractor instead offers 2 ED lenses (one FPL-53 and one FPL-51), an innovative solution that allows you to get an even better chromatic aberration correction! The result is a perfect image, without any aberration with the colors that reach perfectly the same point of focus. For this reason the new AIRY APO104T PHOTO is also perfect for the most difficoult astrophotography where very long exposure times are required! In order to maximize the quality of this apochromatic refractor coupled with cameras with more than 15mm diagonal sensors (such as DSLRs), the optional Deluxe 1x field flattener is specifically designed for the T series and create pinpoint stars up to image edges, even with large sensors, up to 24x36mm.
Giant Hybrid-Drive da 2,7" focuser: One of the strengths of the AIRY APO104T PHOTO refractor is its wonderful Hybrid-Drive 2,7" (with adapter to use 50,8mm or 31,8mm accessories). The mechanical building precision eliminates the problem typical of normal Crayford focusers that, during the long exposures required by astrophotography, can have camera slippage moving the sensor out of focus. For this reason we have chosen to provide our Airy ED100 telescopes with the new Hybrid-Drive 2,7" focuser that adds, under the focuser tube, a rack and pinion thereby maintaining in position even heavy cameras (capacity of up 8 Kg). Below the focuser there's also a locking screw: closing it, you will be sure that your camera will not move any more! The Hybrid-Drive 2,7" focuser presents the connection for 50.8mm and 31.8mm accessories (comes with a handy 50,8mm and 31.8mm reducers). It also features a convenient 1:11 fine focus gear, particularly useful when you need to focus at high magnification. The focuser has a very long ride (95mm) to allow the use of both photographic instruments (cameras with accessories) and visual (eye and diagonal). For visual use, we recommend our 50.8mm XP dielectric diagonal for the observation of the sky or our XP 45° erect image prism for the one of terrestrial objects (use as a spotting scope).
Precision mechanical construction and 360° quality: You will be amazed of the mechanical quality of our AIRY APO104T PHOTO: full aluminum intubation made with precision CNC machine is rugged yet lightweight. All the components are treated at the highest levels to provide an instrument with which is a real pleasure to photograph or watch the sky! The aluminum front dew shield can be closed to make the telescope more transportable. The front cap is completely aluminum made. The focuser can be rotated freely through 360 degrees (without changing the focus point) to position the camera with the right angle and perfectly frame the object you want to record. The AIRY APO104T PHOTO refractor is an optics and mechanics jewel, and to carry it or keep it protected at best, it comes with a beautiful aluminum hard case.
PLUS system support rings: Forget about the uncomfortable and weak support rings that are often found in cheap telescopes! Our AIRY APO104T PHOTO apochromatic refractor has beautiful aluminum anodized support rings, made with high precision CNC machines, which are part of the PLUS (Prima Luce Universal System) system. This gives you maximum freedom in adapting the telescope to your request; at the same time, it has all the threaded holes, holes and slots suitable for connecting all the PLUS compatible elements, always with simple M6 screws. For example, you can choose to install either a Losmandy or Vixen plate type, or you can use the holes in the upper part of the rings to install a telescope in parallel (through the guide rings PLUS compatible) or another dovetail plat equals to one located below the telescope (to position where you want guide rings or to allow the sliding Vixen + Losmandy dovetail clamp).
Telescope collimation and optics test included in the price!
It not only matters which telescope you buy but also where you buy it. Our additional services:
- We are a leading telescope dealer and know the devices we sell. Our customer service team will gladly help you after your purchase if you have problems with assembly or operation.
- We provide a copy of the 80-page Telescope ABC beginners handbook with every telescope.
