My scope is a Stellarvue SVA130EDT, unreduced, so its running f/7. Share FOV. (92TCC) $627. While I appreciate the challenges the user is having with his AVX this conversation really should be in the Mounts forums. Not available yet and no information on reducers. The AT90CFT 90mm f/6 triplet apo is a very compact refractor for the serious observer and traveler. Moon looks great with 3. That is a 130mm f/7 ED Triplet with "regular ED" FK-61 glass, or its optical equivalent, as the center element. Of course, there was a lot of moonlight last night. Here is the Pacman Nebula, imaged through my Astro-Tech AT130EDT triplet refractor on an unmodified Nikon D3100 via an Astro-Tech 0. Mounted them up on my AP1200 and frantically shot through a Nikon 5500 unmodded at 30 sec and 1600 ISO. I can eventually try out both diagonal sizes and. Thank you for choosing this Astro-Tech AT102 ED high-. 8X focal reducer/field flattener is designed specifically for prime focus astrophotography with the Astro-Tech AT130EDT apo refractor. While it may also thread in and work well with other brands and models of f/7 refractors that use a 2. 00 could get me into a much better aperture without giving the CFO a complete coronary. AstroTech has a supped up version of the. The processing was done in PixInsight. The AT130EDT is the perfect size for my GEM45. For Sale: Astro-Tech 0. 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. html. Quick processing in Affinity Photo, still learning. Astro-Tech AT130EDT Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI533MC Pro Mounts iOptron CEM70 Filters Astronomik L3 Accessories ZWO EAF · HOTECH SCA Field Flattener · ZWO EFW 1. My question is, which of these would take the most advantage of the new camera? My initial reaction is the redcat because of how drastically different the focal length is to my 8"Edge, it would give me two very different rigs to cover. Astromart. want to get it ready for galaxy season and I feel with the dedicated . "The Astro-Tech AT130EDT allows imaging with a DSLR or CCD using an APS-C or equivalent sensor (29mm diagonal) with no vignetting. I happen to have the 2. Page 1 of 2 - AT130 & 1X flat - posted in Refractors : Thinking about adding a 1x flattener to my new Astro-Tech 130EDT. Castor and deathtical like this Back to top #10 rkaufmann87 rkaufmann87. Normal Hours: Monday - Friday 10am - 4:30pm. The AT130EDT reducer actually claims to work with "minor vignetting at the corners", but the M42 thread on it seems a bit too small. Resolution Formula: ( Pixel Size / Telescope Focal Length ) X 206. The lens is the same on both of them. I have narrowed down my choices to either the AT124EDL or the AT130EDT. The fully-multicoated Astro-Tech #ATREDT30V2 reducer/flattener converts the 910mm focal length f/7 Astro-Tech AT130EDT refractor into a 728mm f/5. Never shot through either of them. I cooled to -10, no dew heater on, but had a dew heater on the scope. 31mm, and less dynamic range at 14-bit ADC. It takes High power eyepieces well. • a dual-speed 2. The camera’s back is dominated by a large fan, which can cool the sensor to 35-degrees below ambient temperature. Place your astronomy ads, read the latest news articles and check out the current reviews of newest telescopes and equipment. Oiled triplet means only 2 air to glass surfaces which means less reliance on the optician to get 6 surfaces perfect - they only need to get 2 surfaces perfect. It is in like new condition and includes mounting rings, Losmandy D-style mounting plate, and the hard case. Astro-Tech AT-130EDT - Current price: $1,999 USD. The mechanics and finish of this. Especially when you are considering triplet apochromatic refractor. I definitely need a top mounted dovetail. One thing is for certain: there seem to be a vanishingly small numbers of reviews criticizing Astro-Tech scopes. Scope: Astro-Tech AT130EDT refractor Celestron AVX mount Orion Starshoot Autoguider Orion 60mm Guide Scope ZWO ASI2600MC Pro camera Optolong L-Pro light polution filter Pegasus Astro Powerbox 19 x 240sec Lights 15 darks 15 flats 50 bias Processed in PixInsight and Photoshop . Reason for selling - I just bought it's big brother, the AT152EDT. ASTRO-TECH AT130. Measuring only about 18" long with the focuser and dewshield retracted for storage and travel, the AT90 optically and mechanically fills the void left by the discontinued AT92, TMB-92, and 90mm f/5 Astro-Physics Stowaway (a legendary scope. The issue is it puts the flattener much closer. The GM8 wont cut it. Feel free to make a contribution! Learn more. Visually its not bad at all but photographically it shows considerable CA. James. Orion Nebula - First Light Astro-Tech AT115EDT Equipment Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses Astro-Tech AT115EDT Imaging Cameras Canon EOS 60Da Mounts AVX Accessories 0. Any touch of the focus knobs and nothing but jitters. I'm seeing that there may be a 2. 8X Reducer/Field Flattener For AT130EDT Triplet APO Refractor Version II is an equipment item of class Accessory on AstroBin equipment database. I see you have the AT115EDT, have you. So far I am happy with the images I get just as the scope comes naturally. My AT130EDT arrived Friday (the 0. CCD Filter Size Find the optimum filter size to avoid vignettingI'm excited because I have the Astro-Tech AT90CFT on order. Now using a Paramount MyT, which is great. Astro-Tech AT130EDT is an equipment item of class Telescope or lens on AstroBin equipment database. I mainly do imaging so the Astro-tech is a FPL-51 triplet and the APM is a FPL-53 doublet, I have a hard time figuring out which is better. This scope is the ultimate doublet refractor for those not wanting the weight and cool down of a triplet optical set. 5" rack-and-pinion focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing. I decided that I would spend 2 hours of the night imaging an object that I had already taken both from the backyard and. 7" hybrid-drive rack & pinion focuser features dual-speed (11:1) controls to easily fine-tune focus, and can support imaging gear trains weighing up to 17. I have cropped the image to help bring the details on reddit. 8x reducer/field flattener for Astro-Tech AT115EDT triplet apo refractor Version II. The Triangulum Galaxy! Imaged last night from my Bortle 5/6 back yard. Calculate the resolution in arc seconds per pixel of a CCD with a particular telescope. The Astro-Tech AT125EDL is an extension of the beloved 60ED and 72EDII. The Explorer Scientific is a choice but just hows does Astro Tech fit in with their 106mm and. Add to View. ASTRO-TECH AT92 F/5. 8 reducer/flattener and hard case. 265. This topic has been archived. Posted 08 February 2023 - 03:03 PM. 00 us $ in stock ASTRO-TECH AT115EDT F/ 7 ED TRIPLET REFRACTOR $1,499. Nikon D5500 (modified) is an equipment item of class Camera on AstroBin equipment database. The 130edt is. Astromart Customer Service. "The Astro-Tech AT130EDT allows imaging with a DSLR or CCD using an APS-C or equivalent sensor. Explore our collection of both achromatic and apochromatic telescopes from a variety of industry-leading brands when you shop online at High Point today!Imaging Telescopes: Astro-Tech AT130EDT Imaging Cameras: Canon 7D mark II Mounts: Skywatcher EQ6-R Pro Accessories: ZWO ASIAir Pro · Astro-Tech 0. The Astro-Tech AT130EDT?s slow-polished triplet optics, ED glass center element, and state-of-the-art optical multicoatings are even more impressive when you consider the package they come in. 00. These appear to be identical to those offered by Astro-Tech, which are also branded elsewhere as GSO. 00 us $ Availability: In Stock your help is much appreciated, if you ever find anything else let me know. 75). 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. Terry sent the information he has and this is just a starting point. Attaching FocusCube to AT130EDT- What Screws to remove on focuser? - posted in Refractors : So I just got my Astro-Tech AT130EDT in today and Im in the process of attaching my Pegasus FocusCube from my old scope. Glass is perfect. Page 3 of 3 - Astro-Tech AT-130EDT Triplet or StellarVue SVX-127D Doublet - posted in Refractors : Okay, I just did. The one I have has "Astro-Tech 0. Meade 6000 and Orion ION. $50. I didn't want to cancel the order from Astronomics as they have always been great to work with. There is approx. Quick view. You need only 64% as much time with a 0. 5 to f/7 range that use a 2" focuser. Note: even though the ASI2600MC glass has a built in UV/IR filter, all pictures were taken with an additional UV/IR filter in the imaging train. Thanks for clearing that up for me. T. 8x Reducer/Flattener - Tips for Afocal Photography - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Ive not yet tried using the Astro-Tech 0. It comes with a travel box. I've got my eye on the Astro-Tech AT130EDT. I would highly recommend the AT130EDT not only because it's closer to your desired price range, not. 5" rack-and-pinion focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing. I happen to have the 2. Mike, I think you've missed my message and mistaken my remarks as putting the Astro-Tech products down. When not being used for astrophotography, it was kept in a soft case lined with 2" foam. QHY268c Pegasus Focus Cube V2. Find the position of dust or reflections in your optics. Based on what I have read from people doing similar experiments, Takahashi refractors (4 times as expensive as an AT130EDT!) see that effect start in the near UV (< 4,000 Å). The Astro-Tech reducer/flatteners thread into the focuser for a solid connection. I think we have the same laser-finder bracket. That AT130EDT I bought in early June and returned a few days later could not hold a candle to that AT125EDL. . 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 . Optics: Astro Tech AT130 @ F5. We are an innovative science and technology. 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. To do this you need this Stellarvue adapter. The Astro-Tech reducer/flatteners thread into the focuser for a solid connection. The sleeve between the flanges is what affords the full 360˚ rotation of the focuser. I am a completely ignorant to solar imaging. SN 2022hrs in NGC 4647 - posted in Experienced Deep Sky Imaging: 2022hrs is a Type I supernova that was discovered in NGC 4647 on 4/16/2022 by Koichi Itakagi. 5mm) + qhy 268M (12. I have the AA115 version and it is excellent, so I would imagine the AT bigger brother version is also very good optically. 2X 12v Deep Cycle Batteries, one for mount, one for laptop. Page 119 of 127 - Who is waiting on a new Astro Tech to arrive? - posted in Refractors : Excellent, thank you sir. I have an AT130EDT. That means the scope will ride more. 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. This is the classic design for an APO made famous by Astrophysics. /astro-tech-0-8x-reducer-field-flattener-for-astro-tech-at130edt-triplet-apo-refractor-3517. None of them showed any CA like that AT130EDT I just had. FWIW, in the past I've also owned an AT130EDT, AT102ED, and. Total Integration Time 2. I haven't heard a single bad thing about the Astro-Tech 130, but I've heard a few horror stories about ES. The following is the description of the reducer and field flattener. $1850 - cash or PayPal (please include 3% for PP) Pick up in Fairhope, AL (near Mobile). 51 Trevor Bray #. 8 FF/FR the corners of this are just plane bad. Equipment Key. 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. I called Astro-Tech and asked for their opinion. Much appreciated. Before you buy a scope though you should invest the majority of your budget on a mount. I can confirm that it weighs about 16# when fully equipped. So, for the first time in my lifetime of astronomy, I'm actually satisfied. In the case of the Astro-Tech AT130EDT, the fishtail effect starts to get bad roughly at 4,200 Å. 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. The difference in the brands tends to be with the focusers etc. Add to View. I love this scope and do not see myself ever getting rid of it. Its package of standard features – a dual-speed Crayford-. Astro-Tech AT130EDT ZWO ASI294MM Pro. The mount does have an ADM dual knob clamp saddle which helps. 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. 8X focal reducer/field flattener is designed specifically for prime focus astrophotography with the Astro-Tech AT115EDT EDT apo refractor. 8x CCD Telecompressor for 92mm Stowaway and 105mm Traveler. First concern would be image quality, second is the focuser. When not being used for astrophotography, it was kept in a soft case lined with 2" foam. Optical performance of this example is quite good but with my eyes (and my air), I doubt I could see any difference between this and a comparable Takahashi. The AT72EDII. Page 2 of 2 - Astro-Tech AT130EDT: Excessive Chromatic Aberration? - posted in Refractors : My AT130 shows significant CA with color cameras. Last night I was using my AT130EDT with a 2. 30, 2016Page 2 of 3 - DPAC test of an Astro-Tech AT125EDL - posted in Refractors : These import scopes in general and Astro-Tech scopes in particular are very impressive - regardless of price point. - Camera: ZWO ASI533MC Pro (Gain 100, Offset 50, Temp -5C) - Filter: ZWO UV/IR Cut filter. Thanks MikeFWIW, the focusing mechanism you showed is also used by the Astro-Tech 2. . A few months ago I purchased a new Astro-Tech AT130EDT. 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. The camera side of the reducer uses 48mm T-threads to connect to a T-ring and camera body. $1000 for another 10mm? just wondering what the result would have been if you had used the 130 for same pic. . The AT115EDT, like its big brother the AT130EDT, has three pairs of collimation screws positioned at 120° intervals at the back of the objective. Looking at the CGEM or EQ6 (hopefully find a lightly used one) and maybe the ieq45pro. Please Log In to view the details for this classified ad. I started with the Sirius EQ mount and Orion ED80 combo, with and ASI1600-MM, and following the advice of many, upgraded my mount first. jpg Optically, it is good. I bought this new from Astronomics in February 2022. Admission. 8x Reducer/ Flattener and ZWO ASI2600MC. "The Astro-Tech AT130EDT allows imaging with a DSLR or CCD using an APS-C or equivalent sensor (29mm diagonal) with no vignetting. 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. Posted 30 November 2020 - 02:04 AM. mattyfatz and Brent Campbell like this #3 BRCoz Surveyor 1 Posts: 1,695 Joined: 21 Oct 2005 Loc: Florence, AzAstro-Tech 0. Apply to the Faculty of Science (Undeclared) as a high school student or a transfer student from another post-secondary institution. 6 mag/arcsec2). 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. Astrophotography is notorious for being insanely expensive. To clarify I was not asking about the back focus of the flattener. Teleskop-Service has a 130mm Photoline f/7 that looks almost the same as the AT130EDT, except. It performs wonderfully with practically no chromatic aberration. Some alternatives in the 115 mm range include the Meade Instruments 115 Series 6000, the Altair Astro Wave Series 115 f/7 ED, the Stellarvue SV115, the TS-Optics Photoline 115 and the Orion EON 115. The Skywatcher telescopes have a FPL 53 element. 98mm. I picked up a used AT130EDT a few weeks ago and was wondering about the glass spec. 5" focuser is extremely smooth. This telescope consists of an Astro-Tech 130mm f/6 FPL-53 triplet lens cell with a 3. Well I was dodging clouds but finally got an image with this . 5 TRIPLET APO REFRACTOR OTA. " I would very much recommend: Astro-Tech AT130EDT . 2821 NW Market ST, STE A. want to get it ready for galaxy season and I feel with the dedicated . Quick view. Page 14 of 16 - Astro Tech AT102EDL Owners Forum - posted in Refractors : A rare occurrence last night - the skies parted and gave clear views (with some light pollution from nearby Cleveland, as well as a full moon) of a few objects. 65x starizona unit and my AT130EDT. Add To Cart. 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. 9 or Astro-Tech AT130EDT 5. 8 reducer at 728mm Focal Lenght Losmandy G11G running Current Level 6 at 16 volts, GPS QHY268C Pegasus Focus Cube V2 QHY-Medium OAG ZWO asi174mm 2X 12v. The good news is that I have discovered that I am a refractor man. 6. The Astro Professional 102 and 110. 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 think you are conflating field of view and imaging circle. Mounting rings with dovetail for use on a Vixen-style altazimuth or German equatorial. My imaging train is composed of the Astro-Tech 0. Posted 23 February 2023 - 03:58 PM. It clearly was meant to make us all happy we chose an Astro-Tech telescope. "The Astro-Tech AT130EDT allows imaging with a DSLR or CCD using an APS-C or equivalent sensor (29mm diagonal) with no vignetting. 12" f/7 ED triplet . Astro-Tech 7" Universal Dovetail Plate. 75 thread on the upper end of the 2" nose piece that is intended to thread into the stock focuser. While it may also work well with other brands and models of f/7 refractors that use a 2. Sort By : SVBONY SV106 Guide Scope 60mm f/4 paired with ZWO ASI220MM Mini. ASTRO-TECH AT130 EDT F/7 Flap Panel (FP1) Home Flat panels Motorized flap panels ASTRO-TECH AT130 EDT F/7 Flap Panel (FP1) Automated, dimmable flap panel for your refractor telescope! € 350,00. 25" 99% Reflectivity Dielectric Diagonal for which Mike at Astronomics estimates 4 to 6 weeks to delivery. Page 39 of 48 - Astro-Tech AT125EDL Owners' Thread - posted in Refractors : I have also owned three different AT115EDT scopes. 10" Saddle Plate for Both D-Style and V-Style Bars (DOVEDV10) $240. 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. Page 25 of 46 - NEW Astro Tech AT80, AT115, AT130 EDT's ! - posted in Refractors : f/8 Currently no. To see what AP they are capable of visit Astrobin. . And the AT130 EDT seems like the best value for a big refractor. The images from its 709mm focal length f/6. I want a 1x field flattener and I dont believe Astronomics makes one for the AT130EDT. 2. Seattle, WA 98107Page 10 of 12 - Astro-Tech AT130EDT First Light Imaging Session Data - posted in Vendor and Group Announcements: All we need is just a little patience! Hmm. Its difficult for me to consider another refractor that offers this much value. Mechanically, it could be better But overall, for the price, it cannot be beat. QHY23 monochrome CCD cooled to -20C. 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. 67 = 2 / 3, 2 = 4 / 2). The choice of a bigger frac is for deeper targets over my existing 500mm Esprit100ed. My AT 152 EDT is. Posted 23 February 2023 - 03:58 PM. 8x reducer/corrector that is designed for it. 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. Tech Details. It will be used for imaging on a G11 with a DSLR. 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 astro-tech 115 and 130 triplets are very well reviewed. I have decided to sell my Astro-Tech AT130EDT refractor. This means that you cannot reply to this topic. 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. The. Page 1 of 2 - Astro-Tech Scopes. 00 us $ Availability: In Stock ASTRO-TECH AT130 EDT F/ 7 ED TRIPLET $1,799. LRGB 4 x 300. Comparison review of the AstroTech AT130EDT, Meade 7" LX-200 Mak, and Meade LX-90 8" SCT. 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. 8x reducer and field flattener with my AT130EDT and have some questions on setup for eyepiece projection photography. Star charts generated using Cartes du Ciel. I. 95 Strehl for the objective, and my observations at high power suggest excellent optics in perfect collimation. 67” and 2”. which explains why I own 3 telescopes made by Astro Tech. Requires 2. In that case a TEC fluorite will show "no" CA. 6 system for faster and wider field astronomical and terrestrial photography. Too many guys are hung up on FPL-53. Review by: Michael. 65% Processing: Pre-Processed L-Pro and L-extreme seprately in Pixinsight. Astro-Tech makes a range of Ritchey-Chrétien (RC) telescopes that are all designed specifically for imaging. The Astro-Tech 127EDT, in comparison, is a relative monster. "I would very much recommend: Astro-Tech AT130EDT . If the cost, size, or file sizes of the ASI2600mc-pro bother you, take a look at the ZWO ASI533mc-pro. The packing list shows that no flattener was sent, it is backordered. Cheers! Bob F. If any one has connected a similar configuration and could supply me a diagram or description; it would be. I may eventually get a AT130EDT. My understanding from looking at other posts they. 5% discount for being a Cloudy Nights member. Refractors. Wondering how they stack up against more costly scopes since they are quite a bit less spendy than the competition. If you add a reducer, to provide a wider field of view, the light is necessarily more "concentrated" towards. Lo and behold, I had a clear skies last night. 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. While this Astro-Tech #ATR8 0. 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. Astro-Tech specifies a minimum 0. Pending edit 4; Mounts 613 ; Filters 2238 ; Accessories 1410 ; Software 386 ;H-Alpha 3 x 600, 3 x 900. 5 hours. Astro-Tech AT130EDT Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI294MM Pro Mounts Orion Atlas Pro AZ/EQ-G Filters Chroma H-alpha 8nm Bandpass 36 mm · Chroma OIII 5nm Bandpass 36 mm · Chroma SII 5nm Bandpass 36 mm Accessories Astro-Tech . 25″ / 31mm Adobe Lightroom · Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Russell Croman Astrophotography BlurXTerminator · NoiseXTerminator · StarXTerminator . net. Joined: 18 Jun 2014. . Both companies do very well in that regard. 8x reducer/flattener has an M54x0. Ive been getting ok results, but after seeing the results some of you guys and others have. 1. Same fit and finish. They said they had all hands on deck to unpack, ship and stock their shelves over the weekend. Resolution Formula: ( Pixel Size / Telescope Focal Length ) X 206. SOLAR IMAGING with AT130EDT - posted in Solar Observing and Imaging: Hi all. 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. It performs excellent visually,. Post a pic of your AT130!Use ES Focal Extender with ASI1600 camera & AT130EDT scope - posted in Equipment (No astrophotography): I would like to connect up a ZWO ASI1600 camera using a ES Focal extender with a Astro Tech 130EDT refractor. -Celestron AVX mount -Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm f/7 telescope. The Astro-Tech AT130EDT is a excellent optical tube with slow polished triplet optics, ED glass center element and world class optical multicoatings. The AT130EDT reducer actually claims to work with "minor vignetting at the corners", but the M42 thread on it seems a bit too small. I am strictly a visual observer. William Optics 6AIII Reducer/Flattener $218 . 8x flattener (=728mm) its a bit lacking still for most galaxies. Captured with NINA, astro tech at130edt, losmandy g11, asi294mmpro and zwo SHO filters. I am so far very impressed with Astro Tech. Black Moonlite large format dual speed focuser with a brake. This scope is for the person wanting a little more than what the 60ED and 72EDII can bring to the table. Crystal clear view with no (in my limited experience) visual defects. I am on my hunt for a "goldilocks" 4 inch scope. In the case of the Astro-Tech AT130EDT, the fishtail effect starts to get bad roughly at 4,200 Å. I have the AA115 version and it is excellent, so I would imagine the AT bigger brother version is also very good optically. A straightforward and honest assessment of the AT115EDT. List:149. Ive got it working, but wonder if there are a better set of settings that I should be using. -Celestron AVX mount-Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm f/7 telescope with. The bad and good news. 4. My AT-92 on my Skywatcher AZ-GTi GoTo Alt-Az mount. A fantastic scope nonetheless. 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. 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. Tech Details. This thing took me a month and a half to get down, mostly due to clouds. 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. 5mm). All written information is included. 3. It weighs 1. I am waiting for an Astro-Tech 1. 3. 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. Astro-tech AT115EDT vs AT130EDT - posted in Refractors : Hi everyone, I currently have an AT80EDT and love it. 95. 8x reducer/flattener has an M54x0. 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. 8x Reducer/Field Flattener, dovetail plate included. His thoughts on the scope and flattener. In time I may get an Astro-Tech AT130EDT refractor. 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. Posted 11 February 2023 - 07:39 AM. The reducer comes in the original box. "Oh my scope has FPL-53 or I don't want it because it isn't made with FPL-53. ASTRO-TECH AT125EDL REFRACTOR OTA FCD-100 AND LANTHANUM F/ 7. Astro Tech AT115EDT APO triplet refractor. Astro Tech 115EDT - posted in Refractors : Does anyone know what type of glass is in this scope? Im looking to upgrade to a triplet from a William Optics doublet. Astro-Tech AT130EDT - Sale PENDING. com, create an. The important.