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ASTELE
180 (Astronomical Telescope)
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ASTELE 180 EL |
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The ASTELE 180 is an excellent telescope for the
moon, planets and deep sky objects.
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Its optical design is Maksutov Cassegrain.
Its
diffraction limited optics are multi-coated and make
it a great instrument for doing astrophotography, delivering pin-point images over
a 35mm format.
If you're looking for a
telescope with large aperture and superb optics, the ASTELE
180 is that and more. Ideal for the professional or advanced amateur.
The ASTELE 180
uses U.S.
standard 1.25" O.D.-sized eyepieces (hundreds are available).
The ASTELE 180 is available in three models
- The ASTELE 180 OTA (Optical Tube
Assembly).
- The ASTELE 180 G (German Equatorial
Mount)
- The ASTELE 180 EL (with motorized
base, shown)
The ASTELE 180 G (German Equatorial Mount) comes
with slow-motion controls, setting circles, polar
axis finder, accessory tray and fully adjustable aluminum tripod.
Finish: black
Photo adapter for standard cameras and lens shade are available separately.
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SPECIFICATIONS |
ASTELE
180 OTA
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ASTELE
180
G |
ASTELE
180 EL |
Optical
Design |
Maksutov-Cassegrain |
Maksutov-Cassegrain |
Maksutov-Cassegrain |
Optical
Diameter: |
180
mm (7.1") |
180
mm (7.1") |
180
mm (7.1") |
Focal
Length: |
1800
mm (71") |
2134.3
mm (71") |
2134.3
mm (71") |
F-Ratio: |
f/10 |
f/10 |
f/10 |
Angular Field of View: |
38'20" |
38'20" |
38'20" |
Resolving
Power (arc sec) |
0.66 |
0.66 |
0.66 |
Optical
Coatings |
Multi-coated |
Multi-coated |
Multi-coated |
Limiting
Visual Magnitude (approx) |
13.5 |
13.5 |
13.5 |
Maximum
Practical Visual Power
• with 25 mm eyepiece
• with 10 mm eyepiece |
360
X
72 X
180 X |
360
X
72 X
180 X |
360
X
72 X
180 X |
Viewfinder
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8
x 40 mm, 90° |
8
x 40 mm, 90° |
8
x 40 mm, 90° |
Optical
Tube Dimensions (diameter x length) |
220
mm x 564 mm (8.7" x 22.2") |
220
mm x 564 mm (8.7" x 22.2") |
220
mm x 564 mm (8.7" x 22.2") |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction |
36.6 % |
36.6 % |
36.6 % |
Main Mirror
• material
• surface quality |
Astrosital glass
/ 8 |
Astrosital glass
/ 8 |
Astrosital glass
/ 8 |
Meniscus
• material
• surface quality |
Pyrex glass
/ 8 |
Pyrex glass
/ 8 |
Pyrex glass
/ 8 |
Eyepiece
Holder: |
1.25"
(31.7 mm) |
1.25"
(31.7 mm) |
1.25"
(31.7 mm) |
Focusing
Range |
10
m (33') – infinity |
10
m (33') – infinity |
10
m (33') – infinity |
Diagonal
mirror / prism |
mirror |
mirror |
mirror |
Mounting
Type |
– |
German-type equatorial |
Fork
mount |
Tripod
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optional |
Aluminum
w / GEM (A9025) |
Aluminum
(A9027) |
Wedge
Assembly Weight |
– |
– |
6
kg (13 lb) |
Total
Telescope Net Weight: |
9
kg (19.8 lb) |
21.2
kg (47 lb) |
24.5
kg (54 lb) |
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Suggested Retail Price: |
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$1,899.95 |
$2,449.95 |
$2,399.95 |
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