TS Optics Apochromatic refractor AP 100/580 Quadruplet Apo Imaging Star OTA (50205)

The TS Optics Apochromatic Refractor AP 100/580 Quadruplet Apo Imaging Star OTA is a premium telescope designed for astrophotography and demanding visual observation. Its advanced optical system provides a perfectly corrected field, delivering sharp and high-contrast images both at the center and edges of the view. The telescope features a true apochromatic triplet objective made with FPL53 glass from Ohara, Japan, and an integrated field flattener set at the optimal distance for maximum sharpness. The robust 3-inch CNC rack and pinion focuser supports heavy imaging equipment, and each unit is carefully checked and precisely adjusted before shipment.

Key Features:

• True apochromat with triplet FPL53 objective for excellent color correction and clarity

• Integrated field flattener for sharpness across the entire field

• 3-inch CNC rack and pinion focuser, capable of holding up to 6 kg

• Reflex-free optical system

• Adjustable and pre-aligned objective and corrector

• Each telescope is quality-checked before delivery

Specifications

Optics:
Type: Refractor
Design: Apochromat
Aperture: 100 mm
Focal Length: 580 mm
Aperture Ratio: f/5.8
Resolving Capacity: 1.15
Limiting Magnitude: 11.8
Light Gathering Power: 200
Maximum Useful Magnification: 200x
Tube Weight: 5.3 kg
Tube Length: 590 mm
Carrying Length: 490 mm
Tube Material: Aluminium
Tube Construction: Full tube
Lens Design: Triplet
Fully Corrected Field: 49 mm

Focuser:
Type: Gear rack
Load Capacity: 8 kg
Gear Reduction: 1:10 fine focusing
Adjustment Range: 46 mm
Eyepiece Connection: 2-inch
Camera-Side Thread: M82
Free Aperture: 102 mm

Mount:
Type: OTA (Optical Tube Assembly)
Mount Included: No

Included Accessories:
Integrated corrector
Transport case
Tube clamps
Dew shield
Eyepiece adapter (2-inch / 1.25-inch)
Prism rail (Vixen-Style)
Finder base (Vixen/Skywatcher Level)
Finder scope not included
Deviating optics not included

General:
Series: Imaging Star
Total Weight: 8.8 kg

Area of Application:
Astrophotography: Yes
Moon & Planets: Yes
Nature Observation: Yes
Nebulae & Galaxies: Yes
Sun: No (only with appropriate solar filter)

Recommended For:
Beginners: No
Advanced Users: Yes
Observatories: No