TS Optics Apochromatic refractor AP 102/714 ED OTA (51026)

The TS Optics Apochromatic Refractor AP 102/714 ED OTA is a portable, all-purpose telescope designed for advanced users interested in both visual observation and astrophotography. Its 102 mm aperture and f/7 focal ratio provide a bright, sharp, and nearly color-free image, thanks to its extra-low dispersion (ED) doublet lens and high-quality multi-coatings. The telescope is equipped with a precise 2" Crayford focuser that rotates 360° and allows easy adaptation for photographic equipment. This model is well-suited for those who want a reliable, high-performance refractor for a wide range of astronomical applications.

Key advantages:

• Well-corrected, adjustable ED optics for minimal chromatic aberration

• Stable and precise 2" Crayford focuser with reinforced ball bearings and stainless steel track for smooth focusing, even with heavy accessories

• 360° rotating focuser with removable 2" ring clamp and direct threaded connections (M68 & M63) for easy camera attachment

• Hand-assembled doublet lens with premium multi-coating on all glass/air surfaces for maximum contrast and clarity

TS Optics is a brand of Teleskop-Service.

Specifications

Optics

• Type: Refractor

• Optical design: Apochromat

• Aperture: 102 mm

• Focal length: 714 mm

• Aperture ratio: f/7

• Resolving capacity: 1.13 arcseconds

• Limiting magnitude: 11.8

• Light gathering capacity: 210

• Maximum useful magnification: 204x

• Tube weight: 3.98 kg

• Tube length: 733 mm

• Tube diameter: 105 mm

• Tube material: Aluminium

• Tube construction: Full tube

• Lens design: Doublet

• Coating: Multiple coatings

Focuser

• Type: Gear rack

• Fine focus gear reduction: 1:10

• Motorized: No

• Eyepiece connection: 2 inches

• Rotating: Yes

• Camera-side thread: M68 & M63

• Free aperture: 64 mm

Mount

• Mount type: None (OTA only)

• GoTo control: No

Included accessories

• Tube clamps: Yes

• Prism rail: Vixen-Style

• Dew shield: Yes

• Eyepiece adaptor: 2" / 1.25"

Area of application

• Astrophotography: Yes

Recommended for

• Beginners: No

• Advanced users: Yes

• Observatories: No