APM Apochromatic refractor AP 152/1200 ED 2.5"-OAZ OTA (51275)

This apochromatic refractor telescope is designed for advanced users and observatories, offering a large 152 mm aperture and a focal length of 1200 mm for exceptional clarity and detail in astrophotography, planetary observation, and deep-sky exploration. Its durable aluminium construction, precision rack-and-pinion focuser with fine adjustment, and fully multi-coated optics ensure high performance. The included accessories, such as tube clamps, a Losmandy-style prism rail, and a transport case, make it convenient for integration into professional setups. This telescope is not recommended for beginners or solar observation without proper filters.

Specifications

Optics

• Type: Refractor
• Type of build: Apochromat
• Aperture (mm): 152
• Focal length (mm): 1200
• Aperture ratio (f/): 7.9
• Resolving capacity: 0.76
• Limit value (mag): 12.7
• Light gathering capacity: 470
• Max. useful magnification: 300
• Tube material: Aluminium
• Tube weight (kg): 10.7
• Tube diameter (mm): 156
• Dew cap diameter (mm): 186
• Coating: FMC (Fully Multi-Coated)
• Tube construction: Full tube
• Lens design: Doublet

Focuser

• Type of build: Rack and pinion
• Connection (to eyepiece): 2"
• Rotating: Yes
• Gear reduction: 1:10 fine focusing
• Free aperture (mm): 64
• Connecting threaded socket (camera-side): M68
• Load capacity (kg): 5

Mount

• Mounting type: No mount included
• GoTo control: No
• Type of build: OTA (Optical Tube Assembly)

Included Accessories

• Tube clamps: Yes
• Dew shield: Yes
• Eyepiece adaptor: 2" / 1.25"
• Prism rail: Losmandy-style
• Transport cases: Yes

Area of Application

• Moon & Planets: Yes
• Nebulae & Galaxies: Yes
• Nature Observation: Yes
• Astrophotography: Yes
• Sun Observation: Not recommended (only with appropriate Sun filter)

Recommended For

• Beginners: No
• Advanced users: Yes
• Observatories: Yes