TS Optics Apochromatic refractor AP 102/714 CF-APO 102 FPL55 Triplet OTA (70044)

The TS Optics Apochromatic Refractor AP 102/714 CF-APO 102 FPL55 Triplet OTA is a premium telescope designed for advanced users and astrophotographers. It features a robust 3.7-inch rack and pinion focuser, optimized for photography and capable of supporting loads up to 8 kg—ideal for heavy cameras and accessories. The focuser offers multiple internal threads for direct screw-on adapters, especially for flatteners, and can rotate 360° to help you select the best field of view. TS Optics is a trusted brand from Teleskop-Service, known for quality and reliability.

Optical Specifications

• Type: Refractor (Apochromat)

• Lens design: Triplet (FPL55)

• Aperture: 102 mm

• Focal length: 714 mm

• Aperture ratio: f/7

• Resolving capacity: 1.35 arcseconds

• Limiting magnitude: 11.8

• Light gathering capacity: 210 times the human eye

• Maximum useful magnification: 204x

• Tube weight: 7.6 kg

• Coating: Fully multi-coated (FMC)

• Stray light baffles: Yes

Focuser Features

• Type: Rack and pinion

• Eyepiece connection: 2"

• Camera-side threads: M92, M82, M63

• Free aperture: 94 mm

• Motorized: No

• Ring clamp: Yes

• Load capacity: 8 kg

• Gear reduction: Yes

• Rotating: Yes (360°)

Mount and Accessories

• Mounting: Optical Tube Assembly (OTA, no mount included)

• Dew shield: Yes

• Corrector: Not included

• Prism rail: Losmandy-style

• Carrying handle: Yes

• Transport case: Yes

• Finder base: Vixen/Skywatcher compatible

• Eyepiece adapter: 2" / 1.25"

• Tube clamps: Yes

• Test protocol: Included

Application Areas

• Astrophotography: Yes (very good)

• Moon & planets: Yes

• Nature observation: No

• Nebulae & galaxies: Yes

• Sun: No (only with a suitable solar filter)

Recommended For

• Beginners: No

• Advanced users: Yes

• Observatories: No

This telescope is an excellent choice for experienced astronomers who want a reliable and portable instrument for high-quality astrophotography and deep-sky observation.