TS Optics Apochromatic refractor AP 150/1200 SD f/8 FPL53 OTA (76703)

The TS 150EDF is the largest ED doublet refractor in the TS Optics range. It shares its optical design with the successful Photoline 125 mm f/7.8 apo, offering impressive performance at an accessible price for amateur astronomers. This telescope is well-suited for both visual and photographic applications, including solar and planetary observation, as well as astrophotography of nebulae, star clusters, and galaxies.

The telescope is equipped with a robust 3.7-inch rack and pinion focuser, designed especially for photography. It can support loads up to 8 kg, making it ideal for use with heavy cameras and accessories. The focuser includes multiple internal threads for secure screw-on attachments, particularly for the recommended field flattener. It also rotates 360 degrees, allowing you to easily adjust your field of view.

Included with the telescope are:

• Photoline 150 mm Apochromat optical tube

• CNC tube rings

• Dovetail bar

• Carrying handle

• Finder shoe

TS Optics is a brand of Teleskop-Service.

Specifications

Optics:

• Type: Refractor

• Optical design: Apochromat (doublet lens)

• Aperture: 150 mm

• Focal length: 1200 mm

• Aperture ratio: f/8

• Resolving capacity: 0.92 arcseconds

• Limiting magnitude: 12.7

• Light gathering capacity: 460

• Maximum useful magnification: 300x

• Glass material: OHARA FPL-53

• Tube weight: 9.5 kg

• Tube diameter: 156 mm

• Tube material: Aluminium

• Carrying length: 1100 mm

• Coating: Fully multi-coated (FMC)

• Stray light baffles: Yes

• Tube construction: Full tube

• Dew cap diameter: 186 mm

Focuser:

• Type: Rack and pinion

• Eyepiece connection: 2"

• Camera-side threaded sockets: M92 & M68

• Telescope-side thread: M124

• Free aperture: 94 mm

• Motorized: No

• Ring clamp: Yes

• Load capacity: 8 kg

• Gear reduction: Yes

• Tilting adaptor: No

• Rotating: Yes

• Backfocus: 130 mm

Mount:

• Type: OTA (Optical Tube Assembly only)

• Mount included: No

Included accessories:

• Dew shield: Yes

• Deviating optics: No

• Prism rail: Losmandy-Style

• Carrying handle: Yes

• Extension tubes: No

• Transport case: No

• Finder base: Vixen/Skywatcher Level

• Eyepiece adaptor: 2" / 1.25"

• Tube clamps: Yes

General:

• Series: Photoline

• Suitable for astrophotography: Yes

• Suitable for Moon and planets: Yes

• Suitable for nature observation: No

• Suitable for nebulae and galaxies: Yes

• Suitable for solar observation: No (only with appropriate solar filter)

• Recommended for beginners: No

• Recommended for advanced users: Yes

• Suitable for observatories: No

This telescope is an excellent choice for advanced users who need a high-performance, large-aperture refractor for both visual astronomy and astrophotography.