TS Optics Apochromatic refractor AP 140/910 Carbon Photoline OTA (69556)

The TS Optics Apochromatic Refractor AP 140/910 Carbon Photoline OTA is a high-performance telescope designed for advanced astronomers who demand excellent optical quality and lightweight construction. Its triplet apochromatic lens delivers sharp, high-contrast images with minimal chromatic aberration, making it ideal for both visual observation and astrophotography. The carbon fiber tube not only reduces weight but also provides stability and resistance to temperature changes, ensuring consistent performance during long observation sessions. TS Optics is a brand of Teleskop-Service.

Specifications

Optics

• Type: Refractor

• Optical design: Apochromat, triplet lens

• Aperture: 140 mm

• Focal length: 910 mm

• Aperture ratio: f/6.5

• Resolving capacity: 0.99 arcseconds

• Limiting magnitude: 12.5

• Light gathering capacity: 400

• Maximum useful magnification: 280x

• Tube weight: 10 kg

• Tube diameter: 148 mm

• Tube material: Carbon

• Carrying length: 735 mm

• Coating: Fully multi-coated (FMC)

• Dew cap diameter: 179 mm

Focuser

• Type: Gear rack

• Eyepiece connection: 2"

• Camera-side threaded socket: M68

• Free aperture: 102 mm

• Gear reduction: Yes

• Rotating: Yes

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

• Transport case: Yes

• Finder base: Vixen/Skywatcher Level

• Eyepiece adaptor: 2" / 1.25"

• Tube clamps: Yes

General

• Series: Photoline

• Suitable for Moon and planets: Yes

• Suitable for nebulae and galaxies: Yes

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

• Recommended for beginners: No

• Recommended for advanced users: Yes

• Suitable for observatories: No

This telescope is an excellent choice for experienced astronomers looking for a lightweight, stable, and optically superior instrument for both deep-sky and planetary observation.