TS Optics Apochromatic refractor AP 140/910 ED Triplet Photoline (67366)

The TS Optics Apochromatic Refractor AP 140/910 ED Triplet Photoline is a high-quality telescope designed for advanced astronomers who require excellent optical performance for astrophotography and deep-sky observation. With its triplet apochromatic lens and fully multi-coated optics, this refractor delivers sharp, high-contrast images with minimal chromatic aberration. Its robust aluminum tube ensures durability and stability, while the precision focuser allows for fine adjustments, making it suitable for demanding imaging tasks. 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: 11.5 kg

• Tube material: Aluminium

• Carrying length: 735 mm

• Tube diameter: 148 mm

• Tube construction: Full tube

Focuser

• Type: Gear rack

• Free aperture: 102 mm

• Camera-side threaded sockets: M102x1, M88x1, M68x1

• Eyepiece connection: 2"

• Gear reduction: 1:10 fine focusing

Mount

• Mounting type: No mount included

• GoTo control: No

• Type: OTA (Optical Tube Assembly only)

Included Accessories

• Corrector: Not included

• Eyepiece adaptor: 1.25" and 2"

• Prism rail: Losmandy-Style

• Tube clamps: Yes

• Finder base: Vixen/Skywatcher Level

• Finder scope: Not included

• Dew shield: Yes

• Transport case: Yes

• Deviating optics: Not included

General

• Series: Photoline

• Suitable for astrophotography: Yes (very good)

• Suitable for nature observation: No

• 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 reliable and optically superior instrument for both imaging and visual observation of the night sky.