TS Optics Flattener/Reducer 0.8x CF-APO 80 (75084)

The flattener is a lens designed to correct the slight curvature of the field produced by the main optics. This curvature can cause stars at the edge of the field of view to appear less sharp. The flattener, also known as a field flattener, eliminates this effect, allowing astrophotographers to capture images where stars remain sharp right to the edge. The flattener is placed between the telescope and the camera.

The reducer is an optical accessory that shortens the focal length, resulting in a faster aperture ratio. This allows for shorter exposure times and makes the optics faster. It also increases the field of view, making it possible to observe or photograph larger astronomical objects.

TS Optics is a brand from Teleskop-Service.

Specifications:

• Suitable for: AP 80/480 CF-APO f/6 FPL55 Triplet OTA

• Connection to telescope: M63

• Camera connection: M48

• Focal length reduction: 0.8x

• Optical length: 65 mm

• Filter thread: Yes

• Backfocus: 55 mm

General Information:

• Type: Flatteners, Correctors, Reducers

• Build type: Flattener