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Telescopes > Skywatcher > EvoStar > Skywatcher Apochromatic refractor AP 72/420 EvoStar 72 ED DS Pro OTA
Product no.: 56994

Apochromatic refractor AP 72/420 EvoStar 72 ED DS Pro OTA

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Product description

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The optics in the AP 72/420 telescope use a doublet lens with one lens element made from a particularly low-refractive index ED glass. High quality Schott glass is used for the crown glass element. Each glass-air surface in the optics is provided with a metallic anti-reflection coating for achieving an outstanding maximum light transmission of 99.5%! This optical design of the apochromat ensures an absolute minimum of chromatic aberration and provides a very sharp image!

This affordable, short focal length refractor is ideal for the astrophotography of large star fields without the need for a heavy duty astronomical mount. It is also ideal for when traveling or for portable astrophotography in general. The sensitive focuser with a 1:11 reduction gearing is a great help when focusing.

This telescope is designed as an astrograph, that is, the focal position is designed for astrophotography.

It not only matters which telescope you buy but also where you buy it. Our additional services:

  • We are a leading telescope dealer and know the devices we sell. Our customer service team will gladly help you after your purchase if you have problems with assembly or operation.
  • We provide a copy of the 80-page Telescope ABC beginners handbook with every telescope.
  • We also provide an edition of the exciting astronomy magazine, “Sterne und Weltraum” with each telescope.

Our expert comment:

When using 1.25” diagonals, the focal distance falls somewhat short. A useful addition is the Omegon Adaptors 1.25'' universal T-adapter and perhaps also the Omegon 2'' adapters with reducer 1.25 ''.

(Bernd Gährken)

Specifications

Optics


Type
Refractor
Type of build
Apochromat
Aperture (mm)
72
Focal length (mm)
420
Aperture ratio (f/)
5,8
Resolving capacity
1,60
Limit value (mag)
11,1
Light gathering capacity
110
Max. useful magnification
144
Tube weight (kg)
1,96
Tube construction
Full tube
lens design
Doublet

Focuser


Type of build
Crayford
Gear reduction
1:11 fine focusing

Mount


GoTo control
no
Mounting type
no mount
Type of build
OTA

Included accessories


2'' eyepieces
without
Finder scope
without
Deviating optics
no
Transport cases
yes
Tube clamps
yes
Prism rail
Vixen-Style
Dew Shield
yes
finder base
Vixen/Skywatcher Level

General


Series
EvoStar

Area of application


Moon & Planets
yes
Nebulae & galaxies
yes
Nature Observation
yes
Astrophotography
yes (very good)
Sun
no (Only with appropriate Sun filter)

Recommended for


Beginners
no
Advanced
yes
Observatories
no

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*All prices include VAT plus shipping costs.

Skywatcher Apochromatic refractor AP 72/420 EvoStar 72 ED DS Pro OTA

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