I love this scope and do not see myself ever getting rid of it. It. 5. Even rarer - two AT 102EDL scopes, both on Stellarvue MC002 mounts, viewing the sky from the same back. I need to figure out the spacing on the . -Celestron AVX mount-Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm f/7 telescope with. I know there are already some threads about the AT scopes, but some of them are too long to read! So, I would like to hear owners reviews of the AT130 for visual work. For sale is an Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm f/7 Triplet in excellent condition. 5" focuser is extremely smooth. None of them showed any CA like that AT130EDT I just had. Dew heater plumes, poor focus, collimation problems, mirror flops, guiding issues even with an OAG-L and 174mm mini, lots of lost clear nights. I have narrowed down my choices to either the AT124EDL or the AT130EDT. It is a standard 55mm with the extra shell. Page 22 of 33 - AT-130 and AT-115 -- The Second Wave - posted in Refractors : I cant wait either!!!! I have paid for a AT130EDT, case and reducer/flattener. A few months ago I purchased a new Astro-Tech AT130EDT. I bought this new from Astronomics in February 2022. Especially when you are considering triplet apochromatic refractor. 4. RAKing and Castor like this Back to top #2107. FrancescoAstro-Tech AT130EDT. Welcome to Astrotech. The telescope-side barrel is threaded for standard 2″ filters so you can attach a light pollution filter. There is approx. Losmandy G11G running Level 6 Beta test at 16 volts, GPS. The AT115EDT is probably a. Perfect way to do it I have a set of wheels for my mounts too and I switch them out occasionally. Astro-Tech AT130EDT Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI294MM Pro Mounts Orion Atlas Pro AZ/EQ-G Filters Astrodon Gen2 E-series Tru-Balance Blue 36mm · Astrodon Gen2 E-series Tru-Balance Green 36mm · Astrodon Gen2 E-series Tru-Balance Lum 36mm · Astrodon Gen2 E-series Tru-Balance Red 36mm Accessories Astro-Tech . Orion 2” 38mm superwide eyepiece. Adding the dedicated reducer/field flattener, #ATREDT30, will allow imaging with a full frame DSLR (43mm diagonal sensor) with only minor vignetting at the corners of the image. 00 us $ Availability: In Stock ASTRO-TECH AT130 EDT F/ 7 ED TRIPLET $1,799. I've taken many good images through it also. Actually, he said that was fine he would just keep it for now. A few months ago I purchased a new Astro-Tech AT130EDT. All written information is included. . No issues. The choice of a bigger frac is for deeper targets over my existing 500mm Esprit100ed. LRGB 4 x 300. The optics will be the same but things like focusers, rings, dovetails, and other. 8 FF/FR the corners of this are just plane bad. . Astro Tech AT130EDT - 130mm (5. - Mount: iOptron CEM70. Williams Optics Z61M-27 With a New AT130EDT - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Well I was able to capture an hour each of RGB on M-27 last night with my new AT130EDT. It is in excellent optical and mechanical shape, with very few noticeable signs of use. 5” focuser used in the AT130EDT (and, I believe, by the TS 2. The Astro Professional 102 and 110. Reviews. -ZWO ASI2600MC Pro cooled camera-ZWO EAF focuser-Optolong L-Extreme dual narrowband filter-Pegasus Astro Mini Powerbox-Orion 60mm guide scope-Orion Starshoot autoguider-Controlled with a MeLE Quieter3Q mini PC running Windows Software. I really like the size and optics of my 5 Apogee, its gives very good views, but I just want that next level of performance. Adding the dedicated reducer/field flattener, #ATREDT30, will allow imaging with a full frame DSLR (43mm diagonal sensor) with only minor vignetting at the corners of the image. This topic has been archived. He wasn't upset or anything. Astro-Tech AT130EDT · TS-Optics Photoline 130 mm f/7 FPL53 Triplet Apo - 3. I ordered this a few months ago and have since been able to acquire an Esprit 150 f/7 so this is too close to what I already have. 1. It comes with the original Astro-tech attachments (compression ring eyepiece holders, dew shield, rings and vixen dovetail) and the carrying case. The other end of the reducer/flattener is T threads (M42 x 0. Meade 6000 and Orion ION. Help us to grow by adding additional equipment to the database. This is my latest. Page 1 of 3 - Astro-Tech AT-130EDT Triplet or StellarVue SVX-127D Doublet - posted in Refractors : I am 100% visual observer here - planets and deep space objects. Most owners, like myself are quite satisfied with the value. When not being used for astrophotography, it was kept in a soft case lined with 2" foam. If the ad says in stock and you don’t pay, you can’t pre-order it and no scope will be held for you. My AA115 has a monster 3" focuser which requires a bit of TLC. The camera’s back is dominated by a large fan, which can cool the sensor to 35-degrees below ambient temperature. 3. . I haven't heard a single bad thing about the Astro-Tech 130, but I've heard a few horror stories about ES. Only a few nights with the scope. The AT130EDT is part of the family of AT scopes that showed up much later than the SS series (and from a different manufacturer). This scope features a 125mm F7. A straightforward and honest assessment of the AT115EDT. Specifically, I needed the three set screws at the back of the tube that engage a circular track-like groove connecting the focuser assembly. The first attempt I used both the 12 pound Couter Weights but they were too close to the mount so I decided to try something else. 75mm internal (female) thread. I was told that the AT130EDT would be too much for the lil. AT130EDT or ES ED127 (FCD100) - posted in Refractors : I made the mistake of selling my Astro-Tech 80EDT and giving a 6 RC a try. Moon phase: 59. One thing is for certain: there seem to be a vanishingly small numbers of reviews criticizing Astro-Tech scopes. . I am comfused as to how the order can be complete if not all items were sent. net. Astro-Tech AT130EDT Imaging Cameras Canon EOS R Mounts Rainbow Astro RST-135 Filters Sense-Tech Innovation Company (STC) Astro Multispectra Accessories Pegasus Astro Powerbox Advance · Primaluce Lab SESTO SENSO 2 · Raspberry Pi Raspberry Pi 4 · SkyShed Observatories Pier · TS-Optics TSFlat25G2 SoftwareM106 And Friends Equipment Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses Astro-Tech AT130EDTOur calculator, at typical seeing of 2-4”, uses the Nyquist formula of 1/2 and the 1/3 to stop stars becoming square so the optimal range is between 0. It appears the ones Astronomics sells is out of stock. Astro-Tech AT130EDT + iOptron CEM70 + ZWO ASI533MC Pro + Optolong L-eXtreme. The Astro-Tech AT130EDT is the same thing as the Orion, with a smaller focuser, that is R&P instead of Crayford (most people prefer R&P, I do), for $1800. T. So don't be a stranger. Moon looks great with 3. If the cost, size, or file sizes of the ASI2600mc-pro bother you, take a look at the ZWO ASI533mc-pro. jpg Optically, it is good. Edited by HydrogenAlpha, 17 May 2019 -. 8X reducer/flatner for the AT130EDT refractor. low Dispersion glass element) air-spaced doublet optics are. Optec Astro-Physics 2. The specs shows this weighs 28 pounds. Here is the Pacman Nebula, imaged through my Astro-Tech AT130EDT triplet refractor on an unmodified Nikon D3100 via an Astro-Tech 0. The dual-speed 2. With its retractable dew cap pulled in, its overall length is just 34 inches, but extending the cap fully makes it a bit longer than the Orion scope. The Skywatcher telescopes have a FPL 53 element. Page 1 of 3 - Astro Tech AT152EDT on sale for $3495 - posted in Refractors : Looks like Astronomics has lowered the price of the AT152EDT from $4395 to $3495. Page 1 of 2 - Astro-Tech 115EDT - am I the only one with this problem? - posted in Refractors : AT115EDT Repair I had called Astronomics about a month ago to ask about replacement parts for an AT115EDT. Haven’t had a chance to get first light yet. The Astro Tech AT130EDT is tempting for some of the same reasons as the AT115EDT, but has the added benefit of largest aperture. 8x reducer/flattener for AT130EDT Software Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses Stellarvue F050Current Astro-Tech refractors and chromatic abberation - posted in Refractors : All, I am really interested in the new Astro-Techs - the 115 and 130mm versions - as an upgrade to my modded Skywatcher 80ED for AP. Resolution Formula: ( Pixel Size / Telescope Focal Length ) X 206. Add New Equipment To Database. Both companies do very well in that regard. Add to Cart. Formula: Pixel Size (mm) X Focal Ratio X Diameter of Shadow / Reflection (pixels) If you don't already know the size you can upload an image below and then click & drag over the dust doughnut or shadow to calculate the size. This new Astro-Tech AT115EDT refractor has: • 115mm f/7 fully multicoated triplet apochromatic optics using an ED center element. Equipment. I. Used an Astro Tech 2" field flattener. I was set to get the AT130edt but now considering this. Ive hear the GM8 can actually handle. 95 ED (Extra-. $1000 difference between these two scopes, and I am trying to justify the price difference!. Now using a Paramount MyT, which is great. I would try getting the right corrector first and try that before buying a. What do you guys think about mounts for the AT130EDT? Thanks, Dave. ZWO ASI294MM Pro · ZWO ASI174MM Mini · Astronomik Deep-Sky Celestron Off-Axis Guider · ZWO EAF · ZWO EFW 8 x 1. Page 14 of 16 - Astro Tech AT102EDL Owners Forum - posted in Refractors : A rare occurrence last night - the skies parted and gave clear views (with some light pollution from nearby Cleveland, as well as a full moon) of a few objects. . That AT130EDT I bought in early June and returned a few days later could not hold a candle to that AT125EDL. While this Astro-Tech #ATR8 0. Astro-Tech AT130EDT ZWO ASI294MM Pro. First time posting in the experienced forum as I believe the question fits better here. Both are well within your budget and are terrific scopes. 00. The 80mm does great on the large nebulas, but some galaxies and the smaller nebulas are. The Astro-Tech AT130EDT is an excellent optical tube assembly with slow polished triplet optics, ED glass center element and world class optical multicoatings. I will ship in the carrying case and original double box cardboard boxes it came in with the focuser controller, reducer and flattener in a separate box. 3. The difference in the brands tends to be with the focusers etc. Mine has plenty of color while using a camera. I have been using the lens correction tool in Photoshop to correct my images. Last edited: Mar 21, 2023. For Sale: Astro-Tech AT130EDT with accompanying Astro-Tech 0. It appears the ones Astronomics sells is out of stock. Page 8 of 12 - Astro-Tech AT130EDT First Light Imaging Session Data - posted in Vendor and Group Announcements: If you think this list was bad, when the ETX90 was introduced we had over 1000 people that wanted to be contacted when it came in, and that was back in the 90s. I am sure someone can brighten then the outskirts of the galaxy better and get more details. The Astro-Tech scopes are well rated. The person there was really courteous and professional and I very much. It’s a solid scope, but be warned it’s quite heavy. net. I had to find something simple, something low-priced that doesn't require a lot of computer skills. Enjoy crisp, high-contrast views of the night sky with a refracting telescope from High Point Scientific. I guess what I am. 8 reducer arrived Thursday). Posted 30 November 2020 - 02:04 AM. Quick view. drd715 likes this Back to top;The new Astro-Tech AT102EDL is an extension of the beloved 60ED and 72EDII. If you add a reducer, to provide a wider field of view, the light is necessarily more "concentrated" towards. I am very close to ordering a new one, and have narrowed it down to either the AT130EDT or the ES ED127. So far I am happy with the images I get just as the scope comes naturally. "I would very much recommend: Astro-Tech AT130EDT . " I would very much recommend: Astro-Tech AT130EDT . 67 = 2 / 3, 2 = 4 / 2). performance ED refractor. The 130edt is. Astro-Tech AT130EDT is an equipment item of class Telescope or lens on AstroBin equipment database. I own an AT-72EDII myself and had a positive experience dealing with Astronomics. It weighs 1. I wanted to capture an image to witness it, so last night I collected 58 300-sec subs, in L only, from my backyard via my Astro-Tech AT130EDT, under generally poor seeing. Page 1 of 3 - Astro Tech 130 Reviews, Wait Time? - posted in Refractors : Im considering purchase of an AT130 for visual work. I called Astro-Tech and asked for their opinion. Astro-Tech's old AT152EDT was an f/8 triplet using an FK61 ED center & lanthanum rear element, and had a 3. Page 1 of 2 - Regarding Astro-Tech 130mm Refractors - posted in DSLR, Mirrorless & General-Purpose Digital Camera DSO Imaging: Hey all, So I have an Orion 8 Newt and Ive been having issues with it for a while now. The Astro-Tech #ATREDT30 reducer/flattener can be connected to your AT130EDT in two different ways. Description: This image of the Crescent Nebula, aka NGC 6888, was captured from a "white zone" (San Jose, CA - Bortle 8) over 10 nights, between July 6, 2021 and July 15, 2021, totaling about 40 hours of data. Posted 30 November 2020 - 02:04 AM. -ZWO ASI2600MC Pro cooled camera-ZWO EAF focuser-Optolong L-Pro light polution filter-Pegasus Astro Mini Powerbox-Orion 60mm guide scope-Orion Starshoot autoguider-Controlled with a MeLE Quieter3Q mini PC running Windows Software-Sequence. This thread is for the AT115EDT & AT130EDT scopes, NOT their mounts. In the case of the Astro-Tech AT130EDT, the fishtail effect starts to get bad roughly at 4,200 Å. 5 set up with an efl of 950mm. Altair Astro Wave Series 130 EDT apo refractor review - BBC Sky at Night Magazine. N. Not available yet and no information on reducers. Review by: Skyhunter1. Same question. 8 reducer/flattener and hard case. C&C very welcome. AT80ED, AT80EDT, AT115EDT, AT130EDT, and AT152EDT scopes. Great picture BTW. I'm also intrigued by some options from Sharpstar and Askar (like the FRA600 and Z4) that are a comparable price. Astro-tech AT130 EDT Join group Forum for all things and images of AT130 scopes Group forum 5 posts in 1 topics View all New topic Images The Astro-Tech AT130EDT is a excellent optical tube with slow polished triplet optics, ED glass center element and world class optical multicoatings. When not being used for astrophotography, it was kept in a soft case lined with 2" foam. 65% Processing: Pre-Processed L-Pro and L-extreme seprately in Pixinsight. Build quality. It comes with a travel box. Edited by Oldfracguy, 02 July 2023 -. Astromart Customer Service. ASI2600MC-Pro Best Practices (settings)? - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hi folks, Getting started with an ASI2600MC-P camera, as a significant upgrade from a DSLR. 51 Trevor Bray #. ) Optics are excellent (O'Hara first quality FPL-53ED glass) and never touched. 12" f/7 ED triplet . 8x reducer and field flattener with my AT130EDT and have some questions on setup for eyepiece projection photography. I mainly do imaging so the Astro-tech is a FPL-51 triplet and the APM is a FPL-53 doublet, I have a hard time figuring out which is better. Location: Wessling Observatory, Fremont MI. That scope showed as much bluish fringing around bright targets as would be expected (and tolerated) with a 4" f/10. Tech Details. I may eventually get a AT130EDT. The Explorer Scientific is a choice but just hows does Astro Tech fit in with their 106mm and. The images from its 709mm focal length f/6. If any one has connected a similar configuration and could supply me a diagram or description; it would be. 8x reducer/flattener has an M54x0. Pros: triplet, lots of excellent reviews, great visually but ready for A/P (incredible photos found online), great price, good. Please refer to the astrobin link to see the complete field of view image and full resolution. Page 2 of 2 - Astro-Tech AT130EDT: Excessive Chromatic Aberration? - posted in Refractors : My AT130 shows significant CA with color cameras. Astro-Tech AT115EDT f/7 ED Triplet Refractor OTA With the aperture of 115mm (4. After the accident I spent a lot of time going through the CN. It’s a fine scope and great performer for the money but I switched to mono to mitigate the less than perfect CA control. This is the classic design for an APO made famous by Astrophysics. Page 2 of 3 - Astro-Tech AT-130EDT Triplet or StellarVue SVX-127D Doublet - posted in Refractors : No question about reputation and pre-sales service. 5" rack and pinion focuser with a microfine 10:1 fine. Well I was dodging clouds but finally got an image with this . com, create an. -Celestron AVX mount -Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm f/7 telescope. Never shot through either of them. The Astro-Tech 127EDT, in comparison, is a relative monster. Clicking on the picture takes you to the full-res Flickr page. ( Astro-Tech) + 5mm spacer + QHY OAG-M (10mm) + 10mm spacer + filter wheel qhy3M(17. 53”), Astro-Tech AT115EDT ED triplet apochromatic refractor gathers over 27% more light than the more common size. 00 could get me into a much better aperture without giving the CFO a complete coronary. iOptron iEQ45 Pro is an equipment item of class Mount on AstroBin equipment database. Image details. Its difficult for me to consider another refractor that offers this much value. Astro-Tech AT130EDT AstroBin's equipment database is entirely maintained by the community. Edited by Taylor, 13 August 2022 - 09:25 PM. Page 1 of 2 - ES127B or AT130EDT - posted in Refractors : Im close to making a decision on maybe purchasing one of these refractors. On the front end, the retractable dew shield has an OD of 121mm, in case anyone is considering putting a filter there. But, I would like to image the angular eclipse in October 2023 with it, if possible. ZWO ASI174MM Mini iOptron GEM45 Astronomik Deep-Sky · Astronomik NB 6nm. the Astro Tech AT130EDT. It will be used for imaging on a G11 with a DSLR. I broke out my Ioptron 4. $75. It's a doublet with Lanthanum ED glass mated to a. 5" focuser, its performance with other scopes is not guaranteed. Astrophotography is notorious for being insanely expensive. Celestron Nexstar 102 GT computerized 4” refractor $140. Page 2 of 12 - Astro-Tech AT130EDT First Light Imaging Session Data - posted in Vendor and Group Announcements: Cool. ASTRO-TECH AT130 EDT F/7 Flap Panel (FP1) Home Flat panels Motorized flap panels ASTRO-TECH AT130 EDT F/7 Flap Panel (FP1) Automated, dimmable flap panel for your refractor telescope! € 350,00. Glass is perfect. The camera side of the reducer uses 48mm T-threads to connect to a T-ring and camera body. In this review, I will show y. Its performance was so well. 9 Triplet. Astro-Tech AT130EDT is an equipment item of class Telescope or lens on AstroBin equipment database. where do they stand? - posted in Refractors : HelloId love to grab a bit more apeture from my trusty Orion 80ED to something around 110mm. 8 flattener/ reducer that threads on. Incredible packing (plastic wrap on scope, scope in hard case, wrapped in bubble wrap,. Astro-Tech specifies a minimum 0. · 950 views Hi everyone! I am looking for suggestions for my refractor. Page 47 of 49 - Astro-Tech AT125EDL Owners' Thread - posted in Refractors : Juergen, any kind of counterweight for that setup? I dont doubt that the tripod and mount will carry the weight but the scope is way off center and some balancing weight on the opposite side of the mount might be helpful. The good news is that I have discovered that I am a refractor man. Solar system imagery courtesy: NASA/JPL. In short, the AT115 is a terrific telescope! I own its big brother the AT130. Astro-Tech AT-130EDT - Current price: $1,999 USD. The. Been nothing but headaches trying to use it for galaxy season. Find the position of dust or reflections in your optics. Sort By : SVBONY SV106 Guide Scope 60mm f/4 paired with ZWO ASI220MM Mini. Good luck on your shipping strategy too! Astro-Tech 130 or Explore Scientific 127 FCD100 - posted in Refractors : Looking to possibly buy either an AT130 used if I can find one or the available ES127 FCD100 new. I am a completely ignorant to solar imaging. You can only do so much with it before the tool starts. The Astro-Tech AT130EDT?s slow-polished triplet optics, ED glass center element, and state-of-the-art optical multicoatings are even more impressive when you consider the package they come in. This thing took me a month and a half to get down, mostly due to clouds. It also accepts a standard 2" nose piece. The 130edt is clearly a budget entry APO but it does tick most of the boxes including a 2. So far the dew shield felt liner seems tight and is holding with little to no movement. " There are some fantastic images being published with Astro Tech scopes that aren't made of FPL-53. ASTRO-TECH AT125EDL REFRACTOR OTA FCD-100 AND LANTHANUM F/ 7. I find these compound eyepieces with built-in Barlow sections at the input, like the AT Paradigms and their Agena Dual ED clones, the BST 58° Planetary and the TeleVue DeLites, do almost as well as Orthoscopics. Star charts generated using Cartes du Ciel. For astrophotography, it is. Astro-Tech recently re-released the 65EDQ and was available for immediate delivery. I have the AA115 version and it is excellent, so I would imagine the AT bigger brother version is also very good optically. Barely able to reach focus - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hi everyone! I was finally able to put together my imaging train for the first time, during the day, and tested it to see where it would focus by pointing my Astro-Tech AT130EDT towards a distant object. $50. 65x starizona unit and my AT130EDT. Supplied Accessories. 67 = 2 / 3, 2 = 4 / 2). You can declare this program as your major after one or more years of full-time study. I was also told ETA would be mid-May or so. Here are a few technical details about the image: - Telescope: Astro-Tech AT130EDT refractor. I believe these are the correct size I ordered from Scopestuff. Astro-Tech AT130EDT in excellent condition. It has been a terrific performer for AP. Astro-tech AT130 EDT Join group Forum for all things and images of AT130 scopes Group forum 5 posts in 1 topics View all New topic Images AstroBin is an image hosting platform and social network for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers. His thoughts on the scope and flattener. ADM. 2mm Paradigm will provide 223x with good Eye Relief a wider field of view. For Sale: Astro-Tech 0. 7" focuser has a MUCH. For visual use, the preference would be the 125EDL because of cool down time, guaranteed . Filter: Optolong L-Extreme. They said they had all hands on deck to unpack, ship and stock their shelves over the weekend. ASTRO-TECH AT125EDL REFRACTOR OTA FCD-100 AND LANTHANUM F/ 7. Scope: Astro-Tech AT130EDT refractor Celestron AVX mount Orion Starshoot Autoguider Orion 60mm Guide Scope ZWO ASI2600MC Pro camera Optolong L-Pro light polution filter Pegasus Astro Powerbox 19 x 240sec Lights 15 darks 15 flats 50 bias Processed in PixInsight and Photoshop . Actually I was looking at the Stellarvue complete kit with M2C head, extension column, and heavy duty stainless steel tripod (says made by Celestron for the CGEM mount). Astromart. 21 days Avg. Astro-Tech 0. 12 Inches) ED Triplet Losmandy GM811G HD Mount Sharpcap Pro Polar aligned - My way, as close to zeros as I can get it. Measuring only about 18" long with the focuser and dewshield retracted for storage and travel, the AT90 optically and mechanically fills the void left by the discontinued AT92, TMB-92, and 90mm f/5 Astro-Physics Stowaway (a legendary scope. Calculate the resolution in arc seconds per pixel of a CCD with a particular telescope. Astro-Tech AT130EDT 5. 8 reducer at 728mm Focal Lenght Losmandy G11G running Current Level 6 at 16 volts, GPS QHY268C Pegasus Focus Cube V2 QHY-Medium OAG ZWO asi174mm 2X 12v. 9 or Astro-Tech AT130EDT 5. Orion Telescopes has recently begun offering Ritchey-Chrétien scopes in 3 sizes: 6″ RC , 8″ RC, and 10″ RC. This 5" Explore Scientific ES127 "Essential Series" apochromatic refractor has: 127mm f/7. I repeat, IT. I did ask about AT130, focal reducer for the 130 and diagonals. I am currently looking at the following as possible options: ASTRO-TECH AT80EDT F/6 ED TRIPLET REFRACTOR OTA. Solar system imagery courtesy: NASA/JPL. → Refractors. Equipment Key. Stars in the FOV looks like little comets rather than pinpoints of lights. Edited. APM-Telescopes. Or just going with : ASTRO-TECH AT115. The CPC Deluxe 1100 HD's immense light grasp, almost 1600 times that of even the sharpest dark-adapted eye, can reveal to you star clusters, nebulas, planets, and galaxies in amazing visual and photographic detail. Thank you, ChrisAstro-Tech AT130EDT Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI533MC Pro Mounts iOptron CEM60 Accessories ZWO ASIAIR Pro · Kendrick Dew Heater straps · Kendrick Bahtnov Mask · William Optics Flat 6AIII Software Adobe Photoshop · Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Adobe Camera Raw CC ACR Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses Astrotech 60mm F/4. AstroMart LLC. It has the same back illuminated sensor technology, same size pixels as the ASI2600mc-pro, same deep well depth at 50000 electrons, but it has a much smaller sensor at 11. Got my new AT130EDT! And had clear skies!. Paint is immaculate - no scuffs, scratches or dents. 75 thread on the upper end of the 2" nose piece that is intended to thread into the stock focuser. First concern would be image quality, second is the focuser. 8x reducer/flattener has an M54x0. Since I had to do some research to figure. Astro-tech AT115EDT vs AT130EDT - posted in Refractors : Hi everyone, I currently have an AT80EDT and love it. For quick sessions, I prefer the portability of the 102 over my much heftier AT130EDT. Add New Equipment To Database. . The Astro-Tech AT130EDT is an excellent optical tube assembly with slow polished triplet optics, ED glass center element and world class optical multicoatings. Rotating 2. The following is the description of the reducer and field flattener. In this review, I will show y. Castor and deathtical like this Back to top #10 rkaufmann87 rkaufmann87. Equipment: Scope: Astro-tech AT130EDT. (0. 5" focuser, its performance with other scopes is not guaranteed. They get in a very small number of scopes and it is first come first served. 6 lbs. The AT130EDT is a great f7 apochromatic triplet, and works well for visual or astrophotography. The camera side of the reducer uses 48mm T-threads to connect to a T-ring and camera body. 8X focal reducer/field flattener is designed specifically for prime focus astrophotography with the Astro-Tech AT115EDT EDT apo refractor. The problem is the AT130 focuser tube seems to have a 63mm diameter and I cannot find any adapter out there that goes from 63mm to 72mm. 6 system for faster and wider field astronomical and terrestrial photography. Wind also shakes the devil out of. 5” focuser for the TS130). Astro-Tech AT115 EDT vs SW ESPIRIT 120 for AP - Opinions? - posted in Refractors : As an admitted equipment junkie, Im contemplating my next purchase. An Astro-Tech AT130EDT just showed up on the CN Classifieds for $1250 shipped. Your scope is performing just as mine is. but theres vignette when corrected on an APS-C sensor and its not easy on the back with visual. AstroTech has a supped up version of the. 5 to f/7 range that use a 2" focuser. The. First time posting in the experienced forum as I believe the question fits better here. 0. I know solar imaging is a completely different technique. "The Astro-Tech AT130EDT allows imaging with a DSLR or CCD using an APS-C or equivalent sensor (29mm diagonal) with no vignetting. (idk why they don't call that and the 72 EDLs because they are) The AT60ED and the AT72EDII came out before Astronomics started carrying the EDL line of scopes. Feel free to make a contribution! Learn more. ASTRO-TECH AT92 F/5. Orion 2” dielectric diagonal. Page 2 of 3 - Astro-Tech AT-130EDT Triplet or StellarVue SVX-127D Doublet - posted in Refractors : No question about reputation and pre-sales service. Please comment here or, if you prefer, send me a. Male, focuser side thread outer diameter ~112.