ASKAR 185APO f/7 TRIPLET REFRACTOR

$9,799.00AUD

SKU: SS-185APO

Askar

Apochromatic triplet

14.9 kg

Flattener

OTA only With 1x flattener With 0.8x reducer

Product variants

The Askar 185APO is an apochromatic triplet refractor that offers high performance for a low price compared to other large triplets on the market. The objective lens features an element of extra-low dispersion glass (ED) that minimizes chromatic aberration.

The Askar 185APO is available either on its own, or with either the 1x flattener or 0.8x reducer.

In its standard configuration the Askar 185APO is a high performance visual instrument with excellent optical quality and native compatibility with binoviewers when the rear section of the tube is removed. This modular design makes the 185APO a supremely versatile telescope.

The optional 1 x field flattener corrects the field curvature of the system, allowing for photographic use with sensors up to full frame. The optional 0.8 x reducer brings the focal length down to 1036mm and focal ratio to f/5.6.

The 3.5" dual-speed rack & pinion focuser is precise and rigid. It is natively compatible with most motorized focusers on the market including the ZWO EAF. The focuser includes an accurate distance scale with 10cm of travel. On the rear there is a 360 degree rotator with fine rotation angle markings for precise framing.

Unlike most refractors, the 185APO includes two finderscope bases on either side of the focuser, allowing you to attach both a standard guide scope and control unit such as the ASIAIR without the need for additional accessories. The handlebar also includes a finder-style slot, allowing for even more possibilities.

The inner surfaces of the retractable dew shield are covered with matte felt and the interior of the telescope tube has matte paint and internal baffles, to reduce internal reflections and light scattering.

Note: The mount shown in the product images is not included with the telescope.

Specifications

Optical design	Apochromatic air-spaced ED triplet
Objective diameter	185 mm
Focal length	1295 mm
Focal ratio	f/7
Resolving power	0.63 arc second
Stellar limiting magnitude	14.04
Max. magnification	462.5 x
Light gathering power	698.47 times the human eye
Mount attachment	400 mm Losmandy-style dovetail
Focuser	3.5" rack & pinion dual speed 1:10
Tube weight	14.9 kg (17.2 kg with dovetail and rings)
Tube length	1081 mm (1222 mm with dew shield extended)
Tube diameter	185 mm
Dew shield diameter	207 mm
Connections	2", 1.25", M92 x 1 female
Flattener/reducer back focus	55 mm from M48 thread
Threads on tube rings	TBD
Distance between tube rings	350 mm