ED Refractor Telescopes - Skywatcher Pro-Series ED Apo Telescopes

”I have used a great number of telescopes; some are good, some mediocre and some bad. To me the Sky-Watcher range of instruments are very good indeed, and suited to amateurs of all kinds – and they are not priced out of the market! Excellent value.
Use them and enjoy them.“

Sir Patrick Moore CBE FRS

Note: The Sky-Watcher telescope models and mountings that have been tested, endorsed and recommended by Sir Patrick Moore are labelled accordingly in their respective sections on this website.

FANTASTIC ACCESSORY SET OFFER!!

Buy ANY Sky-Watcher or TAL telescope from ANY UK dealer & buy this superb
Sky-Watcher Eyepiece, Filter, Night Vision Torch & User Guide Set for just £69.00 (SRP £149.00) directly from OVL!!

Kit Comprises: 2mm, 5mm, 15mm & 20mm Long Eye Relief Eyepieces, Four Threaded Light Filters (Amber, Blue, Neutral Grey & Moon Filter) Dual - Beam LED Night Vision Torch, Astronomical Telescope User Guide, in lockable, foam-padded Aluminium Case

Terms of Offer
Just send a photocopy of your receipt with a cheque (payable to OVL) and covering note to us at the address below. Order must be placed within FOUR MONTHS of telescope purchase. Please provide a daytime telephone number and an address, for guaranteed acceptance of delivery, between 9am-5pm Mon-Fri as the goods will be delivered by carrier. FREE delivery to any UK address!!

Offer commences 25th June 2007.
Telescope purchased 25/02/07 onwards qualify for offer.

Post to: Accessory Set Offer, Optical Vision Ltd, Unit 3 Woolpit Business Park, Woolpit, Bury St.Edmunds, Suffolk, IP30 9UP

(Please note: We reserve the right to discontinue this offer at any time without prior notice)

Sky-Watcher 7Ah Rechargeable Power Tank
Sky-Watcher 7Ah Rechargeable Power Tank

Multi-purpose Rechargeable Power Supply ideal for use with Sky-Watcher SynScan and SupaTrak mountings
Built-in 12V 7 Ah Sealed Lead Acid Rechargeable Battery with Diagostic LED Display, Protective Fuse.
Built-in Multi-angle 500,000 cp Halogen Spotlight
2 x DC 12V output car jack
DC 3, 6, 9V output jack
Booster Terminal on real side
Built-in flashlight with ON/OFF/FLASH function
Built-in Circuit Breaker for safety operation
DC cord with car plug is included
Light diffuser for flashlight is included
Mains charger, with UK & Euro adaptor plugs

	Prod. Code
Sky-Watcher 7Ah Rechargeable Power Tank	153	SRP £ 39.99

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Sky-Watcher 17Ah Rechargeable Power Tank
Sky-Watcher 17Ah Rechargeable Power Tank

Multi-function rechargeable power supply for use with Sky-Watcher SynScan and SupaTrak mountings
250A Cranking Amp, Jump Start System – 5 sec
Radio – AM/FM/SIREN
Built-in Spotlight/Flashlight
Angle adjustable Halogen Spotlight – said to be 800,000cp
Built-in Circuit Breaker and fuse to Ensure Safe Operation
Diagnostics L.E.D. shows Battery Status
Multi-Voltage D.C. Output – 12V/9V/6V/3V
Cord Storage Compartment
Built-in booster cable set in a well protected compartment
Detachable flashlight with ON/OFF/FLASH function
Built-in 12V 17Ah Sealed Lead-Acid rechargeable battery
DC Cord with car plug is included
Mains charger, with UK & Euro adaptor plugs

	Prod. Code
Sky-Watcher 17Ah Rechargeable Power Tank	154	SRP £ 79.99

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EVOSTAR-80ED1 PRO (OTA)
80 mm (3.1”) (f/600) Fluorite Ed Apochromatic Refractor Telescope

Highest Practical Power (Potential): x240
Objective Lens Diameter: 80mm
Telescope Focal Length: 600mm (f/7.5)
Supplied without Eyepieces,Finderscope and Star Diagonal.
Supplied with Tube Rings & Mounting Plate
Dual-fit 1.25”/2” Crayford Focuser (Backlash-Free)
Multi-Coated Objective Lens

Related Manuals

Astronomy Now magazine review on entire Pro-Series range

	Prod. Code
EVOSTAR-80ED1 PRO (OTA)	881	SRP £ 249.00

Gallery Images
Click on images for larger view of photos taken using this telescope model

Photo courtesy of: Frederic Caron, Canada

Accessories		Prod. Code	Price
	ALUMINIUM CARRYING CASE FOR EVOSTAR-80ED1 OTA	890	SRP £ 59.99

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EVOSTAR-80ED2 PRO (OTA)
80 mm (3.1”) (f/600) Fluorite Ed Apochromatic Refractor Telescope

Magnifications with Eyepieces Supplied: x30 & x120
Highest Practical Power (Potential): x240
Objective Lens Diameter: 80mm
Telescope Focal Length: 600mm (f/7.5)
Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 5mm & 20mm
9x50 Finderscope
2” /50.8mm Star Diagonal
Supplied with Tube Rings & Mounting Plate
Dual-fit 1.25”/2” Crayford Focuser (Backlash-Free)
Multi-Coated Objective Lens
Foam-Lined Aluminium Carrying/Storage Case

Related Manuals

Astronomy Now magazine review on entire Pro-Series range

	Prod. Code
EVOSTAR-80ED2 PRO (OTA)	882	SRP £ 379.00

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EVOSTAR-80ED2 PRO (EQ5)
80mm (3.1”) f/600 Fluorite ED Apochromatic Refractor Telescope

Magnifications with Eyepieces Supplied: x30 & x120
Highest Practical Power (Potential): x240
Objective Lens Diameter: 80mm
Telescope Focal Length: 600mm (f/7.5)
Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 5mm & 20mm
2”/50.8mm Star Diagonal
9x50 Finderscope
Dual-fit 1.25”/2” Crayford Focuser (Backlash-Free)
Multi-Coated Objective Lens
Supplied with Tube Rings & Mounting Plate
Foam-Lined Aluminium Carrying/Storage Case
EQ5 Deluxe Heavy-Duty Equatorial Mount
Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
1.75" Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod with Accessory Tray

	Prod. Code
EVOSTAR-80ED2 PRO (EQ5)	882/464	SRP £ 578.00

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EVOSTAR-80ED2 PRO
(EQ5 SynScan ^TM)
80mm (3.1”) f/600 Computerised GO-TO Fluorite ED Apochromatic Refractor Telescope

Magnifications ( with Eyepieces Supplied): x30 & x120
Highest Practical Power (Potential): x240
Objective Lens Diameter: 80mm
2”/50.8mm Star Diagonal
Telescope Focal Length: 600mm (f/7.5)
9x50 Finderscope
Dual-fit 1.25”/2” Crayford Focuser (Backlash-Free)
Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 5mm & 20mm
EQ5 SynScan ^TMComputerised GO-TO Equatorial Mount (requires 12 volt DC Power Supply)
Multi-Coated Objective Lens
Supplied with Tube Rings & Mounting Plate
Foam-Lined Aluminium Carrying/Storage Case
Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
1.75" Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod with Accessory Tray

Precision Computerised GO-TO Mount!!

	Prod. Code
EVOSTAR-80ED2 PRO (EQ5 SynScan^TM)	882/981	SRP £ 828.00

Gallery Images
Click on images for larger view of photos taken using this telescope model

Photo courtesy of: Frederic Caron, Canada

Photo courtesy of: Peter Roth, Canada

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EVOSTAR-80ED
(HEQ5 PRO SynScan^TM)
80mm (3.1”) (f/600) Computerised GO-TO Fluorite Ed Apochromatic Refractor Telescope

Magnifications with Eyepieces Supplied: x30 & x120
Highest Practical Power (Potential): x240
Objective Lens Diameter: 80mm
Telescope Focal Length: 600mm (f/7.5)
Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 5mm & 20mm
9x50 Finderscope
2”/50.8mm Star Diagonal
Supplied with Tube Rings & Mounting Plate
Dual-fit 1.25”/2” Crayford Focuser (Backlash-Free)
Multi-Coated Objective Lens
Foam-Lined Aluminium Carrying/Storage Case
HEQ5 PRO SkyScan^TMSuper Heavy-Duty Computerised GOTO Equatorial Mount (Requires 12 volt DC Power Supply)
Built-in Dual-Axis Stepper Motors
Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
1.75" Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod with Accessory Tray

Precision Computerised GO-TO Mount!!

Related Manuals

Astronomy Now magazine review on entire Pro-Series range

	Prod. Code
EVOSTAR-80ED2 PRO (HEQ5 PRO SynScan^TM)	882/886	SRP £ 1078.00

Gallery Images
Click on images for larger view of photos taken using this telescope model

Photo courtesy of: Ian King, England

Photo courtesy of: Frederic Caron, Canada

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EVOSTAR-100ED2 PRO
4” (f/9) Apochromatic Refractor Telescope OTA

Magnifications with Eyepieces Supplied: x45 & x180
Highest Practical Power (Potential): x250
Objective Lens Diameter: 100mm
Telescope Focal Length: 900mm (f/9)
Eyepieces Supplied: 5mm & 20mm LET* (*Long eye relief with Twist-up eyecups)
9x50 Finderscope
2” Star Diagonal
Supplied with Tube Rings
Dual-fit 1.25”/2” Crayford Focuser (Backlash-Free) With Brushed-Aluminium Hubs & rubber grip rings
Fully Multi-Coated Doublet Objective Lens
Single FPL-53 ED Fluorite Glass Objective Element

Voted overall winner in group test of 4-inch Apochromatic refractors under 3000 pounds

”I am immensely impressed with this telescope“

Endorsed and recommended by
Sir Patrick Moore CBE FRS

Related Manuals

	Prod. Code
EVOSTAR-100ED2 PRO	884	SRP £ 549.00

Accessories		Prod. Code	Price
	ALUMINIUM CARRYING CASE FOR EVOSTAR-100ED OTA	891	SRP £ 69.99

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EVOSTAR-100ED2 PRO (EQ5)
100mm (4”) f/900 Fluorite ED Apochromatic Refractor Telescope

Magnifications with Eyepieces Supplied: x45 & x180
Highest Practical Power (Potential): x300
Objective Lens Diameter: 100mm
Telescope Focal Length: 900mm (f/9)
Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 5mm & 20mm
2”/50.8mm Star Diagonal
9x50 Finderscope
Dual-fit 1.25”/2” Crayford Focuser (Backlash-Free)
Multi-Coated Objective Lens
Supplied with Tube Rings & Mounting Plate
EQ5 Deluxe Heavy-Duty Equatorial Mount
Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
1.75" Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod with Accessory Tray

	Prod. Code
EVOSTAR-100ED2 PRO (EQ5)	884/464	SRP £ 748.00

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EVOSTAR-100ED2 PRO
(EQ5 SynScan^TM)
100mm (4”) f/900 Computerised GO-TO Fluorite ED Apochromatic Refractor Telescope

Magnifications with Eyepieces Supplied: x45 & x180
Objective Lens Diameter: 100mm
Highest Practical Power (Potential): x300
Telescope Focal Length: 900mm (f/9)
Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 5mm & 20mm
2”/50.8mm Star Diagonal
9x50 Finderscope
Dual-fit 1.25”/2” Crayford Focuser (Backlash-Free)
Multi-Coated Objective Lens
Supplied with Tube Rings & Mounting Plate
EQ5 SynScan^TM Computerised GO-TO Equatorial Mount (requires 12 volt DC Power Supply)
Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
1.75" Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod with Accessory Tray

Precision Computerised GO-TO Mount!!

”The cost of this is over £1000 - but well worth it. I am immensely impressed by this telescope, both for it's optical quality and it's mounting; it will allow the observer to carry out work to a professional standard. I admit to being both a planetary observer and a lover of refractors, and I cannot think that many will disagree with me.“

Endorsed and recommended by
Sir Patrick Moore CBE FRS

	Prod. Code
EVOSTAR-100ED2 PRO (EQ5 SynScan^TM)	884/981	SRP £ 998.00

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EVOSTAR-100ED2 PRO (HEQ5)
100mm (4”) f/900 Motorised Fluorite ED Apochromatic Refractor Telescope

Magnifications with Eyepieces Supplied: x45 & x180
Highest Practical Power (Potential): x300
Objective Lens Diameter: 100mm
Telescope Focal Length: 900mm (f/9)
Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 5mm & 20mm
2”/50.8mm Star Diagonal
9x50 Finderscope
Dual-fit 1.25”/2” Crayford Focuser (Backlash-Free)
Multi-Coated Objective Lens
Supplied with Tube Rings & Mounting Plate
HEQ5 Super Heavy-Duty Equatorial Mount
Built-in Dual-Axis Motor Drive
Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
1.75" Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod with Accessory Tray

Built-in Dual-Axis Motor Drive!!

	Prod. Code
EVOSTAR-100ED2 PRO (HEQ5)	884/739	SRP £ 948.00

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EVOSTAR-100ED2 PRO
(HEQ5 PRO SynScan^TM)
100mm 4” (f/900) Computerised GO-TO Fluorite Ed Apochromatic Refractor Telescope

Magnifications with Eyepieces Supplied: x45 & x180
Highest Practical Power (Potential): x300
Objective Lens Diameter: 100mm
Telescope Focal Length: 900mm (f/9)
Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 5mm & 20mm
2” /50.8mm Star Diagonal
9x50 Finderscope
Dual-fit 1.25”/2” Crayford Focuser (Backlash-Free)
Multi-Coated Objective Lens
Supplied with Tube Rings & Mounting Plate
HEQ5 PRO SkyScan^TM Super Heavy-Duty GOTO Equatorial Mount (Requires 12 volt DC Power Supply)
Built-in Dual Axis Stepper Motors
Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
1.75" Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod and Accessory Tray

Precision Computerised GO-TO Mount!!

Related Manuals

	Prod. Code
EVOSTAR-100ED2 PRO (HEQ5 PRO SynScan^TM)	884/886	SRP £ 1248.00

Gallery Images
Click on images for larger view of photos taken using this telescope model

Photo courtesy of: Ian King, England

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EVOSTAR-100ED2 PRO
(EQ6 PRO SkyScan^TM)
100mm 4” (f/900) Computerised GO-TO Fluorite Ed Apochromatic Refractor Telescope

Magnifications with Eyepieces Supplied: x45 & x180

Highest Practical Power (Potential): x250

Objective Lens Diameter: 100mm

Telescope Focal Length: 900mm (f/9)

Eyepieces Supplied: 5mm & 20mm LET* (*Long eye relief with Twist-up eyecups)

9x50 Finderscope

2” Star Diagonal

Supplied with Tube Rings

Dual-fit 1.25”/2” Crayford Focuser (Backlash-Free) With Brushed-Aluminium Hubs & rubber grip rings

Fully Multi-Coated Doublet Objective Lens

Single FPL-53 ED Fluorite Glass Objective Element

EQ6 PRO SkyScan^TM GOTO Equatorial Mount & Steel Tripod

Requires 12v DC Power Supply

Precision Computerised GO-TO Mount!!

	Prod. Code
EVOSTAR-100ED2 PRO (EQ6 PRO SkyScan^TM)	884/854	SRP £ 1448.00

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EVOSTAR-120ED2 PRO
4.75” (F/7.5) APOCHROMATIC REFRACTOR TELESCOPE OTA

Magnifications with Eyepieces Supplied: x45 & x180
Highest Practical Power (Potential): x300
Objective Lens Diameter: 120mm
Telescope Focal Length: 900mm (f/7.5)
Eyepieces Supplied: 5mm & 20mm LET* (*Long eye relief with Twist-up eyecups)
9x50 Finderscope
2” Star Diagonal
Supplied with Tube Rings
Dual-fit 1.25”/2” Crayford Focuser (Backlash-Free) With Brushed-Aluminium Hubs & rubber grip rings
Fully Multi-Coated Doublet Objective Lens
Single FPL-53 ED Fluorite Glass Objective Element

Related Manuals

Astronomy Now magazine review on entire Pro-Series range

	Prod. Code
EVOSTAR-120ED2 PRO	852	SRP £ 999.00

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EVOSTAR-120ED2 PRO (HEQ5)
120mm (4.75”) f/900 Motorised Fluorite ED Apochromatic Refractor Telescope

Magnifications with Eyepieces Supplied: x45 & x180
Highest Practical Power (Potential): x360
Objective Lens Diameter: 120mm
Telescope Focal Length: 900mm (f/7.5)
Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 5mm & 20mm
2”/50.8mm Star Diagonal
9x50 Finderscope
Dual-fit 1.25”/2” Crayford Focuser (Backlash-Free)
Multi-Coated Objective Lens
Supplied with Tube Rings & Mounting Plate
HEQ5 Super Heavy-Duty Equatorial Mount
Built-in Dual-Axis Motor Drive
Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
1.75" Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod with Accessory Tray

Built-in Dual-Axis Motor Drive!!

	Prod. Code
EVOSTAR-120ED2 PRO (HEQ5)	852/739	SRP £ 1349.00

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EVOSTAR-120ED2 PRO
(HEQ5 PRO SKYSCAN^TM)
120mm (4.75”) F/900 Computerised GO-TO Fluorite Ed Apochromatic Refractor Telescope

Magnifications with Eyepieces Supplied: x45 & x180
Highest Practical Power (Potential): x300
Objective Lens Diameter: 120mm
Telescope Focal Length: 900mm (f/7.5)
Eyepieces Supplied: 5mm & 20mm LET* (*Long eye relief with Twist-up eyecups)
9x50 Finderscope
2” Star Diagonal
Supplied with Tube Rings
Dual-fit 1.25”/2” Crayford Focuser (Backlash-Free) With Brushed-Aluminium Hubs & rubber grip rings
Fully Multi-Coated Doublet Objective Lens
Single FPL-53 ED Fluorite Glass Objective Element
HEQ5 PRO SkyScan GOTO Equatorial Mount & Steel Tripod
Requires 12v DC Power Supply

Precision Computerised GO-TO Mount!!

Related Manuals

Astronomy Now magazine review on entire Pro-Series range

	Prod. Code
EVOSTAR-120ED2 PRO (HEQ5 PRO SKYSCAN^TM)	852/886	SRP £ 1698.00

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EVOSTAR-120ED2 PRO
(EQ6 PRO SkyScan^TM)
120mm (4.75”) F/900 Computerised GO-TO Fluorite ED Apochromatic Refractor Telescope

Magnifications with Eyepieces Supplied: x45 & x180
Highest Practical Power (Potential): x300
Objective Lens Diameter: 120mm
Telescope Focal Length: 900mm (f/7.5)
Eyepieces Supplied: 5mm & 20mm LET* (*Long eye relief with Twist-up eyecups)
9x50 Finderscope
2” Star Diagonal
Supplied with Tube Rings
Dual-fit 1.25”/2” Crayford Focuser (Backlash-Free) With Brushed-Aluminium Hubs & rubber grip rings
Fully Multi-Coated Doublet Objective Lens
Single FPL-53 ED Fluorite Glass Objective Element
EQ6 PRO SkyScanTM GOTO Equatorial Mount & Steel Tripod
Requires 12v DC Power Supply

Precision Computerised GO-TO Mount!!

Related Manuals

Astronomy Now magazine review on entire Pro-Series range

	Prod. Code
EVOSTAR-120ED2 PRO (EQ6 PRO SkyScan^TM)	852/854	SRP £ 1898.00

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Equinox-66 PRO OTA
f/400 Fluorite Ed Apochromatic Refractor Telescope

The Equinox 66 is the perfect choice for birding, nature study, and/or astrophotography. Its fast optics and generous field of view make it an ideal instrument for studying larger clusters and star fields too (see specs below).

Standard Features:
D = 66 mm, fast, flat f/6, F = 400
Razor sharp, colour-free, high contrast optics.
Retractable aluminum dew shield.
Removable L-shape bracket for easy mounting on any any camera tripod.
Perfect for astronomy, birding and terrestrial use.
Fast speeds and flat fields for widefield astrophotography.
Aluminum carrying case for safe, easy transportation.

High-Precision Indexed Focuser:
Dual-Speed machined Crayford focuser.
360-degree adjustable for easy framing of objects for photography.
Graduated scale on drawtube for fast and precise focusing with CCD or DSLR cameras.

Whatever your application, we’re sure that Sky-Watcher Equinox refractors will meet and exceed your most demanding performance requirements with their superior mechanics, high portability and razor-sharp colour-free optics.

Highest Practical Powre (Potential): x198
Objective Lens Diameter: 65mm
Telescope Focal Length: 400mm (f/6)
Supplied without Eyepieces, Finderscope and Star Diagonal
Dual-Speed 11:1 Backlash-Free 1.25" Crayford Focuser with adjustable focus-tension & 360 Rotatable
Retractable Dewshield (with aluminium cap)
Multi-Coated Objective Lens
Standard 1/4-20 Tripod Bush (will accept Sky-Watcher dovetail bars)
Foam-lined Aluminium Carrying/Storage case

	Prod. Code
Equinox-66 PRO OTA	982	SRP £ 249.00

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Equinox-80 PRO OTA
f/500 Fluorite Ed Apochromatic Refractor Telescope

The Equinox 80 is another excellent choice for birding, nature study, and photography. Its fast, high-contrast optics and generous field of view make it an ideal instrument for studying larger clusters and star fields, and it is a proven performer for astrophotography – you can even use it with a common SCT focal reducer to achieve speeds down to f/4.5! But don’t be afraid to push up the magnification, too. Its crisp optics make it a strong performer on tight double stars, and it provides crisp, clear lunar and planetary images with no image breakdown, even at high powers.

Schott Glass Used in Selected Models for Crown Element
Equinox 80 benefit from the inclusion of Schott glass being used for the positive front Crown element in the objective. Schott is the recognized world leader in glass utilized for precision optical lens systems, including medical instrumentation, and famous-brand camera lenses. While Schott glass is only used in selected models, all other models utilize top-quality, Grade-A glass from perhaps less famous but, nonetheless, highly respected, high-quality glass manufacturers

Metallic High-Transmission Lens Coatings
Each air-to-glass lens surface has exotic anti-reflection metallic coatings applied to ensure optimum light through-put of approaching 99.5%. The proprietary Sky-Watcher “Metallic High-Transmission Coatings” (MHC) are the finest photon anti-rejection coatings in their class.

Standard Features:
D = 80 mm, fast, flat f/6.2, F = 500.
Razor sharp, colour-free, high contrast optics.
Retractable aluminum dewshields.
Removeable L-shape bracket for easy mounting on any any camera tripod.
Perfect for astronomy, birding and terrestrial use.
Fast speeds and flat fields for widefield astrophotography.
Aluminum carrying case for safe, easy transportation.

Highest Practical Powre (Potential): x240
Objective Lens Diameter: 80mm
Telescope Focal Length: 500mm (f/6.25)
Supplied without Eyepieces, Finderscope and Star Diagonal
Dual-Speed 11:1 Backlash-Free 2" Crayford Focuser with adjustable focus-tension & 360 Rotatable
2" to 1.25" Eyepiece adaptor (with Brass Compression Rings)
Retractable Dewshield (with aluminium cap)
Multi-Coated Objective Lens
Standard 1/4-20 Tripod Bush (will accept Sky-Watcher dovetail bars)
Foam-lined Aluminium Carrying/Storage case

EQUINOX-80 ED PRO
“We took five, two-minute exposures of the Pleiades & Andromeda galaxy which were then stacked and image-enhanced using K3CCD tools. They gave a tremendous amount of detail – in fact they were the best images of these objects I have ever taken…”The view was pin-sharp across 85 percent with the 20mm lens and there was no apparent colour fringing at all around the stars”…Overall the refractor performed well on all tasks. It would make a top quality addition to any astronomers scope collection!
BBC SKY AT NIGHT MAGAZINE

”The quality of the star images cannot be faulted, and a higher magnification of Mars showed surface detail well.“ “

Endorsed and recommended by
Sir Patrick Moore CBE FRS

Related Manuals

Sky at Night Magazine Review for Equinox-80 ED APO

	Prod. Code
Equinox-80 PRO OTA	983	SRP £ 399.00

Gallery Images
Click on images for larger view of photos taken using this telescope model

Photo courtesy of: Paul Money, U.K.

DUAL-SPEED 11:1 CRAYFORD FOCUSER
This premium focuser is truly a delight to use and is a perfect match for these first-class telescopes. With excellent efficiency, it provides an exceptionally smooth 2-speed focusing operation with the utmost precision. Its fine-focusing facility is perfect for focusing accurately during Astrophotography. A graduated scale is marked on the drawtube for fast and precise focusing with CCD or DSLR cameras. The focuser is 360-degree Rotatable for easy framing of objects for Photography.

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Equinox-100 PRO OTA
F/900 Fluorite ED Apochromatic Refractor Telescope

The Equinox 100 departs slightly from the other refractors in this series. It is designed primarily as a visual instrument for high-power, high-resolution applications. The Equinox 100 features a beautifully corrected ED doublet with a focal length of 900 mm. It provides outstanding views of solar system objects and of brighter DSOs, and can split even the tightest doubles with ease. For added fun, attach a video camera along with our 2” ED 2x Barlow and treat yourself to stunning real-time views of earth’s nearest neighbors!

Schott Glass Used in Selected Models for Crown Element
Equinox 100 benefit from the inclusion of Schott glass being used for the positive front Crown element in the objective. Schott is the recognized world leader in glass utilized for precision optical lens systems, including medical instrumentation, and famous-brand camera lenses. While Schott glass is only used in selected models, all other models utilize top-quality, Grade-A glass from perhaps less famous but, nonetheless, highly respected, high-quality glass manufacturers

Standard Features:
D = 100 mm, F = 900.
Razor sharp, colour-free, high contrast optics.
Retractable aluminum dewshield.
Tube rings and dovetail included
Built-in finder scope bracket
Outstanding high-power instrument for lunar and planetary viewing.
Excellent performer on double stars and brighter DSOs
A superior instrument for video astrophotography.
Aluminum carrying case for safe, easy transportation.

Highest Practical Power (Potential): x300
Objective Lens Diameter: 100mm
Telescope Focal Length: 900mm (f/9)
Supplied without Eyepieces, Finderscope and Star Diagonal
Dual-Speed 11:1 Backlash-Free 2" Crayford Focuser with adjustable focus-tension & 360 Rotatable
2" to 1.25" Eyepiece adaptor (with Brass Compression Rings)
Retractable Dewshield (with aluminium cap)
Multi-Coated Objective Lens (One element FPL-53 ED Glass)
Supplied with tube rings and Sky-Watcher dovetail mounting plate
Foam-lined Aluminium Carrying/Storage case

	Prod. Code
Equinox-100 PRO OTA	120	SRP £ 799.00

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Equinox-120 PRO OTA
F/900 Fluorite ED Apochromatic Refractor Telescope

The Equinox 120 is the star of the Equinox Series. Its generous aperture makes it an ideal observing instrument for solar system and deep space objects alike – and it really shines on double stars. For astrophotography, the Equinox 120 features an f/7.5 focal ratio – more than speedy enough for today’s sensitive CCDs and digital SLR cameras. Plus, it can be coupled with a common SCT focal reducer to achieve even faster speeds.

Its high-power views are stunning. Consider these comments elicited by the Equinox 120 at a recent star party. Saturn was being viewed at 180x: “This is the view of Saturn that I have been waiting all my life to see” Brian D., an amateur astronomer with 30 years of experience. “Come on, you’ve got a picture in there somewhere” Karen, P., first time ever looking in a telescope.

For experienced observers and novices alike, the Equinox 120 delivers remarkable and memorable views. It has the perfect configuration of aperture, focal length and focal ratio to make it a general-purpose telescope that can be used for everything from widefield viewing to high-power planetary imaging. It may be the only telescope you will ever need, and one of the finest you will ever look through in this aperture class.

Schott Glass Used in Selected Models for Crown Element
Equinox 120 SCHOTT benefit from the inclusion of Schott glass being used for the positive front Crown element in the objective. Schott is the recognized world leader in glass utilized for precision optical lens systems, including medical instrumentation, and famous-brand camera lenses. While Schott glass is only used in selected models, all other models utilize top-quality, Grade-A glass from perhaps less famous but, nonetheless, highly respected, high-quality glass manufacturers.

Standard Features:
D = 120 mm, F = 900, f/7.5.
Razor sharp, colour-free, high contrast optics.
Retractable aluminum dewshield.
Tube rings and dovetail included
Built-in finder scope bracket
Outstanding high-power instrument for lunar and planetary viewing and imaging.
Outstanding low- and medium-power instrument for widefield imaging and viewing.
Aluminum carrying case for safe, easy transportation.

Highest Practical Power (Potential): x360
Objective Lens Diameter: 120mm
Telescope Focal Length: 900mm (f/7.5)
Supplied without Eyepieces, Finderscope and Star Diagonal
Dual-Speed 11:1 Backlash-Free 2" Crayford Focuser with adjustable focus-tension & 360 Rotatable
2" to 1.25" Eyepiece adaptor (with Brass Compression Rings)
Retractable Dewshield (with aluminium cap)
Multi-Coated Objective Lens (One element FPL-53 Glass)
Supplied with tube rings and Sky-Watcher dovetail mounting plate
Foam-lined Aluminium Carrying/Storage case

	Prod. Code
Equinox-120 PRO OTA	129	SRP £ 1099.00

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The prices listed on this website are U.K. suggested retail prices (SRP) including VAT for reference purposes only
and that prices may vary from dealer to dealer. Please contact your nearest stockist for firm pricing information.
As we are purely a distributor, we regret we are unable to sell directly to the public.
Specifications subject to variation due to later production changes. E&OE.

Optical Vision Ltd
Unit 3, Woolpit Business Park, Woolpit, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk IP30 9UP, England
Telephone: +44 (0)1359 244 200 Fax: +44 (0)1359 244 255
Email: info@opticalvision.co.uk

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