Explore Scientific ED102 102mm f/7 Triplet APO Refractor Telescope

Explore Scientific ED102 102mm f/7 Air-Spaced Triplet APO Refractor Telescope

Features

• 102mm / 4" Aperture
• 714mm Focal Length
• f/7 Focal Ratio
• Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Glass
• Proprietary EMD Enhanced Multi-layer Coatings
• Apochromatic Triplet Lens System
• Vixen-style Dovetail Plate
• Two-Speed 2" Rack-and-Pinion Focuser
• 1.25" Eyepiece Adapter
• 90-degree Star Diagonal
• OTA Only - Mount and Tripod Required

Discover the universe with the Explore Scientific ED102 Essential Series Air-Spaced Triplet APO Refractor Telescope, a true apochromatic instrument that unveils the lunar landscape's dramatic craters, Jupiter's neatly striped atmosphere, and the dazzling stars of the Orion Nebula set against its nebulous home. This apochromatic refractor opens up a universe of celestial wonders, laying a firm foundation for beginning deep sky astrophotography.

Striking a perfect balance between portability and aperture size, this high-performance telescope is engineered for sharp, diffraction-limited observations across a broad range of celestial objects. Whether it's the moon, planets, or deep sky phenomena, its objective lens delivers outstanding clarity and detail.

The telescope's air-spaced triplet optical design significantly reduces chromatic aberrations, producing vibrant, high-contrast images. This is achieved through the use of authentic HOYA FCD1 extra-low dispersion (ED) glass and our exclusive EMD enhanced multi-layer coatings, ensuring unparalleled optical quality.

This model comes with two extension tubes for its 2" rack-and-pinion focuser, and the Explore Scientific 2N1 Finder Scope Base comes pre-installed on the telescope. (Note: Finder scope is not included. Enhance your viewing experience with the addition of the Explore Scientific 8x50 Straight Through Illuminated Viewfinder or the Explore Scientific 8x50 Illuminated Right Angle Polar Finder Scope.)

Recommended Accessories

• Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount: Ideal for beginners and experts, offers smooth tracking and stability for telescopes, perfect for casual stargazing.
• Explore Scientific EXOS2-GT Equatorial Mount: Best for long-exposure astrophotography with go-to technology for precise object tracking, enhancing your night sky photography.
• Explore Scientific Field Flattener: Essential for correcting coma aberration, ensures sharp, edge-to-edge clarity in celestial images, compatible with various telescopes.

If you prefer to upgrade to the HOYA FCD100 glass, view the Explore Scientific ED102 102mm f/7 FCD100 Triplet Refractor Telescope

If you prefer to upgrade to the Carbon Fiber version, view the Explore Scientific ED102 102mm f/7 FCD100 Triplet Refractor Telescope in Carbon Fiber