Explore Scientific ED80 80mm f/6 FCD100 Triplet Refractor Telescope

Color-Corrected Views with Premium FCD100 Glass

Tired of purple halos ruining your astrophotography? The Explore Scientific ED80 eliminates chromatic aberration with premium FCD100 glass, giving you true-to-color, razor-sharp images every time.

Features

• Premium FCD100 Apochromatic Optics – Experience true-color, high-contrast views with Hoya FCD100 extra-low dispersion glass, rivaling FPL-53 for industry-leading chromatic aberration control.
• Air-Spaced Triplet Design – Three-element optical system ensures tack-sharp stars, deep-sky clarity, and detailed planetary views, eliminating color distortion and optical imperfections.
• 2.5” Hexagonal Focuser (Supports 10 lbs) – The rock-solid dual-speed focuser keeps heavy cameras and accessories stable, ensuring pinpoint focus with zero flex or shift.
• Fast f/6 Focal Ratio – Capture wide-field deep-sky images and detailed planetary views with a telescope optimized for both visual observation and astrophotography.
• Ultra-Portable & Travel-Friendly – Weighs just 7.5 lbs with a compact 15” tube (without dew shield), making it an ideal grab-and-go scope for travel and remote imaging sessions.
• Versatile for Dual Telescope Setups – Use it as a primary imaging telescope or mount it on a larger rig for precise guiding in astrophotography.
• Built to Last – Durable anodized aluminum tube, integrated dew shield, and multi-layer EMD coatings ensure maximum light transmission and protection against wear.

The Explore Scientific ED80 FCD100 is for you if…

• You need a telescope that performs well in both imaging and visual astronomy. The fast f/6 focal ratio provides a wide field for deep-sky imaging while still delivering sharp lunar and planetary details for visual observation.
• You want precision focusing for heavy imaging setups. The rigid 2.5” Hexagonal Focuser holds up to 10 lbs of cameras and accessories, keeping everything steady for long-exposure astrophotography.
• You’re looking for a high-performance telescope that’s also portable. Weighing just 7.5 lbs with a compact 15” tube, the ED80 is an ideal grab-and-go scope for both backyard and dark-sky imaging sessions.
• You want a setup that integrates seamlessly with your existing equipment. The Vixen-style dovetail and hybrid finder scope base ensure compatibility with most mounts and finder scopes.

A travel-friendly telescope should still deliver professional results. The ED80 is ultra-lightweight but built tough, making it perfect for grab-and-go stargazing and astrophotography on the move. Whether you're setting up in your backyard or traveling to a dark-sky site, this compact design ensures you never have to compromise on optical performance.

A weak focuser can ruin an otherwise perfect shot. That’s why this telescope features a rigid 2.5” Hexagonal Focuser, designed to support up to 10 lbs of imaging gear without sag or shift. No more focus drift or flex during long exposures—just rock-solid stability, whether you're using a DSLR, a cooled astro camera, or a filter wheel.

When it comes to astrophotography and visual astronomy, optical precision is critical. The Explore Scientific ED80 is engineered to deliver exceptional image quality with a resolution of 1.45 arcseconds, allowing you to capture intricate planetary details and crisp deep-sky structures. With a limiting magnitude of 12, this telescope lets you observe and image fainter celestial objects that many smaller scopes would miss. EMD Enhanced Multi-Layer Coatings are applied to all optical surfaces, maximizing light transmission, contrast, and clarity to bring out fine details in nebulae, galaxies, and planetary features.

Versatility is key for any telescope investment. The ED80 seamlessly integrates into your existing setup, whether as a standalone imaging telescope or a guiding scope for advanced astrophotography rigs. With an integrated Vixen-style dovetail and hybrid finder scope base, you can attach it to most mounts and accessories right out of the box, eliminating compatibility concerns.

If you’re looking for a telescope that balances premium optics, astrophotography-ready features, and true portability, the Explore Scientific ED80 is the perfect choice. Capture the universe with clarity, precision, and ease—this is the telescope designed for astronomers who refuse to settle.

What’s Included in the ED80 FCD100 Package?

• Explore Scientific ED80 FCD100 Triplet Refractor Telescope – A 80mm f/6 air-spaced triplet refractor featuring Hoya FCD100 extra-low dispersion glass.
• 2.5" Hexagonal Focuser with 2 Extension Tubes – A rock-solid dual-speed focuser that supports up to 10 lbs of imaging gear. The two included extension tubes provide added flexibility for different eyepieces and camera setups.
• Integrated Vixen-Style Dovetail – For seamless mounting, this Vixen-style dovetail rail is compatible with most equatorial and alt-azimuth mounts, making setup quick and secure.
• Explore Scientific 2N1 Finder Scope Base (Installed on Scope) – This versatile hybrid finder scope base allows for easy attachment of finder scopes and red-dot finders.
• 99% Reflective 2" Diagonal – A high-quality 2” star diagonal with 99% reflectivity coatings.

Recommended Accessories

• Explore Scientific 8x50 Illuminated Right Angle Polar Finder Scope – Features an illuminated reticle for fast and accurate polar alignment.
• ED80 Telescope Case – A custom-designed padded case that protects your ED80 from dust, moisture, and impacts.
• Explore Scientific Field Flattener – Eliminates field curvature and edge distortion for astrophotography. This essential add-on ensures crisp, perfectly shaped stars across the entire image frame.