152mm Achromat Refractor Telescope, Optical Tube Assembly with Accessories
$979.99
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152mm Achromat Refractor Telescope, Optical Tube Assembly with Accessories
$979.99
Large Aperture
152mm optical light gathering
Fast Optics
f/6.5 ratio for wide fields
Dual-Speed Focuser
2 inch precision focusing system
Dielectric Diagonal
99 percent optical light reflection
Dovetail Mount
Vixen style mounting cradle ring
Finder Scope
8x50 straight thru finding scope
Stellar Deep-Sky ViewingUnmatched Aperture in Achromatic Telescopes
The Explore Scientific AR152 Air-Spaced Doublet Refractor Telescope delivers outstanding brightness and high resolution with its impressive 152mm (6-inch) aperture. Engineered for wide-field observation and high-contrast planetary viewing, this refractor telescope brings deep-sky objects to life without requiring an expensive apochromat budget.
High Performance Optical TubeDesigned for Astronomy and Astrophotography
Built with diffraction-limited, air-spaced crown-and-flint optics, the Explore Scientific AR152 Air-Spaced Doublet Refractor Telescope features a versatile f/6.5 focal ratio and a 988mm focal length. Equipped with a heavy-duty 2-inch dual-speed focuser, a 99% dielectric-coated 2-inch diagonal, an 8x50 finder scope, and a sturdy cradle ring assembly with a Vixen-style dovetail plate, this telescope optical tube assembly is optimized for both visual astronomy and long-exposure astrophotography.
Technical Telescope SpecificationsComplete Optical and Physical Measurements
Item Number
DAR152065–01
Optical Design
Air-Spaced Doublet Achromatic Refractor
Aperture
152mm (6 in) (search)
Focal Length
988mm
Focal Ratio
f/6.5
Limiting Magnitude
13.4
Resolution
0.77 arcsec
Tube Length w/ Dew Shield
41 in / 1041 mm
Tube Diameter
152mm
Weight
23 lbs / 10.7 kg
Dovetail Plate
45 mm Wide V-Block (Vixen-Style) (layers)
Focuser
2" Dual-Speed Rack-and-Pinion
Diagonal Included
2" 99% Dielectric Coated
Finderscope
8x50 Non-Illuminated Straight-Thru
Observatory Grade Telescope FeaturesEngineered for Serious Sky Explorers
Optical System152mm air-spaced crown-and-flint doublet lens assembly
Focuser AssemblyHeavy-duty 2-inch dual-speed focus mechanism
Dielectric Diagonal2-inch one-piece diagonal with 99% reflective coating
Mounting HardwareCradle ring assembly with standard Vixen-style dovetail
Finderscope8x50 straight-thru finder with quick release bracket
Astrophotography ReadyHigh-contrast baffled optical tube assembly
Frequently Asked QuestionsEverything you need to know
What type of mount is required for the Explore Scientific AR152 Air-Spaced Doublet Refractor Telescope?
The Explore Scientific AR152 features a standard Vixen-style dovetail plate attached to its cradle rings, making it compatible with medium to heavy-duty alt-azimuth or German equatorial mounts rated to support at least 25 to 30 lbs.
Is the Explore Scientific AR152 Air-Spaced Doublet Refractor Telescope suitable for astrophotography?
Yes, with its diffraction-limited optics, internal tube baffling, fast f/6.5 focal ratio, and rigid 2-inch dual-speed focuser, the Explore Scientific AR152 is a solid performer for wide-field deep-sky astrophotography.
What accessories are included with the Explore Scientific AR152 Air-Spaced Doublet Refractor Telescope?
The telescope includes the 152mm optical tube assembly, a 2-inch dual-speed focuser, a 2-inch 99% dielectric diagonal, an 8x50 straight-thru finder scope with bracket, a dew shield, and a cradle ring assembly with a Vixen-style dovetail plate.
What eyepieces work with the Explore Scientific AR152 Air-Spaced Doublet Refractor Telescope?
The Explore Scientific AR152 accepts standard 2-inch astronomy eyepieces and includes a 1.25-inch adapter via the included diagonal, allowing you to use both low-power wide-field eyepieces and high-magnification planetary eyepieces.