127mm AirSpaced Triplet APO Refractor
$2,999.99
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127mm AirSpaced Triplet APO Refractor
$2,999.99
127mm Aperture
Exceptional Light Gathering Power
HOYA FCD100 Glass
Premium Apochromatic ED Optics
Carbon Fiber Tube
Ultra Lightweight Structural Rigidity
2.5 Inch Focuser
Heavy Duty Hexagonal Design
Air-Spaced Triplet
Virtually Eliminates Chromatic Aberration
f/7.5 Focal Ratio
952mm Focal Length System
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Explore Deep SpaceUnmatched Apochromatic Clarity and Precision Optics
The Explore Scientific FCD100 Series 127mm f/7.5 Carbon Fiber Triplet ED APO Refractor Telescope delivers breathtaking views of celestial wonders, from detailed lunar craters to distant deep-sky nebulae. Featuring genuine HOYA FCD100 ED glass and an air-spaced triplet optical design, this lightweight carbon fiber telescope provides high-contrast, color-pure astro-imaging and visual observation.
Astro-Grade Optical PrecisionEngineered for Serious Observers and Astrophotographers
Take your stargazing to professional levels with the Explore Scientific FCD100 Series 127mm f/7.5 Carbon Fiber Triplet ED APO Refractor Telescope. Utilizing top-tier HOYA FCD100 extra-low dispersion glass, this instrument achieves advanced chromatic aberration correction comparable to legendary FPL-53 glass. Its lightweight carbon fiber tube resists thermal expansion while significantly lessening load weight on your mount. Equipped with a robust 2.5" Hexagonal focuser capable of handling up to 10 lbs of heavy imaging gear, this triplet refractor telescope is built for exceptional stability and diffraction-limited optical performance.
Technical SpecificationsDetailed Measurements and Equipment Details
Item Number
FCD100–127075-CF
Aperture
127mm
Focal Length
952mm
Focal Ratio
f/7.5
Optical Design
Air-Spaced Triplet ED APO
Glass Type
Genuine HOYA FCD100 ED Glass
Tube Material
Lightweight Carbon Fiber
Focuser
2.5" Hexagonal Focuser
Limiting Magnitude
13
Resolution
0.9 arcsec
Tube Length w/ Dew Shield
41.75" / 1060mm
Tube Length w/o Dew Shield
33.25" / 849mm
Tube Diameter
145mm
Weight
14 lb / 6.4 kg
Dovetail Plate
Vixen Style
Key Instrument FeaturesAdvanced Optics Built for Imaging and Observation
Apochromatic Triplet OpticsGenuine HOYA FCD100 ED glass delivers true-color visual contrast
Carbon Fiber TubeUltra-light construction provides thermal stability and lowers payload
2.5" HEX FocuserRigid hexagonal focuser supports up to 10 lbs of imaging camera gear
EMD CoatingsEnhanced multi-layer coatings maximize optical light transmission across surfaces
Integrated Dew ShieldRetractable protection reduces moisture build-up and stray light glare (umbrella)
Vixen Dovetail MountingStandard dovetail bar fits most equatorial astronomical mounts
99% Reflective DiagonalIncluded 2" diagonal provides crisp high-efficiency views
Frequently Asked QuestionsEverything you need to know
What mounts are compatible with the Explore Scientific FCD100 Series 127mm f/7.5 Carbon Fiber Triplet ED APO Refractor Telescope?
The telescope includes a standard Vixen-style dovetail plate, making it compatible with most astronomical equatorial or alt-azimuth mounts that accept Vixen dovetails and support a payload of at least 14 lbs plus accessories.
Is the Explore Scientific FCD100 Series 127mm f/7.5 Carbon Fiber Triplet ED APO Refractor Telescope good for astrophotography?
Yes, the 2.5" HEX focuser supports up to 10 lbs of camera gear without slipping, and the premium HOYA FCD100 triplet optics eliminate false color, making it an outstanding choice for deep-sky astro-imaging.
Does the Explore Scientific FCD100 Series 127mm f/7.5 Carbon Fiber Triplet ED APO Refractor Telescope come with a carrying case?
No, a carrying case and finderscope are not included with this telescope, though it comes pre-installed with a finder scope base, cradle ring, dovetail plate, and 2" diagonal.