130mm f6.3 Starfire EDF – 5.12" aperture
with 2.7" Focuser
Roland and Marj Christen at NEAF 2007 with the 130mm f6.3 StarFire EDF, Mach1GTO Mount and EAGLE6 Pier.
Astro-Physics introduced the prototype of this new triplet
apochromatic refractor at the Northeast Astronomy Forum (NEAF) on April 28,
2007.
The new compact, lightweight tube assembly can be disassembled into three parts
to fit into your carry-on luggage. We have also incorporated a rotating focuser
collar that will enable you to frame your photos for optimal, artistic composition.
Our dedicated 2.7” Prime Focus Field Flattener (67PF56) will provide pinpoint
images across the field.
The triplet lens is the same extraordinary quality that you have come to expect
from Astro-Physics. It will feature the latest multi-coating technology that
we have used for our 160mm and 140mm StarFires in recent years.
As of this writing in April 2008, production is well underway with the first
deliveries expected in May or June. Since we anticipate that this will be a
very popular instrument, we have also scheduled the glass deliveries for the
second production run, which we will start later this year.
We plan to offer these instruments to people on our 130 f6 notification list. Please refer to our availability page for more information on our notification lists and backorder history. To get on the 130 StarFire EDF Notification List, please use our Online Notification Request Form.
The Mach1GTO or 900GTO German Equatorial mounts are recommended for astrophotography, depending on your requirements for portability and the amount of wind you are likely to encounter at your photographic site.
Specifications| Color correction | Less than + - 0.006% focus variation from 706nm to 430nm (r to g wavelengths). |
| Clear aperture | 130mm (5.12") |
| Focal length | 819mm (32.25") |
| Photographic speed | f6.3 |
| Theoretical Resolution | 0.87 arc seconds |
| Coatings | Multi-layer, broadband, overall transmission greater than 97% in peak visual wavelengths |
| Magnification range | 22x to 500x |
| Tube assembly | White, 4.7" diameter, machined aluminum tube, fully baffled, flat black interior, push-pull lens cell, engraved retaining ring. Convertible for travel. Includes covers for all ends to protect the lens and tube when it is disassembled. |
| Focuser type | 2.7" I.D. Focuser with rotating collar, rack and pinion with FeatherTouch Micro 9:1 dual-speed reduction, 4.4" travel; 2" and 1.25" adapters. |
| Telescope length | 698mm (27.5") with dewcap fully retracted |
| Diameter of Dewcap | 152mm (6") OD including paint thickness, retractable |
| Weight with dewcap | 15 lbs. (6.8 kg) |
| Carrying-case type | Wood case with grey vinyl covering and foam-lined interior |
| 35mm Photographic field at prime-focus | 1.6 x 2.3 degrees @ f6.3 |
| 35mm Photographic field with 2.7" telecompressor (27TVPH) | 2.1 x 3.1 degrees @ f4.7 |
| 35mm Photographic field with 2x Barlow | 0.6 x 0.85 degrees @ f12.6 |
| 6x7cm Photographic field at prime focus | 4.2 x 5 degrees @ f6.3 |
There are many other accessories to consider. Please refer to these sections for additional recommendations:
Visual Accessories
Photographic
and CCD Imaging Accessories
Baader Planetarium Filters
AstroSolar Solar Filter Material
Mounting Plates - your choices will be determined by the mount you own.
Please refer to our availability page for more information on our notification lists and backorder history. To get on the 130 StarFire EDF Notification List, please use our Online Notification Request Form.
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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