Explore Scientific 127 mm Achromatic Refractor OTA with Accessories
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Explore Scientific 127 mm Achromatic Refractor OTA with Accessories
The Explore Scientific AR127 Air-Spaced Doublet is a classic crown-and-flint doublet achromatic refractor with a focal ratio of f/6.5. With the AR127 model, you will be impressed by the stunning images revealed to you at the eyepiece, and all at a small fraction of the price you’d pay for a comparably sized apochromat refractor.
The Explore Scientific 127 mm AR Series telescope comes with heavy-duty, high quality components, including a 2" dual-speed focuser, a one-piece 2" diagonal with 99% dielectric coatings and 1.25" adapter. An Explore Scientific Hybrid Finder Scope Base is installed on the optical tube assembly with an 8 X 50 non-illuminated straight-through finderscope and quick release bracket. A cradle ring assembly with Vixen-style dovetail mount is also included, allowing you to easily attach the telescope to a variety of mounts. Just add a few eyepieces and the alt-azimuth or equatorial mount of your choice and you’ll be ready to discover the Universe!
Explore AR127 Refractor Features:
- Aperture - 127 mm
- Focal Length - 826 mm
- Focal Ratio - f/6.5
- The Explore Scientific 127 Doublet comes with a 2" 10:1 Dual Speed Crayford-style Focuser
- Supplied with an 8x50 Finder Scope and Hybrid Finder Scope Base
- Comes with a 2" Dielectric Diagonal and 1.25" Adapter
- Backed By Explore STAR Transferrable Extended Life Warranty
SKU Number
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EXS-DAR127065-02 |
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Model Number
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DAR127065-02 |
Telescope Series
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Explore AR Air-Spaced Doublet |
Focal Ratio
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f/6.5 |
Optical Design
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Refractor |
Telescope Aperture
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127mm (5") |
Telescope Mount Type
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No Mount - OTA Only |
Type of Electronics
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OTA Only - No Electronics |
Number of Refractor Elements
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2 (Doublet) |
Focal Length (mm)
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826 |
Optical Coatings
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Explore EMD |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude
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13 |
Focuser Style
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Crayford/Crayford Style |
Focuser Size
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2" |
Focuser Speed
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Dual Speed |
Telescope Outer Diameter (in.)
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5.12 (130 mm) |
Telescope OTA Weight (lb.)
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15 |
Telescope OTA Length (in.)
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34 (863 mm) |
Warranty
Warranty
Manufacturer's warranty period, if known. Customers should communicate directly with the manufacturer regarding details of their warranty, as warranties have a tendency to change without notice.
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Explore Scientific 1 Year/Unlimited Lifetime upon Registration/Electronics 1 Year |
- Explore Scientific 127 mm Air-Spaced Doublet Refractor Telescope OTA
- Dew Shield
- Cradle Rings with Handle and Vixen-Style Dovetail Mount
- 2" Dual-Speed Crayford Focuser
- 8x50 Straight-Thru Finderscope with Hybrid Finder Scope Base
- 2" Mirror Diagonal with 99% Reflective Dielectric Coatings
- 2" to 1.25" Adapter
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