iOptron 150mm Rumak Maksutov-Cassegrain OTA
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iOptron 150mm Rumak Maksutov-Cassegrain OTA
iOptron's Rumak-style 150mm Maksutov-Cassegrain provides enhanced views of the night sky for a fraction of what similar OTAs would cost. The MAK150 is ideal for a serious astronomer who needs apochromatic refractor-type performance at a fair price. In fact, the multicoated and fully-baffled optics provide almost similar results as a 5-inch apochromatic refractor -- at a fraction of the cost.
The MAK150 features a BK-7 optical glass primary mirror, Rumak-type secondary mirror, and Maksutov meniscus corrector lens for optimized clarity and contrast. Each mirror has been aluminized and quartz overcoated to protect your mirrors and show you unparalleled views of the night sky.
The MAK150 from iOptron is the only MAK of its kind that comes with a dual speed focuser for fine-tuning your images. Also included is an attachable dew shield—rare for a MAK—for better performance in cold temperatures.
iOptron 150mm Rumak Maksutov-Cassegrain OTA Specifications
- Telescope Optical Design: Maksutov-Cassegrain
- Telescope Aperture: 5.9" (150mm)
- Telescope Focal Ratio: f/12
- Telescope Focal Length: 70.9" (1800mm)
- Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 12.8
- Highest Useful Magnification: 300x
- Finder Included: Yes - 8 x 50 Finder Included
- Focuser Speed: Dual Speed
- Telescope Mount Type: No Mount - OTA Only
- Telescope OTA Length - Extended: 27 1/8” (With dew shield)
- Telescope OTA Length - Retracted: 21 3/4” (Without dew shield)
- Telescope OTA Weight: 13.4 lbs
- Bonus Items in Package: 2” to 1.25” compression ring accessory holders; Adapter Ring for Schmidt-Cass Accessories
- Telescope Warranty Period: One Year Limited Warranty
SKU Number
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IOP-6101 |
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Model Number
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6101 |
Telescope Series
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iOptron Mak-Cassegrain OTA |
Focal Ratio
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f/12 |
Optical Design
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Maksutov-Cassegrain |
Telescope Aperture
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150mm (5.9") |
Telescope Mount Type
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No Mount - OTA Only |
Type of Electronics
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OTA Only - No Electronics |
Focal Length (mm)
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1800 |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude
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12.8 |
Highest Useful Magnification
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300x |
Focuser Speed
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Dual Speed |
Telescope OTA Weight (lb.)
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13.4 lbs |
Refractor OTA Length - Extended (in.)
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27 1/8” (With dew shield) |
Refractor OTA Length - Retracted (in.)
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21 3/4” (Without dew shield) |
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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iOptron One Year Limited |
- iOptron 150 mm Rumak-Style Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope OTA
- 8x50 Straight-Through Finderscope with Quick Release Bracket
- Dual-Speed Focuser Knob
- Twist-Lock Aluminum Dew Shield
- 2" to 1.25" Compression Ring Accessory Holders
- Adapter Ring for Schmidt-Cassegrain Accessories
- T-Ring Adapter
- Vixen-Style Dovetail Rail
- Lens Cover
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