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Apertura 60mm FPL-53 Doublet Refractor and 2" Field Flattener

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SKU: APT-60EDR-KIT
$599.95 $819.95

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The Ultimate Kit for the Apertura 60 mm Doublet Refractor
Includes a Full-Frame Field Flattener and 32 mm Guidescope

The Apertura 60EDR APO refractor can be used as a travel telescope, a guide scope, a super finder, or a spotting scope. Weighing in at just 3.25 pounds, this super compact telescope is a great tool to have whether it is your main instrument for observation or a tool to guide you to the stars of your choice. Learn more about the Apertura 60EDR in our comprehensive video below!

This 60 mm refracting telescope from Apertura utilizes optics made with Ohara FPL-53 glass to provide observers and astrophotographers with amazing contrast, excellent color correction, and crisp images within its range. Not only is the 60EDR refractor portable and easy to use, it is extremely versatile.

What Does Our Team Think?
Patrick D expert photo
  • "The Apertura 60mm FPL-53 Doublet Refractor and 2" Field Flattener is a great starter kit for someone who is looking to make the jump from a DSLR and camera lens to a full on refractor. The included flattener has a spot for a 2” threaded filter, which is much easier to use than a normal clip-in filter that you would otherwise have to use with a DSLR. The kit also comes with a guide scope, meaning you will already have all of the optical gear you need for autoguiding right out of the box! This Apertura 60mm Kit can be easily configured for both visual and imaging applications as well."
- Patrick D., High Point Scientific Gear Expert

Mounting the Apertura 60EDR and Included Accessories

It's easy to mount this 60EDR refractor! This refractor comes with a hinged ring that drops down to a sturdy foot with 1/4-20 threads. From there, the scope can be attached to a photographic tripod for great portability or the foot can be attached to the dovetail of an alt-azimuth mount.

This small OTA can also be mounted to a larger telescope with a dovetail. To do this, remove the hinged ring and with a user supplied finder bracket (make sure to measure the largest diameter to make sure the refractor will fit inside), mount the 60EDR to the larger telescope, and you have a fantastic finderscope that can accept multiple eyepieces!

The included Apertura 32 mm Guidescope is a perfect complement to your setup and makes targeting a breeze! The Apertura Adjustable Flattener is designed to flatten the photographic field when used with the Apertura 60EDR refractor telescope and your DSLR camera. This is a full frame flattener and is threaded to accept 2" filters. More details below!

Optics and Optical Tube
Apertura has designed this telescope for optimum attractiveness and functionality. The scope is only 9.5" long when the dew shield is fully retracted. When the dew shield is fully extended, the 60EDR only measures a tad bit over 12". The compact size means that this OTA can easily accompany users as they travel to spot the best celestial objects to observe and/or image.

Dual-Speed Rack & Pinion Focuser
The focuser that comes with Apertura telescope is a 2" rack and pinion focuser with a 10:1 micro focuser. Users can easily make bigger changes to their focus with the large knob and then refine that focus by turning the smaller knob. Additionally, there is a built-in camera angle adjuster!

Apertura 32 mm Guidescope
This 32 mm guidescope has a focal length of 121.05 mm and an f/3.78 focal ratio. Focus is achieved through an integrated, precise helical focuser: simply twist the knurled lock ring. Camera attachment can be achieved through twist-locking 1.25" dual radial compression rings. This guide scope is compatible with standard and mini form factor cameras. For the mini form factor, attachment can be achieved with the use of a 1.25" nosepiece extension that is included with most cameras.

Apertura 2" Field Flattener
The camera side of the adjustable flattener presents M48 threads to accept a wide (M48 instead of M42) T-ring (sold separately) that will, in turn, mount to your DSLR camera body. The telescope side of the full-frame flattener includes a built-in M54 threaded adapter that accepts the rotator of the 60 mm EDR telescope. To access the rotator threads, simply remove the end collar. The inside of the M54 adapter is threaded to accept 2" filters. In order to achieve the proper back focus, the flattener has approximately 5 mm of adjustability. Keep in mind that if you use an imaging camera instead of a DSLR, you will need to use spacers to reach 55 mm, and then make adjustments on the flattener itself to accommodate the 60EDR.

Please Note: This telescope does not come with a diagonal and/or eyepieces. If you want to use the Apertura 60EDR visually, you will need to add a good quality 2" diagonal and at least one eyepiece of your choosing. Suggestions are listed in recommended accessories below. Thanks.

Comes with the Apertura Absolute Warranty!
The Apertura Absolute Warranty provides two years of coverage against product defects. After the initial two-year warranty expires, this product qualifies for Apertura's Three-Year Accident Replacement Program. In addition, the Apertura Absolute Warranty is transferrable! Download a copy of the Apertura Absolute Warranty for more information on this program, how to make a claim, and why it is important to keep your original receipt and the product's original boxes & packaging!

Astronomy Hub: Your one-stop-shop for Astronomy Hobbyist Knowledge!

Our Gear Experts have compiled a wealth of information to help you get the most out of your Apertura 60EDR telescope! Below you’ll find links to articles, videos and "how-to" guides. Just one more reason that our Astronomy Hub is a one-stop-shop for all your astronomy and astrophotography needs!

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