Explore Scientific AR102 Air-Spaced Doublet Refractor Telescope DAR102065-01
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Explore Scientific AR102 Air-Spaced Doublet Refractor Telescope DAR102065-01
Product Description
The Explore Scientific AR Air-Spaced Doublet Series telescopes are classic air-spaced, crown-and-flint, doublet achromatic f/6.5 refractors with a superior-class optical figure. Whether you choose the AR102 (4"), AR127 (5") or AR152 (6") 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.
Designed to handle the rigors of public star parties and educational outreach, the Explore Scientific AR Series telescopes come with heavy-duty, high quality components, including a 2-inch Two-Speed Crayford Focuser with Compression , a 99% Reflective Dielectric-Coated 2-inch Diagonal Mirror with 1.25-inch Eyepiece Adapter, an 8X50 non-illuminated straight-thru finderscope and quick release bracket, and a cradle ring assembly with 45mm wide dovetail plate (Vixen style). Just add a few eyepieces and the alt-azimuth or equatorial mount of your choice and you’ll be ready to discover the Universe!
AR127 Air-Spaced Doublet - 127MM f/6.5 Aperture
The Explore Scientific AR127 Air-Spaced Doublet is a classic air-spaced, crown-and-flint, doublet achromatic refractor, reborn with the aim to produce superior-class optical figure in a short (f/6.5) focal length design. 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.
AR152 Air-Spaced Doublet - 152MM f/6.5 Aperture
Interferometic data on your newly purchased and registered Explore achromatic refractor is available upon request after 120 days of ownership. Please contact Customer Service for more information.
Product Specifications
Item Number | DAR102065–01 | DAR127065–01 | DAR152065–01 |
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Focal Length | 663mm | 826mm | 988 mm |
Focal Ratio | f/6.5 | f/6.5 | f/6.5 |
Limiting Magnitude | 12.5 | 13 | 13.4 |
Resolution | 1.14 arcsec | .9 arcsec | .77 arcsec |
Tube Length w/ Dew Shield | 25.5"; 698mm | 34"; 863mm | 41"; 1041mm |
Diameter | 101mm | 130mm | 152 mm |
Weight | 11.5 lbs; 5.2 kg | 15.6lb; 7.1kg | 23 lb; 10.7 kg |
Dovetail Plate | 45mm Wide (Vixen-Style) | Vixen | 45 mm Wide V-Block, Vixen Style |
Warranty
One Year Warranty
Estimated between and
Will usually ship within 1 business day.
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We Put Our Customers First to us. If it doesn't fit, it breaks, you've changed your mind or for no reason whatsoever simply send it back to us and we'll cheerfully refund you every cent. |
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Returns are easy, simply contact us for a returns number and send your item to our returns centre for fast processing. We'll get you a replacement or refund in a snap! |
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In the unlikely event that you find your item cheaper at another online store, just let us know and we'll beat the competitor's pricing hands-down. |
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Explore Scientific AR102 Air-Spaced Doublet Refractor Telescope DAR102065-01
Product Description
The Explore Scientific AR Air-Spaced Doublet Series telescopes are classic air-spaced, crown-and-flint, doublet achromatic f/6.5 refractors with a superior-class optical figure. Whether you choose the AR102 (4"), AR127 (5") or AR152 (6") 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.
Designed to handle the rigors of public star parties and educational outreach, the Explore Scientific AR Series telescopes come with heavy-duty, high quality components, including a 2-inch Two-Speed Crayford Focuser with Compression , a 99% Reflective Dielectric-Coated 2-inch Diagonal Mirror with 1.25-inch Eyepiece Adapter, an 8X50 non-illuminated straight-thru finderscope and quick release bracket, and a cradle ring assembly with 45mm wide dovetail plate (Vixen style). Just add a few eyepieces and the alt-azimuth or equatorial mount of your choice and you’ll be ready to discover the Universe!
AR127 Air-Spaced Doublet - 127MM f/6.5 Aperture
The Explore Scientific AR127 Air-Spaced Doublet is a classic air-spaced, crown-and-flint, doublet achromatic refractor, reborn with the aim to produce superior-class optical figure in a short (f/6.5) focal length design. 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.
AR152 Air-Spaced Doublet - 152MM f/6.5 Aperture
Interferometic data on your newly purchased and registered Explore achromatic refractor is available upon request after 120 days of ownership. Please contact Customer Service for more information.
Product Specifications
Item Number | DAR102065–01 | DAR127065–01 | DAR152065–01 |
---|---|---|---|
Focal Length | 663mm | 826mm | 988 mm |
Focal Ratio | f/6.5 | f/6.5 | f/6.5 |
Limiting Magnitude | 12.5 | 13 | 13.4 |
Resolution | 1.14 arcsec | .9 arcsec | .77 arcsec |
Tube Length w/ Dew Shield | 25.5"; 698mm | 34"; 863mm | 41"; 1041mm |
Diameter | 101mm | 130mm | 152 mm |
Weight | 11.5 lbs; 5.2 kg | 15.6lb; 7.1kg | 23 lb; 10.7 kg |
Dovetail Plate | 45mm Wide (Vixen-Style) | Vixen | 45 mm Wide V-Block, Vixen Style |
Warranty
One Year Warranty
Estimated between and
Will usually ship within 1 business day.
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Please allow 10 days for your order to arrive. We source products from all over the world to bring you epic offers and the lowest prices. This means sometimes you have to wait a little longer to get your order but it's always worth it! |
|
![]() |
Returns are easy, simply contact us for a returns number and send your item to our returns centre for fast processing. We'll get you a replacement or refund in a snap! |
![]() |
We Put Our Customers First to us. If it doesn't fit, it breaks, you've changed your mind or for no reason whatsoever simply send it back to us and we'll cheerfully refund you every cent. |
|
![]() |
Returns are easy, simply contact us for a returns number and send your item to our returns centre for fast processing. We'll get you a replacement or refund in a snap! |
|
![]() |
In the unlikely event that you find your item cheaper at another online store, just let us know and we'll beat the competitor's pricing hands-down. |
|
![]() |
We insist that you love everything you buy from us. If you're unhappy for any reason whatsoever, just let us know and we'll bend over backwards to make things right again. |
|
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Ordering from Shoptimized is 100% safe and secure so you can rest easy. Your personal details are never shared, sold or rented to anyone either. |