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120 APO

Askar

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The Askar 120 APO is a premium 120mm apochromatic triplet refractor featuring an air-spaced design with ED glass that delivers high-contrast, virtually color-fringe-free images ideal for both astrophotography and visual astronomy. With a native focal length of 840mm at f/7, it offers excellent light-gathering power and resolution, and can be configured with optional 1x flattener or 0.8x reducer accessories for maximum versatility. The telescope features a robust 3.3-inch dual-speed rack-and-pinion focuser with 360-degree rotator, dual finder bases, and CNC-machined construction, making it a comprehensive solution for portable astroimaging and visual observing.

Specifications

Focal length 840 mm
Rotator Type 360-degree precision rotator
Focuser Travel 10 mm
Dew Shield Retractable
Optical design Triplet air-spaced apochromatic (APO)
Weight (including tube rings) 6.5 kg
Focuser Fine Adjustment Ratio 10:1
Visual Adapters 1.25-inch and 2-inch
Limiting Magnitude 12.2
Focal Ratio with 0.8x Reducer f/5.6
Focuser Type Dual-speed rack-and-pinion
Dovetail Type Vixen-style
Focal Length with 0.8x Reducer 672 mm
Focuser Size 3.3 in
Dovetail Plate Length 290 mm
ED Glass
Aperture 120 mm
Focal ratio f/7
Tube Ring Weight 780 g
Finder Bases 2

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