TS-Optics Photoline 80 mm f/6 FPL53 Triplet Apo - 2.5" RAP Focuser
A highly corrected, fast apochromat. Its compact dimensions make it a perfect traveling telescope – also ideal for astrophotography.
Key Features:
- Aperture: 80 mm
- Focal Length: 480 mm / Focal Ratio: f/6
- Design: Triplet with FPL53 element – no chromatic aberration
- Tube: Aluminum for rapid cooling
- Internal: Baffles to eliminate stray light
- Focuser: One of the best 2.5" in its class, rack-and-pinion drive for high payload
- Connections: 2" receptacle and M63x1, M68x1 threads
- Dew Shield: Retractable, only 37.5 cm transport length and 3 kg weight
Photoline 80 mm f/6 Apo: The perfect telescope for astrophotography and observation
The Photoline 80 mm f/6 is a high-quality apochromatic refractor designed for astrophotographers and advanced observers. Its triplet design with FPL53 element from Ohara (Japan) and precise mechanics ensures sharp images without chromatic aberrations.
Optical Performance
- Optical Design: Triplet apochromatic with FPL53
- Coating: Fully multi-coated
- Aperture: 80 mm
- Focal Length: 480 mm
- Focal Ratio: f/6
Even at high magnifications, the images are sharp and free of chromatic aberrations. The fast focal ratio allows short exposure times for astrophotography and makes the telescope compact and easy to transport.
Tube Characteristics
- Material: CNC aluminum
- Length (dew shield retracted): 375 mm
- Length (dew shield extended): 435 mm
- Tube Diameter: 89 mm
- Dew Shield Diameter: 103.3 mm
- Weight: 3.14 kg (with rings)
Focuser
- Type: 2.5" rack-and-pinion focuser with dual speed (1:11)
- Support: Plain bearing for high stability
- Connections: M63x1, M68x1 threads, 2" and 1.25" receptacles
- Drawtube Travel: 75 mm
- Maximum Load: 5 kg
Included Accessories
- 80/480 mm triplet apochromatic telescope
- CNC aluminum tube with rings and dovetail bar
- 2.5" RAP focuser with 1.25" reducer
- Finder shoe (mounted)