{"product_id":"explore-scientific-ed165-fpl53-air-spaced-triplet-refractor-telescope-fpl53-165cf-01","title":"Explore Scientific ED165-FPL53 Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescope - FPL53–165CF-01","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eDISCONTINUED 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e*Note that this is a discontinued product. This legacy information is for reference only. Check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/explorescientific.com\/collections\/apo-triplet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAPO Triplet Series\u003c\/a\u003e telescope collection. \u003cbr\u003e \n\u003c!--start tab--\u003e\n\u003ch1 id=\"description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Scientific's largest refractor telescope incorporates our true three-element apochromat design the ED165-FPL53 with an aperture of 165mm (6.5-inch) utilizes one of the highest performance extra-low dispersion materials obtainable: \u003ca title=\"O'Hara FPL-53 Glass Specifications\" href=\"http:\/\/oharacorp.com\/pdf\/esfpl53.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOHARA FPL-53 ED Glass\u003c\/a\u003e. Reveal celestial wonders like the desolate beauty of the lunar terrain, the serene structure of Saturn’s rings or some of the most challenging deep sky objects with Explore Scientific’s ED165-FPL53 Air-Spaced Triplet Apochromatic Refractor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining FPL-53 with optical glass of high refractive index allows us to achieve unprecedented advanced chromatic aberration correction. OHARA FPL-53 is considered one of the best glass types ever produced. Having a true diffraction-limited optical design, this large high performance refractor  is a perfect grab-and-go instrument for exploring the skies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing an air-spaced triplet optical design that virtually eliminates chromatic aberrations, this telescope generates brilliant high-contrast images by combining genuine OHARA FPL-53 extra-low dispersion (ED) glass and proprietary EMD enhanced multi-layer coatings on all optical surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, this amazing scope also includes a 3\" Hexagonal focuser with very rigid design and strong support. Up to 10 lbs of gear can be loaded onto this focuser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eED165mm f\/7 Air Spaced Triplet with Ohara FPL-53 optics and Integrated Dew Shield; 1155mm focal length; 3\" HEX Focuser; Cradle Ring with Handle and Vixen Style Dovetail Plate; Explore Finder Scope Base installed on scope; 99% Reflective 2\" Diagonal; and a hard TSA approved carrying case.  (Finder Scope NOT Included)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--end tab--\u003e\u003c!--start tab--\u003e\n\u003ch1 id=\"specs\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spanrow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"speccell speccell-left\"\u003eItem Number\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"speccell\"\u003eFPL53–165CF-01\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spanrow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"speccell speccell-left\"\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"speccell\"\u003e1155mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spanrow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"speccell speccell-left\"\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"speccell\"\u003ef\/7\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spanrow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"speccell speccell-left\"\u003eLimiting Magnitude\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"speccell\"\u003e13\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spanrow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"speccell speccell-left\"\u003eResolution\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"speccell\"\u003e.9 arcsec\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spanrow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"speccell speccell-left\"\u003eTube Length w\/ Dew Shield\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"speccell\"\u003e52\"; 1320mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spanrow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"speccell speccell-left\"\u003eTube Length w\/out Dew Shield\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"speccell\"\u003e41\"; 1041mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spanrow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"speccell speccell-left\"\u003eDiameter\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"speccell\"\u003e165mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spanrow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"speccell speccell-left\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"speccell\"\u003e27.6lb; 12.51kg\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spanrow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"speccell speccell-left\"\u003eDovetail\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"speccell\"\u003eLosmandy D\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!--end tab--\u003e \u003c!--start tab--\u003e\n\u003ch1 id=\"warranty\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited Warranty is one year, which converts to the Explore STAR Transferable Extended Life of the Product Warranty when product is registered within 60 days of purchase. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/explorescientificusa.com\/apps\/product-registration\"\u003eClick Here\u003c\/a\u003e to register.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--end tab--\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eCA Residents: \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/explorescientificusa.com\/pages\/prop65\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProp 65 WARNING(S)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Explore Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51346053628209,"sku":"FPL53-165CF-01","price":11999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0851\/8703\/5441\/files\/FPL53-165CF-01_Angle_1_Prem_1f72284b-eab4-4fdf-83d9-5dc5c9441576.jpg?v=1747147669","url":"https:\/\/www.impulsecameras.com\/products\/explore-scientific-ed165-fpl53-air-spaced-triplet-refractor-telescope-fpl53-165cf-01","provider":"IMPULSE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}