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Dall–Kirkham telescope DK 250/1700 ODK10 OTA

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The ODK-Series (Optimised Dall-Kirkhams) is based on a focal ratio of f/6.8, fast enough for some superb deep sky photo-visual use and, still have enough focal length for high resolution planetary work both visual and CCD applications.

The tube is constructed from Carbon Fibre sandwich design. Very, very strong to avoid flexing and, zero expansion to ensure the focal plane does not change over long photographic exposures. Being an open tube design and very short, cool down times are remarkably fast.

To assist cool down of the telescope, each model is fitted with three fans, all positioned behind the primary mirror.

Exact focusing across the ODK range is achieved with the ACU-3S 3”-Crayford Focuser featuring a 10:1 reduction drive.

Good images need good optics, all fitted in reliable, stable and precise engineering.

The DK 250/1700: The introductory model for the ODK range is the 250mm model, the ODK10. As with all the ODK models, the ODK10 is fitted as standard with our ACU-3S, 3” focuser to enable a strong focusing platform for a wide range of cameras. Being both a photographic and visual telescope you are assured of some spectacular views of the planets, the Moon and even faint nebulas and galaxies.

You will see from the spot diagrams that the ODK10 produces very tight, well defined images. The field size is usable to over 50mm ensuring you have the choice of some higher power imaging and views on axis for the planets and moon etc but also, the capability to present to your camera some amazing fields of Deep Sky objects, particularly those requiring a higher degree of magnicication.

The primary mirror is made from Schott Borosilicate Low Expansion Suprax glass (virtually identical to Pyrex). The mirror is produced to exacting standards to an F/4 paraboloid configuration. It achieves a surface accuracy of 1/6 wave or better. Orion Optics UK use one of the worlds most exacting measuring devices, a Zygo Laser Interferometer. It can measure optical distances which are smaller than 2,000, yes, 2,000 times smaller than the thickness of a human hair.

Without a Zygo or similarly accurate and reliable measuring instrument, it is impossible to give accurate measurements of an optics’ or telescope’s performance. Only the best manufacturers in the business of making telescopes use them because they are not suitable for mass produced telescopes, they are slow to use and need highly skilled technicians to operate them, it just does not lend itself to anything other than the highest quality, hand figured optics, definitely not mass produced optics to a tight budget.

The primary mirror is Hilux coated for the highest possible aluminium protected reflective surfaces available.

Tube Rings: To give maximum security and exactness, Orion Optics UK manufacture on their own CNC milling machines, aluminium tube rings which are machined from solid pieces of aluminium and later black anodised to protect the surface which are felt lined to give a gentle but firm grip to the polished tubes. Pressure adjustment is made by the large knurled knob on each tube ring to give precise amounts of friction on the tube outer surface.

ACU-3S: The ODK series of Optimised Dall Kirkhams is supported by a precision 3” focuser of short draw tube length. The top of the draw tube is threaded to accept many accessories, adaptors and spacing componenets. Silky smooth, incredible strength and attractive looks give you all the reliability and confidence in the ACU-3S you are ever likely to need. 3” internal threaded draw tube (76.2mm) enables wide fields to be achieved with vignetting not being a problem. Ultra accurate 10:1 slow motion control with a smooth, effortless motion which has got to be tried to be believed. Carrying capacity way beyond the requirements of all but the heaviest cameras.

The focuser is connected to the telescope by means of a very accurate machined female dovetail which is held onto a male equivalent on the telescope tube or cell with stainless steel grub screws. The beauty of this arrangement is that these screws and dovetail coupling allow you to rotate the focuser through 360 degrees rotation. In other words, to put it in exactly the rotational position you want for the attached equipment fitted, CCD, filter wheels, guiders etc. It just makes it so easy to set things up perfectly to meet your needs.

Specifications

Optics


Type
Reflector
Type of build
Dall–Kirkham telescope
Aperture (mm)
250
Focal length (mm)
1700
Aperture ratio (f/)
6,8
Resolving capacity
0,55
Limit value (mag)
13,8
Light gathering capacity
1280
Max. useful magnification
500
Tube weight (kg)
12
tube diameter (mm)
300
Tube length (mm)
475
Tube material
Carbon
Coating
Hilux
Tube construction
Full tube
Fully Corrected Field (mm)
50

Reflector


Main mirror´s construction
parabolic
Primary mirror - Material
Suprax
Secondary mirror material
Suprax
Secondary mirror diameter (mm)
96
Adjustable
yes
Ventilation for central mirror
yes

Focuser


Type of build
Crayford
Connection ( to eyepiece)
2
Backfocus (mm)
213
Free aperture (mm)
76
Ring clamp
yes
Gear reduction
1:10 Fine movement
Adjustment range (mm)
30
Rotating
yes

Mount


Type of build
OTA
Mounting type
no mount

Included accessories


Eyepiece adaptor
1,25" - 2"
Prism rail
Losmandy-Style
Tube clamps
yes
Corrector
integrated

General


Series
ODK

Area of application


Astrophotography
yes (very good)
Moon & Planets
yes
Nature Observation
no
Nebulae & galaxies
yes
Sun
no (Only with appropriate Sun filter)

Recommended for


Beginners
no
Advanced
yes
Observatories
yes

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Orion Optics UK Dall–Kirkham telescope DK 250/1700 ODK10 OTA
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