For crisp wide field observing and imaging, nothing can beat a true triple-element apochromatic refractor (APO).
This is especially true in astrophotography, where APOs have produced some of the most beautiful images of the heavens ever taken from earth. But not all APOs are created equal. Today's market is filled with semi-APOs (with two lenses instead of three) that don't bring all the colors to focus in the refractor. Thanks to a two-year design process and a triple objective lens made from the highest quality ED (extra-low dispersion) glass, Meade Series 5000 ED APO Triplets are virtually free of chromatic aberration (color fringing). This means they outperform the most expensive semi-APOs at a fraction of the cost.
Expert observers will be delighted by the total absence of color fringing and the scope's textbook-perfect pinpoint star images. Even beginners will notice the breathtaking high contrast and resolution of a Series 5000 APO. One astronomer commented that the Series 5000 APO "kicked butt on my semi-APO that cost twice as much." The scope is available as a standalone OTA, or as a package with our new Series 5000 2" enhanced diagonal and an aluminum carrying case.
- FAST FOCAL RATIO: At f/6 (80mm) and f/7.5 (127mm), the focal ratio of these scopes is tailor-made for fast wide field astrophotography.
- PREMIUM ED GLASS: Meade uses the finest Japanese FCD1 ED (Extremely Low Dispersion) glass. This glass is created to achieve a very small change in refractive index with different wavelengths of light. This makes it the perfect choice for a fast, high performance optical design like the Series 5000 APOs.
- FULLY MULTICOATED LENSES: Meade broadband multicoated lenses ensure maximum light transmission.
- TRUE ED APOCHROMATIC TRIPLET: A true triplet optical design guarantees the textbook color correction you expect from a premium APO.
- FULLY EXTENDABLE DEW SHIELD/SUN SHADE: An essential accessory built-in to the design for your convenience.
Included in delivery:
- Meade AP 127 / 952 OTA with 127mm aperture, fully coated lenses and 952 mm focal length
- completely retractable dew shield
- aluminum Crayford focuser
In addition, a 2" star diagonal is included in this package.
The mounting LXD75:
Light and transportable, but already equipped with a Go To control, the LXD75 is ideal for the advanced entrancy in astronomy. First astro-photographic steps can be performed and developed. The mounting is already equipped with another engine in both axes, which update astronomic objects and positions them up to 4,5° per second. Accuracy-gear in both axes allows a handling with a minimum of work with all 9 tempi. The Auto Star Handbox with Go To- funktion controls the LXD75 exactly and safe. The mounting is photographically resilient up to 8 kg and already equipped with PEC (Periodic Error Control).
It not only matters which telescope you buy but also where you buy it. Our additional services:
- We are a leading telescope dealer and know the devices we sell. Our customer service team will gladly help you after your purchase if you have problems with assembly or operation.
- We provide a copy of the 80-page Telescope ABC beginners handbook with every telescope.
- We also provide an edition of the exciting astronomy magazine, “Sterne und Weltraum” with each telescope.
