Askar 80PHQ
Discover the Stellar Performance of the Askar 80PHQ Refractive Astrograph Sleek Design and Superior Grip: Features an ivory and flawless coating on the main tube with a pimply texture for...
Discover the Stellar Performance of the
Askar 80PHQ Refractive Astrograph
- Sleek Design and Superior Grip: Features an ivory and flawless coating on the main tube with a pimply texture for improved grip and aesthetic appeal.
- User-Friendly Mechanical Construction: Equipped with clamshell-style CNC-manufactured black tube rings and simple locking screws for easy, tool-free setup.
- Vibrant Accents: Bright green dust cap, handle, locking screws, focusing knob, and decorative rings add vitality and contrast to the classic white and green PHQ series design.
- Advanced Optical System: Incorporates a 3+1 quadruplet lens structure with two pieces of ED glass to effectively reduce chromatic aberration and enhance image clarity and sharpness.
- Integrated Lens Design: Unique lens arrangement ensures superior vignette control and image quality, crucial for serious astrophotography.
- Long Focal Ratio: Offers a focal ratio of f/7.5, providing detailed and sharp images, ideal for deep-sky photography.
- Compact and Portable: At 448mm in length and weighing 4.7kg, the 80PHQ is more compact and lighter than its counterparts, making it ideal for those with lighter mounts or who travel frequently.
- Precision Focusing: Features a 3" rack-and-pinion focuser with dual-speed adjustment and a rotator marked with precise graduations for accurate adjustments.
- No Extra Flattener Needed: The powerful flatfield optical design eliminates the need for an additional flattener, simplifying the setup and use.
- Perfect for Both Beginners and Veterans: While similar to the 107PHQ in many ways, the 80PHQ offers a unique combination of portability and ease of use, appealing to both new enthusiasts and seasoned astrophotographers.
With its combination of advanced features and user-friendly design, the Askar 80PHQ stands out as a top choice for anyone passionate about capturing the cosmos.
Specifications
80PHQ |
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Aperture size |
80mm |
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Focal length |
600mm |
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Focal ratio |
f/7.5 |
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Objective lens |
Quadruplet air-spaced APO (including two ED glass) |
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Image circle |
44mm |
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Rear-end thread |
Imaging mode 115mm（from the base of M48×0.75 male thread） 135mm（from the base of M54×0.75 male thread） 155mm（from the base of M68×1male thread） 168.5mm（from the base of M76×1 male thread） |
Observing mode 148mm（from the end of 2" eyepiece holder） |
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Total length |
450mm（including 1.25" eyepiece holder as dew shield contracted） 540mm（including 1.25" eyepiece holder as dew shield fully stretched） 480mm（including the 4-piece adapter as dew shield contracted） 570mm（including the 4-piece adapter as dew shield fully stretched） |
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OTA Weight |
3.9kg |
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Total Weight (Including tube ring&dovetail plate） |
4.7kg |
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Rear-end thread type |
M76×1-M68×1 M68×1-M54×0.75 M54×0.75-M54×0.75 M54×0.75-M48×0.75（M48×0.75 filter thread inside） |
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Gross weight |
An 80PHQ OTA，a pair of tube rings, a handle, an Askar 300mm Vixen dovetail plate, a set of 4-piece photographic adapters, a manual |
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