480mm Focal Length, f/6 Focal Ratio, Triplet Lens with FPL-53 ED Element, Internally Baffled Tube, Fully Multicoated Optics, 2.5" R&P Focuser with 1:10 Gearing, Camera Angle Adjuster, Accepts 2" & 1.25" Eyepieces/Accessories, Sturdy CNC Rings, Handle with Accessory Slots ...480mm Focal Length, f/6 Focal Ratio, Triplet Lens with FPL-53 ED Element, Internally Baffled Tube, Fully Multicoated Optics, 2.5" R&P Focuser with 1:10 Gearing, Camera Angle Adjuster, Accepts 2" & 1.25" Eyepieces/Accessories, Sturdy CNC Rings, Handle with Accessory Slots, Retractable Dew Shield Built for wide-field imaging the Gear Series 80mm Triplet APO Refractor optical tube assembly from Starfield features a triplet lens with an Ohara FPL-53 apochromatic element. The ball bearing-supported 2.5 focuser accepts 2 and 1.25 eyepieces and accessories and is sturdy enough for heavy cameras and astrophotography equipment. The manual camera angle adjuster provides framing options during your imaging sessions.
The OTA is compatible with an optional motorized focuser and requires a separately available tripod or pier and mount for use.