Airy Disk APO 140mm f/6.5 Triplet FCD-100 Apochromatic Refractor
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The Airy Disk APO 140mm f/6.5 Triplet FCD-100 is built for serious astrophotographers and dedicated observers seeking a true flagship refractor. With its generous 140mm aperture, this telescope delivers exceptional brightness, high contrast, and remarkable resolution—perfect for capturing faint deep-sky targets and revealing fine structure in lunar and planetary detail.
Its advanced triplet apochromatic design features Hoya FCD-100 ED glass, one of the highest-grade optical materials available. This Japanese-made glass provides outstanding chromatic correction, producing razor-sharp star images and vibrant, accurate color across the entire field. Whether paired with high-resolution cameras or used visually under dark skies, the 140mm APO offers a premium experience that rivals much larger instruments.
The f/6.5 focal ratio strikes a near-perfect balance between speed and optical precision, supporting both wide-field imaging and detailed close-up work. With its robust mechanics, precision focuser, and professional-grade construction, this refractor is ready for both advanced backyard setups and observatory-level imaging rigs.
Perfect for:
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Deep-sky astrophotography with exceptional detail
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High-resolution lunar and planetary observing
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Advanced users upgrading to a large-aperture APO
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Permanent or semi-permanent imaging setups
Key Features:
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140mm aperture for superior brightness and fine resolution
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Triplet APO design with premium FCD-100 ED glass
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f/6.5 focal ratio ideal for both imaging and visual work
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Precision-engineered focuser and stable mechanical build
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Excellent color correction and contrast
Experience the next tier of optical excellence with a refractor designed for serious stargazers and imaging professionals.
Specifications:
| SKU | 140APO |
| Glass used | HOYA FCD100, CDGM |
| Aperture | 140mm |
| Focal ratio | f/6.5 |
| Focal length | 910mm |
| Coating | full wideband multi coating |
| Resolving Power | 0.83" |
| Limit mag. | 12.5mag |
| Color | White |
| Tube Material | Aluminum alloy |
| Dovetail style | Losmandy |
| Focuser |
4" dual-speed 1:10 rack-and-pinion
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| Available FF | 0.92x FF |
| Reduce to | 837mm f/6 |
| Backfocus | adjustable |
| CAA | optional |
| For sensor | Full Frame |
| Eyepiece Clamp | 2" with 1.25" Adapter |
| Length ext | 1000mm |
| Length hood in | 850mm |
| OTA+PARTS | 10.72kg |
| OTA | 8.96kg |
| OTA DIA | 145cm |
| Dustcover | SCREW |
| Ring weight | 0.89kg |
| Total mounting HW | 1.77kg |
| Alu Suitcase | incl |
| Alu carton size | 106x42x48 |
| Weight incl Suitcase | 24.41kg |
| Focuser thread front | M134x1 |
| Focuser thread rear | M102x1 |
| Rear thread depth | 5.5mm |
| Rear hole depth | 8mm |
| Tube thread | M142x1 |