Airy Disk APO 152mm f/5 ED FCD1 Refractor
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Ultra-Wide, Ultra-Bright, Ultra-Portable Power
Engineered for wide-field imaging and breathtaking visual sweeps of the night sky, the Airy Disk APO 152mm f/5 ED FCD1 is a fast, powerful refractor built to gather a tremendous amount of light. With its impressive 152mm (6-inch) aperture, this refractor delivers rich, bright views that reveal structure and clarity far beyond smaller instruments.
The telescope utilizes FCD1 ED glass, known for its excellent optical performance and low chromatic dispersion. Combined with its fast f/5 focal ratio, the 152mm APO produces vivid, high-contrast images ideal for capturing nebulae, star fields, and large-scale deep-sky targets. For visual observers, the wide-field views are immersive and highly detailed.
Despite its size and speed, the refractor maintains smooth mechanics and precise focusing, making it a highly capable tool for both visual and photographic work. Whether used with large-sensor cameras or low-power wide-angle eyepieces, the 152mm f/5 refractor is built to deliver powerful, dramatic results.
Perfect for:
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Wide-field deep-sky imaging
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Visual observers seeking rich, expansive views
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Fast imaging setups and large-sensor cameras
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Enthusiasts stepping into 6-inch refractor performance
Key Features:
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152mm aperture for exceptional light-gathering ability
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Fast f/5 focal ratio for wide-field imaging and bright visuals
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ED FCD1 glass for minimized chromatic aberration
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Smooth, precise mechanical construction
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Excellent choice for large nebulae and expansive star fields
A true wide-field powerhouse—ideal for astronomers who love bright, bold, sweeping views of the universe.
Specifications:
| SKU | 152ED |
| Glass used | HOYA FCD1, CDGM |
| Aperture | 152mm |
| Focal ratio | f/5 |
| Focal length | 750mm |
| Coating | full wideband multi coating |
| Resolving Power | 0.76" |
| Limit mag. | 12.7mag |
| 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 | 690mm f/4.6 |
| Backfocus | adjustable |
| CAA | optional |
| For sensor | Full Frame |
| Eyepiece Clamp | 2" with 1.25" Adapter |
| Length ext | 770mm |
| Length hood in | 705mm |
| OTA+PARTS | 10.37kg |
| OTA | 9.19kg |
| OTA DIA | 157cm |
| Dustcover | SCREW |
| Ring weight | 0.78kg |
| Total mounting HW | 2.40kg |
| Alu Suitcase | incl |
| Alu carton size | 89x41.5x51.5 |
| Weight incl Suitcase | 22.80kg |
| Focuser thread front | M134x1 |
| Focuser thread rear | M102x1 |
| Rear thread depth | 5.5mm |
| Rear hole depth | 8mm |
| Tube thread | M156x1 |