Vixen | Producer of optics from astronomical telescopes and binoculars
Discontinued itemsSold OutVixen Telescope SXP-PFL-SD115S
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Outstanding sharp images with high contrast for both visual and photographic applications.
A very good choice for those looking for an exceptional telescope for visual and astrophotography.
Vixen Telescope SXP-PFL-SD115S Description
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SD115 OTA + SXP equatorial mount PFL + SXG-HAL130 tripod
It is a package of a high precision and sturdy SXP mount with SXG-HAL130 aluminum tripod in combination with a high quality and lightweight SD115S refractor. The package comes as standard with two eyepieces that allow for starting comfortable observing.
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Smooth R.A and Dec motion and highly accurate tracking.
Every movable parts of the SXP mount has been newly designed in pursuit of extremely smooth movements. The mount incorporates pulse motors with high response to signals and the micro-step motion control makes the roation of the motors extremely accurate and smooth. Permanet periodic error correction (P-PEC) function saves your record of the PEC data for the next use.
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Reduced counterweight and increased loading capacity.
On the SXP mount, strong 40mm thick carbon steel is used for the declination shaft which easily holds the counterweights and other installed compoments. Besides, the rigid declination body acts as part of the counterweight, the mount body eliminates excess weight and achieves a high loading capacity. The top of the round mount head is designed for installation of various optical tubes.
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STAR BOOK TEN star chart go-to navigation controller.
The SXD2 equatorial mount PFL comes with STAR BOOK TEN features intuitive 'Star-Chart Go-To' system with high definition color LCD display. The position of the telescope, the target and other useful information are displayed on the screen in detail. The night vision feature illuminates the whole screen in red, if applied, and will limit the brightness to the observer's eyes.
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SXG-HAL130 Aluminum tripod.
With high solidness and stability it is highly suitable for observing sessions in a remote place.
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SD115S optical tube assembly.
Vixen apochromatic refractors feature "Super extra-low Dispersion" SD optical glass in its objective lens. The SD glass produces clear and high contrast viewing, vertually free of false color. Brighter F7.7 images will satisfy the most demanding visual astronomer or astro-photographer. The SD115S comes with a flip mirror diagonal that allows you to switch the light pass quickly from straight through to angled viewing.
Specifications
Optical Tube
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Objective lens, effective aperture115mm SD apohromatic, multicoated
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Focal length (Focal ratio)890mm (f7.7)
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Resolving power / Limiting magnitude1.01 arc seconds / 12.1
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Light gathering power270×unaided eye
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Dimensions / Weight125mm dia. and 930mm long / 6.2kg (Net 4.4kg)
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Finder scope7X 50mm with illuminated reticle (7 degrees field of view)
Focuser
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Adapter threads / Visual back60mm, 42mm for T-ring / 50.8mm and 31.7mm push fit (with Flip mirror)
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EyepiecesSLV20mm (45X, 67' field of view), SLV5mm (178X, 17' field of view)
Mount
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Type of mountSXP equatorial mount PFL.
Tripod
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Leg type, materialLarge hex-shaped adjustable 2-section aluminum legs
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Size / WeightAdjustable from 807mm to 1299mm in length, from 730mm to 1156mm in height, setup radius from 460mm to 706mm / 5.5 kg
Others
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AccessoriesSXG half pillar, Parts case, Counterweight (1.9 kg x 1, 3.7kg× 1)
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PhotographyUsable with Prime focus, Eyepiece projection and Aforcal imaging
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Solar observationAvailable with sun projection screen set B
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Total weight30.5kg (without battries and without eyepieces)
Configuration
- Optical tube assembly
- SXP-PFL equatorial mount
- SXG-HAL130 tripod
Accessories
- Counterweight (1.9kg x 1, 3.7kg × 1)
- Parts case