Description
The Explore Scientific AR127 Air-Spaced Doublet is a classic air-spaced, crown-and-flint, doublet achromatic refractor, reborn with the aim to produce superior-class optical figure in a short (f/6.5) focal length design. With the AR127 model, you will be impressed by the stunning images revealed to you at the eyepiece, and all at a small fraction of the price you’d pay for a comparably sized apochromat refractor.
Designed to handle the rigors of public star parties and educational outreach, the Explore Scientific AR Series telescopes come with heavy-duty, high quality components, including a 2" dual-speed focuser, a one-piece 2" diagonal with 99% dielectric coatings, Explore Scientific Hybrid Finder Scope Base installed with an 8 X 50 non-illuminated straight-through finder scope and quick release bracket, and a cradle ring assembly with Vixen-style dovetail mount. Just add a few eyepieces and the alt-azimuth or equatorial mount of your choice and you’ll be ready to discover the Universe!
Interferometric data on your newly purchased and registered Explore achromatic refractor is available upon request after 120 days of ownership. Please contact Customer Service for more information.
| Item Number | DAR127065–02 |
| Focal Length | 826mm |
| Focal Ratio | f/6.5 |
| Limiting Magnitude | 13 |
| Resolution | .9 arc sec |
| Tube Length w/ Dew Shield | 34"; 863mm |
| Diameter | 130mm |
| Weight | 15.6lb; 7.1kg |
| Dovetail | Vixen |
Additional Resources
What can I see with this telescope?
Viewing location and sky conditions can vary and will affect actual results.