Takahashi FC-76DS Fluorite Refractor Telescope OTA
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The Takahashi FC-76 Series is an updated version of the original from 1980. The multi-coated fluorite rear lens and eco-glass front element provides maximum light transmission. The design takes advantage of the advances in high resolution digital imaging.
Like the FS series, the FC series are apochromatic refractors with two-element fluorite lenses. The FC series have larger apertures and longer focal lengths than the FS series, and provide outstanding performance both for the visual observer and the digital imager. The FC series has its own dedicated set of reducers and flatteners, and is also able to use some of these accessories from the TOA series.
About the Takahashi FC-76DS Doublet Fluorite Refractor
The FC-76DS model features a 2.7" focuser to better hold imaging packages which include DSLRs and CCD cameras with filter wheels. An optional dedicated flattener as well as extender are available to further enhance the capabilities of the FC-76DS. A sliding dew shield is also included and a larger OD 95 mm tube is standard.
The optional dedicated reducer changes the focal length to 417 mm with a focal ratio of f/5.5 and an image circle of 36 mm. The optional dedicated flattener operates at f/7.8 and 594 mm produces a 40 mm flat circle. This telescope is exceptionally well-suited for solar eclipse imaging and can be carried by the Teegul Sky Patrol III or larger PM-1mount. When picking out accessories for any Takahashi telescope, a system chart is of great use.
Takahashi FC-76DS Specifications
- Design: Doublet fluorite apochromat
- Aperature: 76 mm (3")
- Focal ratio: f/7.5
- Camera/Eyepiece Connection: 1.25" Nosepiece
- Dawes Limit: 1.53 arcseconds
- Focal Length: 570 mm
- Highest Magnification: 152x
- Light Gathering Power: 118x
- Limiting Magnitude: 13.2
- Tube diameter: 95mm
- Tube length: 567mm
- Dew shield OD: 114mm
- Weight: 6.6 lbs
- Warranty: 5 Year Warranty
- With Dedicated reducer (sold separately):
- Focal ratio: f/5.5
- Focal length: 417 mm
- Image circle: 36 mm
- With Dedicated Flattener (sold separately):
- Focal ratio: f/7.8
- Focal length: 594 mm
- Image circle: 40 mm
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| Telescope Focal Length | 501 - 600mm |
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The Takahashi FC-76 Series is an updated version of the original from 1980. The multi-coated fluorite rear lens and eco-glass front element provides maximum light transmission. The design takes advantage of the advances in high resolution digital imaging.
Like the FS series, the FC series are apochromatic refractors with two-element fluorite lenses. The FC series have larger apertures and longer focal lengths than the FS series, and provide outstanding performance both for the visual observer and the digital imager. The FC series has its own dedicated set of reducers and flatteners, and is also able to use some of these accessories from the TOA series.
About the Takahashi FC-76DS Doublet Fluorite Refractor
The FC-76DS model features a 2.7" focuser to better hold imaging packages which include DSLRs and CCD cameras with filter wheels. An optional dedicated flattener as well as extender are available to further enhance the capabilities of the FC-76DS. A sliding dew shield is also included and a larger OD 95 mm tube is standard.
The optional dedicated reducer changes the focal length to 417 mm with a focal ratio of f/5.5 and an image circle of 36 mm. The optional dedicated flattener operates at f/7.8 and 594 mm produces a 40 mm flat circle. This telescope is exceptionally well-suited for solar eclipse imaging and can be carried by the Teegul Sky Patrol III or larger PM-1mount. When picking out accessories for any Takahashi telescope, a system chart is of great use.
Takahashi FC-76DS Specifications
- Design: Doublet fluorite apochromat
- Aperature: 76 mm (3")
- Focal ratio: f/7.5
- Camera/Eyepiece Connection: 1.25" Nosepiece
- Dawes Limit: 1.53 arcseconds
- Focal Length: 570 mm
- Highest Magnification: 152x
- Light Gathering Power: 118x
- Limiting Magnitude: 13.2
- Tube diameter: 95mm
- Tube length: 567mm
- Dew shield OD: 114mm
- Weight: 6.6 lbs
- Warranty: 5 Year Warranty
- With Dedicated reducer (sold separately):
- Focal ratio: f/5.5
- Focal length: 417 mm
- Image circle: 36 mm
- With Dedicated Flattener (sold separately):
- Focal ratio: f/7.8
- Focal length: 594 mm
- Image circle: 40 mm
| Free Shipping Graphic | Free Contiguous US Shipping |
|---|---|
| Telescope Focal Length | 501 - 600mm |
| Hide Found a better Shipped Price on Frontend? | No |
Takahashi FC-76DS Fluorite Refractor Telescope OTA # TFK07630