Explore Scientific - 127mm Air-Spaced Triplet Apochromat Refractor Telescope - Optical Tube Assembly with Accessories
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The Original Classic Explore Scientific ED127 Air-Spaced Triplet, Retooled for the Astrophotographer: New precision front cell with push-pull adjustments for tilt and centering adjustments to get the best collimation for the tightest... Read more
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The Original Classic Explore Scientific ED127 Air-Spaced Triplet, Retooled for the Astrophotographer:
- New precision front cell with push-pull adjustments for tilt and centering adjustments to get the best collimation for the tightest stars.
- New 2-inch two-speed rack and pinion focuser with heavy-duty locks and rotation adjustment, to position and hold your imaging system.
- New retractable dew shield, for improved portability.
A proven performer for astrophotographers and critical visual astronomers alike, the Explore Scientific ED127 Essential Series Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor utilizes genuine HOYA FCD1 ED glass to deliver stunning details of the night sky’s most notable treasures.
The Eagle Nebula in the Hubble Palette narrowband filters by Chuck Ayoub with his Explore Scientific ED127 Essential Series Refractor. In the center is the feature called the "Pillars of Creation".
Chuck Ayoub + ED127
Hubble Space Telescope
"The Pillars of Creation (a birthplace for creating new stars) lies deep in the heart of the Eagle Nebula (M16). It was made famous by a photograph captured from the Hubble Space Telescope taken on April 1, 1995. Fast forward to the year 2018, and now it was finally time to try my hand at capturing it with my Explore Scientific ED 127 telescope. My goal was to capture the entire Eagle Nebula so I used a reducer which dropped the focal down from 952 to 761 - so it actually took me farther away from the Pillars, but still close enough to see their detail. I was extremely happy with how the picture turned out and to this day, it's still one of my favorite captures. The Explore Scientific ED 127 has worked out so well for me, that it's the reason I run two rigs. I simply refuse to ever remove it from my mount, so that if I ever want to try new equipment, it has to be on my second rig." - Chuck Ayoub
Chuck Ayoub's astrophotography has been honored with three NASA Astronomy Pictures of the Day. In addition to the ED127 Essential Series Air-Spaced Triplet, he uses the AR102 Air-Spaced Doublet for solar imaging.
See Chuck's Gallery on Astrobin
With its true apochromatic performance with diffraction-limited optics and ample aperture, this versatile model can showcase deep-sky delights like the edge-on Sombrero Galaxy with its distinct bulging center or the spiraling beauty of the face-on Pinwheel Galaxy as easily as it can reveal the intricacies of the Moon’s winding Hadley Rille.
Featuring an air-spaced triplet optical design that virtually eliminates chromatic aberrations, this telescope generates brilliant high-contrast images by combining genuine FCD1 HOYA extra-low dispersion (ED) glass and proprietary EMD enhanced multi-layer coatings on all optical surfaces.
The cradle rings feature a built-in handle, sculpted for secure handling. The top face of the handle is slotted to allow a 1/4x20 bolt for attaching a DSLR for "piggyback" imaging. The bottom of the cradle ring includes a V-block (Vixen-style) plate for attaching to your equatorial mount.
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Item Number |
ES-ED127075–03 |
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Focal Length |
952mm |
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Focal Ratio |
f/7.5 |
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Limiting Magnitude |
13 |
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Resolution |
.9 arcsec |
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Tube Length w/ Dew Shield |
41.75"; 1060mm |
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Tube Length w/out Dew Shield |
33.25"; 849mm |
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Tube Diameter |
130mm |
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Weight |
18lb; 8.16kg |
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Dovetail |
Vixen |
Explore Scientific: Please see the relevant sub-heading below for warranty details:
EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC Branded Telescopes: *Limited* USA One Year Warranty subject to the product being registered within 60 days of purchase.
EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC Branded Waterproof Eyepieces: *Limited* Lifetime USA Warranty subject to the product being registered within 60 days of purchase.
EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC Branded Eyepieces: *Limited* USA Five Year Warranty subject to the product being registered within 60 days of purchase.
EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC Branded Electronics & Non-Electronic Telescope Accessories: *Limited* USA One Year Warranty subject to the product being registered within 60 days of purchase.
Click HERE to register your purchase to validate it for warranty. Should you need to the return a product, you will need to obtain an RMA number from Stargazing Telescopes.
Warranty
At Stargazing Telescopes we are dedicated to making sure our customers receive the highest quality products. If for any reason you would like your purchase repaired or replaced, all you have to do is call us at 540 253 3466 or email us at info@stargazingtelescopes.com and we will advise you on how to proceed.
Warranties will not be valid for products that have been misused or tampered with by the customer, and each manufacturer retains the right to inspect the product to determine whether it is covered by their warranty. If an item needs to be repaired or replaced, the customer is responsible for shipping costs unless otherwise stated.
Please note, you must have proof of purchase (copy of your receipt) in order for the warranty to be valid.
Explore Scientific: 30 Day Return Policy. If the return occurs within 30 days of the purchase date, contact us to receive a prepaid return label to cover shipping costs related to the return of the product. You will require an RMA number which will be provided by Stargazing Telescopes.
We aim to make returns as easy as possible at Stargazing Telescopes. You may return your purchase within the allotted time frame that each manufacturer allows.
You will be responsible for the return shipping charges as well as a 20% restocking fee (20% of the price of product).
To request a return please email returns@stargazingtelescopes.com and include your name, order number and date of purchase. We will also require proof of purchase, which is a copy of the receipt.
Returns must be authorized before being sent. We will contact the manufacturer on your behalf and issue you a RMA number which is mandatory for returns.
To be eligible for a return, your item must:
- be unused and in the same condition that you received it.
- be undamaged and in the original packaging.
Products not eligible for return:
- Products that have been used or tampered with
- Products not in resalable condition
- Custom orders
- Products not in original packaging
- Products that do not have an RMA number
The buyer is responsible for all shipping costs and must use the shipping method as specified by Stargazing Telescopes to ensure the item is not damaged in transit and is tracked and sent safely. Refunds will be processed within 14 working days from the point we have received your return.
Before your refund is approved, the manufacturer will inspect and process the items which can take up to seven business days. Return shipping charges and re-stocking fees are non-refundable. Shipping charges and factory re-stocking fees will be deducted from the total refund amount. You will receive a confirmation email when your return has been processed. Refunds will be credited to the original payment method and can take up to 72 hours to reflect on your statement.
Cancellations:
You may cancel your order any time before your item(s) have shipped. If your items are in-stock / back-ordered there is a $20 cancellation fee applicable before your items have shipped.
If your order has shipped, you (the buyer) will be responsible for return shipping charges (see Return Policy above for detail). Refunds will only be issued to the original payment method that was used when placing your order.
Damages:
Please inspect the packaging of your item(s) when it arrives, if you notice any damage you should make note of it when signing for delivery. If your item(s) do arrive damaged, please send photos to returns@stargazingtelescopes.com and we will contact the manufacturer on your behalf.
Explore Scientific: Products may be out of stock or on back order due to the impact of COVID. Please email us at orders@stargazingtelescopes.com or call us on 540 253 3466 for inventory and shipping information, and we will get back to you once we have been in touch with the manufacturer.
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If your order is on back-order we will provide an estimated lead time. If you are happy to wait for the item, we will process payment to secure your order and ship your order as soon as it is available. If you do not wish to wait, we will void the pre-authorization and cancel your order.
If your item is out of stock or unavailable, we will void the pre-authorization and reach out to you via e-mail.
Order Shipment & Delivery:
If your order is in stock and we process the charges to your pre-authorized payment method, it will ship within five business days from the date of your order unless otherwise stated. We will send you tracking information within 24 hours of your order leaving the warehouse to the e-mail address you provided when checking out. If you do not receive tracking information from us within six business days of your order, feel free to follow up with us at orders@stargazingtelescopes.com.
Delivery times will vary based on your location and shipping method that our vendors use. Within mainland USA, Economy shipping generally takes five to eight business days to arrive, and Standard shipping takes approximately three to four business days.
Damages:
Please inspect the packaging of your item(s) when they arrive. If you notice any damage you should make note of it when signing for delivery. If your item(s) do arrive damaged, please send photos to returns@stargazingtelescopes.com and we will contact the manufacturer on your behalf.
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