The opening of the shoe will accept generic Vixen style finder brackets. Accessories also available for purchase separate from the AT60ED. 75x range. 67 = 2 / 3, 2 = 4 / 2). I spoke with Highpoint Scientific for the Apertura equivalent scope and Astronomics. Reviews. Imaged Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF) on the morning of January 27, 2023. As a short refractor, it's meant for wide-field views and astrophotography. This is a 360mm f6 scope that is actually quite small. 5 mon. Affinity Photo 1. 25lb. Believe it or not, the Apertura is less expensive. This is strictly for visual and Im trying to decide between the 2 of them. The Astro-Tech AT60ED is priced at $369US and comes standard with a 2″ to 1. Explore Scientific iEXOS-100-2 PMC-Eight System with WiFi and Bluetooth + AT60ED? - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: I posted recently about another system - which was pointed out to me not so good. AT60ED, Baader T2 BBHS diagonal, Agena MRF on a Stellarvue low-profile base, Losmandy VUP4 dovetail, Stellarvue M1V mount, Oben CT-2381 tripod, 10lb from the ground up without the eyepiece. September 3, 2018. I received an email that its on sale for $400. The AT60ED is the perfect size scope for traveling. The Astro-Tech 60ED 1x flattener easily threads on to the focuser of your AT60ED after your remove the standard compression ring eyepiece holder. Recommended Accessories. Explore Scientific ED127, SkyWatcher ED80, Astro-tech AT60ED. Absolutely. 8. Peak Design Out Front Bike Mount review: My new favorite tech accessory review 1 week ago The Peak Design Out Front pairs with the brand's line of Everyday smartphone cases and makes for a convenient action cam bike mount, too. 00. 9 specification likely results from a lens cell with a slightly larger entrance pupil). The objective has just a few specks of dust which can probably be removed with a simple air-bulb. 60mm Astro-Tech ED - posted in Refractors : The AT60ED is an F/6 scope. My second imaging session and next pass at comet image processing folding in all I learned from the first session. retired). 67 = 2 / 3, 2 = 4 / 2). Feel free to give us a call if you have a question about your scope if it isn’t an Astro-Tech product. Stacking in DSS. AT60ED at $369 Just a heads up a small price increase will come in 2021 on this model. Not complaining on my end since I have a great AT66ED to keep me happy, just curious. 25" (260mm) wide, and 11. • durable nylon soft carry case. Well, here it is the. The two scopes I have narrowed it down to are the Astro Tech AT60ED (or similar clones if unavailable) and the Sharpstar 61 EDPH II. Backfocus Confusion - AT60ED w/ field flattener - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: In the brief time ive been into imaging, my imaging train has been AT60ED > Apertura Adjustable Field Flattener @ 3mm > 16. Mounts: Rainbow Astro RST-135, ES iEXOS-100, SkyGuider Pro. 25" threaded body. Posted 07 January 2021 - 09:17 AM. But I have a 2nd scope that is designed for astrophotography -- an Astrotech. . Edited by matt_astro_tx, 02 April 2022 - 04:19 PM. 62"/pixel. This Astro-Tech AT70ED refractor has: • Single ring with a foot that has a 1/4" 20 thread hole for easy attachment to a dovetail. 00. arXiv:1810. 15 years. Reviews. The Astro-Tech ATRF60 0. 5" rack-and-pinion focuser with 10:1 ratio fine focusing. 25" non-marring compression ring accessory holders. My goal in purchasing the Astro-Tech 60ED is to have a very portable scope that lets me take moderately closer glimpses at deep sky targets of interest to me. Sharpstar 400F5. Matsumoto Company. Description. I probably use an AT60Ed on an Orion scope tripod more than anything else. I have been considering the Astro-Tech AT60ED 60mm and the Apertura 60mm FPL-53 Doublet APO Refractor, I like the weight and the size of both for my. Length: 18" dewshield retracted, 21. Support. Equipment, Imaging, Accessory, First Light. Optics are in perfect condition and the focuser is very smooth. 7. I have asked on Cloudy Nights re a small red dot finder suitable for the AT60ED - must check them again. And there are reports that helps flatten the field of Astro-Tech Ritchey-Chrétien astrographs. 5″ long with. Page 1 of 2 - Dedicated Astro Cameras - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: I want to move away from a mirrorless camera to a dedicated Astro camera. This is the main view within AstroPlanner. Brands / Companies 928 ; Cameras 3314 ; Sensors 465 ; Telescopes & lenses 3754 . But seriously, I appreciate the nice selection of Astro-Tech ED refractors currently available. I've been reading forum topics, reviews, and trying to get as much information as possible. Sharpstar 400F5. Reviews. I was hoping my Orion 0. 0. 8. . Reviews. Ended up just ordering the 7” Astro-Tech dovetail which hopefully will arrive tomorrow. Also, you can buy the Astro-Tech Field Flattener for around $100 and get a nice 41mm frame for EAA work. Weight. What are the relative advantages/disadvantages of these two options? Of course, the reducer will make the. The Astro-Tech AT60ED is priced at $369US and comes standard with a 2″ to 1. 0 - Not a color filter. • Two ED lens elements, FCD-100 and FK-61. Does anyone know about this cheaper 72ED am thinking of getting one if it is a good scopeThis #47 violet Astro-Tech 1. The Apertura comes with the camera rotator and finder shoe (which is sold separately on the Astrotech). Astro-Tech AT60ED Imaging Cameras ZWO ASI2600MC Pro Mounts iOptron CEM40 Accessories Astro-Tech . One of the things I liked about the 72. The rings are attached to a riser block that uses a standard Vixen style. The ring/clamshell is hinged. 7. Calculate the resolution in arc seconds per pixel of a CCD with a particular telescope. While it may also thread in and work well with other brands and models of f/7 refractors that use a 2. Focuser: 2" Rack & Pinion with 10-to-1 Microfocus. Im also curious if anyones tested upgrading the ring/foot on the AT60ED using. 25" with it fully extended. I want to use Astroberry and Im currently going through the EKOS and. Due to the bracket being thicker you will have to put longer bolts in. Scopes: ES ED-102 FCD100 CF, ZWO Mini Guide Scope, Astro-Tech AT60ED, Askar FMA180, Sky-Watcher Skymax 102. Feel free to make a contribution! Learn more. Focal Length: 360mm. 2 oz with the rings and dovetail, 5 lbs 4 oz without rings and dovetail. The Astro-Tech ATRF60 0. Dovetail recommendations? - posted in Refractors : Hello, Hoping to get some good recommendations here for a dovetail. This page lists an incomplete selection of telescopes suitable for astrophotography. The home to all amateur astronomers & telescopes! Feel free to discuss anything…4KidsOneCamera Certified Helper | Astro-Tech AT60ED | Sky-Watcher Quattro 150p •. Its 50 degree apparent field of view is designed for expansive views of emission and reflection nebulas, for observing open. ” I have found a number of positive reviews about this modestly sized refractor. Astro-tech field flattener choice - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hello all, I wanted to buy a field flattener for my AT111EDT and my AT72 (doublet FPL53). • a pair of split tube rings attached to a vixen style dovetail. e. • Vixen dovetail plate with two tube rings and a carry handle. 124K subscribers in the telescopes community. The price difference may be due to the fact that the astro-tech uses FCD-100 and FK-61 glass whereas the StarField uses FPL-53 glass. 8x Reducer/Flattener Sky-Watcher 48mm T-ring for Canon DSLR SVBONY SV165 Mini Guide Scope ZWO ASI120MC-S Camera SVBONY CLS EOS-C Filter HITHUT PU-200 200mm Slide Rail Fotoconic CL-70N Quick. AT60ED. Page 10 of 127 - Who is waiting on a new Astro Tech to arrive? - posted in Refractors : Me too . . With a 0. For example, the fully-multicoated. We have found them to be too long and they have caused damage to the finish of. 6. It looks like Agena has them in stock and the reducer/flattener is included. The Astro-Tech AT60ED might be just the compact high-quality grab-and-go or travel scope you have been searching for. 1 year. It looks like Agena has them in stock and the reducer/flattener is included. GameStop Moderna Pfizer Johnson & Johnson AstraZeneca Walgreens Best Buy Novavax SpaceX Tesla. Looks like youll have to invest in a set of rings also. I believe I'm ready to to make a step up. M45 is a reflection nebula and open star cluster in Taurus that I captured here with a modified DSLR, and a small telescope with a focal length of 360mm. 8x reducer, UVIRcut filter, and full spectrum modified. I am using an unmodified Canon t7i at this point. ASTRO-TECH AT60EDP 60MM F/5 DUAL ED PETZVAL OTA - posted in Refractors : I saw this for sale on the Astronomics website today. • a rotating dual-speed 2. 9 adds astrophotography workflow. 00. Astro-Tech AT6RC Takahashi Epsilon E-200 Explore Scientific 102ED FCD100 Astro-Tech AT60ED William Optics RedCat 51 APO Askar FMA135 Celestron C5 Spotting Scope My Mac Setup Blog. Astronomics offers both a 1:1 field flattener and a 0. 6 72ED Astronomical Telescope $463. Imaging, Equipment, Accessory, Reviews. about the situation. Chondrites (Carbonaceous) CI (Ivuna-like) CM (Mighei-like) CO (Ornans-like) CV (Vigarano-like) CK (Karoonda-like) CR (Renazzo-like) CH (high Fe. 25 pounds all together. Astro-Tech AT102EDL FCD-100 and Lanthanum F/7 doublet. AT60ED or Sharpstar 61 EDPH II? - posted in Refractors : Hey everyone, Im looking at getting a new scope in the future, this will not be an immediate purchase so I would like some insights from you. Do I need a reducer/flattener? - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hi there I just purchased an Astro Tech AT60ED 60MM F/6 FPL-53ED doublet to do Astrophotography with my ioptron Skyguider Pro. Question about the AT60ED and the 0. 4KidsOneCamera • Certified Helper | Astro-Tech AT60ED | Sky-Watcher Quattro 150p •. 5" focuser, its performance with other scopes is not guaranteed. Astro-Tech AT60ED is an equipment item of class Telescope or lens on AstroBin equipment database. And to round it out we have some great 60mm Guidescopes from Astro-Tech for $139. ASTRO-TECH 60MM PHOTOGUIDE REFRACTOR "The new Astro-Tech AT60GS 60mm guidescope with upgraded helical focuser makes highly accurate autoguiding of deep space astrophotos affordable for any astrophotographer. Object. We have found them to be too long and they have caused damage to the finish of. 5 FR, nets you F/3. 5" focuser, its performance with other scopes is not guaranteed. Its 5. Happy 2023 to everyone! Ever wanted to take a telescope on vacation with you… but you’re flying there and not driving? You need an instrument considerably sm. The Astro-Tech AT60ED can be had for $500 with a flattener! A little dialing in and you've got a competent 60mm scope for 1/3 the price. I have a decent 8x50 finder I use for my 120mm Skywatcher doublet, and I like. Refractors. It gives you a 288mm F. Page 1 of 2 - Yet another rebranded Sharpstar 60ED available now - posted in Refractors : I got an email from High Point today talking about a new Apertura 60mm f/6 FPL-53 doublet that looks exactly like the Sharpstar 60mm which is currently being sold with branding from Astro-Tech, Teleskop-Service, Altair Astro, and William. F/5, 300mm. <p>The Thousand Oaks SolarLite has proven itself to be a capable replacement for the glass filters that Thousand Oaks has produced over the decades. Astronomics has an Astro-Tech Voyager 2 that is pretty much the equivalent of the ES Twilight 1. WO Zenithstar 61 APO $478. The handle will help making set up much e. EF 75-300mm lens. Some of you suggested the AT72EDII and it looks like a fantastic scope,. ASTRO-TECH. For the mounting foot, I use an Astronomics Astro-Tech 7" universal dovetail plate. I still would like to retain my T7i camera body. So any advice would be appreciated. But the AT60 really isn't intended for planetary visual use. 00 . It seems like it’s similar, and yet quite a different design than their. The price difference between the two not counting taxes or shipping is only about $10. Page 3 of 3 - iEXOS - 100 astrophotography - posted in Mounts: I signed up very recently with Explore Scientific. It uses a 60mm f/5. This is in superb condition having been used on only a few occasions. Open menu Open navigation Go to Reddit HomeDew heaters are low wattage 12 Volt DC electrical heater strips that wrap around the objective lens of the telescope (as well as the finderscope and eyepieces, if desired). The threads on the t-ring side of the flattener are 48mm male, so you need a. 800-422-7876. . Chondrites (Carbonaceous) CI (Ivuna-like) CM (Mighei-like) CO (Ornans-like) CV (Vigarano-like) CK (Karoonda-like) CR (Renazzo-like) CH (high Fe. CarbonScopeTubes LLC. 25″ with it. The great American eclipse of 2017 put the product to the test and it passed with flying. 8X reducer and field flatener for the Astro-Tech AT60ED today. Visually, accommodation helps with direct vision but cannot correct the entire field at once. Astro-Tech AT60ED and AT72EDII Black Friday Sale; Universal Astro Sale; Various Used and Demo Scopes and Mounts; Astro-Tech College Tuition Sale; iOptron 20% Off Sale While Supplies Last; Meteorites. Home /; Image / M45 - Pleiades with AT60ED and ASI533MC Pro Celestial hemisphere: Northern · Constellation: Taurus (Tau) · Contains: 19 Tau) · 25 Tau) · Barnard's Merope Nebula · IC 349 · Maia Nebula · Merope Nebula · NGC 1432 · NGC 1435 · Sterope I (21 Tau) · The star 18 Tau · The star Alcyone (η Tau · The star Asterope · The star Atlas (27. g. 50". 6 oz (2. $199. Chondrites (Carbonaceous) CI (Ivuna-like) CM (Mighei-like) CO (Ornans-like) CV (Vigarano-like)This Astro-Tech #ATREDT15 0. Page 2 of 3 - Seeking user experience with the AT60ED refractor with eyepieces and a diagonal - posted in Refractors : I have the Altair Astro Version of the AT60ED. Search the forum for each, there are a large numbers of thread about the AT60ED, and it's Kunming United factory mates, WO ZS61. (Yes, I understand they're all the same scope)For context, I have the ASTRO-TECH AT60ED with a field flattener that I ordered hopefully coming in some time soon. Website is showing 'In Stock' for the AT60ED tonight! Hope that means all of us who are waiting will see them soon. If you want to image with the AT60ED, then you need this flattener. It’s really more intended for a visual scope, whereas the AT72ED is intended for photography. It has a flat top surface. At $300, this is such an amazing performer. I dont have tons of cash to spend on a scope, but would it make sense for me to get that scope and a Field Flattener? I think the AT72ED is out of budget (because of the field flattener),. I tried it out this evening and I cannot achieve focus. Astro-Tech AT72EDII Refractor OTA FPL-53 f/6 $469. It functions as a handle (This is fairly obvious from the name. The highly reviewed Astro-Tech refractors, Ritchey-Chrétien astrographs, imaging Newtonians, and apochromatic refractors have received. Help choosing a budget scope. For the price of the WO ZenithStar 61, you can get the Astro Tech AT60ED *AND* it's custom flat field corrector. Astro-Tech AT60ED and AT72EDII Black Friday Sale; Universal Astro Sale; Various Used and Demo Scopes and Mounts; Astro-Tech College Tuition Sale; iOptron 20% Off Sale While Supplies Last; Meteorites. The AT60ED now comes standard with the Camera Angle Adjuster and the finder shoe. 5mm, 21mm, 11mm spacers > ASI294. I am considering this with an Astro Tech AT60ED for a starter system - along with the Polar Finder. I am using a. Tech Details. AT60ED vs. The AT and WO scopes are identical, the WO is just "prettier". 25" eyepiece holders using non-marring brass compression rings that won’t scratch your star diagonal or eyepiece barrels. I have several choices as:. 8 Field Flattener for same. Tech Details. For a little more money, you could go with a lightweight Manfrotto tripod with a StellarVue M1 mount. There are no thread even with the compression ring removed. 00 Not FPL-53. Asking $345 + shipping+PP. • 2” and 1. It was immediately approved and posted Tonight, I will be testing the mount further for astrophotography with my Astro-Tech AT60ED and will report my findings. Mac Astronomy Software. For example, the fully-multicoated Astro. AT72II - posted in Refractors : Hello! Please, does anyone know how does compare AT60ED and AT72II from Astro-Tech? Im looking for a starter refractor and I understand the 72 gathers more light but I was wondering whether there are any other differences? Perhaps one is shaper, corrects aberration better, . Brand new the following items included will cost you $640 + tax & shipping. So, Im trying to put together a travel kit. Anyway, how is the flat field of the ED80T CF? Im wondering if the imaging circle is good. It combines an optimal set of characteristics for you to be able to take amazing images. Mount Type: Two 1/4-20 threaded holes on foot with spacing between holes: 30mm. However, it is about $190 more than the Astro-Tech AT60ED and I found a place that will be getting some AT60ED scopes in a month. (0. While it may also thread in and work well with other brands and models of f/7 refractors that use a 2. Reviews. This finder shoe is designed to work on a variety of Astro-Tech telescopes. Focuser Motor for Astro-Tech AT60ED - posted in Refractors : Okay, Ill admit that Im lazy (i. There is a very good reason that most reducers operate in the 0. Can anyone give me your opinion? I dont know if this is a ok performance since I dont have much experience. GameStop Moderna Pfizer Johnson & Johnson AstraZeneca Walgreens Best Buy Novavax SpaceX Tesla. 25″ eyepiece adapter that has a non-marring compression ring. 5" long with the dewshield retracted and 12. It's almost $200 cheaper. Ready to go on Celestron AVX mount with ZWO ASIAir Pro and ASI294 color camera. Length: 18" dewshield retracted, 21. It can't be used visually. Focal Length: 360mm. 5″ long with the dewshield retracted and 12. Meaning it is not FLP-53, if they used it they would mention it as the AT60ED does. We carry all brands and products, like Meade telescopes, Celestron telescopes, and more. ciently explore phase-space configurations of GCs without needing to specify their initial conditions,. Astro-Tech AT60ED and AT72EDII Black Friday Sale; Universal Astro Sale; Various Used and Demo Scopes and Mounts; Astro-Tech College Tuition Sale; iOptron 20% Off Sale While Supplies Last; Meteorites. 9 specification likely results from a lens cell with a slightly larger entrance pupil). There is also portability to take. The scope now comes with a retractable dew shield and a Vixen. This instrument is designed as an astrograph. Astro-Tech AT60ED and AT72EDII Black Friday Sale; Universal Astro Sale; Various Used and Demo Scopes and Mounts; Astro-Tech College Tuition Sale; iOptron 20% Off Sale While Supplies Last; Meteorites. This new Astro-Tech AT115EDT refractor has: • 115mm f/7 fully multicoated triplet apochromatic optics using an ED center element. First Light Images for a new Astro-Tech AT60ED telescope. A UV/Ir filter should probably be used with all CMOS cameras and refractors, independent of their correction or quality. Scopes: ES ED-102 FCD100 CF, ZWO Mini Guide Scope, Astro-Tech AT60ED, Askar FMA180 Mounts: ES iEXOS-100 with ES ST-3 Heavy Duty Tripod, SkyGuider Pro Cameras: ZWO ASI120MM Mini, ASI224MC, ZWO ASI294MC Pro Computers: GigaByte NUC, ASIAIR Pro, iPad Pro, iPad Mini Software: PIPP,. 6x flattener/reducer for an effective focal length of appx 216mm I am leaning towards the AT60ED/StellaMira combo for the following reasons: 1. It comes in a soft foam-fitted Cordura-style nylon carrying case that has cutouts for six eyepieces in addition to the scope. 8° N; Posted 29 September 2021 - 02:10 AM. Lukomatico just gave the Gear 60 a great review on YouTube. While this Astro-Tech #ATR8 0. 8X Reducer for 60ED (ATRF60) · ZWO ASIAIR Plus Software ZWO ASIStudio Acquisition details Dates: Dec. com for the Astro-Tech AT60ED this morning. While it may also work well with other brands and models of f/7 refractors that use a 2. I purchased one, but it is back ordered till February. Apertura is another version of the AT60ED/70ED and the house brand from another vendor, but basically the same. Thanks. It has dual mounting rings with nylon-tipped collimation screws (three per ring). This new Astro-Tech AT80EDT refractor has: • 80mm f/6 fully multicoated triplet apochromatic optics using an ED center element. CryptoThe Astro-Tech reducer/flatteners thread into the focuser for a solid connection. Astromart. Do not use the screws provided with the shoe. Astro-Tech AT60ED and AT72EDII Black Friday Sale; Universal Astro Sale; Various Used and Demo Scopes and Mounts; Astro-Tech College Tuition Sale; iOptron 20% Off Sale While Supplies Last; Meteorites. My current image train is (AT60ED > ATRF60 Flattener > ZWO filter try and. New for 2021. Posted 07 January 2021 - 09:17 AM. 25" threaded body. Chondrites (Carbonaceous) CI (Ivuna-like) CM (Mighei-like) CO (Ornans-like) CV (Vigarano-like)Astro-Tech AT60ED with the 0. • 2" and 1. 25" eyepiece holders using non-marring brass compression rings that won’t scratch your star diagonal or eyepiece barrels. Telescope: Astro-Tech AT60ED 360mm f/6 Accessories: AT60FF Field Flattener, ZWO Guidescope, QHY5L-II-M Guide Camera Filters: ZWO 1. Chondrites (Carbonaceous) CI (Ivuna-like) CM (Mighei-like) CO (Ornans-like) CV (Vigarano-like)Hard Case: The Astro-Tech AT130CA hard case is designed to hold the Astro-Tech AT130EDT 130mm triplet ED apo refractor. I’ve been lucky enough to spend a few months basking in the spectacular far southern sky of New Zealand. Took my AT60ED out for first light last night using the AstroTech ATR8 field flattener/0. Astro Tech offers one built for the AT60ED. Clear Aperture: 80mm or 3. (I am parting my too-seldom-used Daystar setup to help fund everything. 2 mm closer in than the center. Comes with the Astro-tech Camera Angle adjuster. Place your astronomy ads, read the latest news articles and check out the current reviews of newest telescopes and equipment. Now select the 9) Tools tab on the left column, and press Remove Light Pollution. Our Product #: FS60. The flattener was reviewed in the September 2009. Astro Tech, Feather Touch, Please be aware that not all modules from the brands above are supported. Astro-Tech Finderscope Mounting Shoe Apertura 60mm APO Refractor Specifications. 265. If it is will it work out of the box or will I need to buy an accessory package from ZWO to make it compatible. Product Description. ) I was at my new location on a pretty clear night (at first) and getting good sub-images without any LP filters. 5mm and extension tubes will not be required. ASTRO-TECH AT60EDP 60MM F/5 DUAL ED PETZVAL OTA - posted in Refractors : I saw this for sale on the Astronomics website today. Mount Type: Two 1/4-20 threaded holes. Astronomics has an Astro-Tech Voyager 2 that is pretty much the equivalent of the ES Twilight 1. (0. This loads it as the current selection. Tech Details. The Camera Angle Adjuster allows you to change the orientation of the camera body to the optical tube with a simple twist of the collar. 05167v2 [astro-ph. Avoid. Should I wait for the Astro-Tech AT60ED plus the 0. I just purchased an at60ed but unfortunately the field flattener is out of stock. Depending on what you bring, it will weigh between 20-35 pounds. I thought that I would do an unboxing of the newest addition to the family. 10. Ive got everything fitted with a motor. Astro-Tech AT102EDL FCD-100 and Lanthanum F/7 doublet. Astro Tech refractors - posted in Refractors : Astronomics is advertising an Astro Tech 72ED for $299, and they have the AT60ED for $399, a hundred dollars more for a smaller scope. The two silver allen bolts in the center of your photo. 25x rather than 0. I would get an Erect Image Diagonal for correct terrestrial viewing. " . 5" focuser, its performance with other scopes is not guaranteed. Click here to create one. The Trifid Nebula. Reviews. Looks to be an identical clone to the Astro-Tech ED60, except the Apertura has a dovetail shoe included, and I like the adjustable field flattener (I think it adjusts. Chondrites (Carbonaceous) CI (Ivuna-like) CM (Mighei-like) CO (Ornans-like) CV (Vigarano-like)Its probably the ones that were returned. Astro-Tech AT60ED and AT72EDII Black Friday Sale; Universal Astro Sale; Various Used and Demo Scopes and Mounts; Astro-Tech College Tuition Sale; iOptron 20% Off Sale While Supplies Last; Meteorites. The mounting ring needs to be removed completely and then repositioned as shown. Sky and Telescope reviewed this scope back in 2009, saying: “the Astro-Tech AT106 provides all the benefits of a first-class 4-inch apo but without the premium price. 7, 6. Color. Stacked in AstroPixelProcess and mostly post. When installing the bracket be very careful your new bolts don’t screw in too far or they will bottom out on the brass rail. . Currently, I want a frustration free experience before taking up bigger challenge. 25″ with it fully extended. ) ASTRO-TECH AT60ED - posted in Refractors : Hello everyone, I was thinking of buying the AT60ED. Astro-Tech AT60ED William Optics RedCat 51 APO Askar FMA135 Celestron C5 Spotting Scope. FF130. 9×180 sec, QHY183C at Gain 20, Offset 0, -15C cooling, UHC filter, Astro-Tech AT60 ED at F/4.