Vixen Apochromatic refractor AP 100/900 ED100Sf OTA (2024)

Product description

The ED 100Sf is now available with Vixen's Dual Speed Focuser. Vixen's apochromatic refractor has an extra-low dispersion (ED) lens which depresses residual aberration to achieve a high level of performance. Coupled with a medium f/9.0 focal ratio, the ED "S" series provides sharp, high contrast color-free images. For the astronomer that wants the best value for the dollar in a 4” APO, this is the one to get.

It not only matters which telescope you buy but also where you buy it. Our additional services:

  • We are a leading telescope dealer and know the devices we sell. Our customer service team will gladly help you after your purchase if you have problems with assembly or operation.
  • We provide a copy of the 80-page Telescope ABC beginners handbook with every telescope.
  • We also provide an edition of the exciting astronomy magazine, “Sterne und Weltraum” with each telescope.

Specifications

Optics

Optics

A telescope tube is referred to as an optic because it contains the components necessary to collect and concentrate light.

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Type

Type

There are basically two different types of telescope. A distinction is made between refractor (lens) and reflector (mirror) telescopes.

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Refractor

Aperture(mm)

Aperture

The aperture indicates the diameter of the objective lens or the mirror.

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100

Focal length(mm)

Focal length

This is the distance between the objective lens or mirror and the focal point.

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900

Aperture ratio(f/)

Aperture ratio

Is the ratio of the aperture to the focal length of a telescope.

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9

Resolving capacity

Resolving capacity

The ability of the optic to discern the fine detail of objects that are close together.

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1,15

Limit value(mag)

Limit value

Describes the brightness of a star or point-shaped object, which can still just be distinguished by the telescope. The naked eye, for example, can make out stars with a magnitude of up to 6.

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11,8

Light gathering capacity

Light gathering capacity

Light-gathering capacity of the telescope compared to the eye.

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200

Max. useful magnification

Max. useful magnification

The telescope’s magnification should not exceed this factor, because otherwise the image will appear weak and dark.

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200

Tube weight(kg)

Tube weight

The weight of the tube is critical for the correct choice of mount.

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4,1

Focuser

Focuser

A focuser is used to hold an eyepiece. The image can be focussed using the focus wheels on the side.

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Type of build

Type of build

There are basically two different construction types: the rack and pinion focuser and the Crayford focuser.

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Gear rack

Connection ( to eyepiece)

Connection ( to eyepiece)

Focusers are available in 1.25" or 2" formats. Many 2" focusers also have a 1.25" adapter.

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2

Mount

Mount

A mount is the foundation of an astronomical telescope. It usually consists of the mount head and an appropriate tripod.

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Mounting type

Mounting type

Are mainly differentiated between equatorial and altazimuth. A special type of altazimuth mount is the Dobsonian mount.

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no mount

GoTo control

GoTo control

Object positioning system, available in real GoTo and also PushTo versions.

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no

Type of build

Type of build

Describes the exact construction of the particular mount and thereby further subdivides the different types of mount.

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OTA

OTA

An OTA is an optical tube without a mount. It is short for optical tube assembly.

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Included accessories

Included accessories

Many telescopes came with simple accessories.

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Finder scope

Finder scope

A mini telescope used to locate a celestial object. There are optical finders and red dot finders.

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9x50

Miscellaneous

Relevable mirror unit

General

Series

Other

Area of application

Area of application

The area of application will give you a broad overview of the purposes for which the telescope is suited.

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Moon & Planets

yes

Nebulae & galaxies

yes

Nature Observation

yes

Astrophotography

yes

Sun

Sun

Telescopes for safe solar observing.

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not recommended(Only with appropriate Sun filter)

Recommended for

Recommended for...

The classification of the telescopes according to their suitability for beginners, advanced or observatories is useful as an initial orientation.

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Beginners

Beginners

Telescopes that are supplied as a complete system and are easy to operate.

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no

Advanced

Advanced

Telescopes for experienced observers, but also for ambitious beginners.

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yes

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