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TS PHOTON 10" Newtonian Reflector Telescope N 254/1270 OTA

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TS PHOTON 10" Newtonian Reflector Telescope N 254/1270 OTAAt a glance The PHOTON Newtonian reflector with 254 mm aperture and 1270 mm focal length is a versatile telescope for observation and astrophotography. Aperture 254 mm focal length 1270 mm focal ratio F5 High quality parabolic primary mirror with enhanced reflectivity for a brighter and high contrast image. Well dimensioned secondary mirror with 70 mm minor axis for observation and astrophotography Primary mirror mount and secondary mirror mount made

At a glance

The PHOTON Newtonian reflector with 254 mm aperture and 1270 mm focal length is a versatile telescope for observation and astrophotography.

♦ Aperture 254 mm / focal length 1270 mm / focal ratio F5
♦ High-quality parabolic primary mirror with enhanced reflectivity for a brighter and high-contrast image.
♦ Well dimensioned secondary mirror with 70 mm minor axis for observation and astrophotography
♦ Primary mirror mount and secondary mirror mount made of metal - no plastic - fully adjustable
♦ Precise 2" Crayford focuser with 1:10 micro reduction for accurate focusing
♦ Primary mirror fan for up to 50% faster cooling.
♦ Sturdy steel tube instead of soft aluminium tube - ensures better adjustment stability.
♦ Practical adjustment aid on the primary mirror - central marking.
♦ Focus position ideal for DSLR and astro cameras. For observation a 2" extension tube is included
♦ Comprehensive scope of delivery: 8x50 finder, tube rings, 2" extension tube for observation, dovetail bar - ready to use on your mount
♦ Moderate focal ratio for short exposure times in astrophotography.
♦ Very good sharpness on moon and planets
♦ Secondary mirror provides good illumination for example for DSLR cameras
♦ Large backfocus allows the use of commercially available coma-correctors and cameras
♦ High quality primary mirror made of optical BK7 glass with enhanced 94% reflectivity for a bright and clear image.
♦ Motor focus can be retrofitted at any time
♦ Cool down faster, observe faster, take pictures faster through the fan for the primary mirror
♦ Steel tube and mirror cells made of metal for optimal adjustment stability

Description

TS-PHOTON 254/1270 mm Advanced Newtonian for Observations and Astrophotography

This Newtonian from the PHOTON series is a real all-rounder and is one of the most powerful telescopes in this price class. With its versatile focal ratio of f/5, the Newtonian reflector offers the best conditions for observing the moon and planets. The optimized secondary mirror is also designed for deep-sky observations and astrophotography.


Why we recommend a Newtonian from the Photon series before all other comparable Newtonians:

The primary mirrors of the Photon series are from GSO. Since years the manufacturer manages to keep the optical level of the mirrors evenly high. The Photon Newtonian telescopes are built according to the specifications of Teleskop-Service. The secondary mirror size is optimized, the distances for the focus position are also optimized for observation and photography. But above all, Photon Newtons can adapt to your interests, they can "grow with you":

♦ We offer a carbon tube kit for each Photon 10" Newtonian, where you can reuse all parts of your Newtonian.

♦ We offer smaller or larger secondary mirrors, so you can adapt the Newtonian to your individual interests, no matter if you want to observe planets or take pictures with a full frame sensor.

The exact 2" Crayford focuser with 1:10 dual speed

We offer this Newtonian telescope with a 2" Crayford focuser with integrated 1:10 micro reduction. This focuser works very precisely even with heavy accessories like astro cameras. With a little experience you can achieve adjustment accuracies of 0.08 mm, which are sufficient even for very high resolution sensors.

The focuser is fully compatible with the optional TS motor focus system. A motor takes over the focusing. This enables absolutely jitter-free and precise focusing for observation and photography.

High-quality primary mirror with f/5 and 94% reflectivity

This Newtonian shows its full potential in observation and astrophotography through a high-quality primary mirror made of optical, tension-free BK7 glass. The parabolic primary mirror is 94% coated and therefore offers a brighter and high-contrast image. Compared to a normal mirror you can immediately see the difference.

With its focal ratio of 1:5 the Newtonian belongs to the all-round telescopes for astrophotography and observation.

No vignetting at the edge - full illumination by large 70 mm secondary mirror

No shading at the edge, even with modern DSLR or CCD cameras you will enjoy a bright image with full illumination. But also 2" large field eyepieces are supplied with light up to the edge.


Astrophotography with the ZWO cooled cameras
The cameras from ZWO and the fast Newtonian with the TS Maxfield corrector are an optimal team for astrophotography. The stars are sharp to the edge. The adaptation from the corrector to the camera is easy, we will be happy to advise you.

The advantage - already after 40 seconds you have galaxies, nebulae and star clusters on the sensor. Longer exposure times are not necessary, a guiding control is not necessary. Just let the well polar-aligned mount run and wonderful astrophotographs will be taken almost by themselves. The high f/5 speed of the Newtonian and the extremely fast sensor of the camera make it possible.

Specifications:

Optics


Type  Reflector
Type of build  Newton 
Aperture (mm)  254
Focal length (mm)  1270
Aperture ratio (f/)  5
Resolving capacity  0,54
Limit value (mag)  13,8
Light gathering capacity  1320
Max. useful magnification  508
Tube length (mm)  1150
Tube weight (kg)  15,5
tube diameter (mm) 303
Tube material  Steel
Tube construction Full tube
field (mm) 28

Reflector

 
Ventilation for central mirror  yes
Main mirror´s construction  parabolic
reflectivity 94
Primary mirror - Material BK7
protective layer Quartz
aluminising Aluminium
Secondary mirror diameter (mm) 70

Focuser

 
Type of build  Crayford 
Connection ( to eyepiece)  2
Gear reduction 1:10 Fine movement

Mount

 
Mounting type  no mount
GoTo control  no
Type of build  OTA 

Included accessories

 
Finder scope  8x50
Tube clamps yes
Eyepiece adaptor 1,25" & 2"
Extension tubes yes
Prism rail Vixen-Style

General

Series Photon 

Area of application

 
Moon & Planets yes
Nebulae & galaxies yes
Nature Observation no
Astrophotography yes
Sun  not recommended

Recommended for

 
Beginners  no
Advanced  yes
Observatories  no
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