Light and durable, the TEC Compact Case will keep its cargo safe, while being easy to transport. Made in the USA and in coordination with Tenba, this nylon exterior case was built with the APO140FL in mind. Weighing only 5 lbs (2.2 kg), this case is a perfect addition to the observer’s arsenal. The exterior dimensions (34″ x 8.5″ x 8.5″) fits airline checked luggage dimensions and the interior (33″ x 7.5″” x 7″) gives the APO140FL a snug fit with enough extra space for accessories. The hard sides and nylon exterior protect your telescope from all manner of wind, rain, and abrasions. The zippered access pockets in the interior of the case allow for greater customization in the wall padding of the case. An adjustable shoulder strap and hand straps make carrying your telescope comfortable and easy. The TEC Compact Case can also be lifted from the lengthwise handles on either side and features a front pocket for extra storage.

Tube Rings come with the purchase of the APO200FL F/8, and the APO250FL F/8.8. Additional sets of Tube Rings are available for purchase.

TEC Tube Rings are extremely lightweight and durable, with a set of two rings for an APO200FL F/7 . The Tube Rings are CNC machined for clean edges with black anodized aluminum that is scratch resistant. They are outfitted with adjustable stainless-steel latches and are able to fit the TEC Dovetail Plates, Losmandy Plates, and AP Plates for secure mounting. Each Ring contains an upper base, an adjustable latch, and a lower base. The upper base of the Tube Rings also connects to the TEC Carry Handles for easy transport.

Light and durable, the TEC Compact Case will keep its cargo safe, while being easy to transport. Made in the USA and in coordination with Tenba, this nylon exterior case was built with the APO160FL in mind. Weighing only 6 lbs (2.2 kg), this case is a perfect addition to the observer’s arsenal. The exterior dimensions (40″ x 9″ x 9″) fits airline checked luggage dimensions and the interior (39″ x 8″ x 8″) gives the APO160FL a snug fit with enough extra space for accessories. The hard sides and nylon exterior protect your telescope from all manner of wind, rain, and abrasions. The zippered access pockets in the interior of the case allow for greater customization in the wall padding of the case. An adjustable shoulder strap and hand straps make carrying your telescope comfortable and easy. The TEC Compact Case can also be lifted from the lengthwise handles on either side and features a front pocket for extra storage.

TEC Tube Rings are extremely lightweight and durable, with a set of two rings for an APO160FL F/7 weighing under 750g. The Tube Rings are CNC machined for clean edges with black anodized aluminum that is scratch resistant. They are outfitted with adjustable stainless-steel latches and are able to fit the TEC Dovetail Plates, Losmandy Plates, and AP Plates for secure mounting. Each Ring contains an upper base, an adjustable latch, and a lower base. The upper base of the Tube Rings also connects to the TEC Carry Handles for easy transport.

Constructed in Germany, the TEC hard Case is made out of lightweight Aluminum and packed with a
hard-foam interior that has pre-cut sections for a snug fit. The hard exterior ensures optimal protection of the
APO140FL F/7 during transport while maintaining a combined weight that is less than 40lbs. It effortlessly
accommodates the following accessories when attached to the APO140FL F/7; Tube Rings, 9” Dovetail Plate, 9″ Carrying Handle, a Finderscope,
a 2” AP Diagonal, and up to five 2” eyepieces. The dimensions for the TEC hard Case for the TEC APO140Fl are as follows; 36x13x10.

Constructed in the USA, the TEC Hard Case is packed with a hard-foam interior that has pre-cut sections for a snug
fit. The hard exterior ensures optimal protection of the APO180FL during transport while maintaining a
combined weight that is less than 80lbs. It effortlessly accomodates the following accessories when attached to
the APO180FL; Tube Rings, 12” Dovetail Plate, 12″ Carrying Handle, a Finderscope, a 2” AP Diagonal, and up to five 2” eyepieces.

TEC Tube Rings are extremely lightweight and durable, with a set of two rings for an APO180FL F/7. The Tube Rings are CNC machined for clean edges with black anodized aluminum that is scratch resistant. They are outfitted with adjustable stainless-steel latches and are able to fit the TEC Dovetail Plates, Losmandy Plates, and AP Plates for secure mounting. Each Ring contains an upper base, an adjustable latch, and a lower base. The upper base of the Tube Rings also connects to the TEC Carry Handles for easy transport.

Tube Rings come with the purchase of the APO200FL F/8, and the APO250FL F/8.8. Additional sets of Tube Rings are available for purchase.

TEC Tube Rings are extremely lightweight and durable, with a set of two rings for an APO250FL F/7 . The Tube Rings are CNC machined for clean edges with black anodized aluminum that is scratch resistant. They are outfitted with adjustable stainless-steel latches and are able to fit the TEC Dovetail Plates, Losmandy Plates, and AP Plates for secure mounting. Each Ring contains an upper base, an adjustable latch, and a lower base. The upper base of the Tube Rings also connects to the TEC Carry Handles for easy transport.

TEC Tube Rings are extremely lightweight and durable, with a set of two rings for an APO140FL F/7 weighing under 750g. The Tube Rings are CNC machined for clean edges with black anodized aluminum that is scratch resistant. They are outfitted with adjustable stainless-steel latches and are able to fit the TEC Dovetail Plates, Losmandy Plates, and AP Plates for secure mounting. Each Ring contains an upper base, an adjustable latch, and a lower base. The upper base of the Tube Rings also connects to the TEC Carry Handles for easy transport.

The TEC Dovetail Plate features a lightweight and effortless design. because of the short length, the plate
is lighter than average and will not catch when the front baffle is retracted for storage or transport. The TEC Dovetail
Plate is compatible with losmandy, WYO, and Casady Saddle systems and is installed with two 8-32 security
screws on both ends of the plate to prevent slipping. The 9″ Dovetail option fits especially well with the APO140FL F/7 and pairs with the 9″ Carry Handle.

Produced in house, the Field Reducer Corrector, flattens the field of telescopic viewing and reduces the focal ratio by .9x: decreasing it from F/7 to F/6.3. Compared to a Field Flattener, the FRC will have small vignetting in the corners of FOW (~10%). Designed to cover an image circle ø 51mm, or 36x36mm, the FRC has a back focus extension of 115mm, making it perfect for deep space astro-photography. The FRC is available for all models and fits with the FTF#3545 Starlight Focuser. Available for use with all TEC Telescopes. Please specify the telescope to be used with the FRC when the order is placed.

The TEC Dovetail Plate features a lightweight and effortless design. because of the short length, the plate
is lighter than average and will not catch when the front baffle is retracted for storage or transport. The TEC Dovetail
Plate is compatible with losmandy, WYO, and Casady Saddle systems and is installed with two 8-32 security
screws on both ends of the plate to prevent slipping. The 12″ Dovetail option seamlessly fits every TEC telescope, especially the APO160FL F/7 and larger. It also pairs with the 12″ Carry Handle.