{"product_id":"tec-apo140fl-f9-6-telescope","title":"TEC APO140FL F9.6 Telescope","description":"\u003cp\u003ePictured Telescope is a prototype. (binoviewer not included)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe APO140FL F\/9.6 features an air-spaced apochromatic-doublet objective with a Fluorite (CaF2) rear element that results in a lighter objective.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe objective weighs about 2.5 lbs., compared to 5 lbs. for the APO140FL F\/7 version, allowing it to come to temperature more quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarting 2025, the objective includes anti-reflective and hydrophobic coatings for easier cleaning and maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoused in an aluminum cell, it provides excellent thermoregulation while remaining lightweight and strong.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe optical assembly is inside a lightweight aluminum tube with sharp-edged baffles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo collimation is needed after the scope leaves TEC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes equipped with a Starlight Instruments FTF#2545 Feather Touch Focuser with coarse and fine 9:1 planetary reduction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 2\" locking metal collet is temperature-insensitive and holds loads with precision and concentricity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn classic refractor fashion, the TEC APO140FL F\/9.6 is a no-compromise, no-frills design that lets the wonders of nature speak for themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRecommended Accessories;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ePrecision adjustable Tube Rings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e9” Dovetail Plate and Carry Handle facilitate easy transportation and fit seamlessly with most mounts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFocal Reducer Corrector converts the F\/7 Ratio to F\/6.2 with a 115mm back focus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eTEC Transportation Case that eases transport between observation locations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTEC Compact Case for easy lifting and transportation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7×50 Vixen Finderscope with a \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eTEC Finder Bracket and Base for Telescope mounting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTesting and Quality Assurance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTEC Telescopes go through rigorous testing to ensure top quality performance. Newtonian Rings are used throughout the glass production process and TEC then use an interferometer to correct any remaining imperfections. Every telescope is then tested vigorously to reach the most optimum Strehl ratio possible. Rest assured that your telescope has been optimized to be as optically perfect as possible. If the objective does not reach TEC's expectations, the telescope will not be shipped. \u003cstrong\u003eAs a strict policy, TEC will not release telescope test reports. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the objectives are fine-tuned under interferometrical control to meet the highest optical standards, cosmetic imperfections may exist in the objective and the tube assembly. Please rest assured that any imperfection in the telescope has been determined not to affect the optical performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.5235%;\"\u003eClear Aperture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.1155%;\"\u003e140mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.5235%;\"\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.1155%;\"\u003e1345mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.5235%;\"\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.1155%;\"\u003e9.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.5235%;\"\u003eResolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.1155%;\"\u003e0.86 arc sec\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.5235%;\"\u003eBack Focus Distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.1155%;\"\u003e250mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.5235%;\"\u003eDew Shield Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.1155%;\"\u003e176mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.5235%;\"\u003eTube Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.1155%;\"\u003e150mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.5235%;\"\u003eWorking Tube Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.1155%;\"\u003e1430mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.5235%;\"\u003eTransport Tube Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.1155%;\"\u003e1120mm \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.5235%;\"\u003eGlass Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.1155%;\"\u003e1.1kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.5235%;\"\u003eAirspace Gap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.1155%;\"\u003e1.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.5235%;\"\u003eOTA Weight (Estimate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.1155%;\"\u003e7.7kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"TEC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43968408420421,"sku":"APO140FL F\/9.6","price":14990.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/6673\/1845\/files\/tecdouble.jpg?v=1772594746","url":"https:\/\/bintel.com.au\/products\/tec-apo140fl-f9-6-telescope","provider":"The Binocular and Telescope Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}