This webpage is a historical document. 130mm f6 StarFire EDFS refractors, with the specifications shown here, were shipped from January 1995 through December 2003. The information on this webpage is provided for present owners and those who are curious about its history.
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At last, an easy-to-use amateur telescope that can produce exquisite astrophotos with almost no effort and show excellent planetary images as well. Versatility is the hall-mark of our refractors whether you wish to study the brush-stroke detail of sun spots or lunar crater detail; or enjoy wide-field deep-sky objects and CCD imaging with the fabulous cameras on the market today. Fast, high-transmission optics provide breathtaking wide-field views of your favorite deep-sky objects. Rich-field viewing at its best. Attach your favorite 35mm camera or Pentax 6x7 with our optional 2.7" field flatter for photos worthy of publication. With our telecompressor, you can photograph at a very fast f4.5! Or, attach our Convertible Barlow and enjoy views or photography with an f12 focal length. Enjoy the images taken with this scope as featured in our gallery. It was once described by a noted astronomy writer as a "Traveler on steroids"
This scope has 53 % more light grasp than a Traveler, yet it is still friendly and inviting to set up. The compact size and light weight ensure easy portability. It will pack easily into your car, even with your kids or other gear. Set up is a breeze whether in your backyard or favorite dark-sky site. You will use this scope often.
The 130 f6 StarFire is at home on the Mach1GTO German Equatorial or on either of these two older mounts that are no longer produced: our 400GTO or 600EGTO German Equatorial Mounts.
Specifications| Color correction |
Less than 0.01% focus variation from 405nm to 706nm (r to h wavelengths). Color correction curves. |
| Clear aperture |
130mm (5.12") |
| Focal length |
780mm (30.7") |
| Resolution |
0.87 arc seconds |
| Coatings |
Multi-layer, overall transmission greater than 97% in peak visual wavelengths |
| Magnification range |
22x to 500x |
| Tube assembly |
White, 5.5" aluminum tube, baffled, flat black interior, engraved push-pull lens cell |
| Focuser type |
2.7" I.D. Astro-Physics rack & pinion focuser, 4.15" travel; 2" and 1.25" adapters; 2.5" extension |
| Telescope length |
724mm (28.5") w/ dewcap fully retracted |
| Weight with dewcap |
15 lbs. (6.8 kg) |
| Carrying-case type |
Wood case with grey vinyl covering and foam-lined interior |
| Case outside dimensions |
31" x 9" x 9" (79cm x 23cm x 23cm) |
| Weight of case |
14 lbs. (6.4 kg) |
| 35mm Photographic field at prime-focus |
1.7 x 2.4 degrees @ f6 |
| 35mm Photographic field with telecompressor |
2.3 x 3.3 degrees @ f4.5 |
| 35mm Photographic field with 2x Barlow |
0.9 x 1.2 degrees @ f12 |
| 6x7cm Photographic field at prime focus |
4.4 x 5.1 degrees @ f6 (vignetted) |
Support
We have prepared some pertinent support documents relating to this scope and many of our other products on our Technical Support page. Please check there first to find the information that you need.
Upgrades and Spare Parts
Check out our Astro-Physics.com website to find accessories, replacement parts or learn about possible upgrades for your scope.
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Last modified:
March 11, 2019
Astro-Physics, Inc.
11250 Forest Hills Road, Rockford, IL 61115, U.S.A.
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