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Product no.: 54740

Telescope Pro Astrograph 203/800 OTA

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$ 799.00 incl. VAT, plus shipping costs
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Product description

More about the series Pro Astrograph...

Omegon advantage: In contrast to similar telescopes from other brands, this astrograph is equipped with the particularly precise Omegon Steeltrail 2'' Newtonian dual speed Crayford focuser.

Omegon f/4 astrograph - for unforgettable astronomy photos
Which other type of telescope can be used to create a beautiful image with so little effort? With Omegon astrographs this is easier than with 'ordinary' telescopes. Why? The answer is obvious - because an aperture ratio of f/4 means a big light output and consequently shorter exposure times. Immerse yourself in the world of deep sky photography. Admire faint galaxies or details in hydrogen nebulae. The Omegon astrograph sets a new benchmark for your astronomy photos.

The advantages in a nutshell

  • f/4 astrograph - a telescope with ultra-fast aperture ratio for short exposures
  • suitable to go on medium mountings due to its short overall length
  • wide field of view for extended objects - approx. 24mm is illuminated
  • 94% reflection parabolic main mirror for bright images
  • large secondary mirror - good illumination for DSLR cameras
  • robust 2" Crayford focuser with 1:10 reduction and 1.25" reducer
  • faster cool-down for getting started observing quicker - main mirror fan

94% reflection f/4 main mirror
Astrographs are suitable for visual observing, but only show their full potential when used for astrophotography. Their f/4 aperture means they are among the 'fastest' Newtonian telescopes around, allowing you to take shorter exposure images.
The secondary mirror and the parabolic BK7 main mirror are 94% reflective, providing brighter and higher contrast images. One can see a visible improvement when compared to a 'normal' mirror which is around 88% reflective.

No shadows, only light - large secondary mirror
Attach your DSLR camera or a modern CCD camera to the telescope and enjoy impressive illumination over a wide field of view. No shadowing is noticeable thanks to the particularly large secondary mirror (see also below). Observing with 2" wide-field eyepieces is now perfect.

Less mistakes - more fun with the photography
The particularly short OTA length and focal length means the telescope is compact - the astrograph is about 20% shorter as compared to an f/5 system. This means you can also use this OTA's excellent optics on a medium mount, saving yourself the expense and clumsiness of a heavier mount.
Another advantage is that the astrograph is perfect for extended deep sky objects thanks to its shorter focal length. This system is also more tolerant of small tracking errors than a telescope with a longer focal length. You will achieve some astounding astrophotography with even just a little effort.

Get started observing faster - main mirror fan
Just a quiet, unobtrusive hum, but what an effect! - the built-in 12V fan means 50% faster cool-down of your main mirror. This allows your telescope to reach optimum image quality more rapidly, so you do not have to wait for so long.

  • exclusive 2" Crayford focuser with stainless steel ball bearings
  • indestructible - stainless steel system for durability
  • precision focus via 1:10 reduction ratio
  • high load capacity for any accessory - even with an open clamp
  • simple to connect to Skywatcher telescopes via an adapter
  • anti-reflection ridging - for good contrast

Perhaps you already own a telescope with a rather basic focuser? Note how its operation lets the ball bearings dig into the soft aluminium of the inner tube, scoring it. Do you really think such a focuser will give you a lifetime of good service? If you are one of those people who appreciate accuracy and precision, then you will not be happy with this kind of focuser. It is high time for an upgrade.

Steeltrail - with stainless steel ball bearings

The Omegon Steeltrail focuser uses hard stainless steel in all the important areas. The V2A stainless steel ball bearings run on stainless steel rails, giving the focuser significantly more precision. Even heavy loads over long periods are no problem for the focuser. The ball bearings ensure that it does not shift and guarantee years of consistent quality.

1:10 reduction gearing - precision focusing of objects

At high magnifications or for astrophotography, it is sometimes difficult to find the precise point of focus. But here, the 1:10 reduction gearing makes this easy. Rotating the grippy stainless steel focus wheel moves the 2" tube accurately to a tenth of a millimetre. A half turn of the focus wheel gives a change in focus distance of about one millimetre.

High load capacity for up to 5kg

The particularly advantage of the focuser is its high load capacity, which allows it to take even heavy eyepieces and cameras. The focuser can move freely, unclamped, as its high quality means the 2" tube will not slip, but remain firmly in position.

Included in delivery and other important data

  • 8" astrograph OTA with 70mm secondary mirror
  • secondary mirror marking for optical alignment
  • tube clamps and 22cm Vixen-style prism rail
  • 2", 35mm extension tube
  • OTA length 710mm, OTA outer diameter 230mm
  • 12V main mirror fan

Specifications

Optics


Type
Reflector
Type of build
Newton
Aperture (mm)
203
Focal length (mm)
800
Aperture ratio (f/)
4
Resolving capacity
0,58
Limit value (mag)
13,3
Light gathering capacity
820
Max. useful magnification
400
Tube weight (kg)
8,6
Tube material
Steel
Tube length (mm)
710
Coating
Aluminium and silicon dioxide
tube diameter (mm)
230
Tube construction
Full tube

Reflector


Main mirror´s construction
parabolic
Secondary mirror obstruction
35
Secondary mirror diameter (mm)
70
Ventilation for central mirror
yes
Primary mirror - Material
BK7
reflectivity
94

Focuser


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

Mount


Type of build
OTA
Mounting type
no mount
GoTo control
no

Included accessories


Miscellaneous
Main mirror ventilation
Extension tubes
yes
Tube clamps
yes
Eyepiece adaptor
1,25" & 2"
Prism rail
Vixen-Style

General


Series
Pro Astrograph
Total weight (kg)
8,6

Area of application


Moon & Planets
yes
Nebulae & galaxies
yes
Nature Observation
no
Astrophotography
yes
Sun
not recommended (Only with appropriate Sun filter)

Recommended for


Beginners
no
Advanced
yes
Observatories
no

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*All prices include VAT plus shipping costs.

Omegon Telescope Pro Astrograph 203/800 OTA
The compact Omegon f/4 astrograph is excellent for using short exposures to produce impressive wide-field astronomy photos.

Omegon Telescope Pro Astrograph 203/800 OTA
Faster cool-down for getting started observing sooner - main mirror fan

Omegon Telescope Pro Astrograph 203/800 OTA
2" Crayford focuser with 1:10 reduction - CNC-machined, black anodised and with laser-engraved scale

Omegon Telescope Pro Astrograph 203/800 OTA
35mm extension tube

Omegon Telescope Pro Astrograph 203/800 OTA
Pleiaden (M45) taken by Carlos Malagon
Omegon Telescope Pro Astrograph 203/800 OTA
Andromeda (M31) taken by Carlos Malagon

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