VIXEN ED100Sf (ITEM #2618) OPTICAL TUBE & Mount Packages

Vixen ED telescopes high quality Japan OpticsThe ED 100Sf is now available for the first time in the US. It is the big brother of our best selling ED80Sf. Vixen's apochromatic refractor has an extra-low dispersion (ED) lens which depresses residual aberration to ahcieve a high level of performance. The ED100Sf features the Crayford focuser for smooth focusing without backlash. Coupled with a medium f/9.0 focal ratio, the ED "S" series provide a sharp, color-free image of high contrast. For the astronomer that wants the best value for the dollar in a 4” APO, this is the one to get.

The ED100Sf comes complete with:

* ED 100Sf telescope

* 9x50 finder-scope

* Finder bracket

* 2" eyepiece adapter

* 1 Ľ” Flip mirror

* Tube Rings

* Dove-tail plate

* Aluminum Telescope Case.

* Dimensions: 100mm x 880mm/ 3.9 x 34.6 in

* Weight: 3.7 kg/ 8 lbs

Price: $1,199.00

ED100SF$1,199.00

Vixen ED100SF with the GP2 Mount (Item #3956)

Vixen ED telescopes high quality Japan OpticsThe serious amateur astronomer will find that this package provides a combination ideal for observing. The combination of the large aperture ED100Sf and the GP2 simple, yet sturdy mount are excellent choices for exploring the starry night sky.

Set-up is quick. You can be observing in less then 5 minutes. The system allows you to grow with the addition of R.A. and Dec motors, hand controllers and the new Vixen Starbook S Go-To System. Vixen makes it easy to add a polar alignment scope and other accessories as needed.

Clear Skies,

MrStarGuy

Details

The ED100Sf with GP2 Package comes complete with:

* ED100Sf 100mm f/9 APO Optical Tube

* 9x50 finder-scope

* Finder Bracket

* 2” eyepiece adapter

* 1 Ľ” Flip mirror

* Tube Rings

* Dove-tail-plate

* Aluminum Telescope Case

* GP2 Mount with locking extension legs and, slow motion controls

Price: $1,999.00

ED100SFGP2$1,999.00

Vixen ED100SF with the GPD2 Mount (Item #3977)

Vixen ED telescopes high quality Japan OpticsThis package is a step up over the GP2 package and is designed for the astronomer who wants to grow their system.The GPD2 equatorial mount is the stronger and heftier of the GP mounts. With its solid steel R. A. and Declination axes and brass worm gears, this mount will hold up to years of heavy use. In order to assure accurate tracking for astrophotography the worm gears are especially machined to a very high precision that minimizes periodic error. Add the new Vixen Starbook S with built in starchart for complete Go-To capabilities.

Vixen's ED100Sf apochromatic refractor has extra-low dispersion (ED) lens which depresses residual aberration to ahcieve a high level of performance. The ED100Sf features the Crayford focuser for smooth focusing without backlash. Coupled with a medium f/9.0 focal ratio, the ED "S" series provide a sharp, color-free image of high contrast. For the astronomer that wants the best value for the dollar in a 4” APO, this is the one to get.

Details

The ED100Sf 100 F/9 with GPD2 Package comes complete with:

* ED100Sf APO Optical Tube

* 9x50 finder-scope

* Finder Bracket

* 2” eyepiece adapter

* 1 Ľ” Flip mirror

* Tube Rings

* Dove-tail-plate

* Aluminum Telescope Case

GPD2 Mount with locking extension legs and, slow motion controls

Price: $2,399.00

ED100SFGPD2$2,399.00

Vixen ED100Sf with the Sphinx Mount (Item #2718)

Vixen ED telescopes high quality Japan OpticsThis package combines the easiest to use Sphinx mount with our most affordable large aperture APO telescope. You’ll find yourself looking deeper and deeper into space as you gain familiarity with the Sphinx mount and more than likely try a little astrophotography. Certainly the Sphinx gives you the full capability for both.

Clear Skies,

MrStarGuy

Details

The ED100Sf 100mm f/9 with Sphinx Package comes complete with:

* ED100Sf APO Optical Tube

* 9x50 finder-scope

* Finder Bracket

* 2” eyepiece adapter

* 1 Ľ” Flip mirror

* Tube Rings

* Dove-tail-plate

* Aluminum Telescope Case

* Sphinx Mount with exclusive STARBOOK hand controller and tripod.

Price: $3,199.00

ED100SFSPHINX$3,199.00

Vixen Mounts

Vixen telescopes and mounts, high quality Japan OpticsVixen Optics can provide you with a varied selection of mount. Vixen’s Altazimuth Mounts have simple vertical and horizontal motion controls designed to easily assist you to point your telescope at your viewing objective. Both the SkyPod and Porta mounts can be handled and assembled with ease.

Vixens Equatorial allow you to track an object in accordance with the diurnal motion of the Earth. The sphinx Mount is ideal for long observing sessions at high powers, ideal for astrophotogaphy. The GP2 and GP2D Mount are easy to operate and are designed for both the celestial and terrestrial observers...

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