Telescope-Field Flatteners-Askar 1x Flattener for 140APO Refractor

Achieve a Beautiful Flat Field with the Askar 1x Flattener for 140APO Refractor!

Upgrade the already incredible optics of the Askar 140 APO Triplet Refractor with the Askar 1x Flattener! Improving the astrophotography performance without adjusting the focal ratio allows utilization of the full 980mm of focal length of your triplet refractor.

By providing a flat, even field, this flattener aids in diminishing field curvature around the edges of the images captured and enhances detail significantly. The included adapters make it easy to achieve the perfect backfocus within your optical train, letting you get set up under the stars in no time! Pairing the Askar 1x Flattener with your 140 APO Triplet Refractor is sure to deliver the ultimate astrophotography experience.

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Incredible Performance For Any Set Up!

This 1x Flattener from Askar was designed to allows you to achieve pin point star all the way to the edges of the frame, resulting in preservation of detail and impressive images. Connecting this flattener to your imaging train is effortless with the included adapters! Take a look below and see why this 1x Flattener is a perfect accessory to your Askar 140 APO Triplet Refractor!

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Outstanding Optics
Upholding the apochromatic design, the Askar 1x Flattener for the 140 APO Triplet Refractor contains three lens elements for superb quality. Supporting a full frame 44mm image circle, this field flattener corrects curvature around the edges of the image, resulting in the sharpest of stars. This Askar flattener does not alter the focal ratio or the focal length of the 140 APO refractor in any way, and maintains its native f/7 speed and 980mm focal length.

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All of the Necessary Adapters
This Askar 1x Flattener offers multiple points of connection through its numerous included adapters. The front thread utilizes a M84*1 thread, allowing you to connect this flattener to your telescope. On the camera side, three different adapters are present to allow you to achieve the perfect backfocus. A M68*1, M54*0.75, and M48*0.75 offers incredible versatility, allowing you to attach numerous different optical assemblies into your imaging train. An additional M48*0.75 2-inch filter thread allows for your filters to be threaded directly into your telescope! Its robust CNC machined body instills great stability and security within your optical system.