APO200FL F/8

Description

Our first observatory class instrument, the APO200FL F/8 allows the observer to delve deep into the beauty of space.

• The APO200FL F/8 features an oil-spaced apochromatic-triplet objective with a Fluorite (CaF2) middle element, resulting in color correction optimized for visual use and imaging.
• This oil-spaced triplet design, in combination with multi-layer coatings on all surfaces of the objective, ensures maximal light transmission.
• The objective is housed in an aluminum cell, providing excellent thermoregulation properties while remaining lightweight and strong.
• The optical assembly sits in a lightweight aluminum tube that utilizes anti-reflective coating and sharp-edged baffles throughout the interior.
• No collimation is required after the scope leaves TEC.
• The crisp all-white assembly reflects the elegant, handcrafted quality that TEC is known for.
• Expect deep contrast and rich, natural color from this compact and timeless design.
• Each APO200FL F/8 comes equipped with a Starlight Instruments FTF#3545 Feather Touch Focuser, designed in collaboration with TEC.
• This is Starlight Instruments’ largest rotating focuser, featuring coarse and fine focusing with a 9:1 Planetary Reduction Assembly.
• The 2" locking metal collet is insensitive to temperature fluctuations and holds loads with high precision and concentricity.
• Includes precision adjustable Tube Rings.

The TEC APO200FL F/8 sold for $29,600 retail.

How to place an order with TEC

To place an order, please complete the checkout process directly on our site. After your order is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email with next steps for TEC to take your deposit and begin processing. Your order is added to the production list once the deposit is received, but pricing is not guaranteed. The balance is due upon completion. Accessories and mounts can be requested in the order comments. Prices, availability, and lead times may change without notice. Paypal fees apply. Contact us with any questions or cancellations.

Specifications

Focuser Information

Testing and Quality Assurance

TEC Telescopes go through rigorous testing to ensure top quality performance. Newtonian Rings are used throughout the glass production process and we then use an interferometer to correct any remaining imperfections. Every telescope is then tested vigorously to reach the most optimum Strehl ratio possible. If the objective does not meet Yuri’s expectations, the telescope will not be shipped. As a strict policy, TEC will not release telescope test reports.

While 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.

Manuals & Diagrams

2005 TEC APO200FL F/8 User Manual Available for Download

Click here to download the 2005 TEC APO200FL F/8 User Manual

Focuser Instructions Available for Download

Click here to download Focuser Instructions

Availability

March 3, 2025 Update
The 2024 allocation is now fully claimed, but production for 2025 scopes has started. Customers in the random selection process will be contacted as production advances.

Mount Recommendations

This model is best paired with a high-capacity load mount and a stationary observation station.

BINO option

Bino option details to come…

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