{"title":"ED APO FCD100 Triplet Series","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore Scientific FCD100 Series telescopes are premium air-spaced triplet APO refractors designed for serious visual astronomy and astrophotography. Built with genuine HOYA FCD100 extra-low dispersion glass, these telescopes deliver excellent colour correction, sharp contrast, and high-resolution views of the Moon, planets, star fields, nebulae, and deep-sky objects.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"explore-scientific-127mm-fcd100-apo","title":"Explore Scientific 127mm FCD100 APO","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eReveal celestial wonders like the desolate beauty of the lunar terrain, the serene structure of Saturn s rings or the brightest deep sky treasures of the Messier catalog with Explore Scientific's 127mm FCD100 Apochromatic Refractor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eThis is essentially the same scope as the ES-ED127075-03 but offering greater quality optics. We use Hoya FCD100 optics which is very similar in characteristics as Ohara FPL-53. \u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit;\"\u003eRelying on technological innovation, we have successfully launched the mass production of high-performance optical glass at the apex of the FCD family. Combining it with optical glass of high refractive index allows us to achieve unprecedented advanced chromatic aberration correction. Hoya FCD100 is considered the best glass ever produced by Hoya.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eHaving a true diffraction-limited optical design and sized to encourage spontaneous stargazing sessions, this high-quality telescope is a perfect grab-and-go instrument for exploring the skies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eFeaturing an air-spaced triplet optical design that virtually eliminates chromatic aberrations, this telescope generates brilliant high-contrast images by combining genuine HOYA FCD100 extra-low dispersion (ED) glass and proprietary EMD enhanced multi-layer coatings on all optical surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eIn addition, this amazing scope also includes a 2.5\" Hexagonal focuser with very rigid design and strong support. Up to 10 lbs of gear can be loaded onto this focuser.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eED127 Classic White f\/7.5 Air Spaced Triplet with Hoya FCD100 optics and Integrated Dew Shield; 952mm focal length; 2.5\" HEX Focuser; Cradle Ring with Handle and Vixen Style Dovetail Plate; Explore Finder Scope Base installed on scope; 99% Reflective 2\" Diagonal. Weighs 18lbs. (Case and Finder Scope NOT Included)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eCheck out this review on Cloudynights by renown imager John O'Neill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: 1.8em; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cloudynights.com\/topic\/537303-my-experience-with-the-new-explore-scientific-127-fcd100-refractor\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003ehttp:\/\/www.cloudynights.com\/topic\/537303-my-experience-with-the-new-explore-scientific-127-fcd100-refractor\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: 1.8em; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px; font-family: Merriweather;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Explore Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44013369589871,"sku":"FCD100-127075-02","price":3779.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/FCD100_127mm_1__75589.jpg?v=1766551589"},{"product_id":"es-80mm-fcd100-apo","title":"ES 80MM FCD100 APO","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; font-family: Merriweather; color: rgb(64, 64, 64); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eReveal celestial wonders like the desolate beauty of the lunar terrain, the serene structure of Saturn s rings or the brightest deep sky treasures of the Messier catalog with Explore Scientific s 80mm FCD100 Apochromatic Refractor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; font-family: Merriweather; color: rgb(64, 64, 64); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThis is essentially the same scope as the ES-ED0806-01 but offering greater quality optics. We use Hoya FCD100 optics which is very similar in characteristics as Ohara FPL-53. \u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit;\"\u003eRelying on technological innovation, we have successfully launched the mass production of high-performance optical glass at the apex of the FCD family. Combining it with optical glass of high refractive index allows us to achieve unprecedented advanced chromatic aberration correction. Hoya FCD100 is considered the best glass ever produced by Hoya.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; font-family: Merriweather; color: rgb(64, 64, 64); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eHaving a true diffraction-limited optical design and sized to encourage spontaneous stargazing sessions, this high-quality telescope is a perfect grab-and-go instrument for exploring the skies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; font-family: Merriweather; color: rgb(64, 64, 64); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eFeaturing an air-spaced triplet optical design that virtually eliminates chromatic aberrations, this telescope generates brilliant high-contrast images by combining genuine HOYA FCD100 extra-low dispersion (ED) glass and proprietary EMD enhanced multi-layer coatings on all optical surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; font-family: Merriweather; color: rgb(64, 64, 64); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eIn addition, this amazing little scope also includes a 2.5\" Hexagonal focuser with very rigid design and strong support. Up to 10 lbs of gear can be loaded onto this focuser.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; font-family: Merriweather; color: rgb(64, 64, 64); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eAlthough it is a standout telescope on its own, the 80mm also is compact enough to mount on a larger telescope, which can add versatility to your astrophotography experience by separating the guiding and imaging duties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; font-family: Merriweather; color: rgb(64, 64, 64); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eED80 Classic White f\/6 Air Spaced Triplet with Hoya FCD100 optics and Integrated Dew Shield; 480mm focal length; 2.5\" HEX Focuser; Integrated Vixen-Style Dovetail, Explore Finder Scope Base installed on scope; 99% Reflective 2\" Diagonal. Weighs 7.5lbs. (Case and Finder Scope NOT Included)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: \" arial black\u003eCheck out this review on Cloudynights by renown imager John O'Neill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: 1.8em; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px; font-family: Merriweather;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cloudynights.com\/topic\/537303-my-experience-with-the-new-explore-scientific-127-fcd100-refractor\/\"\u003ehttp:\/\/www.cloudynights.com\/topic\/537303-my-experience-with-the-new-explore-scientific-127-fcd100-refractor\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: 1.8em; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px; font-family: Merriweather;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Explore Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44013369655407,"sku":"FCD100-0806-02","price":1834.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/explore_scientific_fcd100_8006_01__25335.jpg?v=1766551596"},{"product_id":"explore-scientific-102mm-fcd100","title":"Explore Scientific 102mm FCD100","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; color: rgb(64, 64, 64); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eReveal celestial wonders like the desolate beauty of the lunar terrain, the serene structure of Saturn's rings or the brightest deep sky treasures of the Messier catalog with Explore Scientific's 102mm FCD100 Apochromatic Refractor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; color: rgb(64, 64, 64); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eThis is essentially the same scope as the ES-ED10207-01 but offering greater quality optics. We use Hoya FCD100 optics which is very similar in characteristics as Ohara FPL-53. \u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit;\"\u003eRelying on technological innovation, we have successfully launched the mass production of high-performance optical glass at the apex of the FCD family. Combining it with optical glass of high refractive index allows us to achieve unprecedented advanced chromatic aberration correction. Hoya FCD100 is considered the best glass ever produced by Hoya.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; color: rgb(64, 64, 64); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eHaving a true diffraction-limited optical design and sized to encourage spontaneous stargazing sessions, this high-quality telescope is a perfect grab-and-go instrument for exploring the skies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; color: rgb(64, 64, 64); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eFeaturing an air-spaced triplet optical design that virtually eliminates chromatic aberrations, this telescope generates brilliant high-contrast images by combining genuine HOYA FCD100 extra-low dispersion (ED) glass and proprietary EMD enhanced multi-layer coatings on all optical surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; color: rgb(64, 64, 64); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eIn addition, this amazing little scope also includes a 2.5\" Hexagonal focuser with very rigid design and strong support. Up to 10 lbs of gear can be loaded onto this focuser.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; color: rgb(64, 64, 64); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eAlthough it is a standout telescope on its own, the 102mm also is compact enough to mount on a larger telescope, which can add versatility to your astrophotography experience by separating the guiding and imaging duties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; color: rgb(64, 64, 64); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eED102 Classic White f\/7 Air Spaced Triplet with Hoya FCD100 optics and Integrated Dew Shield; 714mm focal length; 2.5\" HEX Focuser; Integrated Vixen-Style Dovetail, Explore Finder Scope Base installed on scope; 99% Reflective 2\" Diagonal. Weighs 12lbs. (Case and Finder Scope NOT Included)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.8em; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eCheck out this review on Cloudynights by renown imager John O'Neill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: 1.8em; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cloudynights.com\/topic\/537303-my-experience-with-the-new-explore-scientific-127-fcd100-refractor\/\" style=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003ehttp:\/\/www.cloudynights.com\/topic\/537303-my-experience-with-the-new-explore-scientific-127-fcd100-refractor\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Explore Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Explore Scientific Field Flattener f\/5 to f\/7","offer_id":44013369720943,"sku":"FCD100-10207-02","price":2699.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/explore_scientific_fcd100_10207_01_102mm__86741.jpg?v=1766551603"},{"product_id":"127mm-fcd100-air-spaced-triplet-ed-apo-in-carbon-fiber","title":"127MM FCD100 AIR-SPACED TRIPLET ED APO IN CARBON FIBER","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eReveal celestial wonders like the desolate beauty of the lunar terrain, the serene structure of Saturn s rings or the brightest deep sky treasures of the Messier catalog with Explore Scientific s ED127-FCD100 Air-Spaced Triplet in lightweight Carbon Fiber!\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Explore Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44013377781871,"sku":"FCD100-127075-CF-01","price":4274.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/FCD100_127ED_CF__51061.jpg?v=1766552312"},{"product_id":"explore-scientific-field-flattener-f-5-to-f-7","title":"Explore Scientific Field Flattener f\/5 to f\/7","description":"\u003cul style=\"box-sizing: inherit; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; text-size-adjust: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1rem; padding-left: 20px; color: rgb(29, 29, 29); font-family: \" nunito sans sans-serif rgb font-size:=\"\" background-color:=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: inherit; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; text-size-adjust: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis is a field flattener for refractor-type telescopes with a focal ratio of f\/5 to f\/7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: inherit; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; text-size-adjust: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCauses no change to the telescope focal length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: inherit; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; text-size-adjust: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"\u003e2-inch barrel to easily attach to a two-inch focuser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: inherit; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; text-size-adjust: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFully multi-coated optics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: inherit; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; text-size-adjust: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"\u003eT-ring thread on the device so a T-ring can be used to easily attach a DSLR camera or a dedicated astrocamera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: inherit; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; text-size-adjust: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"\u003e38 mm of clear aperture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: inherit; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; text-size-adjust: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRequires 55mm (+\/-2) of back focus\/spacing between the device and the camera sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: inherit; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; text-size-adjust: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePremium high glossy anodizing finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: \" nunito sans sans-serif color: rgb\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eFits the following Explore Scientific telescopes:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDAR1020765-01\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDAR127065-02\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDAR152065-01\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eES-ED0806-02\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eES-ED10207-02\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFCD100-0806-01\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFCD100-10207-02\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Explore Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44013865173103,"sku":"ES-FF2F5\/F7","price":209.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/ES-FF2F5_F7__85161.jpg?v=1766564971"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/collections\/FCD100-127075-CF-01_Black_1.webp?v=1780421423","url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/collections\/explore-scientific-fcd100-telescopes.oembed","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}