{"product_id":"askar-32mm-f-4-guide-scope","title":"Askar 32mm f\/4 Guide Scope","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Askar 32mm f\/4 Guide Scope is an ultra-compact guide scope for lightweight astrophotography setups. With a 32mm aperture, 128mm focal length, and fast f\/4 focal ratio, it is designed for portable rigs where low weight and quick guide-star acquisition matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This Product Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis guide scope is best for wide-field imagers, star tracker users, small refractor owners, and portable astrophotography setups where a compact autoguiding solution is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose This Product?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32mm aperture and 128mm focal length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast f\/4 focal ratio for compact guiding setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight 0.35kg OTA design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated helical focuser with 25mm focuser travel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear adapter support for 1.25-inch and M42x0.75 connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact size for travel and portable astrophotography rigs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoguiding with compact imaging telescopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortable deep-sky astrophotography.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStar tracker and lightweight mount setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinder-scope style use with compatible accessories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe guide scope supports 1.25-inch and M42x0.75 rear adapter connections. The base is suitable for universal finder slots and includes 1\/4-inch and M4 threaded mounting holes for additional mounting flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eImportant Limitations\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest suited to short focal length or portable imaging systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires a compatible guide camera for autoguiding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot intended as a main imaging telescope for high-resolution work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting compatibility should be confirmed before purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it best used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is best used as a compact guide scope for portable astrophotography systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it good for larger telescopes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor larger or longer focal length imaging telescopes, a larger guide scope may be a better match.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it connect to common guide cameras?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the 1.25-inch and M42x0.75 rear adapter options support many common guide-camera setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOntario Telescope recommends the Askar 32mm f\/4 Guide Scope for lightweight and portable imaging setups where size and weight are the priority. Choose a 52mm guide scope when you need more aperture or a longer guide focal length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable class=\"product-specifications\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e128mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eObjective Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDoublet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e143mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOTA Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.35kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRear Adapter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM42x0.75 and 1.25-inch adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocuser\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated helical focuser, 25mm travel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Askar","offers":[{"title":"BLACK","offer_id":53155939516527,"sku":"ASK-32F4-GS-BLK","price":149.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"SILVER","offer_id":53155939549295,"sku":"ASK-32F4-GS-SLV","price":149.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/guidescope32.webp?v=1779736609","url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/products\/askar-32mm-f-4-guide-scope","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}