Skywatcher Evostar 150DX APO Refractor
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Skywatcher Evostar 150DX APO Refractor

Skywatcher Evostar 150DX APO Refractor

SkywatcherSKU: S11195
Baader Fridge Killer Filter 2": Yes
Skywatcher EvoStar 0.85x Reducer: Yes
Price:
$6,189.98 CAD
Stock:
On Backorder — ships when available

Dew protection

Sized for this tube. Dew ends more Ontario nights than cloud does.

Keep the glass clean
  • Description
  • Specifications
Sky-Watcher Evostar refractors provide the finest images obtainable in their design class. These doublet refractors deliver dramatic, coal-black skies and faithful, contrast-rich views of planetary and deep-space phenomenon that are second to none. Sky-Watcher Evostar refractors are the logical choice for the discriminating amateur astronomer looking for an investment in advanced instrumentation for exceptional viewing and astrophotography.

  • 150 mm apochromatic refractor with matched lens assembly with one ED element
  • 1200 mm focal length (f/8)
  • Dual-speed 3.4” rack-and-pinion focuser
  • DX tube-ring attachment hardware with D-style dovetail plate
  • Aluminum case
SKUS11195
UPC050234111959
Optical Info
Optical DesignED Doublet
Lens CoatingsFully Multi-Coated
True Aperture (mm)150
Primary Aperture (mm)150
F/Ratio8
Focal Length (mm)1200
Observational Info
Dawes Limit0.77
Rayleigh Limit0.93
Limiting Mag.13.3
Minimum Magnification21
Maximum Magnification295
Light Gathering (compared to next size down)71%
General Info
Focuser3.4" Dual Speed R & P
OTA Length (Retract/Ext.)50.5"
OTA Outer Diameter7.1"
OTA Weight (with accessories)22
Accessories
Mounting AccessoriesRings/D-Rail
Included CaseYes
CorrectorNo (optional)

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