{"product_id":"askar-n160-newtonian-astrograph","title":"Askar N160 F3.4 Newtonian Astrograph (N160)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAskar N160 F3.4 Newtonian Astrograph\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"e_text-102 s_title response-transition\"\u003eThe Askar N160 Newtonian Astrograph features a large 160mm aperture and a focal ratio of F3.4. This high-speed reflector excels at deep-sky imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"e_text-102 s_title response-transition\"\u003eThis cost-effective Newtonian astrograph is built for portability. Its carbon fiber tube delivers thermal stability for sharp stars during any night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Askar N160 Newtonian Astrograph front view\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/1943f75b-c30b-4b00-aa0b-bdd240af4348_1024x1024.jpg?v=1782414988\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Askar N160 Newtonian Astrograph optical tube\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/45b722f9-c17e-41c7-84ef-2d4755bd3cc4_1024x1024.jpg?v=1782415018\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Askar N160 Newtonian Astrograph accessories\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/56fdaa53-592c-4bf2-a591-b87b66b43411_1024x1024.jpg?v=1782415061\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"e_text-102 s_title response-transition\"\u003eUnlike some heavier models like an orion 8 astrograph, the N160 remains lightweight at 3.97kg. It is perfect for modern compact mounts and setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"e_text-102 s_title response-transition\"\u003eIf you utilize the askar fra300 for wide fields, this reflector offers a complementary focal length of 544mm with its high quality corrector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/3932c6a6-98c6-43c6-abb4-0000b1c23dee_1024x1024.jpg?v=1782415474\" alt=\"Mechanical Details\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/2b8a4dbd-6610-4aa3-a963-e2f0ff2f1d2e_1024x1024.jpg?v=1782415496\" alt=\"Focusing mechanism\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"e_text-102 s_title response-transition\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/05dbee7d-64d2-48b8-9bb7-c49edb5ef509.jpg?v=1782415711\" alt=\"Askar optical performance\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/19cd57ec-8a0b-4b04-bc83-9f4d48e14916_1024x1024.jpg?v=1782415731\" alt=\"Correction features\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"e_text-102 s_title response-transition\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/664c6a7c-36fa-4bf2-95b2-a16d745096ff.webp?v=1782415756\" alt=\"Sample image\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"e_text-102 s_title response-transition\"\u003eAskar N160 Newtonian Astrograph Optical Path\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"e_text-102 s_title response-transition\"\u003eThe optical design uses an integrated triplet corrector to ensure a flat APS-C field. It provides pinpoint stars for your high-resolution cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Optical design path\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/4bb3c69d-efb9-4900-9b11-bbe92996b1bc_1024x1024.webp?v=1782417943\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"e_text-102 s_title response-transition\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e160mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e576mm (without Corrector) \/ 544mm (with Corrector)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF3.6 (without Corrector) \/ F3.4 (with Corrector)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorrector reduction factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.95×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorrector type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTriplet design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary mirror type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParabolic mirror\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat specifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAPS-C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTube material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary mirror short axis diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e61 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLens tube outer diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e193mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLens tube total length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e467mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.97kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGross weight (including handle, tube ring, dovetail plate, and corrector)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.2kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorrector weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.22kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.73\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBack focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55mm (from the M48 thread)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear-end thread type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorrector end: M48*0.75\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard package items\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ea N160 OTA, a pair of tube rings, 230mm dovetail plate, multifunctional handle, 0.95× MPCC, manual, M58 to M48 adapter, 0.1mm shim ×2, 0.2mm shim ×2, 0.3mm shim ×2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"e_text-102 s_title response-transition\"\u003eThis fast newtonian astrograph captures subtle details in faint nebulae. The carbon fiber build keeps the focus stable as temperatures drop at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"e_text-102 s_title response-transition\"\u003eUsers can adapt the system for deep sky work. It replaces heavier gear like the orion 8 astrograph while maintaining excellent light collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"e_text-102 s_title response-transition\"\u003ePairing this with an askar fra300 gives shooters versatility. You get both wide views and medium focal length reach for smaller celestial targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"e_text-102 s_title response-transition\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Product details\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/b9e0f2e5-67e4-434e-a565-71f1cfdacec7.webp?v=1782417775\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/4953b3da-299d-4624-9ca5-5ddc8009be4b_1024x1024.webp?v=1782417891\" alt=\"Star test results\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/3ce7bb18-cad4-4ee2-8437-3d2838fa4b22_1024x1024.webp?v=1782418073\" alt=\"Equipment layout\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"e_text-102 s_title response-transition\"\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"e_text-102 s_title response-transition\"\u003eThis package includes the OTA, a 230mm dovetail plate, and the 0.95x coma corrector. It arrives ready for mounting on your professional mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"e_text-102 s_title response-transition\"\u003eYou will also find a multifunctional handle and specialized shims. These tools allow for precise back-focus adjustments with your camera sensor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Manuals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/istronomyplus.com\/pages\/askar-sharpstar-warranty\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAskar Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Askar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49896169603301,"sku":"ASK-N160","price":1560.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/E_c0c807a1-5d62-4b57-9756-896335171dc6.png?v=1782420613","url":"https:\/\/istronomyplus.com\/products\/askar-n160-newtonian-astrograph","provider":"Astronomy Plus – Telescopes \u0026 Astrophotography Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}