{"product_id":"askar-sqa60-refractor-telescope","title":"Askar SQA60 pro SD Petzval Sextuplet Refractor (SQA60P)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAskar SQA60 pro SD Petzval Sextuplet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"a288776d-c996-486a-9533-b050119ccd3e\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"594\"\u003eThe Askar SQA60 Pro is a \u003cstrong\u003eSQA60 refractor telescope\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for premium astrophotography. This \u003cstrong\u003esextuplet\u003c\/strong\u003e Petzval system ensures flat fields for full-frame sensors. It features two SD glass elements for advanced color correction and razor-sharp clarity. As a 60mm f\/4.6 \u003cstrong\u003erefractor\u003c\/strong\u003e, it delivers high performance in a compact frame. Its optics make it a \u003cstrong\u003egood telescope\u003c\/strong\u003e for wide-field imaging and portable deep-sky setups. Every \u003cstrong\u003ePetzal\u003c\/strong\u003e design element is optimized for precision and ease of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/8cc42bcf-276b-40a4-bf03-876c09591455_1024x1024.jpg?v=1779376886\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/21ae88eb-1f4e-4e8c-b99a-5c35a268786e.webp?v=1779376936\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/87c4591f-f24d-4d94-9254-2bcb89309554.jpg?v=1779377198\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/ac0a0c53-3320-4069-9c6c-c3eab6d939be_1024x1024.jpg?v=1779377472\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/9ca317ee-112f-4eda-a15e-dd125041d915.jpg?v=1779377495\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/omo-oss-image.thefastimg.com\/common\/design\/detail\/a35b8584-c092-4305-8b82-3fd47c90fdf1.jpg\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/omo-oss-image.thefastimg.com\/common\/design\/detail\/14a1e875-3c58-4057-864b-b7ca6cf5badf.jpg\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/omo-oss-image.thefastimg.com\/common\/design\/detail\/9cfa162b-84a7-4833-898d-9c5124fdf7c6.jpg\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/omo-oss-image.thefastimg.com\/common\/design\/detail\/0a1cf1b6-12b3-4fdf-813c-3f1a26b7e818.jpg\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/omo-oss-image.thefastimg.com\/common\/design\/detail\/c57b18a5-8ec5-48da-9ce9-6a079cb520fe.jpg\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/omo-oss-image.thefastimg.com\/common\/design\/detail\/a1257f92-2974-40ba-aa0c-ea47a1f15324.jpg\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003eSQA60 refractor telescope Technical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"e_richText-73 s_title clearfix response-transition\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SQA60P \u003cstrong\u003etelescope\u003c\/strong\u003e uses a flat-field optical design. This eliminates the need for external reducers or flatteners. Photographers enjoy wide fields with pinpoint stars. Its mechanics allow for precise focusing and easy camera rotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable align=\"center\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"84.20%\" border=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"responsive-title\" style=\"text-align: center;\" colspan=\"3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAperture size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e60mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocal length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e276mm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocal ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ef\/4.6\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObjective lens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSextuplet petzval APO (includes 2 pieces of SD glass )\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e283mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull frame(44mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOTA weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.79kg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGross weight（including tube ring and dovetail plate）\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3.54kg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRear-end thread type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM48 adapter (with M48×0.75 filter thread)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRear-end connection distance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport 41-66mm range (Recommended connection length is 55mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard package items\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ea SQA60pro OTA, an Oxford cloth case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/omo-oss-image.thefastimg.com\/portal-saas\/pg2024111409483993253\/cms\/image\/04be28da-fffb-420a-a0d7-44a79d493e6b.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/omo-oss-image.thefastimg.com\/common\/design\/detail\/a1257f92-2974-40ba-aa0c-ea47a1f15324.jpg\" width=\"501\" height=\"191\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/omo-oss-image.thefastimg.com\/common\/design\/detail\/03a9bc0f-07fb-49e3-be12-d880a47961f4.jpg\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Askar SQA60 Pro provides a 44mm image circle. It is ideal for modern full-frame CMOS cameras. The SD optics minimize chromatic aberration. This ensures true color reproduction in every frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/omo-oss-image.thefastimg.com\/common\/design\/detail\/a75cf60a-176f-4c21-a4ae-6176f4f46816.jpg\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour new optical system comes with essential mounting hardware. It includes a protective Oxford cloth case for travel. The OTA features a sturdy handle and dovetail plate. Each unit is inspected for high-quality performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/omo-oss-image.thefastimg.com\/common\/design\/detail\/0a1cf1b6-12b3-4fdf-813c-3f1a26b7e818.jpg\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/omo-oss-image.thefastimg.com\/common\/design\/detail\/4c988e85-3b2a-46c8-8e6a-ffe0544e925f.jpg\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003eConnection Diagram \u0026amp; other information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSetting up your gear is simple and fast. The M48 adapter supports various backfocus distances. Standard connections range from 41mm to 66mm for versatility. Most users find 55mm provides the best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/omo-oss-image.thefastimg.com\/portal-saas\/pg2024111409483993253\/cms\/image\/4b9fac09-4531-4067-b662-0fdfbea13781.jpg\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"responsive-title\" style=\"text-align: center;\" colspan=\"3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe  Locking Screw Position Diagram\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"image\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/omo-oss-image.thefastimg.com\/portal-saas\/pg2024111409483993253\/cms\/image\/3e96c7b0-e46e-485f-ae92-5b641f56933c.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"responsive-title\" style=\"text-align: center;\" colspan=\"3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectronic Focuser Assembly Diagram\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"image\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/omo-oss-image.thefastimg.com\/portal-saas\/pg2024111409483993253\/cms\/image\/60cad934-ee8e-493f-a868-625b08817a4c.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eManuals \u0026amp; Warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Askar Warranty\" href=\"https:\/\/istronomyplus.com\/pages\/askar-sharpstar-warranty?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=askar+warr\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAskar Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/omo-oss-image.thefastimg.com\/portal-saas\/pg2024111409483993253\/cms\/image\/4b9fac09-4531-4067-b662-0fdfbea13781.jpg\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"responsive-title\" style=\"text-align: center;\" colspan=\"3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe  Locking Screw Position Diagram\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"image\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/omo-oss-image.thefastimg.com\/portal-saas\/pg2024111409483993253\/cms\/image\/3e96c7b0-e46e-485f-ae92-5b641f56933c.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"responsive-title\" style=\"text-align: center;\" colspan=\"3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectronic Focuser Assembly Diagram\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"image\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/omo-oss-image.thefastimg.com\/portal-saas\/pg2024111409483993253\/cms\/image\/60cad934-ee8e-493f-a868-625b08817a4c.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e","brand":"Askar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49109178319077,"sku":"ASK-SQA60P","price":1790.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/SQA60PRO_ASKAR_ASTRONOMY_PLUS.webp?v=1779415843","url":"https:\/\/istronomyplus.com\/products\/askar-sqa60-refractor-telescope","provider":"Astronomy Plus – Telescopes \u0026 Astrophotography Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}