{"product_id":"tec-apo200fl-triplet-apo-f-8-apo200fl","title":"TEC APO200FL APO f\/11 (APO200FL)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTEC APO200FL Triplet APO f\/8\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woocommerce-product-details__short-description\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe newly released update to the classic APO200FL will feature key design changes to optimize color correction and will be known as a “super” planetary telescope.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt will use an air-spaced doublet design and longer focal ratio to delve deeper into the skies. Yuri says, “it is about bring back the beauty of long refractors to your backyards, public clubs, school observatories, etc.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur dedicated Planetary Refractor, the APO200FL F\/11 will open the night sky to those willing to observe. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe APO200FL F\/11 features an air-spaced apochromatic-doublet objective with a Fluorite (CaF2) inner element that will come to temperature more quickly than the previous APO200FL F\/8 version. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe objective is housed in an aluminum cell, providing for excellent thermoregulation properties while remaining lightweight and strong.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe optical assembly sits in a lightweight aluminum tube that utilizes anti-reflective coating and sharp-edged baffles throughout the interior and forget about collimation – after the scope leaves TEC, no adjustment is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFurther, the crisp all white assembly projects the elegant, handcrafted quality that TEC is known for. Expect deep contrast and rich, natural color out of this compact and timeless design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach APO200FL F\/11 comes equipped with a Starlight Instruments FTF#3545 Feather Touch Focuser that was designed in collaboration with TEC. This is Starlight Instruments’ largest rotating focuser with coarse and fine focusing 9:1 Planetary Reduction Assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 2” locking metal collet is insensitive to temperature fluctuations and holds loads with high precision and concentricity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes precision adjustable Tube Rings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAble to accommodate a wide variety of eyepieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended to be paired with a high capacity load mount and a stationary observation station.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTEC recommends the 10Micron GM2000 HPS, 10 Micron GM3000 HPS, and the Astro-Physics 1600GTO Mounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn classic refractor fashion, the TEC APO200FL F\/11 is a no compromise, no frills design that lets the wonders of nature speak for themselves. Please know that \u003cstrong\u003eALL PRICES AND AVAILABILITY ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE\u003c\/strong\u003e; the price initially quoted for a telescope purchase may not be reflected in the final invoice. Wait times may also be longer than initially quoted. Rest assured that we are working diligently to complete and ship every telescope on order.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12” Dovetail Plate and Carry Handle facilitate easy transportation and fit seamlessly with most mounts. The larger size fits effortlessly with our larger models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocal Reducer Corrector converts the F\/8 Ratio to F\/7.2 with a 115mm back focus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10×60 Baader Vario Finderscope with a TEC Finder Bracket and Base for Telescope mounting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7×50 Vixen Finderscope with a TEC Finder Bracket and Base for Telescope mounting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGutekunst Compact Atmospheric Dispersion Corrector (ADC) with the ADC Adapter Set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"box-sizing: border-box; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0px; color: #666666; font-family: Lato, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; 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padding: 10px; width: 269.529px; height: 24px;\"\u003e2200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; height: 24px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; height: 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"box-sizing: border-box; padding: 10px; width: 269.529px; height: 24px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; padding: 10px; width: 269.529px; height: 24px;\"\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"box-sizing: border-box; padding: 10px; width: 269.529px; height: 24px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; padding: 10px; width: 269.529px; height: 24px;\"\u003e11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; height: 24px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; height: 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"box-sizing: border-box; padding: 10px; width: 269.529px; height: 24px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; padding: 10px; width: 269.529px; height: 24px;\"\u003eBack Focus Distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"box-sizing: border-box; padding: 10px; width: 269.529px; height: 24px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; padding: 10px; width: 269.529px; height: 24px;\"\u003e260mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"box-sizing: border-box; padding: 10px; width: 269.529px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; padding: 10px; width: 269.529px;\"\u003eRear wheel (handle) OD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"box-sizing: border-box; padding: 10px; width: 269.529px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; padding: 10px; width: 269.529px;\"\u003e270mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; height: 24px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; 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