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Description
The Explore Scientific AR Air-Spaced Doublet Series telescopes are classic air-spaced, crown-and-flint, doublet achromatic f/6.5 refractors with a superior-class optical figure. Whether you choose the AR102 (4"), AR127 (5") or AR152 (6") model, you will be impressed by the stunning images revealed to you at the eyepiece, and all at a small fraction of the price you’d pay for a comparably sized apochromatic refractor, and you'll love the light weight of this instrument at only 11.5 lbs.
Designed to handle the rigors of public star parties and educational outreach, the Explore Scientific AR Series telescopes come with heavy-duty, high quality components, including a 2-inch Two-Speed Crayford Focuser with Compression , a 99% Reflective Dielectric-Coated 2-inch Diagonal Mirror with 1.25-inch Eyepiece Adapter, the Explore Scientific Hybrid Finder Scope Base installed with an 8X50 non-illuminated straight-through finderscope and quick release bracket, and a cradle ring assembly with 45mm wide dovetail plate (Vixen style). Just add a few eyepieces and the alt-azimuth or equatorial mount of your choice and you’ll be ready to discover the Universe!
Interferometic data on your newly purchased and registered Explore achromatic refractor is available upon request after 120 days of ownership. Please contact Customer Service for more information.
Specs
Item Number | DAR102065-02 |
Focal Length | 663mm |
Focal Ratio | f/6.5 |
Limiting Magnitude | 12.5 |
Resolution | 1.14 arcsec |
Tube Length w/ Dew Shield | 25.5"; 698mm |
Diameter | 101mm |
Weight | 11.5 lbs; 5.2 kg |
Dovetail Plate | 45mm Wide (Vixen-Style) |
Warranty
Limited Warranty is one year, which converts to the Explore STAR Transferable Extended Life of the Product Warranty when product is registered within 60 days of purchase. Click Here to register.
CA Residents: Prop 65 WARNING(S)
- We are happy to offer free shipping to all bordering states in the United States
- Shipping typically takes 2-5 business days and is sent directly from the manufacturer
- A tracking number will be provided when the manufacturer ships out the items. Please allow up to 5 business days to be provided with a tracking number
30-Day Return Policy: no postage, no restocking fee, no worries!
Astraeus Optics will cover shipping fees as well as any restocking fee that the manufacturer enforces.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging. Custom made items are not eligible for returns or refunds.
There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted: (if applicable)
- Any item not in its original condition, is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error.
- Any item that is returned more than 30 days after delivery
You can request a refund by Contacting Us.
We will credit you for the total purchase price upon the receipt of your return. Products returned under this policy are eligible for a refund to the original method of payment.
Defective Product Returns
We only replace items if they are defective or damaged. If you need to exchange it for the same item, send us an email at support@astraeusoptics.com
Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 10 business days. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.
If more than 15 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us at support@astraeusoptics.com