Sky-Watcher Evolux 82ED Optical Tube with Case

Discover the Sky-Watcher Evolux 82ED optical tube, designed for astronomy enthusiasts looking for a compact, lightweight, and high-performance instrument. Ideal for wide-field deep sky photography or as a second instrument, this apochromatic refractor offers exceptional image quality thanks to its ED doublet with FPL-53 glass (Schott). Delivered with a hard case, it is easy to transport and protect.

Optical Tube:

• Optical formula: Apochromatic telescope
• Objective: ED doublet with FPL-53 glass (Schott)
• Useful diameter: 82mm
• Focal length: 530mm
• Focal ratio: f/6.46
• Focal ratio with 0.9x reducer (optional): f/5.82 (4.34° field)
• Focuser: 2.4" (61mm) Dual Speed 1:11 rack and pinion
• Length: 420mm retracted / 580mm extended
• Weight (with ring and Vixen style dovetail): 2.92kg

Optical Performance:

• Metallic High-Transmission (MHC) multi-coating for 99.5% light transmission
• Exceptional correction of chromatic aberrations thanks to ED FPL-53 glass
• Ideal for deep sky photography and planetary/solar observation

Design and Accessories:

• Optical tube entirely made of aluminum, no plastic parts
• Blackened and baffled interior to limit stray light
• Retractable dew shield for optimal protection
• Single ring with Vixen type dovetail (45mm long)
• 2 bases for finders, allowing for the installation of a finder and a guiding scope at the same time

Included Accessories:

• 1x Sky-Watcher Evolux 82ED optical tube
• 1x 2.4" Dual Speed 1:11 rack and pinion focuser
• 1x 50.8mm eyepiece adapter with compression ring
• 1x mounting ring
• 1x Vixen type dovetail (45mm long)
• 2x finder bases
• 1x retractable dew shield
• 1x hard case with pre-cut foam