The Altair Flat-Field 130mm F5.0 ED Quad APO Astrograph sets a new standard in image quality and colour correction. A separate reducer or field flattener is not required.

Full frame imaging. Designed for astrophotography with Full Frame 24x36mm cameras and slightly larger (check the spot diagram). This includes cameras such as FX DSLRs, Mirrorless and TEC cooled CMOS cameras. At a fast focal ratio of F5.0 and a 650mm focal length, there is nothing on the market with this performance at present.

Fast yet filter-friendly. The fast F5.0 focal ratio allows the use of ultra narrowband filters with maximum contrast and even on-band field behaviour, even in the most heavily light polluted environments.

Dual ED optics for perfect apochromatic colour correction. The optical design features two ED (Extra Dispersion) elements, and will outperform any dedicated camera lens, even those costing several times the price. It performs especially well on bright hot white stars.

Product features and specification: 

• Features 4 Internal lens elements, two of which are ED glass for images completely free of colour-aberration and apochromatic levels of performance.
• Full Frame coverage 24x36mm coverage, compatible with Hypercam 24CFX, 61CFX, 61MFX cameras, and of course IMX571 cameras like the Altair Hypercam 26C and 26M, ZWO 2600 series cameras, etc.
• Improved dual-speed rack and pinion focuser with new bearings for accuracy and minimal flex for astro imaging. Fully compatible with Altair AAF Motor Focuser module, Pegasus Focuscube, and other EAFs. Just remove the coarse focuser knob and connect your motor drive to the spindle. General instructions for focuser installation here (opens new window).
• The optimum camera sensor distance from the rear M48 thread is 55mm with full frame cameras. APS-C sensor cameras have approx. 10-15mm tolerance.
• The focuser has a choice of 3 male thread adaptors. Focus is achieved when the focuser is extended by the following amounts:360° Field rotator for quick and easy framing.
• 360° Field rotator for quick and easy framing.

• A set of 4x rear collimation screws allow easier tilt-adjustment of the imaging-train, which can be done in real-time assisted by astro imaging software. So you can add cameras, filter wheels and OAGs with confidence.
• Compact for travel:
  68cm 26 3/4" Length Dew shield and focuser retracted.
  80cm 31.5" Length Dew shield extended, focuser retracted.
  85cm 33.5" Length Dew shield and focuser at maximum extension.
• Included 330mm (13") length 3" Losmandy-format dovetail bar and top-handle with dual Vixen/Arca style dovetail profiles, enabling top mounting of a guidescope or smaller scope  using the Altair TMS Quick Release Mini Vixen Arca compatible dovetail clamp (Product code: AAVIXCLAMP-BLUE).
• Weight 11kg including top mounting rail/handle, tube rings, and vixen-style dovetail bar.
• Altair Astro's world famous QC for complete quality assurance. Every optic is set up, spaced and collimated individually and tested before sending to the customer. This usually takes 1-2 working days for final checks and set up before shipping.
• 2 Year return to base warranty covering manufacturing defects within reasonable use.
• Please Note: Altair solar filters or Energy Rejection Filters (ERF) MUST be used for white light or Hydrogen Alpha solar imaging. Please contacts us for the correct ERF mounting cell to use with this scope.