Refractors

Achromatic and APO refractor telescopes

Apochromatic refractors for astrophotography and observation

APM Telescopes offers here apochromatic refractor telescopes with especially high contrast imaging. These apos convince by a special optical quality and a reasonable price.

You will find here, besides our own brand, all important manufacturers of APO telescopes, like TS-Optics, Altair, LZOS, Explore Scientific, Skywatcher and many more.

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A compact and lightweight but powerful apochromat for visual and astrophotography using.
13995.00 €
Estimated delivery time : on request (valid for new orders)
 
 
LZOS 152 mm Apo with high Quality Matthias Wirth Aluminium Tube.
13500.00 €
Estimated delivery time : on request (valid for new orders)
 
 
The 152 mm APM - LZOS 3-lenser SuperED in the new inexpensive special package with 3.7" APM Focuser.
12990.00 €
Estimated delivery time : on request (valid for new orders)
 
 
The William Optics Ultra-Cat 131 · 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is an instrument for those who not only want to observe, but also want to hold history in their hands. This anniversary model combines the technical maturity of three decades of William Optics development with an aesthetic that will make collectors' hearts beat faster. The matching ZWO AM7 Parallactic Harmonic Drive GoTo mount with pier is also available.
13590.00 € 12910.50 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 weeks (valid for new orders)
 
 
The instrument is the entry into the world of really big APO refractors.

Characteristics:

  • High quality FCD100 Apo lens design
  • Excellent chromatic and field correction
  • Modern broadband multicoatings
  • Optimized f/ratio for visual and especially photographic use
  • Massive and optimized OTA
  • Very reliable 4.2inch R&P focuser with 1:10 gear
  • Excellent price-performance ratio
13181.00 € 12521.95 €
Estimated delivery time : 2-5 months (as from Availability) (valid for new orders)
 
 
The instrument is the entry into the world of really big APO refractors.

Characteristics:

  • High quality FCD100 Apo lens design
  • Excellent chromatic and field correction
  • Modern broadband multicoatings
  • Optimized f/ratio for visual and especially photographic use
  • Massive and optimized OTA
  • Very reliable 4.2inch R&P focuser with 1:10 gear
  • Perfect matched 0.8 reducer / flattener for system f/ratio of 5.6
  • Excellent price-performance ratio
13181.00 € 12521.95 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 days (as from Availability) (valid for new orders)
 
 

The Askar 203APO is one of the largest apochromatic refractors from series production - a powerful refractor for your observatory

  • Aperture 203 mm - focal length 1421 mm - focal ratio f/7
  • Air-spaced triplet APO objective with one ED element
  • Stable 3.5" RAP focuser with speed reduction and 100 mm travel
  • Working distance suitable for photo correctors and 2? accessories for observation
  • Suitable for EAF motorized focus
  • Two finder shoes - 1x for finder - 1x for mini guide scope
9455.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 days (valid for new orders)
 
 
High-End APO refractor with image free from chromatic aberration and best mechanics for demanding observation and astrophotography.
8479.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 weeks (valid for new orders)
 
 
A compact and lightweight but powerful apochromat for visual and astrophotography using.
8195.00 €
Estimated delivery time : on request (valid for new orders)
 
 
The APO refractor Fluorostar has a three-lens air-gap objective using the ED special glass FPL-53 from Ohara, Japan, and glass made of lanthanum.

Characteristics:

  • 3 lens air spaced FPL-53 / lanthanum design
  • Aperture156mm, focal lenght 1217mm, f/7.8
  • Optimized OTA
  • Attachable WO flatteners / correctors
  • 3.7" R&P focuser
  • Field illumination even for full frame sensors
8449.00 € 8026.55 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 weeks (valid for new orders)
 
 
The 130 mm APM - LZOS 3-lenser SuperED in the new inexpensive special package with 3.7" APM Focuser.
6990.00 €
Estimated delivery time : on request (valid for new orders)
 
 
The William Optics Ultra-Cat 131 · 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is an instrument for those who not only want to observe, but also want to hold history in their hands. This anniversary model combines the technical maturity of three decades of William Optics development with an aesthetic that will make collectors' hearts beat faster. The combination of a five-element Petzval design, Super ED glass and precise mechanical workmanship makes it one of the most powerful compact astrographs in its class
6608.00 € 6277.60 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 weeks (valid for new orders)
 
 

Apochromatic refractor AP 130/780 LZOS 3.7-ZTA OTA 

  • Our LZOS Super ED 3-lens models come with a test report, meaning that each lens is individually measured using a Twymann interferometer and recorded with the serial number of the lens.
  • Maximum Strehl ratio (as with the Zeiss APQ) is guaranteed to be 95% or better.
  • Residual chromatic aberration optimized to a minimum.
  • Temperature-compensating mount.
6095.00 €
Estimated delivery time : (valid for new orders)
 
 

The Askar 185APO is an apo refractor with 185 mm aperture, 1295 mm focal length and a focal ratio of 1:7 with many practical features.

  • Aperture 185 mm - Focal length 1295 mm - Focal ratio f/7
  • Triplet objective with one ED element
  • Stable 3,5" RAP focuser with micro reduction, 360° rotation connection and 100 mm adjustment travel
  • Sufficient working distance for observation with 2" accessories and for photography
  • Flattener and two reducers available (0.8x)
  • CNC clamps with dovetail bar (Losmandy) and carrying handle
  • Two finder shoes
5999.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 days (valid for new orders)
 
 
This three-lens apochromat with FPL-53 element and STM coating delivers color-pure, crisp images! Stars are pin sharp points, bright objects like moon and planets show no color fringes, but a lot of details!

Characteristics:

  • 3 lens Apochromat with FPL-53 element
  • Aperture132mm, focal lenght 910mm, f/6.9
  • Optimized OTA
  • Attachable WO flatteners / correctors
  • 3.3" R&P focuser
  • Field illumination even for full frame sensors
5490.00 € 5215.50 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 weeks (valid for new orders)
 
 
This long focal ratio flatfield apochromat support 60 mm image circle and does not need calculations for backfocus. If the image is sharp, the field is flat.

  • 151 mm aperture, 1057 mm focal length, f/7
  • Self flattening design with two ED elements
  • 3.4" dual speed focuser
  • 2" and 1.25" receptacles, M86 thread
  • Retractable dew shield
  • Losmandy style dovetail bar
  • Handle
  • Vixen type finder base
4990.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 weeks (valid for new orders)
 
 
The largest apo from Teleskop-Service is the inexpensive entry into the world of really big refractors. Such a telescope offers joy for a lifetime and is an attraction in every observatory.
4958.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 days (valid for new orders)
 
 
For better quality photos: The large 140mm triplet with two ED lenses
5290.00 € 4761.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 days (valid for new orders)
 
 

The Askar 160APO is an apo refractor with 160 mm aperture, 1120 mm focal length and a focal ratio of f/7 with many practical features.

  • Aperture 160 mm - focal length 1120 mm - focal ratio f/7
  • Air-spaced triplet objective with one ED element
  • Stable 3.5" dual-speed RAP focuser with 360° rotator and 100 mm drawtube travel
  • Sufficient working distance for observation with 2" accessories and for photography
  • CNC tube rings with dovetail bar (Losmandy) and carrying handle
  • Two finder shoes
4690.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 days (valid for new orders)
 
 
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.
4890.00 € 4645.50 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 weeks (valid for new orders)
 
 
Discover the universe in breathtaking clarity with the William Optics Fluorostar 120 Telescope!

Key data:
  • High quality 3 lens optics with FPL53 lenses
  • CNC tube
  • Massive 3.3" R&P focuser with 1:10 reduction ratio
  • Focal length 780mm
  • Aperture 120mm
  • Focal ratio f/6.5
  • APS-C and Fullframe Format

  
4790.00 € 4550.50 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 weeks (valid for new orders)
 
 

The 140 mm f/6.5 triplet apochromat convinces with a pure color image and a powerful 4" RAP focuser.

  • Aperture 140 mm
  • Focal length 910 mm
  • Fast focal ratio f/6.5
  • Air-spaced triplet objective - 2 ED elements provide an image free from chromatic aberration
  • Solid 4" rack and pinion focuser with dual speed - ideal for astrophotography
  • Intermediate threads for screwed adaptations, e.g. M68x1 female thread
  • Retractable dew shield
  • CNC tube rings, carrying handle and dovetail bar are included in the scope of delivery
  • Carbon tube for easier transport and high stability
  • Delivery in transport case
  • Every apochromat is tested by the manufacturer and Teleskop-Service before shipment
  • Each apo receives a serial number and is delivered with a photographical test certificate
4499.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 days (valid for new orders)
 
 

Fast 70mm high-performance astrograph F5.5 for demanding astrophotographers and observers with 5 lens elements in 5 groups

  • Very fast 70mm high-performance astrograph for demanding astrophotographers
  • Due to the large lenses there is almost no vignetting
  • Complex construction with 5 lens elements in 5 groups for absolute correction
  • Needle-thin stars up to the edge of the image field even with 44 x 33 mm camera format
  • Large, stable eyepiece extension, also suitable for heavy cameras
  • Extremely high sharpness, colour purity and contrast thanks to SD lenses
  • Very large field illumination up to 55mm
  • High Strehl intensity of 96.7% at visible wavelengths
  • Optional reducer available for even faster results
  • Optional motor focuser with two speeds can be retrofitted
4998.00 € 4498.20 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days (valid for new orders)
 
 
Omegon 121mm/678mm Quintuplet Apochromat, flat field and 4" focuser
4990.00 € 4491.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days (valid for new orders)