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Sharpstar Optics, founded in 2000, is specialized in research,
development and production in the field of astronomy. Sharpstar and
Askar are the two of the company' s brands dedicated to providing
customers with high-quality products and services. In addition to a
series of high-quality astronomical telescopes widely praised by the
market, it also has a strong OEM background for more than 10 years.
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.
130 mm aperture, 1000 mm focal length, f/7.7
Petzval like, self flattening design with two ED elements
3.4" dual speed focuser
2" and 1.25" receptacles, M68, M54 and M48 threads
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.
With the FMA230, Askar has created a powerful triplet APO refractor with unique visual and photographic application possibilities
In just a few steps, the APO telephoto lens becomes a compact astronomical telescope, a guiding tube or a powerful spotting scope for landscape observation.
Aperture 50 mm
Triplet ED lens with two APO elements for a color-pure image
Photographic focal length 230 mm (with 4-element corrector) - focal ratio f/4.6
Focal length for observation 275 mm
The photographic field of view is designed up to full format
Precise helical focuser on the lens for accurate focusing - with lock
Weight 1045 grams
Practical M48 mount with 55 mm working distance (as telephoto lens)
Suitable for 1.25" and 2" accessories for visual observation
Vixen / EQ5 style multifunction plate
Very well suited for mobile astrophotography with photo trackers like the Skywatcher Adventurer
Also suitable as a powerful guiding telescope
With a few simple steps the FMA230 becomes a compact spotting scope for observing with 1.25" or 2" accessories
The MCP90 is a universal plate for all potential devices equipped with a standard Vixen dovetail foot and designed for the Askar FRA400/5.6 astrograph.
100 mm length for more flexibility
Clamps safely with two screws
Versatile with six positions for the clamping screws
Five threaded holes and two countersunk bores for attaching to handle or tube rings