Carbon Tube 12.5 inch f/9 Ritchey-Chrétien...
Shown here on a Paramount ME (not included) at LightBuckets in Rodeo, New Mexico. Also available here in clear anodize and white gloss paint.
- 12.5 inch f/9 Ritchey-Chrétien optics by Star Instruments using near zero Expansion ULE Type substrate certified to at least 1/25th wave RMS.
- Supporting Fringe Analysis and interferometric data supplied with each optical set.
- Enhanced Aluminum (SiO2/TiO2) overcoat - 96.9% reflectivity.
- Low expansion, light weight Carbon Fiber Truss for superior performance and stability.
- 6061 Aluminum components - All CNC Machined.
- Precision Secondary Mirror Focuser.
- 2-Stage Primary mirror baffle with internal knife-edge light stops.
- Conical Secondary light baffle.
- 6061 Aluminum Mounting Rings - CNC Machined.
- Active Cooling.
- RCOS "Focus and Forget" Technology.
- Shipped fully assembled, collimated, and ready to use.
- RCOS Custom CNC Machined "light weight" Losmandy compatible dovetail plates - top and bottom with matching Paramount VersaPlate hole pattern, allows dovetail mounting plate to be bolted to VersaPlate once scope is balanced.
- Losmandy RDF-90 Finder Scope 3-point mounting bracket.
- CNC machined dust cover over primary mirror.
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Base Price |
$21,500 |
| Delivery Status |
45-60 Days Upon Receipt of Optics |
| Focal Length |
2857mm |
| Overall Length/Diameter |
42"/16.0" |
| Total Weight* |
50 pounds |
| System |
12.5" f/9 |
| Primary Focal Length |
37.5" |
| Back Focus |
12" |
| Secondary Amplification |
2.85X |
| Radius of Field Curvature |
14.65" |
| Secondary Size |
4.80" |
| Primary Hole |
3.5" |
*100% ready for imaging as equipped above including rings and dovetail plates.
RCOS Telescope Command Center (TCC-II) Controller - Thermal monitor of primary, secondary and ambient air temperature, includes and controls fans, secondary focus position, secondary dew heater operation, and operation of optional Instrument Rotator. Includes Servo DC motor to electronically operate the secondary focuser.
Price: $2,450 |
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RCOS 70mm Series - Precision Instrument Rotator (PIR-70mm). Controlled by the Telescope Command Center. Large 2.7 inch clear aperture.
Price: $2,450 |
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RCOS 70mm Series - Field Flattener / Corrector. Eliminates field curvature present in all reflective telescopes while eliminating astigmatism and reducing spot size.
Price: $1,750 |
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RCOS 70mm Series - Fixed Instruments Rear Cell Adapter / Spacer Set (FIA-82mm). Also large clear aperture to eliminate vignetting. Fits into 70mm PIR.
Price: $75 each |
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Mini Borg 45 ED, Mini Borg 50 Ach, Borg 77mm ED, Borg 101 ED, or Borg 125 ED Refractors. Can be used for Piggy Back Guide Scope, Finder Scope, or Wide Field Imager.
Price: Call |
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FSQ-106 the "NEW Q" by Takahashi (FSQ-106). Piggy back onto your RC! Superb Wide Field Imaging!
Price: $4,200 (OTA only) |
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Set of Side Mounted Dovetail Plates for accessories such as power supplies, cameras, finders, etc. (2 per set).
Price: Call |
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RCOS Custom Shipping Crate (Crate 12.5RC). Ship your 12.5RC secure and safe anywhere in the world with peace of mind. Custom fit and padded internally to reduce shock.
Price: $425 |
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Custom Shipping Case from Thermodyne. Airline style with handle and wheels make it easy to pack and travel with your 12.5RC. Fits tube or truss.
Price: $975 |
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