The new 150mm ED-APO Binoculars are one of the most powerful binoculars in the world!

Two full 150mm (6 inch) apertures promise a lot of light for your eyes! This modern optic resolves detail to a very high level, the low dispersion FK-61 glass reduces the possible residual chromatic aberrations to a minimum. Each pair of binoculars are subject to bench alignment to a minimum 100x magnification. Before shipping to a customer we visually test each pair and supply them with a QC report. This is an important factor to consider when choosing binoculars capable of higher magnifications. Factory alignment can be very approximate and inconsistant. APM and ourselves have learnt this! In addition to the standard 2 year warranty we also offer an additional 3 year mechanical warranty in the UK once the purchase is registered on the apm-telescopes.co.uk website.

Supplied with the binoculars is a sturdy ABS cas and a pair of excellent 30mm 74° (28x magnification) eyepieces so you can start observing immediately. Other features of the 150mm APO Binoculars include integrated sliding dew shields with front cover plate, carrying handle with sighting device and a tripod adapter with combined 1/4" and 3/8" threads. The mounting plate is also formed to the same pattern as the Losmandy dovetail allowing the binocular to be mounted directly on to Losmandy format clamps. The binoculars are magnisium bodied so that despite their large physical size, they are not excessively heavy at 19.2kg (with eyepieces)

The eyepiece clamps are 2" and self-centering mounted to independent helical focusers with an interpupillary adjuster (61-75mm range) to ensure the eyepieces are spaced correctly for your particualr eyes. Included are additional 1.25" clamps to allow use with the standard 1.25" size binocular eyepieces

As an optional extra, a metal bodied red dot finder is available which is designed to fit on the carrying handle.

The new 150mm ED-APO Binoculars are one of the most powerful binoculars in the world!

Two full 150mm (6 inch) apertures promise a lot of light for your eyes! The modern optics have outstanding correction and resolution. The use of high-quality extra low dispersion glass (Hoya FCD100) reduces possible residual color errors to an absolute minimum when combined with carefully matched oversize prisms. A very precise adjustment also allows high magnification factors. These binoculars are of course waterproof, weatherproof and therefore ideal for outdoor use. Before shipping to a customer we visually test each pair and supply them with a QC report. This is an important factor to consider when choosing binoculars capable of higher magnifications. Factory alignment can be very approximate and inconsistant. APM and ourselves have learnt this! In addition to the standard 2 year warranty we also offer an additional 3 year mechanical warranty in the UK once the purchase is registered on the apm-telescopes.co.uk website.

Supplied with the binoculars is a sturdy ABS cas and a pair of excellent 30mm 74° (28x magnification) eyepieces so you can start observing immediately. Other features of the 150mm APO Binoculars include integrated sliding dew shields with front cover plate, carrying handle with sighting device and a tripod adapter with combined 1/4" and 3/8" threads. The mounting plate is also formed to the same pattern as the Losmandy dovetail allowing the binocular to be mounted directly on to Losmandy format clamps. The binoculars are magnisium bodied so that despite their large physical size, they are not excessively heavy at 19.2kg (with eyepieces)

The eyepiece clamps are 2" and self-centering mounted to independent helical focusers with an interpupillary adjuster (63-79mm range) to ensure the eyepieces are spaced correctly for your particualr eyes. Included are additional 1.25" clamps to allow use with the standard 1.25" size binocular eyepieces

As an optional extra, a metal bodied red dot finder is available which is designed to fit on the carrying handle.

NEW! - Now taking Pre Orders. Available for shipping from November

The APM 100 Semi-APO is a development of the popular APM developed 100 ED APO Binoculars. It retains the same mechanical design but instead of the 100 APO's ED glass based lens cells, it uses a more conventional Achromat lens cell which helps to reduce the costs significantly. Compared to other giant binoculars the APM 100 Semi-APO's benefit from APM's development and have impressive colour correction for an Achromat.

This variant offers a 90° prism making it suitable for both terestrial and astronomy applications.

As standard the binoculars accept 1.25" eyepieces via twin self-centering eyepiece clamps mounted to independent helical focusers. The Binoculars are supplied with a pair of 18mm 65° SWA eyepieces as standard. When used with a premium eyepiece like Tele Vue’s Panoptic 24mm, the maximum performance of the design can be fully realised.

The 100 Semi-APO Binocular has also been made practical. They are magnesium bodied for lightweight with extendable dew shields. Finally the useful carrying handle incorporates a mounting point for a finder bracket. A premium quality metal bodied red dot finder is also available for use with the binoculars as an optional extra. The binoculars feature a 3/8" mounting for which a 1/4” adapter is also supplied. An integrated handle make for a compact easy to transport observing system.

Before shipping each APO Binocular is optical bench aligned to 100x magnification. Before shipping we individually test each pair and supply them with a QC report.

This binocular, while a development of the high performance APM 100 ED-APO is not unique to APM and may be seen with other brand names. However only APM optical bench align each pair to 100x magnification to ensure they perform at their very best. This is an important factor to consider when choosing binoculars capable of higher magnifications. Factory alignment can be very approximate and inconsistant. APM and ourselves have learnt this! Therefore we hand align each pair of binoculars to ensure that our customers get the most out of their purchase. In addition to the standard 2 year warranty we also offer an additional 3 year mechanical warranty in the UK once the purchase is registered on the apm-telescopes.co.uk website.

NEW! - Now taking Pre Orders. Available for shipping from November

The APM 100 Semi-APO is a development of the popular APM developed 100 ED APO Binoculars. It retains the same mechanical design but instead of the 100 APO's ED glass based lens cells, it uses a more conventional Achromat lens cell which helps to reduce the costs significantly. Compared to other giant binoculars the APM 100 Semi-APO's benefit from APM's development and have impressive colour correction for an Achromat.

This variant offers a 45° prism making it suitable for both terestrial and astronomy applications.

As standard the binoculars accept 1.25" eyepieces via twin self-centering eyepiece clamps mounted to independent helical focusers. The Binoculars are supplied with a pair of 18mm 65° SWA eyepieces as standard. When used with a premium eyepiece like Tele Vue’s Panoptic 24mm, the maximum performance of the design can be fully realised.

The 100 Semi-APO Binocular has also been made practical. They are magnesium bodied for lightweight with extendable dew shields. Finally the useful carrying handle incorporates a mounting point for a finder bracket. A premium quality metal bodied red dot finder is also available for use with the binoculars as an optional extra. The binoculars feature a 3/8" mounting for which a 1/4” adapter is also supplied. An integrated handle make for a compact easy to transport observing system.

Before shipping each APO Binocular is optical bench aligned to 100x magnification. Before shipping we individually test each pair and supply them with a QC report.

This binocular, while a development of the high performance APM 100 ED-APO is not unique to APM and may be seen with other brand names. However only APM optical bench align each pair to 100x magnification to ensure they perform at their very best. This is an important factor to consider when choosing binoculars capable of higher magnifications. Factory alignment can be very approximate and inconsistant. APM and ourselves have learnt this! Therefore we hand align each pair of binoculars to ensure that our customers get the most out of their purchase. In addition to the standard 2 year warranty we also offer an additional 3 year mechanical warranty in the UK once the purchase is registered on the apm-telescopes.co.uk website.

The APM 140-980 Doublet is a mold breaker with high quality FPL-53 based optics.

APM have painstakingly engineered an optical and tube solution to bring you APM quality at an unheard of price. The new 140-980ED features an APM designed Doublet lens cell using an FPL-53 element to maximize performance. The innovative combination of materials and design has resulted in optical performance far beyond the normal for a telescope of this price. As with all APM telescopes consistency is assured and each telescope goes through an interferometrical test at the 532nm (green) wavelength before shipping. With 980mm focal length, the 140-980ED is an impressive all-rounder.

Equally suited to both viaual observing and imaging, this new scope will introduce a whole new group of Astronomy enthusiasts to APM quality.

Focuser options are either the standard 2.5"  or high capacity 3.7" Rack and Pinion types, with 1:10 focusing. Both remain rigid under high loads and are ideal for imaging. Optional field flatteners are available. There is also a dedicated Massimo Riccardi designed APM Reducer. This changes the focal length by a factor of x0.75, resulting in a 735mm focal length and fast f5.25 aperture. Of course, if you would like to use a Starlight Instruments Feather Touch (model FTF3035B-A) then this can also be supplied as an option.

With the new APM 140-980ED we believe we are offering an Apochromatic Refractor of incomparable performance and value in its category.

Overview

Doublet Super ED Apochromatic Refractor

FPL-53 Super ED Element, Fully Multi-Coated

Aluminium Tube with CNC Tube Rings

2.5" APM Focuser (3.7" APM and Starlight 3" available as an additional cost option)

Retractable and Lockable Dew-Shield

2” and 1 ¼” Eyepiece Adapters

Finder Shoe Bracket

GP Dovetail

Specifications

Length 860mm (1060mm Observing)

Dew Shield Diameter 186mm

Tube Weight 19.38Ibs / 8.8kg inc Tube Rings

Aperture 140mm

Focal Length 980mm

Focal Ratio F7

Resolution 0.83” Arc Seconds

Limit Value 12.5 Magnitude

Max Magnification 280x

For the Astronomy Now review, click here 152ED_AN.pdf

The APM 152-1200 Doublet is a mould breaker in the 6” Refractor category. APM have painstakingly engineered an optical and tube solution to bring you APM quality at an unheard of price. The new 152-1200ED features a Doublet lens cell using FPL-51 ED glass complimented by a Lanthanum coated element to maximise performance. Our innovative combination of materials and design has resulted in optical performance far beyond the normal for a telescope of this price. As with all APM telescopes consistency is assured and each telescope goes through an interferometrical test at the 532nm (green) wavelength before shipping.

With a generous 1200mm focal length, the 152-1200ED is an impressive all rounder. From intricate double star observing to high contrast detailed planetary views, this new scope will introduce a whole new group of Astronomy enthusiasts to APM quality. A classic scope in the making? We think so.

The new 152-1200ED is also supplied with extensive accessories. Inside the quality Aluminium transport case you will find not only a fantastic value telescope but also a newly designed 2.5” focuser, CNC tube rings incorporating a carrying handle, 330mm Losmondy style dovetail and finder bracket. All you need to do is add an eyepiece, diagonal and mount.

In terms of mount requirements you will be pleasantly surprised to find you won’t need to invest in a mount with the high load capacity normally required for a refractor of this size. The tube weight of our new refractor is only 7.5kg! That’s nearly half the weight of our LZOS Triplet 152-1200.

Traditional APM quality has been applied in all areas. The scope is available with either a 2.5” or 3.7" focuser of Rack and Pinion type, with 1:10 fine focusing. They both remains rigid under high loads making them suitable for imaging. Obviously the 3.7" is capable of dealing with higher loads and also features a separate rotator that does not move the whole focuser. The attention to detail extends to areas like the 2” and 1.25” eyepiece adapters. These use the new 'Fastlock' clamp, far superior to the common brass compression rings found on lesser designs. Of course, if you would like to use a Starlight Instruments Feather Touch (model FTF3035B-A) then this can also be supplied as an option.

Imaging accessories for the 152-1200 include basic and APM field flatteners which maintains focal length. There is also a dedicated Massimo Riccardi designed APM Reducer. This changes focal length by a factor of x0.75, resulting in a 900mm focal length and fast f5.9 aperture.

With the new 152-1200ED we believe APM have created an Apochromatic Refractor of incomparable performance and value in its category.

Overview

Doublet ED Apochromatic Refractor

FK-51 ED + Lanthanum H-LAF53 Elements

Fully Broadband Multicoated

Lightweight Aluminium Tube

APM 2.5" Focuser

Retractable Dew-Shield

CNC Tube Rings with Losmondy Style Dovetail

2” and 1 ¼” Eyepiece Adapters

Aluminium Case

Specifications

Length  1075mm (1210mm Observing)

Max Diameter  186mm

Tube Weight  16.5Ibs / 7.5kg

Aperture  152mm

Focal Length  1200mm

Focal Ratio  f7.9

Back Focus  180mm

Resolution  0.76” Arc Seconds

Limit Value  12.7 Magnitude

Max Mag  300x

The 100/800 features TMB designed optics manufactured by the famous LZOS optical company. LZOS is a world renowned optical company and has supplied glass and optics for major astronomical observatories and optical companies such as Carl Zeiss. The optical performance of this refractor is as near to perfect as its possible to be. Each scope is supplied with an optical test report gauranteeing performance of at least 95% Strehl. Natuarlly each scope is collimated and tested before supply ensuring you get the very best performance.

Given the cost of such a Refractor you may think a Reflector would be a more sensible choice. However only with a Refractor such as this will you experience the overall image quality and contrast range that an Apochromatic Refractor can provide. You will experience truly stunning views and images and be amazed that this scope only has a 4" objective.

For imaging use, we offer compatible flatteners or reducers and motor focus kits from Lunatico and Optec. Please contact us for more details

Description

Optical tube c/w LZOS Test Report

2.5" Rack and Pinion, 360 Degree Rotating Focuser

CNC Tube rings with handle

Vixen / GP format Mounting Plate

Flight Case

This is a rare high strehl version with minimum strehl of 0.98. This level of performance is exceptionally high and represents an almost perfect optic.

The 100/800 features TMB designed optics manufactured by the famous LZOS optical company. LZOS is a world renowned optical company and has supplied glass and optics for major astronomical observatories and optical companies such as Carl Zeiss. The optical performance of this refractor is as near to perfect as its possible to be. Each scope is supplied with an optical test report gauranteeing performance of at least 98% Strehl. Naturally each scope is collimated and tested before supply ensuring you get the very best performance.

Given the cost of such a Refractor you may think a Reflector would be a more sensible choice. However only with a Refractor such as this will you experience the overall image quality and contrast range that an Apochromatic Refractor can provide. You will experience truly stunning views and images and be amazed that this scope only has a 4" objective.

For imaging use, we offer compatible flatteners or reducers and motor focus kits from Lunatico and Optec. Please contact us for more details

Description

Optical tube c/w LZOS Test Report

2.5" Rack and Pinion, 360 Degree Rotating Focuser

CNC Tube rings with handle

Vixen / GP format Mounting Plate

Flight Case

The 115/805 features TMB designed optics manufactured by the famous LZOS optical company. LZOS is a world renowned optical company and has supplied glass and optics for major astronomical observatories and optical companies such as Carl Zeiss. The optical performance of this refractor is as near to perfect as its possible to be. Each scope is supplied with an optical test report gauranteeing performance of at least 95% Strehl. Natuarlly each scope is collimated and tested before supply ensuring you get the very best performance.

The 115 manages to offer an excellent compromise for both observers and imagers. For observers it provides good resolving power and light gathering with a native focal length that allows for a wide choice of comfortable eyepieces. In this regard we highly recommend the range of APM 100 Degree XWA Eyepieces. For Planetary observing at high magnifications the normal limit of 230x magnification can easily be exceeded as the outstanding LZOS optics will remain aberration and false colur free.

For imaging use, we offer compatible flatteners or reducers and motor focus kits from Lunatico and Optec. Please contact us for more details. When used with the APM Model 1 Flattener, sensors up to 60mm diagonal can be accomodated. If combined with the APM Riccardi Reducers the scope becomes a 525mm F5.25 wide field imager.

Description

Optical tube c/w LZOS Test Report

2.5" Rack and Pinion, 360 Degree Rotating Focuser

CNC Tube rings with handle

Vixen / GP format Mounting Plate

Flight Case

The APM 152/1200 is a benchmark observing and imaging telescope. It has an F8 focal ratio, and has long been considered the ultimate performer in the 6" class. The lens cell is an original Thomas M Back design and offers extremely sharp and high contrast views of the sky. As with all LZOS optics, the lens is guaranteed to be a minimum 95% Strehl. When used for imaging where the lens is refocused for different wavelengths, you can expect this level of perfornace at each wavelength. This telescope is offered with a special build aluminium tube which is internally baffled and supplied with a 3.7" Rack and Pinion focuser. Imaging accessories for the 152/1200 include the optimised APM Model 1 Flattener and Massimo Riccardi designed APM Reducer. The latter changes focal length by a factor of x0.75, resulting in a 900mm focal length and fast F5.9 focal ratio.

This special build of the 152/1200 is supplied as standard with an aluminium alloy tube including rings, handle and Losmandy format dovetail. It is fitted with a large capacity 3.7" focuser capable of handling heavy loads. The focuser is compatible with all APM correctors such as the APM Model 1 Flattener and APM M82 Large Reducer. It is also compatible with motor focus units such as the Lunatico Seletek.

Optics:  APM-LZOS Telescopes LZOS 152/1200mm  Triplet Super ED Apo incl. Test Report ( minimum 0.95 strehl )

Tube: Aluminium

Dew Shield : Retractable

Standard Backfocus: 180 mm.  Increases to 220mm after removal of adapters

Scope of Delivery

Optical tube c/w LZOS Test Report

APM 3.7" Rack and Pinion Focuser

Tube Rings with Handle

Losmandy Dovetail