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Askar V Modular Triplet APO Refractor

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Askar V Modular APO Refractor is an optical tube for general deep-sky imaging and visual observing.

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Askar V Modular Triplet APO Refractor

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$1,865.00

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Specifications

Optics

Optical design
APO refractor
Aperture
of 60 mm, the
Focal length
is 360 mm. The V80 native
Focal ratio
f/6
Dawes limit
1.93"
Glass
ED glass

Specifications

Image circle
44 mm

Sensor / electronics

Back focus
150mm

Astrophotography Fit

Best for general deep-sky imaging and visual observing when the mount, camera format, and correction hardware are chosen as one system.

Askar V Modular APO Refractor sits in the telescope slot for general deep-sky imaging and visual observing. The important buying question is whether the optical design, focal length, and mount demands match the targets you actually shoot.

Refractors keep the field routine calmer: no regular collimation, predictable cooldown, and a clean path to autofocus and filtered imaging. The tradeoff is aperture and reach.

Best paired with

  • Corrected field flattener or reducer when the design requires one
  • Cooled APS-C or smaller astro cameras matched to the image circle
  • Autofocus, guide scope or OAG, and a mount with comfortable payload margin

Not recommended for

  • Large full-frame sensors unless the corrected field supports them
  • Very small travel mounts near their realistic imaging payload limit
  • Buyers expecting one telescope to be ideal for every target size

Where To Buy

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Starizona
Starizona
$1,865.00
In stock
Updated 5/13/2026
View Offer - $1,865.00
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High Point Scientific
High Point Scientific
$1,865.00
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Updated 5/11/2026
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