{"product_id":"daystar-80mm-f6-achromat-refractor-480eud","title":"DayStar 80mm f\/6 Achromat Refractor — Beginner Telescope for Solar Observation and Stargazing","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-info__description\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"prose\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a versatile 80mm refractor that works great for nighttime stargazing \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e doubles as a ready-made host for a DayStar Quark solar filter, the 480E is one of the best values at this price. Its f\/6 focal ratio falls squarely in the Quark's compatibility window, so there's no external rejection filter (ERF) needed — just attach and observe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe build quality is noticeably above entry-level. CNC-machined aluminium body, fully multi-coated optics, and a dual-speed Crayford hybrid focuser with rack-and-pinion assist give you smooth, precise focus that's rare at this price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you'll see:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Moon — craters, mountains, and the jagged terminator line in sharp contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaturn's rings and a hint of the Cassini Division on steady nights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJupiter's cloud bands and the four Galilean moons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble stars split cleanly, open clusters like the Pleiades and Beehive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith a DayStar Quark attached: prominences, filaments, and chromospheric detail on the Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e480E OTA — the telescope tube itself, ready for your mount and eyepieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminium carrying case — padded and rigid, good for transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptional add-on:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" dielectric mirror diagonal available separately for $199.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80mm — enough to show Saturn's rings and Jupiter's cloud bands clearly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e480mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/6 — within the Quark's f\/4–f\/8 window; no ERF required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAchromatic doublet — two-lens design that reduces color fringing on bright objects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" dual-speed Crayford hybrid with rack \u0026amp; pinion assist — fine-tuned focus without slipping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDovetail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVixen-style — fits most standard mounts and tripods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePair it with any compatible mount you already own, or add a DayStar Quark to turn it into a capable daytime solar telescope. A solid first refractor that doesn't box you in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Daystar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44576866074658,"sku":"480EUD","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/6968\/5282\/files\/DayStar_80mm_f_6_Achromat_Refractor_Telescope_Clear_High-Contrast_Views_for_Beginner_Solar_Observation_Stargazing_480EUD.jpg?v=1774245562","url":"https:\/\/telescopewolves.com\/en-ca\/products\/daystar-80mm-f6-achromat-refractor-480eud","provider":"Telescope Wolves","version":"1.0","type":"link"}