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Explore Scientific

Explore Scientific Explore FirstLight 80mm CF Telescope with Solar Filter FL-80640OTA-CF

Explore Scientific Explore FirstLight 80mm CF Telescope with Solar Filter FL-80640OTA-CF

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Whether you're eager to explore the Sun’s surface, delve into the beauty of Saturn’s rings, capture the shifting ice caps of Mars, or journey through deep space to observe galaxies and nebulae, the versatile Explore FirstLight 80mm CF Telescope with Solar Filter is built for both solar and stellar adventures. This optical tube assembly is ready for visual or astroimaging use, day or night, and comes packed with premium accessories.

The included professional-grade solar filter uses advanced Solarlite film, offering the optical clarity of glass with the safety and resilience of polymer — perfect for viewing sunspots, partial eclipses, and planetary transits. A precision 25mm Plössl eyepiece, 90° diagonal, red dot viewfinder, DSLR adapter, and smartphone imaging adapter all come standard. The rugged carbon fiber-look metal tube is lightweight and compatible with all Explore Scientific mounts and most third-party alt-az or equatorial mounts. Whether you’re observing at home or traveling to capture the next eclipse, this compact, high-performance OTA offers exceptional versatility for solar and deep space viewing.

Standout Features

Day & Night Versatility

Includes a premium solar filter for safe solar observation and delivers stunning planetary and deep sky views after dark.

Smartphone & DSLR-Ready

Includes adapters for easy astroimaging with your smartphone or DSLR camera.

Precision Optics & Viewing Comfort

Features a fully-coated 80mm Crown-and-Flint lens, 25mm Plössl eyepiece, and 90° diagonal for sharp, comfortable views.

Lightweight & Mount-Compatible

Rugged carbon fiber-look metal tube mounts easily to all Explore Scientific mounts and most other popular setups.

Specifications

Product Specifications

Optical Tube Assembly Only
80mm Dia.: f/8 Optical Crown and Flint Doublet, Fully Coated Objective Lens
Focal Length: 640mm Focal Length
Highest Useful Magnification: 160x; Visual Limiting Magnitude 11.5
Oversize 40mm Draw Tube Rack & Pinion Focuser with 1.25" O.D. AdapterClamp-Style Removable Cradle with Vixen-Style Mount Adapter1.25" O.D. 90° Diagonal MirrorSolar Safe FilterSmartphone Adapter for Imaging1.25-inch O.D. 4-Element Fully Coated 25 mm Plössl Eyepiece Fully Adjustable Red Dot Viewfinder
Rugged Metal Main Tube; Lightweight Plastic Dew Shield
Front and Rear Dust Covers
Downloadable Planetarium Software
Weight: 4lbs. (1.81 Kg); Dim: 24-inches x 4-inches (61 cm x 10 cm)

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