• Explore Scientific 152mm f/6.5 Achromat Refractor with Hybrid Finder Base — Large-Aperture OTA with Dual Finder
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Explore Scientific 152mm f/6.5 Achromat Refractor with Hybrid Finder Base — Large-Aperture OTA with Versatile Dual Finder Mount

Explore Scientific 152mm f/6.5 Achromat Refractor with Hybrid Finder Base — Large-Aperture OTA with Versatile Dual Finder Mount

$849.99
$849.99
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The Explore Scientific 152mm f/6.5 Achromat Refractor is a large six-inch refractor telescope (optical tube only) that gathers a lot of light for bright, high-contrast views of the Moon, planets, and rich star fields. It ships with a hybrid finder base that accepts a range of finders, so you can set up your preferred aiming system.

Who it's for

Enthusiast stargazers who want maximum achromatic refractor aperture for bright lunar, planetary, and wide-field views at a strong value (a heavy-duty mount is required; sold separately). New to the hobby? See our beginner's telescope guide.

Key features

  • 152mm air-spaced doublet achromat optics for bright, light-rich views
  • f/6.5 focal ratio (988mm) for a good balance of power and field
  • Hybrid finder base accepts a variety of finder scopes
  • Optical tube only — pairs with a heavy-duty Vixen/Losmandy-compatible mount

Specifications

Optical design Air-spaced doublet achromat refractor
Aperture 152 mm
Focal length 988 mm
Focal ratio f/6.5
Finder Hybrid finder base (accepts multiple finders)
Included Optical tube only — no mount
SKU DAR152065-02

Frequently asked questions

What mount does a 152mm refractor need?
This is a large, long tube — use a heavy-duty alt-azimuth or equatorial mount rated for its size for stable, comfortable viewing.

Will I see color fringing?
As an achromat, it shows some color around very bright objects. That's the trade-off for the large aperture and excellent value.

Is a mount included?
No — this is the optical tube only. Add a mount, diagonal, finder, and eyepiece to observe.

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Frequently Asked Questions

With a beginner telescope you can see a surprising amount — the craters and mountains on the Moon, the rings of Saturn, the moons of Jupiter, and star clusters like the Pleiades. As you get more comfortable, you can also spot nebulae and distant galaxies. Not sure which beginner telescope is right for you? Check out our Telescope Buying Guide.
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