Vixen AXD2‑AX103S‑P – Premium 103 mm SD Apochromatic Refractor + AXD2 Equatorial Mount System
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The AXD2‑AX103S‑P combines a high‑performance 103 mm SD apochromatic refractor with the robust, Go‑To capable AXD2 equatorial mount — delivering a full-featured telescope system ideal for serious astrophotography and dedicated stargazing. The optical tube (AX103S) uses a triplet SD‑glass design with advanced multicoating, producing crystal‑clear, high‑contrast images with minimal chromatic aberration and sharp star images across the field — even at the edges.
Mounted on the AXD2, this system offers smooth, stable tracking via its micro‑step motor drive and 21‑bearing super‑alloy axes. The included computerized controller with star‑chart Go‑To navigation makes locating and centering celestial objects simple, while the built‑in polar alignment scope ensures accurate alignment for long‑exposure imaging. Supplied counterweights, dovetail mounting hardware, and the included pillar/tripod base complete the package — giving you a ready-to-go, high‑luxury astronomy rig straight out of the box.
Whether you’re photographing deep‑sky objects, tracking planets, or observing faint nebulae and galaxies, the AXD2‑AX103S‑P offers optical quality, mechanical stability, and ease of use to satisfy both advanced astrophotographers and serious visual observers alike.
Features
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103 mm SD‑glass triplet apochromatic refractor for sharp, high‑contrast views with minimal false colour and edge‑to‑edge image quality
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825 mm focal length (f/8) — balanced for both visual observation and astrophotography (prime‑focus, eyepiece, or afocal use)
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Premium equatorial mount: 50 mm super‑alloy RA/Dec axes with 21 bearings and worm‑and‑wheel gearing for precise, smooth motion
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Motorized micro‑step drive with high‑speed slewing and accurate tracking — supports Go‑To navigation and long‑exposure astrophotography
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Built-in polar‑alignment scope (6×20 mm, illuminated reticle) for easy polar alignment with ≤ 3 arc‑minute accuracy
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Comprehensive set — optical tube, mount, counterweights, dovetail mounting hardware, and stable pillar/tripod base included for complete setup out of the box
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Versatile use — suitable for deep‑sky imaging, planetary observation, wide‑field viewing, prime‑focus photography, eyepiece viewing, or afocal imaging setups
Specifications
| Component | Specification |
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| Optical Tube (AX103S) | 103 mm SD triplet apochromat, multicoated |
| Focal length: 825 mm (f/8.0) | |
| Resolving power / Limiting magnitude: 1.13″ / 11.8 mag | |
| Light gathering power: 217× unaided eye | |
| Tube size & weight: 115 mm diameter × 670–762 mm length; 6.4 kg | |
| Mount (AXD2) | RA/Dec axes: 50 mm super‑alloy; 21 bearings |
| Worm‑and‑wheel micro‑drive: RA φ135 mm / 270‑tooth, Dec φ108 mm / 216‑tooth, brass construction | |
| Counterweight bar: 25 mm diameter, retractable | |
| Payload capacity: 2.7 kg – 30 kg (depending on moment load) | |
| Polar‑scope: 6×20 mm, illuminated reticle; 3‑star alignment, alignment accuracy ≤ 3 arc‑min | |
| Drive / Controller | Micro‑step motor drive (400 pps), computerized Go‑To with “STAR BOOK TEN” controller; high‑speed slewing & accurate tracking |
| Included Counterweights | 1.5 kg × 1, 7 kg × 1 |
| Set Configuration | Optical tube, mount, dovetail plate, counterweights, pillar/tripod base — ready for use after setup |
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