SkyWatcher Evolux 82ED Refractor OTA

Building on the foundation of the popular Evostar line of refractors, Sky-Watcher has developed the all new Evolux. Designed for the savvy astrophotographer looking for a lightweight scope that still packs a punch with key upgrades in the optics and the mechanics, Evolux is a perfect fit for a widefield grab and go setup. Sky-Watcher’s Evolux apochromatic doublet refractors are the perfect blend of superior extra-low dispersion glass and affordability. The lens assembly utilizes a proprietary combination of matched lenses, delivering tack-sharp stars with charcoal-black, contrast-rich skies. All ED glass elements feature our proprietary Metallic High-Transmission Coatings™ (MHTC™), virtually eliminating all false color while the adjustable dew shield prevents stray light and condensation from affecting your photography. Evolux comes in a foam-lined aluminum case with a 2.4-inch dual-speed rack-and-pinion-style focuser, dual finderscope brackets, a V-style dovetail, clamshell ring, adjustable dew shield, and the optional reducer/corrector. EVOLUX 80ED Refractor OTA 82mm diameter New ED (Extra-low-dispersion) glass New 2-element lens design Focal length=530mm / f = 6.4 Focal length = 480mm / f=5.8 with optional dedicated reducer/flattener for wider field of view Net Weight: 2.6kg Retractable dewshield for compact handling and storage High precision new 61mm (2.4″) dual-speed focuser Aluminum hard case SKU S11310 UPC 050234113106 Optical Info Optical Design Apochromatic Lens Coatings Fully multi-coated Lens Design ED Doublet (Air Spaced) Glass Type ED Doublet Optical Quality Diffraction limited (1/4 wave) Collimatable Cell Yes (Push/Pull Cell) Primary Aperture (mm) 82 F/Ratio 6.45 Focal Length (mm) 530 Observational Info Dawes Limit 1.41 Rayleigh Limit 1.7 Limiting Mag. 12 Minimum Magnification 12x Maximum Magnification 161x Light Gathering (compared to next size down) 75% (compared to Evolux 62ED) Mechanical Specifications Focuser 2.4” Dual Speed (11:1) Rack & Pinion Focuser: Rotatable? No Compression Ring Yes Retractable dew shield Yes OTA material Aluminum OTA Length (Retract/Ext.) 16.375”/22.25” Dew Shield diameter (mm) 100mm OTA Diameter 90mm OTA Weight (with accessories) 6.5 lbs Mounting rings Yes Dovetail type V-style dovetail Dovetail length 6” Optional Corrector/Reducer Specifications Corrector Name Evolux 82ED 0.9x reducer kit Optional Corrector/Reducer SKU S20207 Reduction (reducer only) 0.9x Corrector – insertable or thread-on Thread-on Corrector thread size M56×1 female/M48 male Corrector back focus 55mm Corrector illuminated field 36mm Includes one ED element Yes F/Ratio with reducer installed 5.8 Focal Length with reducer installed 477mm Corrector adapter needed? Yes Corrector allow for 2” filters? No (Adapter included with reducer) Accessories Eyepieces No Diagonal No Mounting Hardware Clamshell/Dovetail Camera Adapter No Flattener or Corrector No Collimation eyepiece No Finder No Case Yes Case Dimensions 19.5” x 10.75” x 7.75” Shipping Weight 13.2 lbs. Shipping Dimensions 23” x 13” x 11”