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Explore Scientific ED102 102mm f/7 FCD100 Triplet Telescope in Carbon Fiber

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Explore Scientific ED102 102mm f/7 FCD100 Triplet Telescope in Carbon FiberHauling an aluminum refractor tube to a dark site or up to a rooftop observatory adds weight that compounds with the mount, tripod, and accessories. The Explore Scientific ED102 FCD100 Carbon Fiber delivers apochromatic triplet performance with HOYA FCD100 glass in a carbon fiber tube that sheds weight, resists temperature driven focus shifts, and looks the part at a fraction of what comparable 4 inch carbon fiber APOs cost from competitors. Key

Hauling an aluminum refractor tube to a dark site or up to a rooftop observatory adds weight that compounds with the mount, tripod, and accessories. The Explore Scientific ED102 FCD100 Carbon Fiber delivers apochromatic triplet performance with HOYA FCD100 glass in a carbon fiber tube that sheds weight, resists temperature-driven focus shifts, and looks the part — at a fraction of what comparable 4-inch carbon fiber APOs cost from competitors.


Key Features
  • HOYA FCD100 Extra-Low Dispersion Glass – FPL-53 equivalent optics virtually eliminate false color, delivering sharp, true-to-life views of planets, double stars, and deep-sky targets in both visual and imaging use
  • Air-Spaced Triplet Optical Design – Three-element configuration achieves 1.14 arcsecond resolution and diffraction-limited performance with high contrast across the field
  • Carbon Fiber Tube Construction – Significantly lighter than aluminum alternatives and far more thermally stable, reducing focus shift during long-exposure imaging sessions and speeding up cool-down time at the observing site
  • 2.5" Hexagonal Dual-Speed Focuser – Rock-solid rack-and-pinion design with 10:1 fine focus ratio supports up to 10 lbs of imaging gear with zero flex or image shift
  • EMD Enhanced Multi-Layer Coatings – Proprietary broadband coatings maximize light transmission and contrast for faint deep-sky targets
  • Versatile f/7 Focal Ratio – Long enough for high-magnification lunar and planetary detail, yet pairs well with a field flattener for sharp, flat-field deep-sky imaging
  • Retractable Carbon Fiber Dew Shield – Blocks stray light and slows dew formation during extended sessions without adding bulk
  • 99% Reflective 2" Diagonal Included – Premium dielectric diagonal maximizes light throughput right out of the box, so you can start observing without additional purchases

Ideal For
  • Astrophotographers on mid-range mounts who want sharp, well-corrected optics that perform on a HEQ5, Celestron AVX, or similar payload — the 9.5 lb carbon fiber OTA leaves plenty of weight budget for cameras and guide scopes
  • Visual observers stepping up from doublets looking for clean, color-free views of planetary detail, tight double stars, and crisp star clusters without the chromatic aberration that plagues two-element designs
  • Grab-and-go astronomers who want serious apochromatic performance in a compact, lightweight package that sets up quickly and reaches thermal equilibrium fast
  • Budget-conscious buyers who want genuine FCD100/FPL-53 triplet APO quality without paying the $2,500–$3,000 that competing 4-inch triplets demand — this scope delivers the optical performance at roughly half the price

Accessories & Compatibility

Note: A finder scope and carrying case are not included. The pre-installed 2N1 finder scope base accepts most standard finder scopes and guiding systems.

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