Tele Vue Tv-85 85Mm F/7 Apo Refractor Telescope Ota

$Tele Vue Tv-85 85mm F/7 Apo Refractor Telescope Ota$

Tele Vue Tv-85 85mm F/7 Apo Refractor Telescope Ota

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Ideally suited for astronomy and astrophotography, the ivory Tele Vue TV-85 85mm f/7 APO Refractor Telescope OTAis designed to be an easy grab-and-go option for celestial observing, or a lightweight spotting scope alternative for birdwatching and other terrestrial uses.

It employs Japanese-made optical glass set in an apochromatic doublet lens configuration to produce flat views with accurate color fidelity and improved contrast, without fringing or halos. Complementing the lens design, are broadband fully multi-coated optics that are specifically index matched to the lens glass to maximize light transmission across the visual spectrum and to ensure accurate color rendition, improved contrast, and clarity. A large 2" dual-speed focuser is used, to bring lunar details, planetary features, or distant objects into tack-sharp resolution.

Tele Vue offers this TV-85 stripped of accessories and without a mount or tripod for users who have their own equipment and support systems and who are looking to add a competent, yet portable, optical tube assembly to their kit, or for those who wish to build a completely custom rig.

85mm Apochromatic Doublet Refractor OTA 600mm Focal Length, f/7 Focal Ratio Index-Matched Broadband Optical Coatings 2" Dual-Speed Rack-and-Pinion Focuser Compact Design: 19" Long, 6-Pound Weight OTA Only - Mount and Tripod Required Custom Soft Carrying Case

Parameters
Optical Design	Doublet Refractor
Aperture	85mm
Focal Length	600mm
Focal Ratio	f/7
Eyepiece Barrel Diameter	2"
Diagonal	None
Finderscope	None
Tripod	None
Mount Type	None
Power Source	None
Optical Tube Length	19" / 48.3 cm
Weight	6.0 lb / 2.7 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight	11.15 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	26.6 x 10.9 x 8.6"

Ideal for astronomy, astrophotography, and birdwatching/digiscoping
85mm aperture draws in light for observing the moon, planets, and bright deep sky objects while remaining lightweight and portable
Fast f/7 focal ratio makes it ideal for celestial observing and astrophotography
600mm focal length produces a moderate magnification potential while ensuring a shorter optical tube for easier handling and portability
Apochromatic doublet lens configuration eliminates spherical aberrations that cause distortion at the edges of the field of view, and corrects chromatic aberration for accurate colors without fringing or halos
Precision Japanese-made optical glass specifically chosen for its purity and high light transmission properties
Index-matched broadband fully multi-coated to complement the optical glass and ensure maximum light transmission across the entire visual spectrum, to ensure accurate color fidelity and improved contrast and clarity
Visual resolution: 1.4 arc sec, Dawes Limit
Sliding metal dew shield helps to keep objective lens clear of condensation
Screw-on objective lens cover eliminates the possibility of cap coming off during transport and storage, ensuring lens remains protected when not in use
Ivory powder-coated aluminum optical tube

Optical tube assembly only; mount and tripod required for proper use
Optional cradle ring available for photo/video tripod use or to attach dovetail saddle
Recommended for use with Tele Vue Tele-Pod, Panoramic, or Gibraltar HD4/5 mounts
Compact design: 19" length, 6-pound weight

Sturdy and reliable rack-and-pinion design
Dual-speed focuser enables fast coarse and precision fine focusing
10:1 reducer gear enables precise focusing for tack-sharp images during observation and imaging
2" drawtube allows the use of large eyepieces and accessories to be used
Focuser tension knobs help to keep movement smooth depending on the weight of accessories used on it, while helping to minimize backlash

Custom-fitted case fits TV-85 only
Dual hand-carry straps with padded palm closure
Adjustable shoulder strap with pad
Dual zippers on lid
Foam cutouts for Starbeam, one 2" eyepiece, and five 1.25" eyepieces
Exterior dimensions (excluding handles and strap): 23.5 x 9 x 5.5"
Empty weight: 1.9 pounds

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is the dovetail of the Vixen SD 81S or Vixen SD 103S compatible with the Celestron AVX mount? Thanks

A: Yes the dovetail plate on the Vixen SD 81S or Vixen SD 103S is compatible with the Celestron AVX mount

Q: 2. Can It Fit My Skywatcher EQ5 Mount ?

A: It mounts to a vixen saddle which is what the EQ5 comes with.

Q: 3. How can I attach this scope to a 1/4 -20 camera tripod for terrestrial viewing?

A: You would connect the Losmandy Universal Dovetail Plate (7") https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1279940-REG/losmandy_dup_7_universal_dovetail_plate_7.html

Q: 4. Can you explain how this would mount on a camera? What adapters would be needed for a Nikon D3500? What stand is recommended .

A: You woud need the Sky-Watcher 0.85x Focal Reducer/Corrector for ED80 Telescope BH #SKFRFP80 • MFR #S20200 to attach to the scope and a Celestron T-Ring for Nikon F-Mount Cameras BH #CETRN • MFR #93402 to attach to your camera body. Those (2) pieces will now screw together. A manual tripod and mount example would be the Explore Scientific FirstLight EXOS Nano Mount with ST1 Tripod BH #EXFLENEQ3M • MFR #FL-EXOSNANOT1-00

Q: 5. Can I use a 2" dielectric star diagonal mirror with the Vixen SD 81S or Vixen SD 103S? Thanks

A: The Vixen Optics SD103S 103mm f/8 ED APO Refractor Telescope (OTA Only) BH #VISD103S • MFR #ES26147 was only designed foe 1.25"

Q: 6. What are some good equatorial mounts to use with the Tele Cue TV 85 for astrophotography?

A: Here are a few good options for EQ mounts: You would need a plate such as this: https://bhpho.to/2SgDhkN And a mount such as these: https://bhpho.to/2GghxmN https://bhpho.to/2HOsrk8

Q: 7. How can I use this with Canon RF R6 markII?

A: You can connect rthe Tele Vue 60 2.4"/60mm Refractor Telescope Optical Tube Assembly to the Canon R6 II, by using a T mount adapter connected to the Canon R6 II camera: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1683086-REG/tokina_szx_ta0017_ta0017_szx_t_mount_adapter.html and the the T mount will be connected to the 1.25 adapter : https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/202135-REG/Celestron_93625_SLR_35mm_OR_Digital.html This way you will be able to connect the Canon R6 camera with that Tele Vue 60 2.4"/60mm Refractor Telescope.

Q: 8. Mounting rings for the TV-85? You need these AND a mounting plate for this scope.

A: For the Tele Vue TV-85 85mm f/7 APO Doublet Refractor Telescope, the B&H # TEVSM MFR # AVT-1011 is needed to mount it to a standard Vixen style telescope mount or the BH #TE3RMS • MFR #RS3-8003 is needed to mount it to a standard 1/4-20 tripod.

Q: 9. what kind of mount and tripod will work with this? I also need sun filters for the eclipse. Could you pro info on this?

A: The Vixen Optics SD103S 103mm f/8 ED APO Refractor can be used on a mount such as the Explore Scientific iEXOS-100-2 PMC-Eight Equatorial Go-To Tracker System https://bhpho.to/3dkl14G. And this Mr. Star Guy filter will fit the telescope: https://bhpho.to/3I4SXRX

Q: 10. Has the TeleVue 76 been discontinued? This is what is on Agena Astro website.

A: The Tele Vue TV-76 76mm f/6 APO Doublet Refractor Telescope (Ivory, OTA Only), BH # TETV76TI, is available.as a Special Order item.

Charles	09/08/2024
[None] Exquisite optics and mechanical construction. Built to the level of quality expected in professional scientific instruments. 85mm aperture is perfect balance between portability and adequate light gathering power for most viewing situations. Haven’t used it much yet because of winter weather, but views of M42 exhibited high contrast with excellent resolution of 4 Trapezium stars at 67x. Views of the moon are very crisp and richly detailed along the terminator. 5

Michael	09/06/2024
[11.15 lb] I was looking for a new apochromatic refractor that was as large as possible while still remaining airline carry-on portable. There are a lot of options out there, ranging from inexpensive Chinese scopes to highly rated Takahashi to unobtainable (and unaffordable) scopes from Astro-Physics. The TV-85 is premium priced, but it has a lot of advantages over other scopes. First, it’s very rugged- more than just about any other scope. I’ve owned a TeleVue Pronto for over 30 years and carried it on lot of trips, and it still works like new. Second, it’s from a U.S. company who provide great warranty support and who have been great innovators in telescope and eyepiece design over the years. Over half the premium eyepieces on the market are copies of TeleVue designs. The evening it arrived I took it outside for a test, and I wasn’t disappointed. Contrast is excellent, with tiny stars showing against a black background. There’s no discernible chromatic error- gone is the purple glow seen at high magnifications in my Pronto. I’m looking forward to taking it out to a truly dark sky site. 5

David	25/05/2024
[85mm] This is an heirloom-quality telescope. The optics are extremely clear - literally transparent. I've wanted one for 20 years but could not afford one in my youth. Now that I have it, I wish I would have sacrificed back then and had 20 years of viewing with younger eyes. So many purchases I've made in those years that ended up in the garbage or on eBay when I could have enjoyed looking at the planets and deep sky objects. This is one of the few items I hear people regret selling and end up purchasing a second time. If I were to break it or have it stolen, I would buy it again with no hesitation. 5