Vixen SXP2WL-SD115S II Telescope Set
Professional complete telescope set with a very stable Wifi GoTo mount, 115 mm SD apochromat, sturdy tripod, and 2 eyepieces "Made in Japan"
- Complete telescope set with a stable Wifi GoTo mount and 115 mm SD apochromat
- 115 mm apochromatic high-performance refractor with FPL53 ED glass without spacers
- Ensures extremely high contrast and excellent sharpness without star spikes
- State-of-the-art SXP2WL equatorial GoTo mount with WiFi and 17 kg payload capacity (photographic)
- Simple operation via smartphone or tablet without cable clutter
- Comfortable GoTo slewing by entering data on the display
- Free STAR BOOK Wireless app with star chart program
- Extensive object database with up to 259,000 celestial objects
- Lower power consumption than previous models with Starbook Ten control
- Total weight: 32.9 kg
Product number:
X025205
EAN:
4955295252053
WEEE-Reg.-Nr.:
DE 34323861
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That is normal. Finder scopes are only used to make objects easy to locate. The image orientation does not matter for observation.
- Alt-azimuth: easy to use, moves horizontally and vertically
- Equatorial: enables precise tracking of objects with only one axis – ideal for high magnifications and astrophotography
- Moon: from 30 mm
- Planets: from 100 mm
- Deep sky: from 150 mm
Product information "Vixen SXP2WL-SD115S II Telescope Set"
SXP2WL SD115SII Complete Telescope Set with Wifi GoTo Mount, Tripod, and Eyepieces
Stronger Mount Body
The SXP2 mount is equipped with larger bearings than previous models to increase accuracy and load capacity. Additionally, the mount body is characterized by a thicker material. To further stabilize the polar block, the cross-axis is securely clamped into a fork mount.
Accessory Shoe
The #35511 Polar Meter can be easily and quickly attached to this shoe for polar alignment.
The Vixen Wifi Adapter for EQ mounts allows you to control your Vixen mount via a smartphone or tablet. This enables you to use the STAR BOOK Wireless smartphone app (free) for celestial navigation without cabling. The app quickly turns your mobile device into a controller for the equatorial mount. The mount’s response delay, often considered the biggest drawback of wireless connections, has been reduced to a level comparable to wired solutions.
Reduced Power Consumption Compared to Traditional Controllers with LCD Monitor
The power consumption of the mount is reduced by up to 20%, enabling longer observation sessions compared to traditional wired controllers like the STAR BOOK TEN.
Operation Similar to the STAR BOOK TEN Controller
The STAR BOOK Wireless App is similarly structured to the STAR BOOK TEN controller. Depending on the star chart settings, it contains up to 259,000 celestial objects. Simply tap on an object in the list and start the GoTo. The mount will automatically move to the target and bring it into the telescope’s field of view. All the popular features of the STAR BOOK TEN remain available.
Comfortable Operation
While looking through the telescope, you can operate the mount by swiping on the app’s star chart. Since there are no buttons, you simply glide your finger over the star chart to easily control the mount.
Extensive Astronomical Data Included
This includes data on well-observed celestial bodies such as Messier objects, NGC objects, IC objects, as well as the sun, moon, planets, comets, and dwarf planets.
High-Precision Alignment
By aligning with one or two stars, you can achieve fairly accurate mount positioning. By aligning with three or more stars, a highly precise alignment for high magnifications can be achieved. Objects are then targeted precisely and centered in your telescope’s field of view. Alignment data is saved and can be retained even when the device is powered off. By leaving the telescope in its current state after an observation without moving it, you can start the automatic installation with the same settings during the next observation.
Customizable Settings
Like the STAR BOOK TEN controller, the app offers various individual settings such as gear backlash compensation, red night mode, autoguider, variable GoTo speed, and LED brightness. You can also set the timing of the optical tube flip (meridian flip) as desired. Even if the object moves south during tracking, you can prevent the telescope tube from flipping.
Important Information
Not compatible with older SX mounts using the old blue Star Book.
Technical Information on the Wifi Module
32-bit CISC processor CPU 120 MHz
The unit is connected to the mount via a D-SUB 9PIN connector, as with the STAR BOOK TEN.
It features a 6-pin 6-core modular plug for external autoguider operation.
Supported operating systems are Android 6 or higher, iOS 9.0 or higher, WiFi standard: IEEE 802.11b/g/n.
This high-quality apochromatic refractor telescope-set impresses with its 115-mm-SD optics. The telescope is made in Japan and stands out with its excellent craftsmanship, sharpness, and contrast performance. The advantage of this SD refractor lies in its lightweight design and ability to produce color-pure and contrast-rich images. You'll be amazed when you observe the moon’s surface with its craters or Saturn with its ring system. On Jupiter, during a good night, you’ll even see the two bright cloud bands and many smaller details, such as the Great Red Spot on the planet. On moonless nights, you can observe the Andromeda Nebula, Orion Nebula, Eagle Nebula, Lagoon Nebula, and many more fascinating objects. Fainter celestial objects become visible thanks to this 115 mm wide aperture under a good sky.
This telescope set "Made in Japan" leaves nothing to be desired. The FPL53 glass used in the telescope reproduces an extremely clear and sharp image by nearly eliminating any residual color errors. The SD glass is designed to bring all rays – violet, red, blue, yellow, and green – to the same plane. This special lens material reduces chromatic aberration across all colors. The new Vixen SD115SII has no spacers, which significantly improves image quality, especially for bright stars. In photographic images, no spikes are visible on the stars, which were previously caused by spacers.
In combination with the optional SD Reducer HD Kit or SD Flattener HD (not included), this refractor telescope provides an image circle of 44 mm for full-frame DSLR cameras. The older ED81SII, ED103S, and ED115S refractors were originally developed for visual observers and photographers using APS-C cameras. However, the new SD series, with the use of new internal baffles, has been optimized for full-frame cameras. The large 60-mm focuser also allows for the attachment of heavy cameras without tilting. Additionally, the included flip mirror enables comfortable observation even in awkward situations and offers a T2 thread for attaching a DSLR camera. You can observe straight through or at a 90° angle. The carrying handle attached to the tube rings ensures a secure grip when transporting the telescope. The sturdy metal tripod ensures vibration-free mounting of the telescope and mount even in windy conditions.
The SXP2WL mount is easily operated via a WiFi module with a smartphone or tablet. The free STAR BOOK Wireless app provides user-friendly mount control. With this app, you can use convenient celestial navigation functions such as automatic GoTo slewing to specific celestial objects easily through your smartphone or tablet. Since the conventional LCD screen (STAR BOOK TEN) is no longer required, the power consumption of the mount is reduced by up to 20%. This allows for longer periods of astronomical observation and astrophotography.
Select the desired celestial object from a list, and it will be automatically slewed into the telescope’s field of view, and tracking begins. An existing STAR BOOK TEN controller can also be used with this mount without any issues. Equipped with the same precision stepper motors as the top model, the AXD mount, the SXP2WL sets a new standard of performance and precision in the Vixen mount family.
The cross-axis of the SXP2 mount has a photographic payload capacity of 17 kg and weighs only 13.3 kg, making it ideal for mobile observations. Additionally, the motors in the lower part of the mount also act as counterweights, reducing the need for additional weights.
The SXP2 Mount in DetailSelect the desired celestial object from a list, and it will be automatically slewed into the telescope’s field of view, and tracking begins. An existing STAR BOOK TEN controller can also be used with this mount without any issues. Equipped with the same precision stepper motors as the top model, the AXD mount, the SXP2WL sets a new standard of performance and precision in the Vixen mount family.
The cross-axis of the SXP2 mount has a photographic payload capacity of 17 kg and weighs only 13.3 kg, making it ideal for mobile observations. Additionally, the motors in the lower part of the mount also act as counterweights, reducing the need for additional weights.
The SXP2 mount features larger ball bearings than previous models to enhance accuracy and load capacity. The mount housing is also characterized by greater material thickness. To make the polar block even more stable, the cross-axis is securely clamped into a fork mount.
Stronger Mount Body
The SXP2 mount is equipped with larger bearings than previous models to increase accuracy and load capacity. Additionally, the mount body is characterized by a thicker material. To further stabilize the polar block, the cross-axis is securely clamped into a fork mount.
Very Precise Tracking with P-PEC Function
The SXP2 mount comes with the modern STAR BOOK TEN controller. It offers the P-PEC function for particularly precise tracking. "PEC" stands for "Periodic Error Correction". The system corrects mechanical errors caused by periodic gear errors. The P-PEC function available for the SXP2 equatorial mount is an enhancement of the PEC function. The P-PEC function stores your correction data even after the mount has been powered off. This means you do not need to re-enter the data every time, allowing for faster operation and more precise tracking.
The SXP2 mount comes with the modern STAR BOOK TEN controller. It offers the P-PEC function for particularly precise tracking. "PEC" stands for "Periodic Error Correction". The system corrects mechanical errors caused by periodic gear errors. The P-PEC function available for the SXP2 equatorial mount is an enhancement of the PEC function. The P-PEC function stores your correction data even after the mount has been powered off. This means you do not need to re-enter the data every time, allowing for faster operation and more precise tracking.
Low-Noise Belt Drive System with Minimal Backlash
In conventional motor drive systems for equatorial mounts, gears are driven by the motor. However, this design has the disadvantage of creating some backlash between the gears. To avoid the resulting inaccuracies, the SXP2 mount features a belt drive system. This significantly reduces both gear backlash and drive noise. In addition, the mount responds faster when corrections are needed.
In conventional motor drive systems for equatorial mounts, gears are driven by the motor. However, this design has the disadvantage of creating some backlash between the gears. To avoid the resulting inaccuracies, the SXP2 mount features a belt drive system. This significantly reduces both gear backlash and drive noise. In addition, the mount responds faster when corrections are needed.
16 Bearings
The mechanical parts of the SXP2 mount contain a total of 16 bearings. The RA axis is equipped with a set of tapered roller bearings to provide more stability for precise tracking.
The mechanical parts of the SXP2 mount contain a total of 16 bearings. The RA axis is equipped with a set of tapered roller bearings to provide more stability for precise tracking.
Stable Altitude Adjustment Block for Alignment
The SXP2 mount uses the same fork as the heavier AXJ mount. This new design allows for quick and stable altitude adjustments.
The SXP2 mount uses the same fork as the heavier AXJ mount. This new design allows for quick and stable altitude adjustments.
Easy and Precise Polar Alignment Using Reference Stars
The 6x20 polar finder is pre-installed. This allows for polar alignment in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. The polar finder features a variable illuminated reticle with an automatic shut-off function. The brightness can be adjusted in 8 levels to suit your individual needs. Additionally, the polar finder is equipped with a direct alignment system using three reference stars and can achieve accuracy up to 3 arc minutes.
The 6x20 polar finder is pre-installed. This allows for polar alignment in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. The polar finder features a variable illuminated reticle with an automatic shut-off function. The brightness can be adjusted in 8 levels to suit your individual needs. Additionally, the polar finder is equipped with a direct alignment system using three reference stars and can achieve accuracy up to 3 arc minutes.
Variable Mounting Head
The mounting head has a diameter of 35 mm and eight threaded holes for M8 screws, arranged 45 degrees apart. An optional accessory plate can be attached directly or in combination with an optional mounting block for dovetail plates. The threaded holes in the mounting head also allow the use of rails from other manufacturers.
Combination of Innovative, Elegant Design and User-Friendly Operation
The stable, rigid mount body with very precise tracking has been further optimized by the P-PEC function. This makes the SXP2 a highly precise and easy-to-use mount, sure to delight any astrophotographer or observer.
The mounting head has a diameter of 35 mm and eight threaded holes for M8 screws, arranged 45 degrees apart. An optional accessory plate can be attached directly or in combination with an optional mounting block for dovetail plates. The threaded holes in the mounting head also allow the use of rails from other manufacturers.
Combination of Innovative, Elegant Design and User-Friendly Operation
The stable, rigid mount body with very precise tracking has been further optimized by the P-PEC function. This makes the SXP2 a highly precise and easy-to-use mount, sure to delight any astrophotographer or observer.
Special Motor Positioning for Fewer Counterweights
The heavy RA and DEC motor units are located in the lower part of the declination axis, placing the center of gravity of the cross-axis below the RA and DEC axis. This allows the declination body to act as a counterweight. The flat mounting head also enables the mount to be balanced with significantly fewer counterweights.
The heavy RA and DEC motor units are located in the lower part of the declination axis, placing the center of gravity of the cross-axis below the RA and DEC axis. This allows the declination body to act as a counterweight. The flat mounting head also enables the mount to be balanced with significantly fewer counterweights.
Retractable Counterweight Bar
The counterweight bar is made of solid stainless steel and has a diameter of 20 mm. It is compatible with all counterweights from the SX and GP mount series. The counterweight bar is housed in the declination body.
The counterweight bar is made of solid stainless steel and has a diameter of 20 mm. It is compatible with all counterweights from the SX and GP mount series. The counterweight bar is housed in the declination body.
The #35511 Polar Meter can be easily and quickly attached to this shoe for polar alignment.
Latitude Adjustment
The latitude can be adjusted between 0 and 70 degrees (divided into 3 zones and adjustable +/- 15 degrees per zone, for high, mid, and low latitudes).
The latitude can be adjusted between 0 and 70 degrees (divided into 3 zones and adjustable +/- 15 degrees per zone, for high, mid, and low latitudes).
The Vixen Wifi Adapter in Detail
The Vixen Wifi Adapter for EQ mounts allows you to control your Vixen mount via a smartphone or tablet. This enables you to use the STAR BOOK Wireless smartphone app (free) for celestial navigation without cabling. The app quickly turns your mobile device into a controller for the equatorial mount. The mount’s response delay, often considered the biggest drawback of wireless connections, has been reduced to a level comparable to wired solutions.
Reduced Power Consumption Compared to Traditional Controllers with LCD Monitor
The power consumption of the mount is reduced by up to 20%, enabling longer observation sessions compared to traditional wired controllers like the STAR BOOK TEN.
Operation Similar to the STAR BOOK TEN Controller
The STAR BOOK Wireless App is similarly structured to the STAR BOOK TEN controller. Depending on the star chart settings, it contains up to 259,000 celestial objects. Simply tap on an object in the list and start the GoTo. The mount will automatically move to the target and bring it into the telescope’s field of view. All the popular features of the STAR BOOK TEN remain available.
Comfortable Operation
While looking through the telescope, you can operate the mount by swiping on the app’s star chart. Since there are no buttons, you simply glide your finger over the star chart to easily control the mount.
Extensive Astronomical Data Included
This includes data on well-observed celestial bodies such as Messier objects, NGC objects, IC objects, as well as the sun, moon, planets, comets, and dwarf planets.
High-Precision Alignment
By aligning with one or two stars, you can achieve fairly accurate mount positioning. By aligning with three or more stars, a highly precise alignment for high magnifications can be achieved. Objects are then targeted precisely and centered in your telescope’s field of view. Alignment data is saved and can be retained even when the device is powered off. By leaving the telescope in its current state after an observation without moving it, you can start the automatic installation with the same settings during the next observation.
Customizable Settings
Like the STAR BOOK TEN controller, the app offers various individual settings such as gear backlash compensation, red night mode, autoguider, variable GoTo speed, and LED brightness. You can also set the timing of the optical tube flip (meridian flip) as desired. Even if the object moves south during tracking, you can prevent the telescope tube from flipping.
Important Information
Not compatible with older SX mounts using the old blue Star Book.
Technical Information on the Wifi Module
32-bit CISC processor CPU 120 MHz
The unit is connected to the mount via a D-SUB 9PIN connector, as with the STAR BOOK TEN.
It features a 6-pin 6-core modular plug for external autoguider operation.
Supported operating systems are Android 6 or higher, iOS 9.0 or higher, WiFi standard: IEEE 802.11b/g/n.
FEATURES
- RA worm wheel: 73.2 mm Ø, brass wheel with 180 teeth
- DEC worm wheel: 73.2 mm Ø, brass wheel with 180 teeth
- Worm shaft: 9 mm Ø, brass
- RA & DEC axis: 40 mm Ø, carbon steel bearings, 16 bearings
- Counterweight shaft: 20 mm Ø RA
- Polar finder scope: PF-LII 6x20 mm
- Stepper motors: 250 PPS speed, maximum 1000x sidereal rate
- Maximum payload: 17 kg for photography without counterweight
- Power supply: DC12 V 0.45~2.2 A
- Dimensions: 386 x 419 x 128 mm
- Weight of axis cross: 13.3 kg without counterweight
- Counterweights: 3.7 kg, 1.9 kg
- Objective lens: D=115 mm, multi-coated
- 2-lens SD apochromat without spacers
- No spikes visible on stars
- Focal length: 890 mm (f7.7)
- Resolution and limiting magnitude: 1.01 arc seconds; 12.1
- Light gathering power: approx. 270x more than the human eye
- Dimensions and weight: 125 mm dia x 930 mm; 4.4 kg without accessories
- Finder scope: 7x50 illuminated
- Adapter and connections: 60 mm thread, 50.8 mm and 31.7 mm sleeve, T-ring thread
- Connection: 50.8 mm and 31.7 mm sleeve with flip mirror
- Photography: Prime focus and eyepiece projection
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
- SXP2WL mount
- SD115S II apochromat
- 7x50 finder, illuminated with 1.25-inch eyepiece holder
- SXG HAL130 tripod
- SXG half-pillar
- Wifi module
- 2 counterweights: 1.9 kg and 3.7 kg
- 9-pin D-sub cable
- Mounting tool
- Polar finder PFL-II
- Cigarette lighter cable
| Angular resolution (arc seconds): | 1.01 |
|---|---|
| Aperture ratio: | 7.7 |
| Batteries included: | No |
| Colour: | white |
| Colour of coating: | green |
| Compass: | No |
| Dust protection caps: | dust caps for eyepiece and objective |
| ED glass: | Yes |
| Field of application [Telescopes]: | Deep Sky Observation , Deep Sky Photography , Lunar observation , Lunar photography , Planetary photography |
| Finderscope: | 7 x 50 mm |
| Fine movements: | Electric (RA and DEC) |
| Focal length (mm): | 890 |
| Hand-held controller Object database: | 259.000 |
| Latitude adjustment range (degrees) (approx.) from: | 0 |
| Latitude adjustment range (degrees) (approx.) up to: | 70 |
| Material: | Aluminium |
| Material OTA: | Aluminium |
| Material front lens or corrector plate: | Ohara Japan FPL-53 ED glass |
| Material tripod 3): | Aluminium |
| Maximum recommended magnification: | 230 |
| Mirror/Lens diam. (mm): | 115 |
| Mount Type [Telescopes]: | German/Equatorial Mount with GoTo |
| Net weight OTA (incl. accessories) (kg): | 6.3 |
| Optical design: | Apochomatic Refractor |
| Polefinder scope: | 6x20 , as standard; illuminated |
| Product Family [Telescopes]: | Refractor telescope |
| Reticle: | No |
| Target Group [Telescopes]: | Advanced Amateurs , Specialists and Research , Visual enthusiasts |
| Transportability: | good |
| Tripod height adjustment: | Yes |
| Tube diameter (mm): | 125 |
| Tube length (mm): | 930 |
| Type of coating: | Fully multi-coated |
| Type of tripod thread: | 60 mm |
| Visual limiting magnitude (approx., mag): | 12.1 |
Product and safety instructions
Manufacturer:
Bresser GmbH, Gutenbergstraße 2, 46414 Rhede
Contact:
www.bresser.de
www.bresser.de
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Vixen rigid Accessory Tray for HAL130 and Porta II Tripods
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Vixen 60DA Focal adaptor for Canon EOS Cameras
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Vixen 60DX Focal adaptor for Canon EOS Cameras
This Vixen 60DX is a photographic adaptor for Canon EOS cameras, for use with telescopes with a 60 mm focuser drawtube connection thread. A redesign by Vixen uses new tougher materials for a more solid connection and also offers an accurate, well-machined camera rotator ring, in order to help frame your images perfectly.
Camera-Adaptor for Canon EOS with 60mm Focuser connection thread
Large inner diameter for full-format cameras, helping to minimise vignetting
6 locking 60° spaced bolts to hold the camera’s rotation in position
Dimensions: 81mm x 30 mm / weight: 190g
The option of using 6 long or 6 short fixing screws for the rotator
The Vixen 60DA Focal adaptor connects your Canon EOS DSLR Camera to a telescope with an appropriate 60 mm Focuser Drawtube Thread. Thanks to the use of new materials and an improved design Vixen was able to considerably uprate both precision and durability, when compared to conventional rotational camera adaptors. Two sets of rotational locking bolts (Long and Short) are supplied. The longer ones are knurled and easy to turn by hand. The shorter options help to prevent marring of the camera casing, when using certain designs of camera and are also much less easy to turn by hand, increasing security if you need the camera locked in a particular rotational position for longer periods.
The large inner dimension of this adaptor prevents vignetting at the edges of the image when using full frame DSLR cameras.
Canon EOS-Bayonet fastener made of hardwearing brass, for years of hassle-free use.
Increased material quality over conventional adapters provides more stability in use.
6 fixing bolts hold the camera in rotational position for increased sturdiness (standard rotators often only use 4, or less).
FEATURES
Screw tips with Delrin-tips prevent tilting of the camera and subsequent image distortion.
Large inner diameter prevents vignetting.
Inner blackening suppresses scattered light.
Compatible with 60 mm accessories, when the camera adaptor is taken off.
Two rotational bolt sets (Long and Short) are supplied.
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
60DA Focal adaptor
6 long and 6 short fixing screws
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High-performance flattener and reducer set
The kit consists of a high-performance flattener, a reducer for reducing the focal length, and connection rings (distance ring SD81, EX Tube 66), which were developed for prime-focus astrophotography with the SD81S, SD103S and SD115S telescopes.
The flattener and the 0.79x reducer deliver a significant increase in telescope performance and image quality.
You obtain a flat and sharp image until the edges, including with a full-frame DSLR camera.
Ultra-sharp image over the entire field of view of the DSLR full-frame sensor
The SD flattener improves the image quality to the edge of the field of view without changing the original focal length of the telescope.
The field of view of the DSLR camera with a full-frame sensor is fully illuminated (44 mm), ensuring that stars appear sharp until the edges of the image.
When used in conjunction with the Reducer HD, the focal length is reduced by a factor of 0.79 (f/7.7→6.1) whilst maintaining the 44 mm illumination.
High-contrast AS coating
The anti-reflex AS coating, which is also used on our high-end VSD 100 f/3.8 astrograph, delivers a high light transmission of 99.9% per lens surface. Loss of light, ghosting and scattered light images are virtually eliminated thanks to the completely matte interior coating.
FEATURES
Reduces the focal length by a factor of 0.79
Designed for full-frame cameras
High-contrast AS coating
Ultra-sharp image over the entire field of view
Designed for full-frame DSLR cameras
Illumination: 44 mm
Correct distance to chip: 63.5 mm
Designed for the SD81S, SD103S and SD115S
Also suitable for the ED81S, ED103S and ED 115S
DELIVERY CONTENT
SD Flattener HD
Reducer HD
Adapter ring for SD81
66 mm EX extension tube
Dust caps
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Above-average contrast
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Reducer HD in combination with SD telescopes
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Reducer HD in combination with AX103S and VC200L telescopes
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T2 rings are used as a connecting piece between the camera adapter and the camera. Please note that each camera type requires a different T-ring.FEATUREST2 adapter ring for Nikon camerasAdapts the camera to telescopes and microscopesWeight: 22 gPACKAGE CONTENTSVixen T2 ring for Nikon
Available
Vixen T-Ring for Sony E Cameras
£55.00*
This T2 ring allows you to use your Sony camera on a telescope or microscope with a T2 thread.Depending on the mode, you may require an additional camera adapter.FEATUREST-2 ring for connecting an SLR cameraDesigned for Sony EWeight: 113 gDELIVERY CONTENTT-2 Ring Sony E
Not available anymore
Vixen T-Ring - Four Thirds
£28.00*
Connects a Four Thirds camera to your telescope or microscope.A camera adapter is required for this purposeWeight: 58 gDELIVERY CONTENTVixen T-ring - Four Thirds
Available
Vixen Micro 4/3 T-ring
£51.00*
T-rings are used as a connecting piece between the camera adapter and the camera. Please note that each camera type requires a different T-ring.FEATURESMicro 4/3 T-ringFor telescopes and microscopesWeight: 110 gPACKAGE CONTENTSMicro 4/3 T-ring
Not available anymore
Vixen cigarette lighter adapter for SX/SXD/SKYPOD
£22.00*
The Vixen SX cigarette lighter adapter can be easily plugged into the cigarette lighter in your car or into a portable power station with this connection type, so you can power your devices from almost anywhere.FEATURESSuitable for SXC, SXW, SXD, SXD2, SXP, SXP2, AXJ, AXD2 and Skypod mounts. Compatible with Starbook S, Starbook, Starbook One and Starbook TenPACKAGE CONTENTSCigarette lighter adapter for SX/SXD/SKYPOD
Available
Vixen SLV 50° Eyepiece 10mm (1.25'')
£133.00*
The Vixen SLV series are the modern take on the classic Vixen Lanthanum eyepieces. These eyepieces were legendary for their generous eye relief and precise nature, making them a firm favourite with planetary, lunar and double star observers. This 10mm is an excellent eyepiece for medium to higher power on most telescopes, an ideal premium replacement for eyepieces supplied with telescopes, especially good for Planetary observers. The SLV Series of Vixen Eyepieces feature a hexagonal shaped eyepiece body, long 20mm eye relief, and twist up click stop eyecup for adjusting to the most comfortable viewing. The SLV eyepieces feature high grade lanthanum glass, and deliver remarkably clear and high contrast star images to the edge of the field of view. The lenses are fully multicoated for high light transmission.Size 31.7mm/1.25"Apparent FOV 50°Eye relief 20mmWeight 168g (5.92oz)
Available
Vixen SLV 50° Eyepiece 12mm (1.25'')
£133.00*
The Vixen SLV series are the modern take on the classic Vixen Lanthanum eyepieces. These eyepieces were legendary for their generous eye relief and precise nature, making them a firm favourite with planetary, lunar and double star observers. This 12mm is an excellent eyepiece for medium to higher power on most telescopes, an ideal general purpose eyepiece and major improvement over standard eyepieces. The SLV Series of Vixen Eyepieces feature a hexagonal shaped eyepiece body, long 20mm eye relief, and twist up click stop eyecup for adjusting to the most comfortable viewing. The SLV eyepieces feature high grade lanthanum glass, and deliver remarkably clear and high contrast star images to the edge of the viewing circle. The lenses are fully multicoated for high light transmission.Size 31.7mm/1.25"Apparent FOV 50°Eye relief 20mmWeight 168g (5.92oz)
Available
Vixen SLV 50° Eyepiece 15mm (1.25'')
£133.00*
The Vixen SLV series are the modern take on the classic Vixen Lanthanum eyepieces. These eyepieces were legendary for their generous eye relief and precise nature, making them a firm favourite with planetary, lunar and double star observers. This 15mm SLV is an excellent eyepiece for medium power for most telescopes, an ideal general purpose eyepiece and provides excellent comfort with long eye relief. The SLV Series of Vixen Eyepieces feature a hexagonal shaped eyepiece body, long 20mm eye relief, and twist up click stop eyecup for adjusting to the most comfortable viewing. The SLV eyepieces feature high grade lanthanum glass, and deliver remarkably clear and high contrast star images to the edge of the viewing circle. The lenses are fully multicoated for high light transmission.Size 31.7mm/1.25"Apparent FOV 50°Eye relief 20mmWeight 168g (5.92oz)
Available
Vixen SLV 50° eyepiece 2.5 mm (1.25")
£133.00*
The SLV eyepieces with high-quality lanthanum glass provide remarkably clear and high-contrast images of the night sky right to the edge of the field of view. The lanthanum elements almost completely eliminate chromatic aberration, producing a colour-neutral image right up to the edges. The lenses are also fully multi-coated for high light transmission.
The eyecup can be twisted up and down, making the eyepiece suitable for glasses wearers. The large exit pupil distance of 20 mm means that the eye does not become fatigued during longer periods of use, and the entire field of view can be seen clearly even when wearing glasses.
The eyepiece also features a standard 1.25" filter thread for colour and nebula filters. In addition, the insides of the eyepiece sleeves are fully blackened to reduce distracting reflections.
FEATURES
Very high contrast and sharpness over the entire field of view
Comfortable interpupillary distance of 20 mm
Lanthanum glass almost completely eliminates chromatic aberration
31.7 mm eyepiece barrel
1.25" filter thread
Full multi-layered coating
Eyecup can be twisted down for glasses wearers
Weight: 173 g
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Vixen SLV 50° eyepiece
Dust caps
Available
Vixen SLV 50° Eyepiece 20mm (1.25'')
£133.00*
The SLV eyepieces with high-quality lanthanum glass provide remarkably clear and high-contrast star images right up to the edge.The lenses are fully multi-coated for high light transmission.Thanks to the large and comfortable eye relief distance of 20 mm , the eye comfort is maintained, even during longer observing sessions.Even those who wear glasses will have the entire field of view is clearly visible.The click stop eyecups can be tuned up or down to the user's preference.PROPERTIESVery high sharpness and contrast across the entire field of viewComfortable eye relief of 20mmalmost no colour defects due to lanthanum glass1.25" 31.7 mm barrel sizeTurn-down eyecup for people who wear glassesWeight: 155 gWHAT'S INCLUDEDVixen SLV 50 ° eyepieceDust caps
Available
Vixen SLV 50° Eyepiece 25mm (1.25'')
£133.00*
The Vixen SLV eyepieces use high-quality lanthanum glass to deliver remarkably clear and high-contrast star images right up to the edge of the field of view.All lenses are fully multi-coated for high light transmission.Twist up eyecups allow the user to set observing height to their own comfortable specification. 20mm eye relief means that even those who have to wear glasses to observe are able to see right to the edge of the field of view.PROPERTIESVery high sharpness and contrast across the entire field of viewComfortable eye relief of 20mmalmost no chromatism visible due to lanthanum glass31.7 mm receptacle connectionEyecup that can be turned down for glasses wearersWeight: 151gWHAT'S INCLUDEDVixen SLV 50 ° eyepieceDust caps
Available
Vixen SLV 50° Eyepiece 4mm (1,25'')
£133.00*
The Vixen SLV series are the modern take on the classic Vixen Lanthanum eyepieces. These eyepieces were legendary for their generous eye relief and precise nature, making them a firm favourite with planetary, lunar and double star observers. This 4mm is an excellent higher power eyepiece on shorter focal length telescopes, especially good for Lunar viewing - or for those trying to max out their longer focal length scopes for double star work. The SLV Series of Vixen Eyepieces feature a hexagonal shaped eyepiece barrel, long 20mm eye relief, and twist up click stop eyecup for adjusting to the most comfortable viewing. The SLV eyepieces feature high grade lanthanum glass, and deliver remarkably clear and high contrast star images to the edge of the viewing circle. The lenses are fully multicoated for high light transmission.Size 31.7mm/1.25"Apparent FOV 50°Eye relief 20mmWeight 168g (5.92oz)
Available
Vixen SLV 50° Eyepiece 5mm (1.25'')
£133.00*
The Vixen SLV series are the modern take on the classic Vixen Lanthanum eyepieces. These eyepieces were legendary for their generous eye relief and precise nature, making them a firm favourite with planetary, lunar and double star observers. This 5mm is an excellent higher power eyepiece for most telescopes, especially good for Lunar and Planetary observers. The SLV Series of Vixen Eyepieces feature a hexagonal shaped eyepiece barrel, long 20mm eye relief, and twist up click stop eyecup for adjusting to the most comfortable viewing. The SLV eyepieces feature high grade lanthanum glass, and deliver remarkably clear and high contrast star images to the edge of the viewing circle. The lenses are fully multicoated for high light transmission.Size 31.7mm/1.25"Apparent FOV 50°Eye relief 20mmWeight 168g (5.92oz)
Available
Vixen SLV 50° Eyepiece 6mm (1.25'')
£133.00*
The Vixen SLV series are the modern take on the classic Vixen Lanthanum eyepieces. These eyepieces were legendary for their generous eye relief and precise nature, making them a firm favourite with planetary, lunar and double star observers. This 6mm is an excellent choice for higher power on most telescopes, especially good for Lunar and Planetary observers. The SLV Series of Vixen Eyepieces feature a hexagonal shaped eyepiece barrel, long 20mm eye relief, and twist up click stop eyecup for adjusting to the most comfortable viewing. The SLV eyepieces feature high grade lanthanum glass, and deliver remarkably clear and high contrast star images to the edge of the viewing circle. The lenses are fully multicoated for high light transmission.Size 31.7mm/1.25"Apparent FOV 50°Eye relief 20mmWeight 168g (5.92oz)
Available
Vixen SLV 50° Eyepiece 9mm (1.25'')
£133.00*
The Vixen SLV series are the modern take on the classic Vixen Lanthanum eyepieces. These eyepieces were legendary for their generous eye relief and precise nature, making them a firm favourite with planetary, lunar and double star observers. This 9mm is an excellent choice for higher power on most telescopes, an ideal premium replacement for eyepieces supplied with many telescopes, especially good for Planetary observers. The SLV Series of Vixen Eyepieces feature a hexagonal shaped eyepiece barrel, long 20mm eye relief, and twist up click stop eyecup for adjusting to the most comfortable viewing. The SLV eyepieces feature high grade lanthanum glass, and deliver remarkably clear and high contrast star images to the edge of the viewing circle. The lenses are fully multicoated for high light transmission.Size 31.7mm/1.25"Apparent FOV 50°Eye relief 20mmWeight 168g (5.92oz)
Available
Vixen NPL 50° Eyepiece 10mm (1.25")
£46.00*
The 2-group 4-element Plossl optical design of the NPL series eyepieces delivers flat and clear images with good color correction. The lenses are fully multi-coated for high light transmission.
FEATURES
Push-fit Size: 31.7 mm
Apparent field of view: 50°
Eye relief: 6.5 mm
Weight: 80 g
WHAT'S INCLUDED
1x Eyepiece 10 mm (1.25'')
Available
Vixen NPL 50° Eyepiece 15mm (1.25'')
£49.00*
The 2-group 4-element Plossl optical design of the NPL series eyepieces delivers flat and clear images with good color correction. The lenses are fully multi-coated for high light transmission.
FEATURES
Push-fit Size: 31.7 mm
Apparent field of view: 50°
Eye relief: 11 mm
Weight: 100 g
WHAT'S INCLUDED
1x Eyepiece 15 mm (1.25'')
Available
Vixen NPL 50° Eyepiece 20mm (1.25'')
£51.00*
High-quality eyepiece for beginners who want high-quality results at an affordable price.The 2-group, 4-element Plossl lens design of the NPL eyepieces ensures clear and sharp images with good colour correction. The lenses are fully multi-coated for high light transmission, the eyepieces also offer a comfortable eye distance.Compared with predecessor models, the chromatic aberration has been further reduced to render razor-sharp edges.FEATURESPlug-in diameter: 31.7 mm
Apparent field of vision: 50°
Exit pupil distance: 15 mm
Weight: 110 g
DELIVERY CONTENT
1x 20 mm eyepiece (1.25'')Protective caps on front and back
Available
Vixen NPL 50° Eyepiece 25mm (1.25'')
£59.00*
The 2-group 4-element Plossl optical design of the NPL series eyepieces delivers flat and clear images with good color correction. The NPL20, NPL25, NPL30 and NPL40 eyepieces employ twist-up eye-guards for viewing comfort. The lenses are fully multi-coated for high light transmission.
FEATURES
Push-fit Size: 31.7 mm
Apparent field of view: 50°
Eye relief: 19.5 mm
Weight: 130 g
WHAT'S INCLUDED
1x Eyepiece 25 mm (1.25'')
Available
Vixen NPL 50° Eyepiece 30mm (1.25'')
£58.00*
The 2-group 4-element Plossl optical design of the NPL series eyepieces delivers flat and clear images with good color correction. The NPL20, NPL25, NPL30 and NPL40 eyepieces employ twist-up eye-guards for viewing comfort. The lenses are fully multi-coated for high light transmission.
FEATURES
Push-fit Size: 31.7 mm
Apparent field of view: 50°
Eye relief: 24 mm
Weight: 120 g
WHAT'S INCLUDED
1x Eyepiece 30 mm (1.25'')
Available
Vixen NPL 4.0mm 4 Element Plossl Eyepiece 1.25"
£49.00*
The Vixen NPL 4.0mm 4 Element Plossl Eyepiece 1.25" is a high power Lunar and Planetary eyepiece, most suitable for short to medium focal ratio telescopes. Its four element design gives the eyepiece a respectable field of view and excellent resolving power.
FEATURES
Size: 31.7mm
Apparent FOV: 50°
Eye Relief: 2.3mm
Weight: 70g/2.47 oz.
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
Vixen NPL 4.0mm 4 Element Plossl Eyepiece 1.25"
Available
Vixen NPL 50° Eyepiece 6mm (1.25'')
£46.00*
High-quality eyepiece for beginners who want high-quality results at an affordable price.
The 2-group, 4-element Plossl lens design of the NPL eyepieces ensures clear and sharp images with good colour correction.
The lenses are fully multi-coated for high light transmission, the eyepieces also offer a comfortable eye distance.
In contrast to predecessor models, the chromatic aberration has been further reduced and you will be impressed by the sharpness of the edges.
FEATURES
Plug-in diameter: 31.7 mm
Apparent field of vision: 50°
Eyepoint distance: 3.0 mm
Weight: 70 g
WHAT’S INCLUDED
1x eyepiece 6 mm (1.25”) and protective caps
Available
Vixen NPL 50° Eyepiece 8mm (1.25'')
£49.00*
The 2-group 4-element Plossl optical design of the NPL series eyepieces delivers flat and clear images with good color correction. The lenses are fully multi-coated for high light transmission.
FEATURES
Push-fit Size: 31.7 mm
Apparent field of view: 50°
Eye relief: 4.5 mm
Weight: 79 g
WHAT'S INCLUDED
1x Eyepiece 8 mm (1.25'')
Available
Vixen NPL Eyepiece 40mm (1.25") Plössl
£61.00*
The new NPL Series Eyepieces: 2-group, 4-element Plossl design offers flat and clear images with well-corrected chromatic aberration.
These high-performance eyepieces with full multi-coating are offered at reasonable costs.
Not combineable with
#3919 Universal Cameraadapter
#3931 Cameraadapter SX
#3911 Cameraadapter 36,4mm
Art.Nr. 39202 NPL 6 mm Plössl 31.7mm (1.25")
Art.Nr. 39204 NPL 10 mm Plössl 31.7mm (1.25")
Art.Nr. 39205 NPL 15 mm Plössl 31.7mm (1.25")
Art.Nr. 39206 NPL 20 mm Plössl 31.7mm (1.25")
Art.Nr. 39207 NPL 25 mm Plössl 31.7mm (1.25")
Art.Nr. 39208 NPL 30 mm Plössl 31.7mm (1.25")
Art.Nr. 39209 NPL 40 mm Plössl 31.7mm (1.25")
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Vixen 2x Barlow Lens with T2 Thread
£56.00*
This Barlow lens doubles the focal length of your telescope. It allows you to make astronomical observations with a higher magnification than a conventional eyepiece. Thanks to the Barlow lens between the eyepiece, you can obtain a greater magnification whilst maintaining a comfortable interpupillary distance.This Vixen 2x Barlow lens is ideal for observing and photographing lunar landscapes and details on the brighter planets. The Barlow lens also features a T2 connection for photography with DSLR cameras. With T2 extension tubes, it can also be used as a camera projection adapter.With a deflecting prism, the Barlow lens enables you to obtain a magnification factor of 3.3x.FEATURES2x Barlow lenses with T2 thread2-lens optical systemDoubles the magnification factorAlso suitable as a camera adapter31.7 mm sleeveWeight: 80 gDELIVERY CONTENT 2x Barlow lenses Dust caps
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Vixen SG-L02 Headlamp red-light white-light
£65.00*
The perfect LED head torch for nighttime observations!
Adjusting your eyes to the dark surroundings is very important when making astronomical observations.
In dark areas, it is very difficult to use astronomical equipment without a suitable light.
With normal lights, however, the light intensity is more important than protecting your eyes against bright light.
Using these lights at night makes your pupils contract, which can make it difficult for your eyes to readjust to the darkness.
The SG-L01, our first astronomy LED lamp, featured a built-in red LED that provided a solution to this problem.
However, the red light did not offer optimal visibility. On our new astronomy LED light, the SG-L02, the LED lights produce warm light to improve visibility.
They also ensure that your eyes stay adapted to the dark.
The LEDs do not emit light in the sensitive range of 555 nm.
The brightness of the white light can be adjusted between 3 and 42 lumen, while the red light can be adjusted between 0.28 and 7.62 lumen.
FEATURES
Dimmable red light ensures that your eyes stay adapted to the dark
Built-in rechargeable battery, charges via USB
Waterproof design
LED colour can be switched from red to white
0.28 to 7.62 lumen for red light
3 to 42 lumen for white light
Dimensions: 41 mm x 33 mm x 30 mm
Weight: 29 g
DELIVERY CONTENT
SG-L02 head torch
Strap (size S)
Strap (size L)
Pocket clip
Cable for charging the battery (USB-A plug to USB Micro-B plug)
Available
Vixen Dew Cap Heating
£115.00*
The Vixen dew cap heater prevents your optics from fogging up due to dew.A must-have accessory for cold and damp nights.FEATURES
Consumption: 16.2 Ohm (12 V, 8.9 W)
Dimensions: 655 mm long heater with 2.2 m cable
Connection: 2.1 socket with medium-negative polarity
Weight: 120 g
DELIVERY CONTENT
Battery box
Vixen dew cap heater
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Vixen Moon Filter ND
£42.00*
The bright moon becomes even brighter when viewed through a telescope.With large telescopes, observing at full moon can cause significant eye strain and impair your night vision when you move your eye away from the eyepiece.This moon filter reduces the amount of light, allowing you to observe the moon in comfort.The moon filter features a screw thread for 31.7 mm eyepieces.
FEATURES
Moon filter for 31.7 mm eyepiecesReduces the brightness of the moonProtects your eyes against bright moon lightWeight: 10 gDELIVERY CONTENTMoon filter
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Vixen AXD2 with VMC 260 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
£15,894.00*
AXD2 GoTo mount with VMC260L telescope set
The AXD2 mount comes with the new STARBOOK TEN controller and the PFL polar viewfinder, which allows you to configure the mount quickly and easily via reference stars.
This telescope set has everything that you need for hobby astronomy.
The set includes a telescope, a mount with automatic tracking and a stable tripod.
Featuring the STARBOOK TEN controller, the telescope locates celestial objects automatically so that you don’t need to search for them manually.
Even if you’re not an expert, you can still give your friends an exciting tour through the night sky!
The AXD 2 mount in detail:
Robust construction and lightweight housing with 30 kg load capacity (photographic)
The RA and DEC axes are made using the A7075 superalloy, one the strongest aluminium alloys. The stability of the A7075 superalloy is stronger than titanium, which is known for its strength as a lightweight material. Its thickness is 38% less than titanium. Using the A7075 superalloy for the axes ensures that the AXD mount is both lightweight and stable.
21 bearings
The rotating parts of the AXD mount have a total of 21 bearings. These ensure uniform motion in order to swivel the telescope and track objects.
Stepper motors
Vixen uses precise stepper motors for the mount in order to ensure optimal performance. The motors are controlled via a micro-step motion control system, which eliminates the disadvantage of stepper motors with large steps. The system generates 400 impulses per second at a high speed. This results in very quiet scanning with no vibrations. The stepper motors on the AXD mount have sufficient torques. This is most significant when working at high magnifications and photographing with a CCD camera with small pixel sizes.
Worm gears
The sizes of the worm gears were increased in the latest Atlux version. The AXD mount has 270 teeth in the RA axis and 216 teeth in the DC axis. Both axes are 50 mm in diameter. This ensures that the mount operates with precision and stability.
Low backlash
The Vixen micro-step motion control system ensures that the stepper motors run uniformly at low and high speeds. This eliminates the need for reduction gears in the motor and therefore reduces the backlash in the gears.
Elegant design
The flat sides of the mount were designed based on previous generations of the New Atlux range. The white and silver housing provides a modern and elegant exterior with high functionality.
The AXD is the flagship model in the Vixen mount range.
Original motor layout
The solid RA and DEC motor units are arranged in the lower part of the mount. This means that they automatically act as a counterweight. As a result, you require far fewer weights on the counterweight bar. On small devices, no counterweight is required. The counterweight bar can be slid fully into the housing.
Polar finder scope
The AXD mount is equipped with a 6x20 polar finder as standard. The polar finder features an integrated scale, which provides a quick and easy way to polar align the telescope in the northern hemisphere.
For observations in southern latitudes, the polar finder features an image of the Octans constellation, which can be aligned with the night sky.
VPEC periodic error correction
Periodic errors on mounts are usually measured and corrected by the user. Unlike the old StarBook controller, the STAR BOOK TEN controller saves these errors permanently. The periodic error of the mount is measured in the factory and corrected before delivery. This is known as VPEC and functions automatically as soon as you use the mount.
It delivers an accuracy of +/- 2.8 arc seconds. You can increase the tracking accuracy further by saving your own recorded periodic errors.
The VMC 260 in detail
The optics of the VMC260L are significantly better than the traditional Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. Despite its high 3000 mm focal length, it is just 650 mm long.
Featuring a large 260 mm aperture, the telescope collects large amounts of light for serious professional observations and photography of the planets and countless deep-sky objects.
Thanks to the dielectric mirrors, the VMV260L guarantees razor-sharp images and maximum brightness. The open lens barrels cool the telescope quicker than conventional closed Cassegrain systems.
The telescope can be used with an optional 0.62x focal reducer to reduce the aperture ratio to 1:7.1. This shortens the exposure times and allows you to photograph large objects. The telescope comes with a standard dovetail bar and a carry handle that doubles up as a camera holder for night sky photography.
FEATURES
AXD2 GoTo mount with VMC260L telescope
Professional telescope kit with TR102 tripod
Mount with 30 kg load capacity (photographic)
Modern STARBOOK TEN controller with autoguider input
More than 270,000 pre-installed celestial objects
Illuminated polar finder with direct star alignment
Professional Maksutov-Cassegrain with 260 mm aperture
Very stable metal observatory column
Total weight: 70.1 kg
WHAT’S INCLUDED
P85 observatory column
2 counterweights (1.5 kg and 7.0 kg)
7x50 finder scope
Folding mirror
Carry handle
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