Bresser N 203/800 Messier NT 203S Hexafoc OTA
Supplied without a dedicated mount, the Bresser N 203/800 Messier NT 203S Hexafoc OTA provides a fast 203mm Newtonian optical tube with 800mm focal length and Vixen-style mounting.
- Standalone 203mm fast Newtonian optical tube
- 800mm focal length uses f/3.9 optics
- 2.5-inch 10:1 focuser and Vixen dovetail included
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Description
Bring a fast photo-visual optical platform into a custom astronomy setup with the Bresser N 203/800 Messier NT 203S Hexafoc OTA, a standalone 203 mm Newtonian reflector with an 800 mm focal length and listed f/3.9 optical ratio. The verified configuration includes an aluminum optical tube, 85 mm secondary mirror, 2.5-inch Hexafoc focuser, 8×50 finder, mounting rings, stainless steel dovetail rail, camera holder, smartphone adapter, 26 mm eyepiece, and aperture solar filter.
The optical tube is designed for compatible mounting equipment selected separately, with a manufacturer-listed 60 mm inward backfocus, six-point flotation support for the primary mirror, large adjustment knobs, and preparation for an optional 10:1 focuser reduction and HR Coma Corrector. The mount, tripod, counterweights, tracking system, and power equipment are not part of this standalone OTA configuration unless separately supplied by the seller.
Key Features of Bresser N 203/800 Messier NT 203S Hexafoc OTA
This optical tube assembly combines a fast 203 mm Newtonian optical system with a large secondary mirror, 2.5-inch Hexafoc focusing, universal mounting hardware, camera support, and supplied accessories for wide-field deep-sky observation and compatible astrophotography setups selected by the buyer.
- 203 mm parabolic Newtonian reflector
- 800 mm focal length with listed f/3.9 optical ratio
- 2.5-inch Hexafoc focuser
- 85 mm secondary mirror
- 6-point flotation mirror support
- 8×50 optical finder with reticle
- Universal 44 mm dovetail plate with stainless steel rail
- Camera holder and smartphone navigation adapter
Fast Wide-Field Optical Configuration
The supplied application focuses on standalone wide-field deep-sky observation and compatible astrophotography configurations, with the fast f/3.9 optical format supporting broad celestial fields while final tracking accuracy, payload support, camera compatibility, and mount stability depend on the separately selected equatorial mount and other system components.
Included Accessories
The verified OTA package includes the optical tube, 26 mm Super Plossl eyepiece, integrated 1.25-inch and T2 adapter, 2-inch eyepiece adapter, 8×50 finder, aperture solar filter, smartphone navigation adapter, Stellarium software, tube rings, carrying handle, integrated camera holder, universal stainless steel dovetail rail, and related mounting hardware.
- 26 mm Super Plossl eyepiece and adapter system
- 8×50 finder, solar filter, smartphone adapter, and software
- Tube rings, carrying handle, camera holder, and dovetail rail
Bresser Warranty and Support
The supplied product information lists a 2-year factory warranty for this optical tube assembly, while the current manufacturer listing provides separate extended-warranty information, so buyers should confirm whether coverage applies to the OTA, included optical accessories, mounting hardware, and separately purchased mount or imaging equipment before completing the custom telescope configuration.
Bresser N 203/800 Messier NT 203S Hexafoc OTA Specs
| Brand | Bresser |
| Full Model Code | Bresser Messier NT-203S/800 OTA |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector (Fast Photo-Visual Format) |
| Aperture | 203 mm (8.0 inches) |
| Focal Length | 800 mm |
| Focal Ratio | f/3.9 |
| Optical Coatings | High-Reflective Aluminum Coating with Quartz Protective Layer |
| Secondary Mirror Obstruction | 70 mm |
| Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area | 11.9% |
| Backfocus Distance | 85 mm |
| Resolving Power | 0.57 Arcseconds |
| Limiting Visual Magnitude | 13.5 |
| Highest Useful Magnification | 400x |
| Lowest Useful Magnification | 29x |
| Optical Tube Material | Steel |
| Focuser Style & Mechanism | 2.5-inch Hexafoc Heavy-Duty Rack and Pinion Focuser (with Dual-Speed 10:1 Micro-Focusing Mechanism) |
| Mirror Lock Mechanism | No |
| Optical Tube Dimensions | 250 mm x 740 mm |
| Optical Tube Weight | 11.5 kg (25.35 lbs) |
| Mount Attachment Type | Universal Vixen-Style Dovetail Bar with Stainless Steel Rail Protection |
| Finder Scope Specification | 8x50 Optical Finder Scope |
| Included Accessories | 26mm Super Plossl Eyepiece (31x), 1.25-inch Eyepiece Adapter, Heavy-Duty Tube Rings with Carrying Handle and Integrated Piggyback Camera Mount, Universal Vixen Dovetail Plate |
| Standard Warranty | 2-Year Factory Warranty |
| Application | Standalone high-speed custom optical tube optimized for wide-field prime astrophotography and intense deep-sky verification setups, utilizing an oversized secondary mirror assembly for optimized sensor illumination. |






























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