Explore Scientific MN 152/740 Maksutov-Newton OTA

Description

Compact wide-field catadioptric performance defines the Explore Scientific MN 152/740 Maksutov-Newton OTA, a 152 mm Maksutov-Newtonian optical tube with a 740 mm focal length and listed f/4.87 optical ratio. Its carbon-fiber tube includes a 2-inch Crayford focuser with 10:1 reduction, BK7 meniscus corrector lens, 8×50 illuminated finder, cradle rings with handle, Vixen-style dovetail, 25 mm eyepiece, and dual cooling-fan interface for a compatible visual or imaging system.

The supplied OTA is intended for use with a separately selected mount and tripod, while the carbon-fiber structure provides the stated lightweight optical configuration and the Maksutov-Newtonian design supports the listed wide-field observation and supported astrophotography applications. Final tracking, payload, camera spacing, collimation, thermal behavior, and image quality depend on the complete telescope system and selected accessories.

Key Features of Explore Scientific MN 152/740 Maksutov-Newton OTA

This standalone Maksutov-Newtonian combines a 152 mm aperture with a 740 mm focal length, BK7 meniscus corrector, carbon-fiber optical tube, 2-inch Crayford focuser, 10:1 reduction, 8×50 finder, cradle rings, Vixen rail, 25 mm eyepiece, and cooling-fan interface.

• 152 mm Maksutov-Newtonian optical system
• 740 mm focal length with listed f/4.87 optical ratio
• BK7 meniscus corrector lens
• Carbon-fiber optical tube
• 2-inch Crayford focuser with 10:1 reduction
• 8×50 illuminated optical finder
• Cradle rings with carrying handle
• Vixen dovetail, 25 mm eyepiece, and cooling-fan interface

Wide-Field Visual and Imaging Configuration

The supplied application focuses on wide-field deep-sky observation, cometary targets, star clusters, nebulae, lunar viewing, and supported astrophotography, with the 740 mm focal length supporting the listed fast optical format while final mount stability, camera compatibility, guiding, cooling, collimation, and focus spacing depend on the completed system.

Why Choose Explore Scientific MN 152/740 Maksutov-Newton OTA

The Comet Hunter OTA is relevant when a compact carbon-fiber catadioptric reflector is needed with a fast focal ratio, 2-inch 10:1 Crayford focusing, large 8×50 finder, cradle rings, carrying handle, Vixen mounting, supplied 25 mm eyepiece, and a cooling interface for a compatible observation or imaging platform.

• 152 mm aperture with the listed fast Maksutov-Newtonian format
• Carbon-fiber tube with 2-inch 10:1 Crayford focuser
• Finder, eyepiece, rings, handle, rail, and cooling interface included

Explore Scientific 2-Year Limited Warranty

The supplied product information lists a 2-year limited warranty for this optical tube assembly, and the applicable warranty terms, optical coverage, focuser coverage, finder coverage, cooling-interface coverage, registration requirements, and authorized service process should be confirmed before purchase because the mount, tripod, and other system components are selected separately.