APO140FL F/7

AP Mounted APO140ED F/7
APO140FL F/7 on a Panther160 Mount
APO140FL F/7 Opened Front.
TEC Telescope Size Comparison APO110FL, APO140FL F/7, APO160FL F/7, APO180FL F/7, APO200FL F/7, APO250VT F/8.8, APO300VT F/10.1 (right to left)
APO140FL F/7 Objective Lenses
APO140FL F/7 with Dovetail Plate and Handle Inside of Case

APO140FL F/7

Price : $7,800

APO140FL F/7– TEC’s most popular telescope. It fits everyone’s needs. This Telescope is light weight, portable, and is optimal for visual and CCD imaging. It is one of the best telescopes for its size on the market.

Clear aperture	140mm
Focal Length	980mm
Focal Ratio	7.0
Resolution (Theoretical)	0.8 arc sec
Dew Shield Diameter	5.9″ / 176mm
Tube Diameter	5.9″ / 150mm
Tube Length (Retracted)	33″ / 840mm
Tube Length (Dew Shield Extended)	40″ / 1050mm
Length Incl. Focuser Fully Extended	+3.5″ / 114mm
Length in Working Position with the Focuser in Middle of Focusing Range	43″ / 1090mm
Dist. From Focuser End to Focal Plane (Back Focus)	7.9″ / 200mm
Center of Gravity from the Middle of the Focusing Knob 2.5 lbs / 1 kg load	14″ / 352mm
Center of Gravity from the Middle of the Focuser (Telescope Retracted)	16″ / 406mm
Telescope weight	18 lbs / 8.2kg
Weight Incl. Rings, Plate, Handle, Finder	21 lbs / 9.5kg

Testing and Quality Assurance

TEC Telescopes go through rigorous testing to ensure top quality performance. Newtonian Rings are used throughout the glass production process and we then use an interferometer to correct any remaining imperfections. Every telescope is then tested vigorously to reach the most optimum Strehl ratio possible. Rest assured that your telescope has been optimized to be as optically perfect as possible. If the objective does not reach Yuri’s expectations, the telescope will not be shipped. As a strict policy, TEC will not release telescope test reports.

While the objectives are fine-tuned under interferomerical control to meet the highest optical standards, cosmetic imperfections may exist in the objective and the tube assembly. Please rest assured that any imperfection in the telescope has been determined not to affect the optical performance.

DESCRIPTION

Owing homage to one of TEC’s earliest designs, the APO140ED, the APO140FL F/7debuted in 2017 and has quickly become TEC’s most popular model.

The APO140FL F/7 features an oil-spaced apochromatic-triplet objective with a Fluorite (CaF₂) middle element, resulting in color correction that is optimized for visual use and imaging. This oil-spaced triplet design in combination with multi-layer coatings on all surfaces of the objective ensure maximal light transmission.
The objective is housed in an aluminum cell, providing for excellent thermoregulation properties while remaining lightweight and strong.
The optical assembly sits in a lightweight aluminum tube that utilizes anti-reflective coating and sharp-edged baffles throughout the interior and forget about collimation – after the scope leaves TEC, no adjustment is required.
Further, the crisp all white assembly projects the elegant, handcrafted quality that TEC is known for. Expect deep contrast and rich, natural color out of this compact and timeless design.
Each APO140FL F/7 comes equipped with a Starlight Instruments FTF#3545 Feather Touch Focuser that was designed in collaboration with TEC. This is Starlight Instruments’ largest rotating focuser with coarse and fine focusing 9:1 Planetary Reduction Assembly.
- The APO140FL F/7 can be fitted with to other focuser models by request. Please contact TEC to confirm whether the desired focuser will fit with the desired TEC model.
The 2” locking metal collet is insensitive to temperature fluctuations and holds loads with high precision and concentricity.
Able to accommodate a wide variety of eyepieces and mounts, including the 10Micron GM1000HPS and AZ1000HPS Mounts, the Astro-Physics Mach2GTO, and Track the Stars 160 Panther Mount.

In classic refractor fashion, the TEC APO140FL F/7 is a no compromise, no frills design that lets the wonders of nature speak for themselves. The TEC APO140FL F/7 costs $7,800, including an initial $1,600 refundable deposit. Please know that ALL PRICES AND AVAILABILITY ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE; the price initially quoted for a telescope purchase may not be reflected in the final invoice. Wait times may also be longer than initially quoted. Rest assured that we are working diligently to complete and ship every telescope on order.

Recommended Accessories;

Precision adjustable Tube Rings
9” Dovetail Plate and Carry Handle facilitate easy transportation and fit seamlessly with most mounts.
12″ Dovetail Plate and Carry Handle are perfect for astro-imaging and easy handling.
Focal Reducer Corrector converts the F/7 Ratio to F/6.2 with a 115mm back focus.
TEC Transportation Case that eases transport between observation locations.
TEC Compact Case for easy lifting and transportation.
10×60 Baader Vario Finderscope with a TEC Finder Bracket and Base for Telescope mounting.
7×50 Vixen Finderscope with a TEC Finder Bracket and Base for Telescope mounting.
TEC Eyepiece Turret for quick eyepiece adjustment depending on the target.
Gutekunst Compact Atmospheric Dispersion Corrector (ADC) and adapter set for horizon planetary observation.