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Explore Scientific ED80 80mm f/6 FCD100 Triplet Refractor Telescope

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Explore Scientific ED80 80mm f/6 FCD100 Triplet Refractor TelescopeThe difference between FCD1 and FCD100 glass is subtle in specs but obvious at the eyepiece tighter star points, less residual color on bright targets, and cleaner contrast on high magnification planetary work. The Explore Scientific ED80 FCD100 delivers genuine HOYA FCD100 glass the same premium optical grade found in triplets costing $1,400 and up in a 7. 5 pound grab and go package for $700. For observers upgrading from an FCD1 triplet or wanting

The difference between FCD1 and FCD100 glass is subtle in specs but obvious at the eyepiece — tighter star points, less residual color on bright targets, and cleaner contrast on high-magnification planetary work. The Explore Scientific ED80 FCD100 delivers genuine HOYA FCD100 glass — the same premium optical grade found in triplets costing $1,400 and up — in a 7.5-pound grab-and-go package for $700. For observers upgrading from an FCD1 triplet or wanting to start with the best glass in a portable scope, this is where FCD100 becomes affordable.


Key Features
  • HOYA FCD100 Extra-Low Dispersion Glass – FPL-53 equivalent ED glass in a three-element apochromatic design delivers near-zero chromatic aberration, clean star colors, and excellent contrast from visual wavelengths through H-alpha
  • Air-Spaced Triplet Optical Design – Three-element configuration achieves 1.45 arcsecond resolution and diffraction-limited performance with a wide, well-corrected field
  • 2.5" Hexagonal Dual-Speed Focuser – Rigid hex-profile body with 10:1 fine focus ratio supports up to 10 lbs of imaging gear with zero flex or shift — rotatable for framing without disturbing focus
  • Fast f/6 Focal Ratio – Wide-field sweet spot for deep-sky astrophotography at 480mm, with enough focal length for detailed lunar and planetary views at up to 160x
  • EMD Enhanced Multi-Layer Coatings – Proprietary broadband coatings on all air-to-glass surfaces maximize light transmission and contrast
  • Ultra-Portable Design – Just 7.5 lbs and 15" of tube (dew shield retracted) make this one of the most travel-friendly triplet APOs available — sets up in minutes at any dark-sky site
  • Retractable Dew Shield – Integrated shield blocks stray light and slows dew formation, retracting flush for compact storage and transport
  • 99% Reflective 2" Diagonal Included – Premium dielectric diagonal with brass compression rings maximizes light throughput right out of the box

Ideal For
  • Wide-field astrophotographers who want premium FCD100 optics at a price that leaves room in the budget for a solid mount and camera — 480mm at f/6 frames large nebulae and galaxy groups beautifully, and the 2.5" HEX focuser handles full imaging trains without flinching
  • Grab-and-go observers who refuse to compromise on optical quality — at 7.5 lbs with a 15" tube, this is a true travel scope that still delivers apochromatic color correction and crisp planetary detail
  • Dual-rig astrophotographers looking for a dedicated guide scope or secondary imaging OTA — the compact size and integrated Vixen dovetail mount directly to a larger setup without adapters
  • Budget-conscious astronomers who want FPL-53-class glass without the $1,400–$2,200 price tag of competing 80mm triplets — the ED80 FCD100 is the most affordable 80mm APO with genuine premium-grade ED glass

Accessories & Compatibility

Looking for a lighter-budget entry point? The ED80 Essential Series uses HOYA FCD1 glass and a standard 2" focuser at $500 — a solid choice for visual use and lighter imaging setups where the extra chromatic correction of FCD100 glass isn't critical.

Note: A finder scope and carrying case are not included. The pre-installed 2N1 finder scope base accepts most standard finder scopes and guiding systems.

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