About this product
Model: wo_pleiades_181_red
Part Number: T-P-181RD
INCOMING: William Optics Pleiades 181 f/5.5 Apo Refractor
Introducing the William Optics Pleiades 181 – the ultimate imaging telescope for medium-format astrophotography.
Elevate your stargazing and astrophotography experience with the newly launched Pleiades 181 by William Optics, a masterpiece exclusively designed for imaging with medium format cameras. This state-of-the-art telescope boasts a substantial 181mm objective diameter and 998mm focal length, encapsulated in a sleek, robust design with a 3.7” R&P focuser for precise control.
High-Performance Optics:
The Pleiades 181 features a seven-element, temperature-compensated lens system, ensuring minimal thermal distortion and a Strehl ratio minimum of 0.96 for sharp, clear images across a greater than 55mm image circle.
Designed for Medium Format Cameras:
Engineered specifically for medium format imaging, the Pleiades 181 accommodates cameras with an M68x1 thread, capturing expansive celestial scenes with unmatched clarity and colour accuracy, making it an ideal choice for serious astrophotographers.
Unique Cosmos Steering Wheel:
A pioneering addition, the Cosmos Steering Wheel allows for effortless handling, rotating, and precise telescope positioning, enhancing comfort and functional ease during prolonged observation sessions.
Durable and Portable:
Despite its large aperture, the Pleiades 181 remains relatively portable, weighing 33.07 lbs (OTA only) and 41.23 lbs fully equipped with rings, dovetail, and saddle. The retracted and extended lengths are 1231mm and 1496mm, respectively, with a dew shield diameter of φ230mm.
Why Choose Pleiades 181?
Designed with the specific needs of advanced astrophotographers, the Pleiades 181 is a dedicated imaging gateway to exploring the cosmos with exceptional detail and depth. Whether you are capturing distant galaxies or the intricate patterns of nebulae, the Pleiades 181 brings the universe closer to you with unparalleled precision.
Explore the heavens with precision and elegance with the new Pleiades 181 from William Optics, where innovation meets the art of celestial imaging.
NOTE:
Before storing, please allow the telescope optics and components to dry thoroughly and be free of moisture or dew (condensation).
To prevent potential damage to the optical elements, always store the telescope at a consistent temperature and in a dry environment.
If cared for this way, your telescope will provide many years of reliable service.
Specifications
Lens Type | 7 Elements Astrograph Design (Contain 3 Super ED) |
Focal Length | 998mm |
Diameter | 181mm |
f/ratio | F5.5 |
Image Circle | 55mm |
Focuser | WO 3.7” R&P Focuser |
Optional Flattener | No Flattener Required |
Adapters | N/A |
Lens Material | FPL53 |
Camera Format | Full Frame |
Dimensions | Length 1496mm, OTA Weight 15kg,Total Weight 18.7kg |
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