{"product_id":"omegon-pro-apo-85-560-ed-triplet-cem26-literoc","title":"Omegon Pro APO 85\/560 ED Triplet Telescope with iOptron CEM26 LiteRoc","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-product-description\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOmegon Pro APO 85\/560 ED Triplet with iOptron CEM26 LiteRoc\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium FPL-53 triplet optics combined with a compact, centre-balanced GoTo equatorial mount — a highly capable complete system for serious astrophotography.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Omegon Pro APO 85\/560 ED Triplet CEM26 LiteRoc combines a high-quality 85mm apochromatic refractor with the portable iOptron CEM26 equatorial mount. The result is a powerful yet transportable imaging system designed for astrophotographers who want excellent optical performance without committing to a large, heavy observatory-class setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its 560mm focal length, premium triplet objective and precision dual-speed focuser, the telescope is particularly well suited to deep-sky imaging while remaining an excellent instrument for high-contrast visual observation of the Moon, planets and brighter deep-sky objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium FPL-53 Triplet Optics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the telescope is an 85mm air-spaced triplet objective incorporating premium Japanese Ohara FPL-53 ED glass. The optical design is engineered to deliver excellent colour correction, high contrast and sharply defined stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor astrophotography, this translates into cleaner stellar images and excellent detail. For visual observing, the unobstructed refractor design provides crisp, high-contrast views particularly suited to lunar and planetary observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e85mm aperture\u003c\/strong\u003e for an excellent balance of light gathering and portability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e560mm focal length\u003c\/strong\u003e for versatile deep-sky imaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ef\/6.6 focal ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFPL-53 triplet objective\u003c\/strong\u003e for excellent colour correction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-contrast, finely resolved views\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully enclosed CNC-manufactured optical tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/Omegon-Apochromatic-refractor-Pro-APO-85-560-ED-Triplet-CEM26-LiteRoc.jpg?v=1787649199\" alt=\"Omegon Pro APO 85\/560 ED Triplet telescope with iOptron CEM26 LiteRoc mount\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for Astrophotography\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 85\/560 is compact enough to travel while providing the optical performance required for serious imaging. At only 440mm long with the dew shield retracted, it makes an excellent portable astrophotography telescope for dark-sky trips and star parties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe CNC-machined tube incorporates an effective internal anti-reflection system, helping suppress unwanted stray light and preserve contrast during both imaging and visual observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePrecision 2-inch Hybrid Crayford Focuser\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA quality optical system needs an equally capable focuser. The Omegon 85\/560 uses a 2-inch hybrid Crayford focuser combining smooth roller-bearing movement with rack-and-pinion support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt offers a substantial \u003cstrong\u003e6kg load capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it suitable for demanding astrophotography configurations including cooled astronomy cameras, filter wheels and other imaging accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dual-speed mechanism provides both coarse adjustment and \u003cstrong\u003e1:10 fine focusing\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing extremely small focus corrections when achieving critical focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-inch hybrid Crayford focuser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1:10 precision microfocus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 6kg load capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e175mm backfocus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e95mm focuser adjustment range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-inch connection with 1.25-inch reducer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotatable focuser for convenient camera framing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/Omegon-Apochromatic-refractor-Pro-APO-85-560-ED-Triplet-CEM26-LiteRoc_1.jpg?v=1787649199\" alt=\"Omegon 85mm FPL-53 triplet APO astrophotography refractor\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eiOptron CEM26 GoTo Equatorial Mount\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe telescope is paired with the \u003cstrong\u003eiOptron CEM26\u003c\/strong\u003e, a compact centre-balanced equatorial mount designed for portable astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a conventional German equatorial mount, iOptron's centre-balanced design positions the payload closer to the centre of the tripod. This creates a naturally stable arrangement while keeping the mount head relatively lightweight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe CEM26 supports a payload of up to \u003cstrong\u003e12kg\u003c\/strong\u003e while the mount head itself weighs approximately 4.5kg, giving astrophotographers considerable capacity for cameras, guiding equipment and other accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAccurate GoTo and Tracking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe CEM26 combines precise tracking with iOptron's Go2Nova GoTo system. 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