Explore Scientific 82° 24 mm Eyepiece

1. Ultra-Wide Field: This eyepiece delivers an impressive 82° apparent field of view, providing an immersive and expansive viewing experience, especially beneficial for sweeping deep-sky objects and star fields.

2. Advanced Optical Design: Featuring a sophisticated 7-element optical design, the 24 mm eyepiece is engineered to produce very high contrast, exceptional sharpness across the entire field, and excellent color correction, minimizing aberrations.

3. Fully Multi-Coated Optics: Each air-to-glass surface is fully multi-coated with specialized coatings to maximize light throughput. This ensures bright, clear, and high-fidelity images, even in challenging low-light astronomical conditions.

4. Argon-Purged Construction: Internally purged with argon gas, the eyepiece is both waterproof and fog-proof. This sealing protects the internal optical elements from moisture, dust, and fungi, significantly prolonging the product's lifespan and ensuring consistent performance in diverse climates.

ABOUT THE EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC 82° 24 MM EYEPIECE

The Explore Scientific 82° 24 mm Eyepiece stands out within its series due to its specific combination of 24 mm focal length and an expansive 82° apparent field of view. This makes it an ideal choice for observers seeking wide, immersive views of the night sky, particularly for deep-sky objects like nebulae and galaxies, or for comfortably observing large star clusters. Unlike narrower field designs, its generous AFOV allows for extended observation without constant repositioning of the telescope. The sophisticated 7-element optical design is precisely engineered to deliver superior contrast, exceptional sharpness from edge to edge, and accurate color rendition. Its robust construction with an argon-purged interior ensures that stray moisture and fungus will not affect its pristine optical surfaces, providing longevity and consistent performance. Utilizing original accessories and spare parts, such as dedicated filters and cleaning kits, will further prolong the lifetime and maintain the optical integrity of this precision instrument.

ABOUT EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC

Explore Scientific, founded in 2008 and based in Springdale, Arkansas, USA, is renowned for producing high-quality astronomical optics and equipment. The company emphasizes a philosophy of making advanced astronomy accessible to a wider audience without compromising on performance. They are particularly known for their lines of wide-field eyepieces and high-performance telescopes. Explore Scientific combines innovative design with rigorous manufacturing standards, often incorporating advanced materials and processes like argon purging to ensure product durability and optical excellence. Their commitment to providing reliable and optically superb products has earned them a strong reputation among amateur and professional astronomers worldwide.

MAIN FEATURES

• Focal Length: 24 mm

• Apparent Field of View (AFOV): 82°

• Barrel Size: 2" (50.8 mm), compatible with any telescope accepting 2" eyepieces

• Optical Design: 7-element construction for high performance

• Coatings: Fully multi-coated optics for maximum light transmission and contrast

• Environmental Sealing: Argon-purged, waterproof, and fog-proof for use in various conditions

• Eye Relief: 18.2 mm, providing comfortable viewing distances

• Filter Threads: Standard 2" filter threads for accessory attachment

• Weight: Approximately 615 grams

IN THE BOX

• Explore Scientific 82° 24 mm Eyepiece

• Two protective end caps

• Cleaning cloth