Wednesday, December 29th, 2010 at
10:43 am

Orion Explorer II 7-21mm Zoom Telescope Eyepiece
Product Description
Now even the casual telescope user can enjoy the benefits of zoom eyepiece technology. A twist of the affordable Explorer II Zoom housing changes the focal length from 21mm to 7mm, or to any focal length in between. That makes it ideal for locating an object at low magnification, then zooming in at higher magnifications for closer inspection. Without changing eyepieces! Actual magnification range will depend on the focal length of your telescope. It works equally well for astronomical or terrestrial viewing. This four-lens eyepiece boasts fully coated optics and exceptionally long eye relief ranging from 33mm to 16mm. Apparent field of view is 30-deg at 21mm and 43-deg at 7mm. Rubber traction ring ensures a good grip. The 1.25" barrel is threaded for filters. A nice value in a quality zoom eyepiece!
Orion Explorer II 7-21mm Zoom Telescope Eyepiece
Saturday, December 25th, 2010 at
3:35 pm

Orion 3.0mm Edge-On Planetary Telescope Eyepiece
Product Description
Edge-On Planetary eyepieces bring flat-field performance to solar system viewing in the form of three high-magnification focal lengths. Each employs a sophisticated 7-element lens design reminiscent of exotic, high-priced oculars to provide a sharp focus all the way to the edge of their wide 55-degree apparent field of view. The barrel distortion and field curvature aberrations common in standard eyepiece designs are virtually gone. Edge-On Planetary eyepieces let you push the power, whether you're canvassing the lunar terminator or studying the Jovian cloud belts. The 7-element optics are fully multi-coated for high light transmission, and each eyepiece has 20mm eye relief for viewing comfort. Other nice touches: blackened lens edges, pop-down rubber eyeguards, and barrels threaded for 1.25" filters. Barrel diameter: 1.25".
Orion 3.0mm Edge-On Planetary Telescope Eyepiece