Explore Scientific
Explore Scientific occupies a useful place in the market: optics and eyepieces built to a standard that used to cost considerably more, backed by a transferable warranty. Their waterproof, argon-purged wide-field eyepieces and FCD-100 air-spaced apochromatic refractors are the products most often recommended to observers who have outgrown entry-level gear. David Astro carries Explore Scientific products in Canada, held in stock for fast domestic shipping.
Our team uses these instruments in the field, including in the cold and damp conditions where the argon purging in the eyepiece line genuinely earns its keep. We can tell you where the line's strengths are and where a different brand suits your use better.
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Explore Scientific 92° 12mm Long Eye Relief Waterproof Eyepiece - 2"
5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
12mm Focal Length 92° Apparent Field of View 2" Barrel Diameter Long Eye Relief for Viewing Comfort Argon-Purged Waterproof Construction 8 Element...
View full detailsExplore Scientific 92° 17mm Long Eye Relief Waterproof Eyepiece - 2"
17mm Focal Length 92° Apparent Field of View 20.02mm Long Eye Relief 2" Diameter Barrel 8 Elements in 6 Groups Argon-Purged Waterproof Constructio...
View full detailsExplore Scientific 92° ED Series 14mm Waterproof Eyepiece
14mm Focal Length 92° Apparent Field of View 2-inch Barrel Diameter 18mm Eye Relief 9 Elements in 6 Groups with ED Glass Waterproof, Argon-Purged ...
View full detailsExplore Scientific 92° ED Series 20mm Waterproof Eyepiece
Apparent Field of View: 92° Focal Length: 20mm Barrel Size: 2" Optical Design: ED Glass Element Eye Relief: 20.2 mm Field Stop: 31.7 mm Con...
View full detailsExplore Scientific 92° ED Series 25mm Waterproof Eyepiece
25mm Focal Length 92° Apparent Field of View 2" Barrel Diameter 19.6mm Eye Relief Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Glass Waterproof and Argon-Purged D...
View full detailsExplore Scientific 92° ED Series 9mm Waterproof Eyepiece
9mm Focal Length 92° Apparent Field of View 2-inch Barrel Diameter 18mm Eye Relief Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Glass Waterproof and Argon-Purged Con...
View full detailsExplore Scientific 99% Reflective Diagonal -2"
2-inch Diagonal Barrel with Tapered Safety Edge 99% Reflectivity from Dielectric Coatings Includes 1.25-inch Eyepiece Adapter Compression Ring Loc...
View full detailsExplore Scientific 99% Reflective Diagonal -3"
3-inch diagonal body for large format focusers 99% reflectivity from durable dielectric coatings Includes a 2-inch eyepiece adapter with compressi...
View full detailsExplore Scientific Adapter for FFFR507X-00 to 2.5" Hex Focuser
Dedicated Compatibility: Connects the Explore Scientific 3" 0.7x Reducer/Corrector (FFFR507X-00) to any telescope using the 2.5" Hex Focuser. Im...
View full detailsExplore Scientific APO EDT Series Rack & Pinion Focuser
2" Diameter Rack & Pinion Focuser 10:1 Dual-Speed Fine Focus Control Weighs 2.0lb (.91kg) Includes 1.25" Compression Ring Adapter Three Lockin...
View full detailsExplore Scientific AR102 Doublet Refractor
5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
102mm (4-inch) Aperture f/6.5 Focal Ratio 11.5 lbs Optical Tube Weight Two-Speed 2" Crayford Focuser Includes 2" Dielectric Diagonal & 8x50 Fi...
View full detailsExplore Scientific AR127 Doublet Refractor
5.0 / 5.0
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127mm Achromatic Doublet Refractor Air-Spaced Crown-and-Flint Optics Dual-Speed Focuser for Fine Adjustment Dielectric-Coated Diagonal Included Cr...
View full detailsExplore Scientific AR152 Doublet Refractor
152mm (6-inch) Aperture f/6.5 Focal Ratio Air-Spaced Doublet Achromatic Optics 2" Dual-Speed Focuser 2" Diagonal with 99% Dielectric Coatings 8x50...
View full detailsExplore Scientific Astro R-Lite Red Flashlight
Variable intensity red LED light to protect dark-adapted vision Three lighting modes: high, low, and flashing signal Durable, weather-resistant al...
View full detailsExplore Scientific Backpack Carrying Case
Customizable Padded Main Compartment External Tripod-Carry Straps Dedicated Pockets for Accessories and Charts Designed for Select Explore Scienti...
View full detailsExplore Scientific Backpack Carrying Case (102mm Configuration)
Internal Dimensions: 18in x 15in (46cm x 38cm) Custom-configured for Explore Scientific 102mm refractors Includes three thumb screws for tool-free...
View full detailsExplore Scientific BinoViewer for Telescopes
Engage both eyes for more comfortable, immersive viewing Sliding interpupillary distance adjustment with twist locks Accepts two matched 1.25" eye...
View full detailsExplore Scientific BT 150mm ED Giant Binocular
Dual 150mm Objective Lenses Premium Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Glass Accepts Interchangeable 1.25-inch Eyepieces Includes a Pair of Starter Eyepiec...
View full detailsExplore Scientific BT 82mm ED Giant Binocular
Dual 82mm Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Objective Lenses Reduces Chromatic Aberration for Color-True Images Accepts Standard 1.25" Interchangeable Eye...
View full detailsExplore Scientific BT-120 SF Large Binoculars
Large-Aperture Binocular Telescope Design Angled Eyepiece Holders for Comfortable Viewing Accepts Standard 1.25" Eyepieces Nitrogen-Purged, Waterp...
View full detailsExplore Scientific BT-120mm ED Giant Binocular
Twin 120mm ED Glass Objectives Interchangeable 1.25" Eyepiece Holders Includes Starter Eyepiece Pair Reduces Eye Strain for Long Sessions Requires...
View full detailsExplore Scientific BT-70 SF Large Binoculars with 62 Degree LER Eyepieces
Large Aperture Objective Lenses Interchangeable 1.25" Eyepiece Compatibility Comfortable 45-Degree Angled Viewing Waterproof and Nitrogen-Purged M...
View full detailsExplore Scientific Camera Dovetail Plate
Adapts cameras to any standard Vixen-style saddle Multiple slotted mounting points for precise balancing Includes a standard camera mounting bolt ...
View full detailsExplore Scientific Camera-Ring M48x0.75 for Canon EOS
Connects Canon EOS cameras to M48x0.75 accessories Optimized for full-frame sensors to eliminate vignetting Wider clear aperture than standard M42...
View full detailsThe Explore Scientific Lineup
Explore Scientific covers visual and imaging from beginner through advanced, with the eyepiece series being the best-known part of the catalogue.
- 62, 68, 82 and 92 degree eyepieces: Waterproof and argon-purged so internal surfaces cannot fog, which matters on humid Canadian summer nights and in rapid temperature drops.
- 100 degree series: Very wide apparent field designs for immersive views, particularly effective in undriven Dobsonians where field width equals tracking time.
- ED apochromatic refractors: FCD-100 and FCD-1 glass air-spaced triplets with carbon fibre and aluminium tube options, suited to both wide-field imaging and high-contrast visual use.
- Truss-tube and solid-tube Dobsonians: Large-aperture visual instruments with collapsible designs that make transport realistic.
- Maksutov-Newtonian and Cassegrain optics: Long focal length designs for planetary and lunar detail.
- Diagonals, Barlows and accessories: Dielectric diagonals, focal extenders and finders designed around the rest of the line.
Why Choose David Astro for Explore Scientific
Explore Scientific's range is broad enough that the wrong choice within it is easy. We narrow it against your telescope and your sky.
- Eyepiece series matched to focal ratio: The wider series perform best in fast telescopes where cheaper designs break down at the edge; in slow scopes the narrower series is often the better value.
- Weight and balance checked: The 100 degree eyepieces are heavy enough to unbalance a small Dobsonian, and we will tell you before you order rather than after.
- Authorized dealer: Full manufacturer warranty, with the transferable coverage properly registered and warranty handled domestically.
- Canadian stock: In-stock items ship from Canada with no duties or brokerage fees for Canadian buyers.
- Setup and collimation support: In-house help with first light on the larger Dobsonians and Newtonians.
Explore Scientific in Canada — Frequently Asked Questions
- What does argon purging actually do?
- It replaces the air inside the eyepiece with dry argon and seals it, so interior lens surfaces cannot fog when the eyepiece is moved between warm and cold air. In Canadian conditions that happens constantly.
- Is the 82 or the 92 degree series better?
- The 92 series has a wider field and better edge correction in fast telescopes, at more weight and cost. In an f/8 or slower scope the 82 series performs very close to it for considerably less.
- Are the ED refractors good for imaging?
- Yes, paired with a matched field flattener. The triplet designs control colour well enough for broadband imaging, and the focusers on the current models handle typical imaging trains.
- Is the warranty valid if I buy in Canada?
- Yes, and it is handled here. As an authorized dealer we register and service warranty claims domestically, without international shipping.
Choosing within the range?
Tell us your telescope and what you observe, and we will narrow it down. Canadian stock, warranty handled here.