{"title":"TeleVue DeLite 62° Eyepieces","description":"\u003cp\u003eTeleVue DeLite eyepieces combine a 62° apparent field of view with 20mm of eye relief in a compact 1.25\" body, making them comfortable for eyeglass wearers and long sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFocal lengths run from 3mm to 18.2mm, including 4mm, 5mm, 7mm, 9mm, 11mm, 13mm and 15mm. The short focal lengths suit high magnification on planets and double stars, especially in fast refractors and Dobsonians.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"tele-vue-delite-13mm-62-eyepiece","title":"Tele Vue DeLite 13mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e13mm Focal Length\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e62° Apparent Field of View\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1.25\" Barrel Diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e20mm Eye Relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e13.8mm Field Stop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n          \u003ch2\u003eTele Vue DeLite 13mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 13mm is engineered as a compact, lightweight evolution of the Delos series, utilizing optical advancements derived from the Ethos project to achieve high-contrast performance in a 1.25-inch format. By scaling the design to a 62° apparent field, this optic maintains the pure image quality of the Delos while reducing total mass to 7.8 oz. It serves as a technically precise solution for observers requiring long eye relief and Dioptrx compatibility in a portable mechanical footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003e20mm Eye Relief and Adjustable Locking Eyeguard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 13mm is engineered with a constant 20mm eye relief and a sliding mechanical housing to ensure consistent, comfortable eye placement for all observers. This long-relief design allows eyeglass wearers to maintain enough clearance to see the entire 62° field without contact between spectacles and the eyepiece. By locking the eyeguard at the specific height required for your eye's anatomy, you effectively eliminate the blackouts and \"kidney-beaning\" caused by improper eye positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSliding Locking Eyeguard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a physical hard-stop to secure the optimal eye point for consistent viewing sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDioptrx Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrates directly with Tele Vue Dioptrx lenses to resolve eyesight astigmatism while maintaining the ergonomic benefits of long eye relief.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003e13.8mm Field Stop and Framing Capacity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eWith a 13.8mm field stop, the Tele Vue DeLite 13mm is designed to provide a true field of view that frames compact deep-sky objects such as the Hercules Cluster (M13) with significant dark sky context. In an 8-inch f\/6 Dobsonian, this eyepiece produces 92x magnification, a combination that balances background sky darkness with enough scale to resolve outer stellar members. The 62° field format is physically smaller than the Delos or Nagler lines, facilitating easier balance on lightweight mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eOperational Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eObservers often evaluate the Tele Vue DeLite 13mm against wider-field designs based on weight, eye relief, and specific telescope requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. 13mm Nagler Type 6:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Nagler provides an 82° field but limits eye relief to 12mm, whereas the DeLite 13mm provides 20mm of eye relief for eyeglass compatibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. 12mm Delos:\u003c\/strong\u003e While the Delos offers a 72° field and 20mm eye relief, the DeLite 13mm weighs approximately 45% less, improving balance on lightweight tracking mounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Tele Vue DeLite 13mm a good all-around eyepiece?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, the 13mm focal length is considered a sweet spot for many telescopes. It provides mid-range magnification that is powerful enough for lunar and planetary detail while maintaining a wide enough field to observe larger deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula or Hercules Cluster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the DeLite 13mm compare to the 13mm Nagler Type 6?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 13mm DeLite focuses on maximum comfort and contrast with 20mm of eye relief and a 62° field. In contrast, the 13mm Nagler offers a wider 82° immersive view but has a much tighter 12mm eye relief, making the DeLite the preferred choice for those who wear glasses or observers who prefer a more relaxed eye position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the DeLite 13mm comfortable for eyeglass wearers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. With a generous 20mm of eye relief and a unique sliding, locking eyeguard, the DeLite 13mm allows users to maintain their glasses while seeing the full field of view. The adjustable guard allows you to set the perfect height to eliminate blackouts and eye strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the DeLite 13mm in a binoviewer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe DeLite 13mm is highly recommended for binoviewing due to its slim, lightweight 7.8 oz design. Its narrow body provides ample space for nose clearance between the two eyepieces, and its parfocal nature makes it easy to swap with other Tele Vue eyepieces without major refocusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat makes the 13mm DeLite different from the Delos series?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe DeLite 13mm is essentially a smaller, more economical, and lighter version of the 13mm Delos. While it reduces the apparent field of view from 72° to 62°, it retains the same elite glass quality, high contrast, and 20mm eye relief in a more portable, compact package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApparent Field of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye Relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField Stop Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrel Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.8 oz (221 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElements\/Groups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\/4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParfocal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (Group B)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"13mm DeLite Eyepiece\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Delite-13mm-Eyepiece-1.jpg?v=1776214371\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDeLite 13mm Eyepiece\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n                \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"Dust Cap Top\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/TeleVue-2inch-Dustcap.jpg?v=1774403118\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDust Cap (Top)\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"1.25-inch Dust Cap\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Dust-Cap-1-25inch-Bottom.jpg?v=1776216395\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDust Cap (Bottom)\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-DeLite-Manual.pdf?v=1776216181\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"DAV-img-box\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M0 64C0 28.7 28.7 0 64 0L224 0l0 128c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32l128 0 0 144-208 0c-35.3 0-64 28.7-64 64l0 144-48 0c-35.3 0-64-28.7-64-64L0 64zm384 64l-128 0L256 0 384 128zM176 352l32 0c30.9 0 56 25.1 56 56s-25.1 56-56 56l-16 0 0 32c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-48 0-80c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 80c13.3 0 24-10.7 24-24s-10.7-24-24-24l-16 0 0 48 16 0zm96-80l32 0c26.5 0 48 21.5 48 48l0 64c0 26.5-21.5 48-48 48l-32 0c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-128c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 128c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16l0-64c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16l-16 0 0 96 16 0zm80-112c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l48 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 32 32 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-64 0-64z\" fill=\"#0047a7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDownload Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/televue-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTeleVue 5-Year Limited Warranty for Telescopes and Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TeleVue","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51170682765597,"sku":"TV-EDE-13.0","price":427.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Delite-13mm-Eyepiece-1.jpg?v=1776214371"},{"product_id":"tele-vue-delite-9mm-62-eyepiece-1-25","title":"Tele Vue DeLite 9mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e9mm Focal Length\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e62° Apparent Field of View\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1.25\" Barrel Diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e20mm Eye Relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e9.6mm Field Stop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n          \u003ch2\u003eTele Vue DeLite 9mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 9mm is a high-magnification optic developed as a more compact and economical alternative to the Delos series while maintaining identical 20mm eye relief. Built on the optical heritage of the Ethos project, this 1.25-inch eyepiece provides high-contrast planetary and lunar views without the bulk of larger ultra-wide designs. It serves as a technically precise solution for observers who prioritize ergonomic comfort and Dioptrx compatibility during high-power observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003e20mm Eye Relief and Adjustable Locking Eyeguard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 9mm is engineered with a constant 20mm eye relief and a sliding mechanical housing to ensure consistent, comfortable eye placement for all observers. This long-relief design allows eyeglass wearers to maintain enough clearance to see the entire 62° field without contact between spectacles and the eyepiece. By locking the eyeguard at the specific height required for your eye's anatomy, you effectively eliminate the blackouts and \"kidney-beaning\" caused by improper eye positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSliding Locking Eyeguard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a physical hard-stop to secure the optimal eye point for consistent viewing sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDioptrx Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrates directly with Tele Vue Dioptrx lenses to resolve eyesight astigmatism while maintaining the ergonomic benefits of long eye relief.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003e9.6mm Field Stop and High-Power Resolution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eWith a 9.6mm field stop, the Tele Vue DeLite 9mm is optimized for resolving fine details in lunar craters or planetary atmospheric bands. In a standard 8-inch f\/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain, this eyepiece produces 222x magnification with a 0.9mm exit pupil, a combination that favors high-resolution study while preserving background sky darkness. The 62° apparent field provides a 25% wider view than a standard Plössl, allowing for longer tracking times in non-motorized telescopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eOperational Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eObservers often evaluate the Tele Vue DeLite 9mm against shorter focal length designs based on eye relief and mechanical footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. 9mm Nagler Type 6:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Nagler offers an 82° field but restricts eye relief to 12mm; the DeLite 9mm provides 20mm of eye relief for superior comfort for eyeglass wearers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. 10mm Delos:\u003c\/strong\u003e While the Delos offers a 72° field, the DeLite 9mm is significantly lighter and slimmer, making it more suitable for use in binoviewers or small travel refractors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy is the 9mm focal length in the DeLite series preferred for planetary resolution?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 9mm focal length sits at a sweet spot for many telescopes, providing high magnification that holds steady even in average atmospheric conditions. It delivers a crisp exit pupil that maximizes contrast on planetary belts and lunar shadows, making it a primary choice for discerning observers seeking fine detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat makes the eye relief on the DeLite 9mm superior for comfort?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DeLite 9mm offers a generous 20mm of eye relief, which is significantly more than traditional planetary eyepieces like Plössls or Orthoscopics. This allows observers to see the entire field of view comfortably, even while wearing thick eyeglasses, preventing the eye fatigue often associated with high-power viewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the 62-degree field of view improve the observing experience?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 62-degree apparent field of view is designed to be easily taken in at a single glance. This framing helps minimize distracting light scatter and allows the observer to concentrate on the target, providing a more immersive experience than narrow eyepieces without the daunting scale of ultra-wide designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the sliding eyeguard system function on the 9mm DeLite?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe eyepiece features a unique mechanical housing that allows the eyeguard to slide and lock into any position. This enables you to customize the height to match your eye's natural resting point, effectively eliminating blackouts and ensuring consistent eye positioning for every session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the DeLite 9mm offer true color fidelity for deep-sky objects?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond its planetary prowess, the DeLite 9mm is prized for its color neutrality. It does not add any warm or cool tints to the image, which is essential for observing the subtle hues of double stars and the delicate structures of small planetary nebulae or bright galaxies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the 9mm DeLite compatible with standard 1.25-inch filters?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the barrel of the 9mm DeLite is threaded to accept standard 1.25-inch astronomy filters. This allows for the seamless use of Moon filters, planetary color filters, or UHC filters to enhance contrast depending on your specific target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApparent Field of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye Relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField Stop Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.6 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrel Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.3 oz (207 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElements\/Groups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\/4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParfocal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (Group B)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"9mm DeLite Eyepiece\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Delite-9mm-Eyepiece-1.jpg?v=1776216810\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDeLite 9mm Eyepiece\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"Dust Cap Top\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/TeleVue-2inch-Dustcap.jpg?v=1774403118\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDust Cap (Top)\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"1.25-inch Dust Cap\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Dust-Cap-1-25inch-Bottom.jpg?v=1776216395\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDust Cap (Bottom)\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n   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0zm80-112c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l48 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 32 32 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-64 0-64z\" fill=\"#0047a7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDownload Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n          \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/televue-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTeleVue 5-Year Limited Warranty for Telescopes and Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TeleVue","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51170757607709,"sku":"TV-EDE-09.0","price":427.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Delite-9mm-Eyepiece-1.jpg?v=1776222575"},{"product_id":"tele-vue-delite-7mm-62-eyepiece","title":"Tele Vue DeLite 7mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e7mm Focal Length\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e62° Apparent Field of View\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1.25\" Barrel Diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e20mm Eye Relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e7.5mm Field Stop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n          \u003ch2\u003eTele Vue DeLite 7mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 7mm is engineered as a compact, lightweight evolution of the Delos series, utilizing optical advancements derived from the Ethos project to achieve high-contrast performance in a 1.25-inch format. By scaling the design to a 62° apparent field, this optic maintains the pure image quality of the Delos while reducing total mass to 7.3 oz. It serves as a technically precise solution for observers requiring long eye relief and Dioptrx compatibility in a portable mechanical footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003e20mm Eye Relief and Adjustable Locking Eyeguard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 7mm is engineered with a constant 20mm eye relief and a sliding mechanical housing to ensure consistent, comfortable eye placement for all observers. This long-relief design allows eyeglass wearers to maintain enough clearance to see the entire 62° field without contact between spectacles and the eyepiece. By locking the eyeguard at the specific height required for your eye's anatomy, you effectively eliminate the blackouts and \"kidney-beaning\" caused by improper eye positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSliding Locking Eyeguard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a physical hard-stop to secure the optimal eye point for consistent viewing sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDioptrx Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrates directly with Tele Vue Dioptrx lenses to resolve eyesight astigmatism while maintaining the ergonomic benefits of long eye relief.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003e7.5mm Field Stop and High-Power Magnification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eWith a 7.5mm field stop, the Tele Vue DeLite 7mm is optimized for high-magnification observation of planetary detail, double stars, and lunar features. In an 8-inch f\/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain, this eyepiece produces 285x magnification, delivering the scale necessary to resolve the Cassini Division or rilles on the lunar surface. The 62° field format is physically smaller than the Delos or Nagler lines, facilitating easier balance on lightweight mounts and compact travel telescopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eOperational Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eObservers often evaluate the Tele Vue DeLite 7mm against wider-field designs based on weight, eye relief, and specific telescope requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. 7mm Nagler Type 6:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Nagler provides an 82° field but limits eye relief to 12mm, whereas the DeLite 7mm provides 20mm of eye relief for superior eyeglass compatibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. 6mm Delos:\u003c\/strong\u003e While the Delos offers a 72° field and 20mm eye relief, the DeLite 7mm is significantly more compact and lighter, improving balance on smaller tracking mounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the Tele Vue 7mm DeLite provide enough eye relief for eyeglasses?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, the \u003cstrong\u003eTele Vue 7mm DeLite\u003c\/strong\u003e features a constant \u003cstrong\u003e20mm eye relief\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is specifically designed to allow spectacle wearers to see the entire 62° apparent field without removing their glasses. The adjustable sliding eyeguard allows users to lock in the exact height needed to eliminate blackouts caused by improper eye positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the Tele Vue 7mm DeLite compare to the 7mm Nagler Type 6?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTele Vue 7mm DeLite\u003c\/strong\u003e prioritizes eye relief (20mm) and absolute on-axis contrast over the wider 82° field of the Nagler. While the Nagler offers a more immersive \"spacewalk\" feel, the DeLite’s \u003cstrong\u003e62° field\u003c\/strong\u003e and simpler lens geometry often result in better scatter control for planetary observers and those using eyeglass correction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Tele Vue 7mm DeLite suitable for planetary viewing in an f\/10 SCT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIn a standard 8-inch f\/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain, the \u003cstrong\u003eTele Vue 7mm DeLite\u003c\/strong\u003e yields 285x magnification and a \u003cstrong\u003e0.7mm exit pupil\u003c\/strong\u003e. This configuration is highly effective for resolving detail on \u003cstrong\u003eJupiter\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eSaturn\u003c\/strong\u003e during nights of steady atmospheric seeing, though it may be too high for frequent use under turbulent conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan the Tele Vue 7mm DeLite be used for bino-viewing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTele Vue 7mm DeLite\u003c\/strong\u003e is an industry-standard choice for binoviewers due to its \u003cstrong\u003eslim 1.9-inch housing diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e, which provides ample space for most interpupillary distances. Its light weight (7.3 oz) also helps prevent balance issues and strain on the binoviewer’s internal prisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the Tele Vue 7mm DeLite show \"kidney-beaning\" or spherical aberration of the exit pupil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTele Vue 7mm DeLite\u003c\/strong\u003e is optically corrected to minimize spherical aberration of the exit pupil, significantly reducing the \"kidney-bean\" effect common in long-eye-relief eyepieces. Proper use of the \u003cstrong\u003esliding eyeguard\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures the eye remains at the correct focal point to keep the field fully illuminated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApparent Field of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye Relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField Stop Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrel Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.3 oz (207 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElements\/Groups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\/4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParfocal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (Group B)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"7mm DeLite Eyepiece\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Delite-7mm-Eyepiece-1.jpg?v=1776222706\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDeLite 7mm Eyepiece\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"Dust Cap Top\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/TeleVue-2inch-Dustcap.jpg?v=1774403118\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDust Cap (Top)\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"1.25-inch Dust Cap\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Dust-Cap-1-25inch-Bottom.jpg?v=1776216395\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDust Cap (Bottom)\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n   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Title","offer_id":51170882650397,"sku":"TV-EDE-07.0","price":427.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Delite-7mm-Eyepiece-1.jpg?v=1776222706"},{"product_id":"tele-vue-delite-11mm-62-eyepiece","title":"Tele Vue DeLite 11mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e11mm Focal Length\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e62° Apparent Field of View\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1.25\" Barrel Diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e20mm Eye Relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e11.7mm Field Stop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n          \u003ch2\u003eTele Vue DeLite 11mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 11mm serves as a medium-magnification workhorse, designed to deliver the high-contrast performance of the Delos series in a more compact and lightweight form factor. Built on the optical heritage of the Ethos line, this 1.25-inch eyepiece provides exceptionally sharp, linear views across a 62° apparent field. It is a technically precise solution for observers who prioritize portability and long eye relief without compromising on the pure image quality required for deep-sky and planetary study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003e20mm Eye Relief and Adjustable Locking Eyeguard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 11mm is engineered with a constant 20mm eye relief and a sliding mechanical housing to ensure consistent, comfortable eye placement for all observers. This long-relief design allows eyeglass wearers to maintain enough clearance to see the entire 62° field without contact between spectacles and the eyepiece. By locking the eyeguard at the specific height required for your eye's anatomy, you effectively eliminate the blackouts and \"kidney-beaning\" caused by improper eye positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSliding Locking Eyeguard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a physical hard-stop to secure the optimal eye point for consistent viewing sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDioptrx Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrates directly with Tele Vue Dioptrx lenses to resolve eyesight astigmatism while maintaining the ergonomic benefits of long eye relief.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003e11.7mm Field Stop and Moderate Magnification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eWith an 11.7mm field stop, the Tele Vue DeLite 11mm is optimized for framing a variety of celestial targets, from large star clouds to intricate planetary nebulae. In an 8-inch f\/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain, this eyepiece produces 182x magnification with a 1.1mm exit pupil—a balance that provides enough power to resolve detail while maintaining a bright enough image for subtle deep-sky structures. Its 62° apparent field is designed for edge-to-edge sharpness even in fast focal ratio telescopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eOperational Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eObservers often evaluate the Tele Vue DeLite 11mm against wider-field or shorter focal length designs based on eye relief and weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. 11mm Nagler Type 6:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Nagler offers an 82° field but reduces eye relief to 12mm; the DeLite 11mm provides a full 20mm of eye relief for superior comfort, especially for spectacle wearers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. 12mm Delos:\u003c\/strong\u003e While the Delos offers a wider 72° field, the DeLite 11mm is significantly lighter (7.1 oz vs 14.4 oz) and slimmer, making it easier to balance on lightweight mounts and ideal for binoviewing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the Tele Vue DeLite 11mm compare to the Delos or Nagler?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 11mm offers the same high-contrast, professional-grade optics as the Delos but in a more compact, 62° apparent field. Compared to the Nagler 11mm, the DeLite provides significantly better 20mm eye relief, making it a superior choice for observers who prioritize comfort and long-session viewing over an ultra-wide field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the DeLite 11mm good for planetary or deep-sky viewing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe DeLite 11mm is an exceptional bridge eyepiece. Its high transmission and neutral color balance make it a favorite for lunar and planetary observing, revealing fine details on Jupiter and Saturn. Simultaneously, its 11.7mm field stop provides enough real estate to frame compact deep-sky objects like globular clusters and bright nebulae with stunning clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat are the benefits of the DeLite sliding locking eyeguard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe uniquely adjustable sliding eyeguard on the DeLite 11mm allows you to mechanically lock in your preferred eye position. This feature is critical for preventing blackouts and kidney-beaning, as it ensures your eye remains at the perfect distance from the lens every time you step up to the telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the Tele Vue Dioptrx with the DeLite 11mm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, the Tele Vue DeLite 11mm is Dioptrx-compatible. This allows users with astigmatism to attach a corrective lens directly to the eyepiece, eliminating the need for eyeglasses and providing the sharpest possible diffraction-limited views of the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Tele Vue DeLite 11mm a parfocal eyepiece?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe DeLite 11mm is parfocal with most other Tele Vue 1.25\" eyepieces, including the Plössl, Panoptic, and Nagler series. This means you can switch between different focal lengths during your session with minimal refocusing required, streamlining your observation workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApparent Field of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye Relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField Stop Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.7 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrel Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          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16 0zm80-112c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l48 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 32 32 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-64 0-64z\" fill=\"#0047a7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDownload Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/televue-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTeleVue 5-Year Limited Warranty for Telescopes and Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n","brand":"TeleVue","offers":[{"title":"Default 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\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eTele Vue DeLite 5mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 5mm 62° Eyepiece is engineered as a compact, high-contrast alternative to the Delos series, optimized for high-magnification lunar and planetary observation. It utilizes advanced glass types and multi-coatings to maintain a neutral color balance and minimize light scatter on bright targets. By constraining the apparent field to 62°, the design reduces the risk of spherical aberration of the exit pupil (SAEP), improving eye placement stability compared to wider-angle optics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e20mm Eye Relief and Mechanical Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe 20mm eye relief and sliding, locking eyeguard facilitate precise eye positioning for both eyeglass wearers and those without. This mechanical system allows the observer to lock the eyeguard at the exact height required to eliminate blackouts while shielding against stray light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDioptrx Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 1.25-inch barrel and top housing are designed to accept the Tele Vue Dioptrx astigmatism corrector, allowing observers to bypass eyeglasses for maximum visual acuity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParfocal Group B:\u003c\/strong\u003e This 5mm focal length is parfocal with Tele Vue 1.25-inch Plössls and Panoptics, reducing the need for refocusing when swapping focal lengths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eHigh-Power Performance in f\/5 to f\/10 Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIn an 8-inch f\/10 SCT, the Tele Vue DeLite 5mm produces 406× magnification, suitable for resolving fine craterlet detail in Clavius or the Cassini Division of Saturn during nights of stable seeing. In a 4-inch f\/7 refractor, it yields 140× with a 0.7mm exit pupil, providing sufficient image brightness for identifying the Galilean moons' transits across Jupiter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Exit Pupil Geometry:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 5mm focal length creates a 1.0mm exit pupil in an f\/5 Newtonian, a common threshold for balancing resolution and contrast on double stars like Albireo (Beta Cygni).\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eOperational Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 5mm occupies a specific niche between the wider Delos series and traditional high-resolution monocentric or orthoscopic designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Tele Vue 5mm Delos:\u003c\/strong\u003e The DeLite is approximately 30% lighter and physically smaller, though it offers a 62° field versus the 72° field of the Delos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Tele Vue 5mm Nagler Type 6:\u003c\/strong\u003e The DeLite provides significantly longer eye relief (20mm vs 12mm), which reduces eyelash oil transfer to the lens during extended high-power sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Tele Vue DeLite 5mm compatible with Dioptrx?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eYes, the Tele Vue DeLite 5mm features a removable eyeguard that allows for the direct attachment of a Dioptrx astigmatism corrector. This is particularly beneficial for observers who require astigmatism correction but prefer to observe without wearing eyeglasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the Tele Vue DeLite 5mm compare to the 4.5mm Delos?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 5mm is significantly lighter and smaller than the 4.5mm Delos while maintaining the same 20mm eye relief. The Delos offers a wider 72° apparent field, but the DeLite is often cited as being less \"finicky\" regarding eye placement during extended planetary sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill the Tele Vue DeLite 5mm work well for planetary viewing in a fast f\/5 telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIn an f\/5 system, the Tele Vue DeLite 5mm produces a 1.0mm exit pupil, which is a common \"sweet spot\" for balancing image brightness and magnification on planets. The eyepiece is designed to handle fast light cones, maintaining sharpness and contrast on targets like Saturn and Mars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the Tele Vue DeLite 5mm with a Barlow lens?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 5mm performs predictably when paired with Tele Vue Barlows or Powermates, effectively doubling or tripling the magnification without reducing the 20mm eye relief. This is a common method to reach extremely high powers for splitting double stars like Albireo when seeing conditions allow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApparent Field of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye Relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField Stop Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrel Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5 oz (213 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParfocal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGroup B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"DeLite 5mm Eyepiece\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Delite-5mm-Eyepiece-1.jpg?v=1776301479\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDeLite 5mm Eyepiece\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"Dust Cap Top\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/TeleVue-2inch-Dustcap.jpg?v=1774403118\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDust Cap (Top)\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"1.25-inch Dust Cap\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Dust-Cap-1-25inch-Bottom.jpg?v=1776216395\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDust Cap (Bottom)\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-DeLite-Manual.pdf?v=1776216181\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n            \u003csvg class=\"DAV-img-box\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M0 64C0 28.7 28.7 0 64 0L224 0l0 128c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32l128 0 0 144-208 0c-35.3 0-64 28.7-64 64l0 144-48 0c-35.3 0-64-28.7-64-64L0 64zm384 64l-128 0L256 0 384 128zM176 352l32 0c30.9 0 56 25.1 56 56s-25.1 56-56 56l-16 0 0 32c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-48 0-80c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 80c13.3 0 24-10.7 24-24s-10.7-24-24-24l-16 0 0 48 16 0zm96-80l32 0c26.5 0 48 21.5 48 48l0 64c0 26.5-21.5 48-48 48l-32 0c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-128c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 128c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16l0-64c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16l-16 0 0 96 16 0zm80-112c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l48 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 32 32 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-64 0-64z\" fill=\"#0047a7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDownload Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/televue-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTeleVue 5-Year Limited Warranty for Telescopes and Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"TeleVue","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51174901842205,"sku":"TV-EDE-05.0","price":427.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Delite-5mm-Eyepiece-1.jpg?v=1776301479"},{"product_id":"tele-vue-delite-4mm-62-eyepiece","title":"Tele Vue DeLite 4mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4mm Focal Length\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e62° Apparent Field of View\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1.25\" Barrel Diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e20mm Eye Relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4.3mm Field Stop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eTele Vue DeLite 4mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 4mm 62° Eyepiece is a high-magnification optic designed to deliver the high-contrast performance of the Delos series in a more compact, lightweight 1.25-inch format. It is engineered to provide a 20mm eye relief while maintaining an extremely high degree of correction for lateral color and scatter. This 4mm focal length is primarily intended for critical lunar, planetary, and double-star observation in systems where high power is required without sacrificing viewing comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e20mm Eye Relief and Mechanical Versatility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe consistent 20mm eye relief and sliding, locking eyeguard assembly allow observers to precisely match the exit pupil position to their eye, which is essential for avoiding blackouts at such short focal lengths. This mechanical design prevents the \"finicky\" eye placement often associated with ultra-short focal length wide-angle eyepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDioptrx Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 1.25-inch housing is fully compatible with the Tele Vue Dioptrx corrector, enabling users to correct for eyesight astigmatism without wearing spectacles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocking Eyeguard:\u003c\/strong\u003e The adjustable housing can be set and locked at a specific height, ensuring repeatable eye placement for extended sessions on objects like Mars or Jupiter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eHigh-Magnification Utility in f\/ratio Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIn an f\/7 refractor, the Tele Vue DeLite 4mm produces a 0.57mm exit pupil and high magnification, suitable for resolving the Rima Hadley on the Moon or the GRS on Jupiter. In an f\/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain (SCT), it yields a 0.4mm exit pupil, reaching the upper limits of useful magnification for splitting tight double stars like Beta Cygni (Albireo) under excellent atmospheric conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Exit Pupil Geometry:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 4mm focal length maintains a 0.8mm exit pupil in f\/5 Newtonians, providing sufficient image brightness for high-power views of the Hercules Cluster (M13).\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGroup B Parfocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e This eyepiece is parfocal with Tele Vue's 1.25-inch Plössl, Panoptic, and Nagler designs, minimizing focus travel when changing magnifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eOperational Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 4mm offers a specific balance of mass, eye relief, and field size compared to other short focal length Tele Vue designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Tele Vue 4.5mm Delos:\u003c\/strong\u003e The DeLite 4mm is roughly 30% lighter and smaller, making it easier to balance on lightweight mounts, though it provides 10° less apparent field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Tele Vue 3-6mm Nagler Zoom:\u003c\/strong\u003e The DeLite 4mm provides a wider 62° field (vs 50°) and significantly longer eye relief (20mm vs 10mm), allowing for more comfortable long-duration viewing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Tele Vue DeLite 4mm compatible with Dioptrx?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eYes, the Tele Vue DeLite 4mm features a removable eyeguard that permits the installation of a Dioptrx corrector, allowing observers with astigmatism to see sharp detail without wearing glasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the Tele Vue DeLite 4mm compare to the 4.5mm Delos?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 4mm is more compact and weighs significantly less than the 4.5mm Delos, which is beneficial for binoviewer use. While the Delos has a 72° field, both share the same 20mm eye relief and high-contrast optical coatings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill the Tele Vue DeLite 4mm work in an f\/10 SCT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIn an f\/10 system, the Tele Vue DeLite 4mm produces very high magnification (500x in a 2000mm FL scope) and a 0.4mm exit pupil. This is typically only useful during nights of exceptional atmospheric stability for lunar and double star work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the field stop diameter of the Tele Vue DeLite 4mm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 4mm has a 4.3mm field stop. This determines the true field of view, which can be calculated by dividing the field stop by the telescope's focal length and multiplying by 57.3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApparent Field of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye Relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField Stop Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrel Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.6 oz (215 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParfocal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGroup B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"DeLite 4mm Eyepiece\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Delite-4mm-Eyepiece-1.jpg?v=1776301479\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDeLite 4mm Eyepiece\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"Dust Cap Top\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/TeleVue-2inch-Dustcap.jpg?v=1774403118\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDust Cap (Top)\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"1.25-inch Dust Cap\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Dust-Cap-1-25inch-Bottom.jpg?v=1776216395\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDust Cap (Bottom)\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-DeLite-Manual.pdf?v=1776216181\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n            \u003csvg class=\"DAV-img-box\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M0 64C0 28.7 28.7 0 64 0L224 0l0 128c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32l128 0 0 144-208 0c-35.3 0-64 28.7-64 64l0 144-48 0c-35.3 0-64-28.7-64-64L0 64zm384 64l-128 0L256 0 384 128zM176 352l32 0c30.9 0 56 25.1 56 56s-25.1 56-56 56l-16 0 0 32c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-48 0-80c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 80c13.3 0 24-10.7 24-24s-10.7-24-24-24l-16 0 0 48 16 0zm96-80l32 0c26.5 0 48 21.5 48 48l0 64c0 26.5-21.5 48-48 48l-32 0c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-128c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 128c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16l0-64c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16l-16 0 0 96 16 0zm80-112c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l48 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 32 32 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-64 0-64z\" fill=\"#0047a7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDownload Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/televue-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTeleVue 5-Year Limited Warranty for Telescopes and Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TeleVue","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51174935953693,"sku":"TV-EDE-04.0","price":427.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Delite-4mm-Eyepiece-1.jpg?v=1776303000"},{"product_id":"tele-vue-delite-3mm-62-eyepiece","title":"Tele Vue DeLite 3mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3mm Focal Length\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e62° Apparent Field of View\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1.25\" Barrel Diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e20mm Eye Relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3.2mm Field Stop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eTele Vue DeLite 3mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 3mm 62° Eyepiece is an ultra-short focal length optic engineered for maximum magnification in telescopes with short to medium focal lengths. It maintains the 20mm eye relief consistent across the series, specifically addressing the ergonomics and eye placement difficulties typically found in 3mm wide-angle designs. By utilizing a 62° apparent field, the eyepiece minimizes spherical aberration of the exit pupil (SAEP), facilitating stable on-axis viewing of high-contrast planetary features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e20mm Eye Relief and Mechanical Alignment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe 20mm eye relief is a critical mechanical constraint that allows for a full field of view while wearing eyeglasses, a rarity in the sub-5mm focal length class. The sliding eyeguard system locks into position to provide a physical reference for the eye, reducing the sensitivity to side-to-side head movement that can cause blackouts at small exit pupils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDioptrx Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e The top housing accepts the Tele Vue Dioptrx corrector, enabling observers to correct for eyesight astigmatism directly within the optical train.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Mass:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 7.8 ounces, the 3mm DeLite prevents the balance issues common when using larger, multi-element ultra-wide eyepieces on lightweight refractor mounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eExtreme Magnification and Exit Pupil Constraints\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIn an f\/7 apochromatic refractor, the 3mm focal length yields a 0.43mm exit pupil, providing high-power views for splitting tight double stars or observing small planetary nebulae. In an f\/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain (SCT), it produces 666× magnification and a 0.3mm exit pupil, which typically exceeds atmospheric seeing limits but remains a viable tool for diffraction-limited testing in superior conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Exit Pupil Behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Observers may notice eye floaters more prominently due to the 0.6mm or smaller exit pupil produced in telescopes faster than f\/5.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParfocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e This 3mm model is parfocal with Group B Tele Vue 1.25\" eyepieces, including the Plössl and Panoptic series.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eOperational Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 3mm serves as a high-resolution specialist compared to wider-field or zoom-based alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Tele Vue 3-6mm Nagler Zoom:\u003c\/strong\u003e The DeLite 3mm offers a wider 62° field (compared to 50°) and twice the eye relief (20mm vs 10mm), though it lacks the focal length flexibility of the zoom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. 3.5mm Delos:\u003c\/strong\u003e The DeLite is significantly smaller and lighter, making it preferable for travel or binoviewing, while the Delos provides a wider 72° field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Tele Vue DeLite 3mm suitable for planetary viewing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 3mm is designed for very high magnification on planets, though its performance depends on atmospheric seeing; it produces a 0.6mm exit pupil in an f\/5 system, which is ideal for resolving fine planetary bands on Jupiter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the Tele Vue DeLite 3mm work with Dioptrx?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 3mm is fully compatible with the Dioptrx astigmatism corrector, which replaces the need for eyeglasses by attaching directly to the eyepiece housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs eye placement sensitive on the Tele Vue DeLite 3mm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eDue to the small exit pupil, eye placement is more critical than with longer focal lengths; however, the Tele Vue DeLite 3mm uses an adjustable, locking eyeguard to help the observer maintain the correct distance and alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the Tele Vue DeLite 3mm compare to a Barlowed eyepiece?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eWhile a longer DeLite paired with a Tele Vue Barlow can achieve similar magnifications, the Tele Vue DeLite 3mm is a dedicated single-eyepiece solution that reduces the number of air-to-glass surfaces and minimizes the weight of the focuser assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApparent Field of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye Relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField Stop Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrel Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.8 oz (221 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParfocal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGroup B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"DeLite 3mm Eyepiece\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Delite-3mm-Eyepiece-1.jpg?v=1776301479\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDeLite 3mm Eyepiece\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"Dust Cap Top\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/TeleVue-2inch-Dustcap.jpg?v=1774403118\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDust Cap (Top)\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"1.25-inch Dust Cap\" 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target=\"_blank\"\u003eTeleVue 5-Year Limited Warranty for Telescopes and Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TeleVue","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51174962463005,"sku":"TV-EDE-03.0","price":427.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Delite-3mm-Eyepiece-1.jpg?v=1776303403"},{"product_id":"tele-vue-delite-18-2mm-62-eyepiece","title":"Tele Vue DeLite 18.2mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e18.2mm Focal Length\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e62° Apparent Field of View\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1.25\" Barrel Diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e20mm Eye Relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e19.1mm Field Stop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eTele Vue DeLite 18.2mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 18.2mm is a medium-focal length optic engineered for high-contrast deep-sky and lunar observation, utilizing high-index glass to achieve a flat field from center to edge. It serves as a lightweight, 1.25-inch alternative to larger wide-angle designs, emphasizing internal light scatter suppression and color neutrality. In f\/5 to f\/10 systems, it maintains sharp star images across the entire 62° field, effectively managing field curvature and lateral color without requiring the excessive mass of 2-inch wide-field eyepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e20mm Eye Relief and Mechanical Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe mechanical housing includes a sliding, locking eyeguard that provides 20mm of eye relief, ensuring comfortable use for observers with or without eyeglasses. This consistent eye relief prevents the \"peeping\" effect common in shorter-relief orthoscopic designs, while the locking mechanism allows for repeatable eye placement and shielding from stray light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDioptrx Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18.2mm housing accepts the Tele Vue Dioptrx astigmatism corrector, allowing for sharp on-axis views without the use of spectacles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinoviewer Utility:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 1.1-inch barrel diameter and 7.6-ounce mass make this focal length suitable for binoviewer pairs, where interpupillary distance and balance are critical constraints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003ePerformance in Refractor and Newtonian Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIn a 4-inch f\/7 APO refractor, the DeLite 18.2mm yields approximately 39× magnification with a 4.7mm exit pupil, providing sufficient brightness to frame the Orion Nebula (M42) while maintaining pinpoint stars to the field stop. In f\/5 Newtonians, the 62° apparent field limits the visibility of native mirror coma, often producing cleaner edges than 70°+ eyepieces of similar focal length used without a coma corrector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e19.1mm Field Stop:\u003c\/strong\u003e This physical aperture maximizes the true field of view in the 1.25-inch format while preventing vignetting in short-focal ratio telescopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGroup B Parfocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e This eyepiece is parfocal with Tele Vue 1.25\" Plössl, Panoptic, and Nagler models, reducing the focus travel required during eyepiece swaps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eOperational Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 18.2mm offers a distinct trade-off between apparent field width and exit pupil comfort compared to adjacent focal lengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Tele Vue 19mm Panoptic:\u003c\/strong\u003e The DeLite provides significantly longer eye relief (20mm vs 13mm) and tends to show better edge-of-field contrast, though it yields a smaller apparent field (62° vs 68°).\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Tele Vue 17.3mm Delos:\u003c\/strong\u003e The DeLite is approximately 40% lighter and physically smaller, making it easier to manage on small mounts or in binoviewers, despite the narrower field of view.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Tele Vue DeLite 18.2mm compatible with Dioptrx?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 18.2mm features a removable eyeguard that reveals threads for the Tele Vue Dioptrx corrector, allowing observers with astigmatism to achieve sharp views without wearing eyeglasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the Tele Vue DeLite 18.2mm perform in fast f\/5 telescopes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe 18.2mm DeLite maintains a sharp, flat field to the edge in f\/5 systems; the 62° field limits the visibility of telescope-induced coma compared to wider 82° designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Tele Vue DeLite 18.2mm suitable for binoviewers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eYes, its slim profile and 7.6-ounce weight make the 18.2mm DeLite an ideal choice for binoviewing, providing a comfortable 20mm of eye relief for both eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the Tele Vue DeLite 18.2mm compare to the 19mm Panoptic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe 18.2mm DeLite offers superior eye relief (20mm vs 13mm) and is more comfortable for eyeglass wearers, though it has a slightly smaller apparent field than the 19mm Panoptic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18.2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      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src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Delite-18_2mm-Eyepiece-1.jpg?v=1776303748\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDeLite 18.2mm Eyepiece\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"Dust Cap Top\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/TeleVue-2inch-Dustcap.jpg?v=1774403118\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDust Cap (Top)\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"1.25-inch Dust Cap\" 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target=\"_blank\"\u003eTeleVue 5-Year Limited Warranty for Telescopes and Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TeleVue","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51174966853917,"sku":"TV-EDE-18.2","price":427.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Delite-18_2mm-Eyepiece-1.jpg?v=1776303748"},{"product_id":"tele-vue-delite-15mm-62-eyepiece","title":"Tele Vue DeLite 15mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e15mm Focal Length\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e62° Apparent Field of View\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1.25\" Barrel Diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e20mm Eye Relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e16.0mm Field Stop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eTele Vue DeLite 15mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 15mm is a medium-power focal length designed to provide the high-contrast performance of the Delos series in a significantly smaller and lighter mechanical housing. It utilizes specialized glass types and multi-coatings to achieve neutral color rendition and minimize internal reflections on bright celestial targets. In telescopes ranging from f\/5 to f\/10, it serves as a versatile optic for deep-sky surveying and moderate-power lunar study, maintaining a flat field across its 62° apparent field of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e20mm Eye Relief and Ergonomic Eye Placement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe mechanical assembly features a sliding, locking eyeguard that maintains a constant 20mm eye relief, which is a critical constraint for observers who wear eyeglasses to correct for astigmatism. This system allow the observer to lock the eyeguard at a precise height to physically block stray light and eliminate the \"blackouts\" common in shorter-relief wide-angle designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDioptrx Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 15mm DeLite top housing is designed to accept the Dioptrx corrector, allowing users to bypass spectacles for a more immersive and sharp visual experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinoviewer Utility:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 7.5 ounces (213g) and with a narrow upper body, this focal length is well-suited for binoviewer pairs, where weight and interpupillary clearance are primary considerations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eApplication in Varied Focal Ratio Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIn a 4-inch f\/7 APO refractor, the Tele Vue DeLite 15mm produces 47× magnification and a 3.2mm exit pupil, providing sufficient contrast to resolve the core of the Hercules Cluster (M13). In an 8-inch f\/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain, it yields 133×, a power often used for identifying the Galilean moon transits across Jupiter under average seeing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16.0mm Field Stop:\u003c\/strong\u003e This physical aperture produces a true field of view that frames large deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula (M42) while maintaining high star-to-background contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParfocal Group B:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 1.25-inch barrel is parfocal with Tele Vue Plössl, Panoptic, and Nagler 1.25\" eyepieces, reducing the need for refocusing when changing magnifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eOperational Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 15mm occupies a position between larger 72° designs and narrower 50° high-resolution designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Tele Vue 14mm Delos:\u003c\/strong\u003e The DeLite 15mm is approximately 50% lighter and physically smaller, making it easier to balance on small mounts, though it yields a narrower apparent field (62° vs 72°).\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Tele Vue 15mm Panoptic:\u003c\/strong\u003e The DeLite provides significantly longer eye relief (20mm vs 10mm) and an adjustable eyeguard, offering a more comfortable experience for those who wear glasses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Tele Vue DeLite 15mm compatible with Dioptrx?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eYes, the Tele Vue DeLite 15mm features a removable eyeguard that reveals threads for the Tele Vue Dioptrx astigmatism corrector, allowing for sharp views without wearing eyeglasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow many elements are in the Tele Vue DeLite 15mm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eWhile Tele Vue does not disclose exact element counts for every focal length, the DeLite series typically utilizes a 6-element optical design optimized for 20mm eye relief and high contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Tele Vue DeLite 15mm good for planetary viewing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 15mm is a medium-power eyepiece that provides excellent contrast for planetary work; in many telescopes, it is often paired with a Barlow or Powermate to reach higher magnifications while retaining its 20mm eye relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the Tele Vue DeLite 15mm work well in binoviewers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe slim profile and 7.5-ounce weight of the Tele Vue DeLite 15mm make it a preferred choice for binoviewing, as it fits comfortably between the eyes and maintains mount balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n     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src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Delite-15mm-Eyepiece-1.jpg?v=1776301479\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDeLite 15mm Eyepiece\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"Dust Cap Top\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/TeleVue-2inch-Dustcap.jpg?v=1774403118\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDust Cap (Top)\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"1.25-inch Dust Cap\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Dust-Cap-1-25inch-Bottom.jpg?v=1776216395\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDust Cap (Bottom)\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-DeLite-Manual.pdf?v=1776216181\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n            \u003csvg class=\"DAV-img-box\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M0 64C0 28.7 28.7 0 64 0L224 0l0 128c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32l128 0 0 144-208 0c-35.3 0-64 28.7-64 64l0 144-48 0c-35.3 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