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Askar 3" F/3.9 Full Frame Reducer for FRA600

Askar 3" F/3.9 Full Frame Reducer for FRA600

by Askar
SKU ASK-ASKAR656RD
$439.00 - $439.00
$439.00
$439.00 - $439.00
$439.00
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  • Reduces FRA600 focal ratio to F/3.9
  • Designed for full-frame sensors
  • Maintains a standard 55mm backfocus
  • Features integrated M48 (2-inch) filter threads
  • 3-inch barrel for a secure connection
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  • Askar 3" F/3.9 Full Frame Reducer for FRA600

    Designed exclusively for the Askar FRA600 astrograph, this 3" full-frame reducer transforms the telescope into a significantly faster F/3.9 optical system. By reducing the focal length, this corrector provides a much wider field of view and cuts down exposure times, maintaining a standard 55mm backfocus for easy camera integration.

    Transform Your FRA600 into an F/3.9 Astrograph

    This reducer converts your Askar FRA600 into a powerful, wide-field imaging instrument. The resulting F/3.9 focal ratio allows you to gather significantly more light in a shorter period, enabling deeper exposures on faint nebulae and galaxies without taxing your mount's tracking accuracy over long sub-exposures. The wider field of view is essential for framing large-scale celestial objects in their entirety.

    55mm Backfocus and Full-Frame Illumination

    Engineered for modern astrophotography, the reducer provides the industry-standard 55mm backfocus. This simplifies the process of connecting your full-frame DSLR, mirrorless, or dedicated astronomy camera, ensuring you can achieve perfect spacing with common M48 rings and accessories. Its optical design is optimized to fully illuminate a full-frame sensor, delivering sharp, well-corrected stars across the entire image. For added convenience, the reducer includes built-in M48x0.75 threads for easy installation of 2-inch filters into your imaging train.

  • What is the main benefit of using the Askar F/3.9 reducer with my FRA600?

    The primary benefit is speed. By converting your FRA600 to F/3.9, you can dramatically shorten exposure times. This allows you to collect the same amount of data in less time, improving your efficiency and resulting in images with a higher signal-to-noise ratio. It also provides a wider field of view, perfect for large targets.

    Does this Askar reducer maintain a flat field with full-frame sensors on the FRA600?

    Yes, the Askar 3" F/3.9 reducer is specifically designed as a "full frame" corrector for the FRA600. Its multi-element optical system is engineered to deliver a flat, corrected field that illuminates large sensors, ensuring sharp stars from the center to the corners of your image.

    Can I use 2-inch filters with the Askar F/3.9 reducer?

    Absolutely. The reducer features integrated M48x0.75 threads, which is the standard for 2-inch astronomy filters. You can directly screw in your favorite light pollution, narrowband, or LRGB filters without needing a separate filter drawer or wheel in some configurations.

    What is the backfocus of the Askar F/3.9 reducer for the FRA600?

    The reducer is designed with a standard 55mm backfocus. This is measured from the rear flange of the reducer to the camera sensor. This standard distance makes it compatible with most dedicated astronomy cameras and DSLR/mirrorless cameras when using the appropriate M48 T-ring.

    Will the Askar F/3.9 reducer work with a camera and filter wheel combination on my FRA600?

    Yes, as long as your total imaging train length meets the 55mm backfocus requirement. You will need to account for the thickness of your filter wheel, off-axis guider (if any), and all adapters between the reducer and your camera's sensor. The standard 55mm spacing provides enough room for common accessory combinations.

    How does the Askar F/3.9 reducer help when imaging the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) with the FRA600?

    The Andromeda Galaxy (M31) is a very large target. The standard FRA600 might frame the core tightly, but this F/3.9 reducer widens the field of view significantly. This allows you to capture the full expanse of M31, including its faint outer arms and satellite galaxies M32 and M110, all within a single, well-composed shot on a full-frame sensor.

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