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IMPORTANT: Our store is located in Canada. All orders that include products manufactured outside of Canada or USA will be subject to tariffs and duties, regardless of the order value. US customers are responsible for all applicable duties and tariffs, and those will be billed by the carrier, except for the Lacerta upgrade kit, for which we collect them at checkout.
Askar

Askar

Askar specializes in portable, high-performance telescopes and optical accessories designed for astrophotography and visual observation. With precise optics, robust build quality, and practical portability, Askar instruments deliver sharp images across a range of deep-sky and planetary targets. At David Astro, we provide the expertise to help you select the right Askar scope for your observing conditions and imaging goals.

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Askar 0.6x Reducer for 103APO

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Transforms Askar 103APO to an f/4.08, 420.24mm focal length system Quadruplet optical design provides field flattening for full-frame sensors Stan...

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Askar 0.75x 71F Reducer

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0.75x Reduction Factor Transforms Askar 71F to f/5.2 New Focal Length: 369mm Standard 55mm Back Focus Triplet Optical Design Description FAQ Sp...

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Askar 0.76x Reducer for 80PHQ

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0.76x reduction factor specifically for the Askar 80PHQ Reduces focal ratio from f/7.5 to a faster f/5.7 Creates a new focal length of 456mm Gener...

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Askar 0.7x Universal Reducer for 107PHQ/130PHQ/151PHQ

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0.7x Focal Reduction Factor 44mm Full-Frame Image Circle Maintains a Standard 55mm Backfocus 3-Element Air-Spaced Design with ED Glass Optimized f...

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Askar 0.8x Reducer for 103APO

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Reduces telescope focal ratio to a faster f/5.44 Shortens 103APO focal length to 560.32mm for wider fields Triplet optical design provides field f...

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Askar 0.8x Reducer for 120APO

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Reduces Askar 120APO to a fast f/5.6 focal ratio Shortens focal length to 672mm for wider fields of view Triplet optical design provides field fla...

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Askar 0.8x Reducer for 140APO

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Reduces 140APO Focal Ratio to f/5.6 Shortens 140APO Focal Length to 784mm Standard 55mm Back Focus Requirement Triplet Optical Design with Field F...

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Askar 103APO f/6.8 Triplet

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103mm Aperture Triplet Air-Spaced APO Objective 700.4mm Focal Length f/6.8 Native Focal Ratio Includes One ED Glass Element for Superb Color Corre...

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Askar 107PHQ f/7 Quadruplet APO

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107mm Quadruplet APO Optical Design 749mm Focal Length at f/7 44mm Corrected Image Circle for Full-Frame Sensors Integrated Field Flattener for Si...

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Askar 120APO f/7 Triplet

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120mm Aperture Triplet Air-Spaced APO Objective Includes one ED Glass Element for Superb Color Correction 840mm Focal Length at a Native f/7 Focal...

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Askar 130PHQ f/7 Quadruplet APO

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130mm Aperture Quadruplet APO Optics 1000mm Focal Length at f/7.7 Built-in Field Flattener 60mm Corrected Image Circle Total Assembled Weight of 1...

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Askar 140APO f/7 Triplet

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140mm Aperture 980mm Focal Length f/7 Focal Ratio Air-Spaced Triplet APO with ED Glass OTA Weight: 9.2kg 125mm Retractable Rear Tube Descriptio...

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Askar 160APO f/7 Triplet

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160mm Aperture Triplet Air-Spaced APO Objective 1120mm Focal Length at f/7 Includes One ED Glass Element for Color Correction Retractable Dew Shie...

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Askar 185APO f/7 Triplet

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185mm Aperture Triplet APO Objective 1295mm Focal Length at f/7 Includes one ED Glass Element for Color Correction 95mm Retractable Rear Tube for ...

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Askar 1x Field Flattener for 103APO

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Corrects field curvature and coma for the Askar 103APO Maintains the native 700.4mm focal length and f/6.8 ratio Triplet optical design delivers s...

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Askar 1x Field Flattener for 120APO

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Designed specifically for the Askar 120APO Telescope 1x Magnification Factor Triplet Optical Design Maintains Native f/7 Focal Ratio Standard 55mm...

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Askar 1x Field Flattener for 140APO

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Engineered for the Askar 140APO Triplet Refractor 1x Flattener Preserves Native f/7 Focal Ratio Corrects a 44mm Full-Frame Image Circle Standard 5...

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Askar 2.5" F/3.9 Full Frame Reducer for FRA400 and FRA500

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Reduces focal ratio to a fast f/3.9 0.7x reduction factor 44mm image circle fully illuminates full-frame sensors Standard 55mm back focus for easy...

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Askar 3" F/3.9 Full Frame Reducer for FRA600

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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 th...

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Askar 32mm F4 Guide Scope

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32mm Aperture 128mm Focal Length (f/4) Contains One ED Glass Element Precision Helical Focuser Weighs only 303g Description FAQ Specifications ...

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Askar 3nm Colour Magic Ha/OIII & SII/OIII (E1+E2) Filter Package

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Enables SHO "Hubble Palette" imaging with a one-shot-color (OSC) camera Includes two 3nm dual-bandpass filters: E1 (Hα+OIII) and E2 (SII+OIII) Iso...

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Askar 3nm Colour Magic Ultra Ha/OIII E1 Filter - 2"

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Dual-bandpass for Hydrogen-alpha (656.6nm) and Oxygen-III (500.7nm) Ultra-narrow 3.7nm (Ha) and 4.0nm (OIII) FWHM bandwidths 85% peak transmittanc...

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Askar 3nm Colour Magic Ultra OIII/SII E2 Filter - 2"

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Dual-bandpass design captures OIII (500.7nm) and SII (672nm) simultaneously Narrow 3.7nm (OIII) and 4.0nm (SII) FWHM for high-contrast imaging Pea...

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Askar 50P f/3.8 Quadruplet APO Telescope

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50mm Aperture Quadruplet APO Optics Ultra-Fast f/3.8 Focal Ratio 190mm Focal Length Natively Flat Field for APS-C Sensors Standard 55mm Back Focus...

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Compact and Versatile Telescopes

Askar telescopes are engineered for a balance of portability and optical performance. Their designs include:

  • ED Refractors: Extra-low dispersion optics for high-contrast, color-corrected imaging.
  • Apochromatic Refractors: Crisp star points and minimal chromatic aberration for wide-field imaging.
  • Short Tube Refractors: Lightweight and portable options ideal for travel and small mounts.
  • Astrographs: Optimized for fast focal ratios, ideal for CMOS cameras and deep-sky imaging.

Accessories and Imaging Support

Askar provides a range of accessories to optimize your imaging train and observing experience:

  • Field Flatteners & Reducers: Maintain sharp stars across the full frame and reduce focal length for wider fields.
  • Focusers: High-precision dual-speed focusers for accurate backfocus adjustment.
  • Adapters & Mounting Solutions: Wide selection for cameras, filter wheels, and eyepieces, ensuring proper spacing and secure connections.
  • Camera-Compatible Designs: Most Askar telescopes support direct camera mounting for efficient imaging sessions.

Who Should Use Askar

  • Traveling astrophotographers needing lightweight, portable scopes without sacrificing image quality.
  • Wide-field and deep-sky imaging enthusiasts seeking high-performance ED or apochromatic optics.
  • Observers requiring precise, low-maintenance optics for both visual and photographic applications.

Why Choose David Astro for Askar

  • Curated Selection: Full range of Askar telescopes and accessories available from stock.
  • Technical Guidance: Support for telescope selection, backfocus, and accessory compatibility.
  • Hands-On Expertise: Advice based on real-world use and imaging conditions.
  • Fast Shipping: Reliable delivery across Canada, the USA, and worldwide.

We ensure your Askar telescope is set up for maximum optical performance, whether for visual observing or astrophotography.