{"title":"New Products","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Recently added to the David Astro catalogue — new models, new brands and products arriving in Canadian stock for the first time. Everything here ships from Canada with the same warranty and support as the rest of our range.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    New does not automatically mean better for your setup. If something here interests you, ask us how it compares to what it replaces before you order.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat Appears Here\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    This collection changes as stock arrives. It is worth checking if you are watching for a particular release or a brand we have recently added.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew model releases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Updated versions of established products, where the changes range from significant to cosmetic. We will tell you which.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNewly stocked brands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufacturers we have added to the catalogue, now available in Canadian inventory rather than by special order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRestocked hard-to-find items:\u003c\/strong\u003e Products that have been unavailable and are back in stock, which is often what people are actually waiting for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpanded ranges:\u003c\/strong\u003e Additional sizes, focal lengths or filter formats added to lines we already carry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNewly released accessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adapters, controllers and mechanical parts supporting recently launched cameras and mounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-order and incoming stock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Items on their way to our Canadian warehouse, where reserving early matters for limited allocations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose David Astro for New Releases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Being early to a product is only an advantage if it suits your setup.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHonest comparison with the previous model:\u003c\/strong\u003e We will tell you when a revision is a meaningful improvement and when it is largely cosmetic, which saves you money either way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessory availability checked:\u003c\/strong\u003e New cameras and mounts sometimes launch ahead of the adapters and correctors that support them, and we will say so.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthorized dealer from launch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full manufacturer warranty and verified authenticity on new releases, with support handled in Canada.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCanadian stock:\u003c\/strong\u003e New items held domestically rather than drop-shipped across a border with duties attached.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShips from Canada:\u003c\/strong\u003e No duties or brokerage fees for Canadian buyers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eNew Products in Canada — Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdl\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the newest version always better?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n    \u003cdd\u003eNot always. Some revisions bring genuine optical or mechanical improvements; others change styling or connectors. Ask us about a specific product and we will tell you what actually changed.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I pre-order incoming stock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n    \u003cdd\u003eFor many items, yes, and it matters where allocations are limited. Contact us about a specific product and we will tell you the expected timing.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo new products have full warranty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n    \u003cdd\u003eYes. As an authorized dealer we supply new releases with full manufacturer warranty, processed domestically in Canada.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill accessories be available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n    \u003cdd\u003eSometimes adapters and correctors lag a new camera or telescope launch by months. We will tell you what is available now rather than what is promised.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWatching for something specific?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eTell us what you are waiting for and we will let you know when it lands. Canadian stock, fast domestic shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sky-watcher-heliostar-76ha-solar-telescope","title":"Sky-Watcher Heliostar 76Ha Solar Telescope","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e76mm Achromatic Doublet Optics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e630mm Focal Length (f\/8.3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatively \u0026lt; 0.55Å Bandpass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12mm H-alpha Blocking Diagonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" Dual-Speed Crayford Focuser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes Eyepiece, Solar Finder, and Case\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\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\u003eSky-Watcher Heliostar 76mm H-Alpha Solar Telescope\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher Heliostar 76mm H-Alpha Solar Telescope uses a 76mm achromatic doublet objective and a 630mm focal length (f\/8.3) to deliver high-resolution views of the sun's chromosphere. Its internal etalon system achieves a \u0026lt;0.55Å bandpass, revealing fine surface detail and dramatic prominences without requiring a second, external filter. The diffraction-limited (1\/4 wave) optical system includes a 12mm blocking filter integrated into the diagonal and a 20mm 70° eyepiece that yields 32x magnification right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNatively \u0026lt;0.55Å Bandpass for High-Contrast Detail\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Heliostar 76mm is engineered to operate at a \u0026lt;0.55Å bandpass, an extremely narrow wavelength that isolates the hydrogen-alpha emission line. This precision allows you to see the dynamic, high-contrast details of the solar chromosphere—swirling filaments, bright plage around sunspots, and eruptive prominences on the solar limb—with clarity typically reserved for more complex and expensive double-stack systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e76mm Aperture for High-Resolution Solar Views\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a 76mm primary aperture, this telescope resolves fine solar features down to a Dawes Limit of 1.52 arcseconds. The 630mm focal length produces a 6mm solar image size, which is perfectly framed by the included 20mm eyepiece for full-disk views. This optical combination gives you the power to study the fine structure of sunspot umbra and the delicate texture of solar granulation across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImaging-Ready with a 2\" Dual-Speed Focuser\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for both visual observation and imaging, the Heliostar 76mm features a robust 2\" dual-speed Crayford focuser. This mechanism provides the fine focus control essential for capturing sharp images of fleeting solar phenomena. The complete optical tube weighs a manageable 8.4 pounds and attaches to any compatible mount using the included mounting rings and V-style dovetail bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Complete, Ready-to-Observe Solar Package\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis telescope is a dedicated, all-in-one system for H-alpha solar astronomy. It includes all the essential accessories for safe and immediate viewing.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeliostar Solar Finder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safely and quickly align the telescope with the Sun without looking through the main optics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12mm Blocking Diagonal:\u003c\/strong\u003e An integral part of the safety system, this diagonal contains the final filtering stage required for observation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Accessory Kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 20mm 70º eyepiece, a cell phone adapter for basic imaging, and a clip-on sunshade are included, all housed within a rugged carrying case for protection and portability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA significant trade-off for this specialized instrument is its dedicated function; it is designed exclusively for solar observing and cannot be used to view nighttime celestial objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat can I see with the Sky-Watcher Heliostar 76 H-Alpha telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Heliostar 76mm is designed to reveal the Sun's dynamic chromosphere. You can observe dramatic solar prominences lifting off the limb, dark, snake-like filaments stretched across the surface, bright active regions (plage), and the granular texture of the solar surface, all in the specific hydrogen-alpha wavelength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat does a \u0026lt;0.55Å bandpass mean for the Heliostar 76?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBandpass refers to how narrow a slice of the light spectrum the telescope lets through. At \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026lt;0.55Å\u003c\/strong\u003e (angstroms), the Heliostar 76 provides a very narrow window centered on the H-alpha line. This is critical for generating high-contrast views of surface features like filaments and granulation, which can appear washed out in telescopes with wider bandpasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Heliostar 76mm good for imaging solar flares?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is well-suited for imaging. The \u003cstrong\u003e76mm aperture\u003c\/strong\u003e provides the necessary resolution to capture fine details in active regions where flares occur. The \u003cstrong\u003e2\" dual-speed Crayford focuser\u003c\/strong\u003e is essential for achieving the critical focus needed with a high-speed solar imaging camera. Its \u003cstrong\u003ef\/8.3\u003c\/strong\u003e focal ratio is also compatible with a wide range of modern CMOS cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDo I need to buy a double-stack filter for the Heliostar 76 telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Heliostar 76mm is designed to deliver the high-contrast views of a double-stack system with its single, internal etalon. It achieves its \u0026lt;0.55Å bandpass natively, so you do not need to purchase an additional, often expensive, second etalon filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow would the Heliostar 76mm perform for showing sunspots at a public outreach event?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt would be an excellent choice. The included \u003cstrong\u003e20mm eyepiece provides 32x magnification\u003c\/strong\u003e, which perfectly frames the entire solar disk. The Heliostar solar finder ensures you can locate the sun quickly and safely. Furthermore, the included \u003cstrong\u003ecell phone adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e allows you to snap quick images of the sunspots and prominences to share with the audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat kind of mount do I need for the 8.4-pound Heliostar 76 H-Alpha OTA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe telescope's optical tube weighs \u003cstrong\u003e8.4 pounds\u003c\/strong\u003e and comes with a V-style dovetail. It requires a sturdy alt-azimuth or equatorial mount with a payload capacity of at least 12-15 pounds for stable visual use and imaging. The Sky-Watcher SolarQuest mount is specifically recommended as an ideal pairing for a portable, automated solar tracking setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e810098970624\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAchromatic Doublet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e76mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e630mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/8.3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBandpass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; 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imaging)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eHeliostar 76mm H-Alpha Solar Telescope OTA\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eMounting Rings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eV-Style Dovetail Bar\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003e12mm H-Alpha Blocking Diagonal\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003e20mm 70° Eyepiece (1.25\")\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eHeliostar Solar Finder\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eClip-On Sunshade\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eCell Phone Adapter\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eHard Carrying Case\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\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDigital Manual (PDF)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003eA digital version of the manual is available from the manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/sky-watcher-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSky-Watcher 2-Year Limited Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sky-Watcher","offers":[{"title":"No mount","offer_id":49393026400541,"sku":"SW-S11315","price":4720.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"SolarQuest Mount","offer_id":49393026433309,"sku":"SW-S11330","price":5410.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Sky-Watcher-Heliostar-76mm-S11315-1.jpg?v=1746201751"},{"product_id":"zwo-asi585mc-air-wireless-smart-color-camera","title":"ZWO ASI585MC-AIR Wireless Smart Color Camera","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8.29 Megapixel 1\/1.2\" Sony IMX585 Color CMOS Sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated ASIAIR Plus, 256 GB Onboard Storage, and WiFi Control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in SC2210 Guide Sensor (1920x1080)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e91% Peak Quantum Efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e47ke- Full Well Capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-Stage TEC Cooling\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\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\u003eZWO ASI585MC-Air Wireless Smart Camera and Guider\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ZWO ASI585MC-Air integrates a cooled 8.29 MP Sony IMX585 main sensor, a dedicated SC2210 guide sensor, and the full ASIAIR wireless control system with 256 GB of storage into a single, compact body. Its main sensor achieves 91% peak quantum efficiency with 2.9µm pixels to resolve fine detail, while the 47ke- full well capacity and ultra-low 0.8e- read noise ensure high dynamic range on both faint and bright targets. This 3-in-1 design eliminates the complexity of separate guide scopes and control computers, streamlining your entire imaging workflow from polar alignment to final image capture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA 3-in-1 Design with 256 GB Onboard Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy combining the main camera, guide camera, and a full ASIAIR computer into one unit, the ASI585MC-Air radically simplifies your imaging setup. This integration removes the need for an external guide scope, off-axis guider, and separate computer, reducing cable clutter and potential failure points. With 256 GB of built-in storage, you can save an entire night's worth of data directly to the camera, transferring files later via its high-speed connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnified Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect your mount and other ZWO accessories directly to the camera's powered USB hub, and control everything wirelessly from a single app on your tablet or phone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimplified Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entire system—imager, guider, cooler, and computer—runs off a single 12V power input, making field setup faster and more reliable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Guiding:\u003c\/strong\u003e The on-axis guide sensor eliminates differential flexure between the imaging and guiding optical paths, a common source of tracking errors in setups with separate guide scopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e8.29 MP Sony IMX585 Sensor with 91% QE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the core of the ASI585MC-Air is Sony's back-illuminated IMX585 sensor, a chip known for its high sensitivity and low noise. Its 8.29 MP resolution across a 1\/1.2\" format provides a large enough field for many nebulae and galaxies while maintaining the pixel density needed for planetary work. The combination of 91% peak QE and read noise as low as 0.8e- means that faint signal is captured cleanly, even in short exposures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo-stage TEC cooling drops the sensor temperature significantly below ambient, drastically reducing thermal noise during long exposures of deep-sky objects. ZWO's integrated anti-amp glow circuitry further cleans the raw data, producing smooth, artifact-free frames that are easier to process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntegrated SC2210 Guider with 4µm Pixels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ASI585MC-Air removes the complexity of autoguiding by building a sensitive SC2210 CMOS sensor directly into the camera body, just off-axis from the main imager. This 1920x1080 resolution sensor with 4µm pixels is highly effective at detecting faint guide stars. Once your main camera is in focus, a simple adjustment knob on the camera body allows you to independently focus the guide sensor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary trade-off for this convenience is the requirement for a well-corrected optical system. To ensure both the main and guide sensors are fully illuminated with sharp stars, your telescope or corrector must produce a flat image circle of at least 36mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eZWO ASI585MC-AIR vs. ASI585MC Pro\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile both cameras are built around the same excellent Sony IMX585 sensor, they serve entirely different system-building philosophies. The ASI585MC Pro is a dedicated, high-performance camera that requires a separate computer and guiding solution. The ASI585MC-AIR is a complete, self-contained imaging system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantage ASI585MC-AIR:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full integration is the key benefit. You get the camera, guider, and ASIAIR computer in one device, controlled wirelessly. This dramatically simplifies setup, cable management, and operation in the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantage ASI585MC Pro:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modularity. If you already own an ASIAIR, a guide camera, and an OAG, the Pro model is a more cost-effective way to get the IMX585 sensor. It also allows you to use an off-axis guider, which places the guide prism closer to the main optical axis for potentially tighter guiding on long focal length instruments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltimately, the choice depends on your existing gear. For a new, streamlined, grab-and-go setup, the ASI585MC-AIR is the clear choice. For those integrating a new camera into a mature, component-based rig, the ASI585MC Pro offers more flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the main advantage of the ASI585MC-AIR over a separate camera and ASIAIR Plus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary advantage is radical simplification. The \u003cstrong\u003eZWO ASI585MC-AIR\u003c\/strong\u003e integrates the camera, guider, and ASIAIR computer into a single unit with one power cable. This reduces weight, cable clutter, and potential points of failure compared to a modular setup with three separate components and their associated cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the ASI585MC-AIR perform on Jupiter with an 8\" f\/10 SCT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ASI585MC-AIR is an excellent planetary camera. For its \u003cstrong\u003e2.9µm pixels\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ideal focal ratio for imaging planets like Jupiter is between f\/14 and f\/21. With an f\/10 SCT, you would achieve this by adding a 1.5x to 2x Barlow lens to your imaging train. This combination will provide the optimal image scale to resolve fine details like cloud bands and the Great Red Spot under good seeing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the ASI585MC-AIR a good choice for imaging the Orion Nebula (M42) with a small refractor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it's a very capable combination. The camera's \u003cstrong\u003e8.29 MP sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e and high \u003cstrong\u003e91% quantum efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e are well-suited for bright deep-sky targets like the Orion Nebula (M42). On a short focal length refractor, you can easily frame the entire nebula. The integrated cooling will control thermal noise, allowing you to take longer sub-exposures to capture the faint outer structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDo I need a separate guide scope with the ZWO ASI585MC-AIR?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The ASI585MC-AIR has a built-in \u003cstrong\u003eSC2210 guide sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e. This eliminates the need for a separate guide scope or off-axis guider, which is one of its main design benefits. You simply focus the main camera, then use the adjustment knob to focus the guide camera, and you are ready to autoguide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat size telescope image circle is required for the ASI585MC-AIR's dual sensors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure both the main imaging sensor and the offset guide sensor are fully and sharply illuminated, your telescope and any field flatteners or reducers must produce a corrected image circle of at least \u003cstrong\u003e36 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e. While it may work with smaller corrected fields, you risk distorted stars in the guide sensor, which can degrade guiding accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the ZWO ASI585MC-AIR without WiFi?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the primary control method is wireless via the ASIAIR app, the camera does have physical ports. You can connect accessories via its powered USB hub and transfer data from its \u003cstrong\u003e256 GB\u003c\/strong\u003e of internal storage. 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This entire system is powered and controlled via a single USB-C connection and is housed in a compact, all-metal body that weighs only 0.47 lbs (215g).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAutomated Focusing with an 11 lb Capacity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EAFN's stepper motor and gearbox confidently drive imaging loads up to 11 lbs (5kg), eliminating focus shift even with heavy components like cooled cameras, filter wheels, and off-axis guiders. This robust capacity ensures that autofocus routines run reliably without mechanical slippage, maintaining critical focus on demanding optical systems like Schmidt-Cassegrains and large refractors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStepper Motor Precision with a 128:1 Ratio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the core of the EAFN is a stepper motor with a 7.5° step angle, geared down through a 128:1 reducer. This results in incredibly fine, repeatable focus adjustments of approximately 2.8 microns per step, allowing software to dial in perfect focus that is far more precise than humanly possible with a manual knob. While the EAFN can execute these adjustments automatically in response to filter changes or meridian flips, achieving focus correction based on temperature shifts requires the optional ZWO Temperature Sensor for real-time thermal data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecise Adjustments:\u003c\/strong\u003e The high-resolution motor allows autofocus software to achieve a significantly sharper V-curve, resulting in tighter stars across the entire frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepeatability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Return to a precise focus point for different filters or after temperature changes with absolute accuracy, night after night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e The EAFN connects directly to the ASIAIR ecosystem or ASCOM\/INDI-compatible software, integrating seamlessly into established imaging workflows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eZWO EAFN vs. Original ZWO EAF\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EAFN is a direct evolution of the original, widely-adopted ZWO EAF, incorporating key hardware upgrades for modern astrophotography rigs. The primary advantage of the newer EAFN is the increased payload capacity and the streamlined connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePayload Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e The original EAF was rated for approximately 5.5 lbs (2.5kg). The EAFN doubles this to 11 lbs (5kg), providing essential stability for heavier, full-frame imaging setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower and Data:\u003c\/strong\u003e The EAFN uses a single, modern USB-C port for both 12V power and data. The original EAF required a separate 12V DC barrel connector for power and a legacy USB 2.0 Type-B port for data, complicating cable management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm Factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e While sharing a similar mounting pattern for broad compatibility, the EAFN features a refined, slightly more compact housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the 11 lb capacity of the ZWO EAFN benefit imaging with an SCT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain telescopes often require moving a heavy primary mirror for focusing. The ZWO EAFN's \u003cstrong\u003e11 lb (5kg) payload capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e provides ample torque to move the mirror assembly smoothly and without motor strain, even with a heavy camera, filter wheel, and focal reducer attached. This prevents mirror shift and ensures autofocus routines are consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat software do I need to use the ZWO EAFN's autofocus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ZWO EAFN integrates seamlessly with ZWO's own \u003cstrong\u003eASIAIR\u003c\/strong\u003e devices. For PC or Mac-based control, it is fully compatible with any software that supports the \u003cstrong\u003eASCOM\u003c\/strong\u003e (Windows) or \u003cstrong\u003eINDI\u003c\/strong\u003e (Mac\/Linux) platforms, including popular applications like N.I.N.A., Sequence Generator Pro, and KStars\/Ekos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the ZWO EAFN for visual observing without a computer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. While its primary function is for automated imaging, the ZWO EAFN features physical In\/Out buttons on the device itself for manual control. For more ergonomic control away from the telescope, you can also connect the optional \u003cstrong\u003eZWO Hand Controller\u003c\/strong\u003e (sold separately).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill the ZWO EAFN work with my William Optics refractor during a multi-night run of the Andromeda Galaxy (M31)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The ZWO EAFN is compatible with most William Optics focusers. For a multi-night project on M31, you can program your imaging software (like N.I.N.A. or ASIAIR) to automatically re-run the autofocus routine at set intervals, after every filter change, or after a meridian flip, ensuring your focus remains sharp across multiple nights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the ZWO EAFN require a separate 12V power supply?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the ZWO EAFN simplifies cable management by drawing both power and data through its single \u003cstrong\u003eUSB-C port\u003c\/strong\u003e when connected to a computer or ASIAIR. The older ZWO EAF model required a separate 12V power input in addition to its USB data cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the main advantage of the ZWO EAFN over the older ZWO EAF model?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two main advantages are payload and connectivity. The ZWO EAFN supports an \u003cstrong\u003e11 lb payload\u003c\/strong\u003e, double that of the original EAF, making it suitable for much heavier imaging trains. It also uses a single \u003cstrong\u003eUSB-C cable\u003c\/strong\u003e for both power and data, whereas the original required two separate cables (USB-B and a 12V DC barrel jack).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZWO-EAFN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectronic Stepper Motor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePayload Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 lbs (5 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStepper Motor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStep Angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReduction Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e128:1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution per Step\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 2.812 μm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower \/ Data Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupply Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12V @ 0.5A (via USB-C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e41 mm x 52 mm x 70.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.47 lbs (215 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eZWO Electronic Automatic Focuser\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\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zwoastro.com\/software\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 640 512\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\u003cpath fill=\"#0047a7\" d=\"M128 32C92.7 32 64 60.7 64 96l0 256 64 0 0-256 384 0 0 256 64 0 0-256c0-35.3-28.7-64-64-64L128 32zM19.2 384C8.6 384 0 392.6 0 403.2C0 445.6 34.4 480 76.8 480l486.4 0c42.4 0 76.8-34.4 76.8-76.8c0-10.6-8.6-19.2-19.2-19.2L19.2 384z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e \n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDownload Software\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/zwo-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eZWO 2-Year Limited Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ZWO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50073236898077,"sku":"ZWO-EAFN","price":279.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/ZWO-EAFN-1.jpg?v=1750191397"},{"product_id":"william-optics-ultracat-108-f-4-8-wifd","title":"William Optics UltraCat 108 f\/4.8 WIFD","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e108mm Aperture, 5-Element Advanced Petzval Optical Design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast f\/4.8 Focal Ratio with 518mm Focal Length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMassive 60mm Flat-Field Image Circle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented William Optics Internal Focuser Design (WIFD)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports Medium Format, Full Frame, and APS-C Sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7.96 kg Optical Tube Assembly Weight\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\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\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\u003eWilliam Optics UltraCat 108 f\/4.8 WIFD\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe William Optics UltraCat 108 f\/4.8 WIFD integrates a 108mm, 5-element Petzval optical system to deliver a massive 60mm flat image circle at a fast f\/4.8 focal ratio. With a 518mm focal length and an OTA weight of just 7.96 kg, this astrograph is engineered for demanding imagers using full-frame and medium format cameras. The innovative internal focuser provides 30mm of precise travel, ensuring perfect focus without altering the telescope's 512.9mm minimum tube length or balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5-Element Petzval Optics: A Flat 60mm Image Circle at f\/4.8\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UltraCat 108's optical core is an advanced 5-element Petzval design that requires no additional field flattener. This integrated system uses a combination of two Super ED, one ED, one Lanthanum, and one X-Element glass to produce a perfectly flat 60mm image circle, ensuring pinpoint stars from the center to the corners of even medium-format sensors. At f\/4.8, you can capture deep signal on faint nebulae and galaxies with shorter exposure times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePatented WIFD Focuser: 30mm of Stable, Internal Travel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Optics' patented Internal Focuser Design (WIFD) eliminates the primary weakness of traditional refractors: focuser sag and balance shift. By moving the optical elements internally over a 30mm travel distance, the camera and imaging train remain fixed. This rock-solid connection prevents tilt and flexure, maintaining perfect orthogonality to the image plane, which is critical for achieving sharpness across the large 60mm field. The focuser is also compatible with electronic focusers like the ZWO EAF for automated imaging routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e7.96 kg OTA with Integrated Rotator and Tilt Adjuster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeighing only 7.96 kg, the UltraCat 108 OTA is remarkably portable for its aperture and capabilities, making it compatible with a wide range of mid-to-heavy-payload equatorial mounts. The system includes professional-grade tools for perfect camera alignment right out of the box. An integrated camera rotator allows for effortless framing of your target, while the included Sensor Tilt Xterminator gives you fine control to eliminate any residual tilt in your imaging train.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eM48, M54, and M68 Adapters for Medium Format to M4\/3 Sensors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UltraCat 108 is designed for immediate integration into your existing setup. It ships with a comprehensive set of M48, M54, and M68 camera adapters, accommodating everything from standard 2\" filter wheels to large-format cameras. This ensures a wide, unvignetted light path to capitalize on the full 60mm image circle. The system also supports a wide range of T-mounts for Canon, Nikon, Sony, Pentax, MFT, and Fuji cameras, offering versatility for both dedicated astro cameras and DSLRs\/mirrorless bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUltraCat 108 vs. Takahashi FSQ-106EDX4: Aperture and Inclusions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Takahashi FSQ-106EDX4 is an industry benchmark, known for its impeccable optical quality and the ability to achieve a massive 88mm image circle with its dedicated reducer. It sets a high standard for flat-field performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe William Optics UltraCat 108 presents a compelling alternative focused on aperture and out-of-the-box functionality. It offers a larger 108mm aperture and a slightly faster native f\/4.8 focal ratio. Crucially, the UltraCat 108 includes a rotator, tilt adapter, multiple camera adapters, mounting rings, and a carrying case as standard, components that are often costly add-ons for other premium systems. This makes the UltraCat 108 a complete, ready-to-image package for the advanced astrophotographer seeking exceptional value and capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the William Optics UltraCat 108 require a field flattener?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The UltraCat 108 uses a 5-element Petzval optical design, which has a built-in field flattener. It is engineered to deliver a flat 60mm image circle with no additional optical correctors required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the advantage of the WIFD focuser on the UltraCat 108?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe William Optics Internal Focuser Design (WIFD) moves optical elements internally to achieve focus, rather than moving the camera externally. This offers two key advantages:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Sag or Flexure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your camera and filter wheel are attached to a solid, fixed point, eliminating sag that can cause tilted images.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStable Balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Since the heavy imaging payload doesn't move, the telescope's balance on the mount remains constant throughout the 30mm of focus travel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the UltraCat 108's 60mm image circle benefit imaging the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) with a full-frame camera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA full-frame sensor has a diagonal of approximately 43mm. The UltraCat 108's massive 60mm image circle completely illuminates this sensor with high-quality, pinpoint stars from edge to edge. When imaging a large target like the Andromeda Galaxy (M31), this ensures you can capture its full expanse and surrounding dust lanes without vignetting or distorted stars in the corners of your frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat do I need to attach my ZWO camera with a filter wheel to the UltraCat 108?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UltraCat 108 comes with M48, M54, and M68 adapters, making it ready for most standard ZWO camera and filter wheel combinations. You will use the appropriate adapter to connect to your filter wheel, ensuring you maintain the correct back focus for a flat field. The included Sensor Tilt Xterminator allows you to make fine adjustments for perfect sensor alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the 7.96 kg OTA weight of the UltraCat 108 suitable for a mount like the Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro typically has a payload capacity of around 20 kg (44 lbs). The UltraCat 108's total weight with rings and dovetail is 9.58 kg (21.12 lbs). Even after adding a guide scope, camera, and other accessories, the total weight will remain well within the imaging payload limit of an EQ6-R Pro or similar class mount, ensuring stable and accurate tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat are the included M48, M54, and M68 adapters for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are different-sized threaded adapters to connect various cameras and accessories. \u003cstrong\u003eM48\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most common standard for 2\" filters and full-frame camera connections. \u003cstrong\u003eM54\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eM68\u003c\/strong\u003e are larger-diameter threads used on many large-format astronomy cameras and accessories to prevent vignetting and provide a more secure connection for heavy imaging trains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLens Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5-Element Advanced Petzval\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Elements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 elements including 2x Super ED, 1x ED, 1x Lanthanum, and 1x X-Element glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e108 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e518 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/4.8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImage Circle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWIFD Rack \u0026amp; 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Handlebar\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eSensor Tilt Xterminator \u0026amp; Rotator\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eM68, M54, M48 Camera Adapters\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eVixen-style Plate\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eSoft Carry Case\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eAllen Key Set\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\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/william-optics-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWilliam Optics 2-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"William Optics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50180567367965,"sku":"WO-T-C-108BR","price":5517.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/William-Optics-UltraCat-108-1.jpg?v=1753236705"},{"product_id":"seestar-s30-pro-smart-telescope","title":"Seestar S30 Pro Smart Telescope","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll-in-One Smart Telescope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4K Dual-Lens Imaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-Tap Astrophotography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-Portable and Versatile\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\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!-- Title image text --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Main Image --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSeestar S30 Pro - 4K Dual Vision. Galaxy at a Tap\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Seestar-S30-Pro-Features.jpg?v=1767144926\" alt=\"Seestar-S30-Banner\" class=\"DAV-img-banner\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Seestar S30 Pro is a next-generation smart telescope designed to make advanced astrophotography simple and accessible. Ultra-portable and fully automated, it delivers professional-level 4K Ultra HD results in minutes with no setup complexity. It integrates the telescope, camera, auto focuser, mount, filter system, and controller into a single compact device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- image text --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Image Section --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Seestar-S30-Pro-4K-Dual-Lens.jpg?v=1767145208\" alt=\"4K Dual-Lens Imaging System\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Text Section --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-text\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4K Dual-Lens Imaging System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA professional dual-camera system captures both wide-field and deep-sky views.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelephoto IMX585 sensor (1\/1.2 inch) with four times larger light-sensitive area compared to S30\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide-angle IMX586 camera for Milky Way and landscape imaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigher resolution, lower noise, and more natural color rendering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- image text --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Image Section --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Seestar-S30-Pro-Imaging-Modes.jpg?v=1767145308\" alt=\"Four Imaging Modes\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Text Section --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-text\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFour Imaging Modes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for both night and day imaging. 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Title","offer_id":50787573367069,"sku":"SS-S30-PRO","price":1009.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Seestar-S30-Pro-1.jpg?v=1767143683"},{"product_id":"william-optics-ultracat-56-f-4-8-wifd","title":"William Optics UltraCat 56 f\/4.8 WIFD","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e56mm Aperture, 269mm Focal Length (f\/4.8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-Element Advanced Petzval Optical Design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50mm Image Circle for Full-Frame Sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWilliam Optics Internal Focus Design (WIFD)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighs only 2.56 kg (5.64 lbs)\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\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\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\u003eWilliam Optics UltraCat 56 f\/4.8 WIFD Astrograph\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe William Optics UltraCat 56 f\/4.8 WIFD integrates a 56mm aperture with a fast f\/4.8 focal ratio into a sophisticated 5-element Petzval design for portable wide-field imaging. Its 269mm focal length produces a massive 50mm image circle, fully illuminating full-frame sensors with perfectly flat fields and no additional flattener required. Weighing just 2.56 kg, this compact astrograph offers 0-30mm of precise internal focus travel, making it a definitive choice for capturing vast nebulae and stellar fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5-Element Petzval Optics: A Flat 50mm Image Circle at f\/4.8\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UltraCat 56's optical system is engineered to deliver a perfectly flat field across its entire 50mm image circle, eliminating the need for a separate field flattener. This 5-element Petzval design incorporates two Super ED glass elements, one ED element, and one Lanthanum element to achieve apochromatic color correction, rendering stars as sharp points with no distracting chromatic aberration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fast f\/4.8 focal ratio significantly reduces exposure times, allowing you to gather more signal on faint, expansive targets like the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) or the Rho Ophiuchi cloud complex in a single session. This combination of a wide, flat field and fast optics makes the UltraCat 56 an ideal instrument for full-frame and APS-C DSLR or dedicated astronomy cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWIFD Focuser: 30mm of Travel with Integrated Rotation \u0026amp; Tilt\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the imaging train is the William Optics Internal Focus Design (WIFD), a robust rack-and-pinion mechanism that moves the lens elements internally. This design provides 30mm of precise focus travel without any external tube extension, preventing focuser sag and maintaining perfect balance, which is critical when using an electronic autofocuser (EAF).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Rotator:\u003c\/strong\u003e The included 360° rotator allows for effortless camera framing without loosening any threaded connections, preserving optical alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensor Tilt Adjuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e A built-in tilt adapter lets you fine-tune your camera's sensor plane to be perfectly orthogonal to the optical axis, ensuring sharp stars across the entire frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBahtinov Mask Cap:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lens cap features an integrated Bahtinov mask, providing a simple and highly accurate tool for achieving critical focus every time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2.56 kg Portability with Vixen\/Arca-Swiss Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for imagers on the go, the UltraCat 56 OTA weighs only 2.56 kg (5.64 lbs). This low weight makes it an excellent match for portable tracking mounts and simplifies setup and transport for field use. The entire package, including rings and dovetail, comes in at a mere 3.21 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instrument includes a dual-function dovetail plate that is compatible with both traditional Vixen-style saddles and modern Arca-Swiss tripod heads, offering maximum mounting flexibility. The patented William Optics handle bar not only provides a secure grip but also serves as a mounting point for guide scopes or other accessories, while the included soft carry case protects the telescope during travel and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUltraCat 56 vs. RedCat 51: Aperture and Image Circle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the RedCat 51 has established itself as a benchmark for ultra-portable astrographs, the UltraCat 56 offers key advantages for imagers seeking more light-gathering power and wider field coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRedCat 51 Advantage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The RedCat 51 is slightly smaller, lighter, and has a proven track record as one of the most popular portable imaging refractors available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUltraCat 56 Advantage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The UltraCat 56 features a larger 56mm aperture compared to the RedCat's 51mm, providing a 20% increase in light-gathering area. Its 50mm image circle is also significantly larger than the RedCat's 44mm circle, offering superior illumination and less vignetting for full-frame and larger sensors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat makes the William Optics UltraCat 56's Petzval design special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e5-element Petzval design\u003c\/strong\u003e has a field-correcting lens group built directly into the optical tube. This means you get a perfectly flat field, sharp to the edge, without needing to purchase, space, or configure a separate field flattener. It simplifies your imaging train and guarantees optimal performance out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the UltraCat 56 WIFD focuser compatible with a ZWO EAF?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the William Optics Internal Focus Design (WIFD) focuser is fully compatible with the ZWO Electronic Automatic Focuser (EAF) and other popular EAF systems. The internal focusing mechanism prevents sag and maintains balance, making it an ideal platform for automated focusing routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow will the UltraCat 56 perform on the North America Nebula (NGC 7000) with a full-frame camera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UltraCat 56 is perfectly suited for this target. Its 269mm focal length and 50mm image circle will allow a full-frame sensor to capture the entire North America Nebula and the adjacent Pelican Nebula (IC 5070) in a single frame with excellent, pinpoint stars across the field. The fast f\/4.8 ratio will also help capture the faint hydrogen-alpha emissions with shorter sub-exposures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the UltraCat 56 on a lightweight star tracker?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. With a total weight of only \u003cstrong\u003e3.21 kg (7.08 lbs)\u003c\/strong\u003e including the ring and dovetail, the UltraCat 56 is well within the capacity of most premium portable star trackers like the Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer GTi or iOptron SkyGuider Pro. Its compact size and internal focusing make it a very stable and manageable load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the purpose of the included Sensor Tilt Xterminator on the UltraCat 56?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sensor Tilt Xterminator is a built-in tilt adjuster. It allows you to make micro-adjustments to the angle of your camera sensor relative to the telescope's focal plane. This is used to correct for any slight sensor tilt in your camera, ensuring that you can achieve perfectly sharp, round stars in all four corners of your image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat do I need to connect my Canon RF-mount camera to the UltraCat 56?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UltraCat 56 includes M48 and M54 camera adapters. To connect a specific camera brand, you will need a separate, camera-specific M48 or M54 T-ring. For a Canon RF-mount camera, you would need an M48-to-Canon-RF adapter, which is widely available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLens Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5-Element Advanced Petzval\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLens Elements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuper ED Glass x2, ED Glass x1, Lanthanum Glass x1, X-Element x1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e56 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e269 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/4.8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImage Circle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWIFD Rack \u0026amp; 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Handle Bar\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDual-side Vixen\/Arca-Swiss Plate\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eSensor Tilt Xterminator Rotator\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eM54 \u0026amp; M48 Camera Adapters\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eAdapter Wrench\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eAllen Key Set\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eSoft Carry Case\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\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/william-optics-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWilliam Optics 2-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"William Optics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50846087184669,"sku":"WO-T-C-56BR","price":1929.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/William-Optics-UltraCat-56-WIFD-1.jpg?v=1768578664"},{"product_id":"william-optics-ultracat-76-f-4-8-wifd","title":"William Optics UltraCat 76 f\/4.8 WIFD","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e76 mm Aperture, 365 mm Focal Length (f\/4.8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-Element Advanced Petzval Optical Design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50 mm Corrected Image Circle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWilliam Optics Internal Focusing Design (WIFD)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Weight of 4.98 kg (10.98 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual Vixen\/Arca-Swiss Dovetail Plate\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\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\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\u003eWilliam Optics UltraCat 76 f\/4.8 WIFD\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe William Optics UltraCat 76 f\/4.8 WIFD integrates a 5-element Petzval optical system into a portable 76 mm aperture refractor, delivering a perfectly flat 50 mm image circle without an external flattener. Its fast f\/4.8 focal ratio and 365 mm focal length are engineered for wide-field deep-sky imaging, capturing immense targets on full-frame sensors. The entire imaging package, weighing only 4.98 kg, is built around an internal focuser design to eliminate sag and maintain perfect balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5-Element Petzval Optics: A 50mm Flat Field with No Flattener\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe core of the UltraCat 76 is its advanced 5-element Petzval lens system, which uses two Super ED, one ED, and one Lanthanum glass element to achieve outstanding apochromatic color correction. This design naturally corrects for field curvature, producing pinpoint stars across a massive 50 mm image circle, fully illuminating full-frame and even larger sensors without vignetting. By eliminating the need for a separate flattener, your imaging train is simpler, lighter, and more rigid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWIFD Focuser: 20mm Internal Travel with Integrated Tilt Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Optics' patented Internal Focusing Design (WIFD) moves the optical assembly internally, preventing the drawtube sag and balance shift common with external focusers. With 20 mm of precise travel, the rack-and-pinion mechanism is compatible with EAF systems for automated focusing. The entire focuser assembly includes a camera rotator for framing, M48 and M54 adapters, and the Sensor Tilt Xterminator, giving you complete control over your imaging train for perfectly flat and sharp fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineered for Portability: 4.98 kg Total Weight and Vixen\/Arca-Swiss Plate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for field use, the UltraCat 76 has a total weight of just 4.98 kg (10.98 lbs) with rings and dovetail attached. This makes it an ideal match for modern portable equatorial mounts. The included dual-side dovetail plate offers native Vixen and Arca-Swiss compatibility, allowing you to mount it on virtually any astronomical or photographic tripod head without extra hardware. The package includes a patented handle bar, riser blocks for optimal balancing, and a soft carry case for transport and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy doesn't the William Optics UltraCat 76 need a field flattener?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UltraCat 76 uses a \u003cstrong\u003e5-element Petzval optical design\u003c\/strong\u003e. This advanced configuration has corrective elements built into the rear of the optical tube, which naturally corrects for field curvature. This provides a flat 50 mm image circle without the need for an external flattener, simplifying your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the UltraCat 76's 50mm image circle perform with a full-frame camera on the North American Nebula (NGC 7000)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 50 mm image circle is significantly larger than a standard full-frame sensor (43mm diagonal), ensuring the entire sensor is fully illuminated with no vignetting. Paired with the 365 mm focal length, you can easily capture the entire North American Nebula (NGC 7000) and the adjacent Pelican Nebula (IC 5070) in a single, sharp, flat frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the UltraCat 76's WIFD focuser compatible with a ZWO EAF?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the William Optics Internal Focusing Design (WIFD) is fully compatible with the ZWO EAF and other popular electronic automatic focusers. The internal rack-and-pinion mechanism provides the stability and precision required for automated focusing routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the advantage of the UltraCat 76's internal focuser design?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WIFD moves the optics internally rather than extending a drawtube. This offers two key advantages:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Sag:\u003c\/strong\u003e It eliminates the potential for drawtube sag, which can cause image tilt with heavy camera setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStable Balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Since the overall length of the telescope doesn't change during focusing, the center of balance remains constant, preventing tracking issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I use the Sensor Tilt Xterminator included with the UltraCat 76?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included Sensor Tilt Xterminator is a tilt adapter that sits in the imaging train. It has adjustment screws that allow you to make minute changes to the camera sensor's angle relative to the optical axis. This lets you correct for any sensor tilt, ensuring perfectly sharp stars from corner to corner of your image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat camera mounts are supported by the UltraCat 76?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UltraCat 76 includes M48 and M54 camera adapters, and supports a wide range of T-mounts for direct connection to popular DSLR and mirrorless cameras. Supported systems include \u003cstrong\u003eCanon EF, RF, Nikon F, Z, Sony E, Pentax K, MFT (M4\/3), and FUJI X\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLens Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5-Element Advanced Petzval\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLens Elements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuper ED Glass x2, ED Glass x1, Lanthanum Glass x1, X-Element x1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e76 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e365 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/4.8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImage Circle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWIFD Rack \u0026amp; Pinion Focuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEAF Compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser Travel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0-20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlattener Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo Flattener Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCamera Format Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Frame, APS-C, M4\/3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT-Mount Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCanon EF, RF; Nikon F, Z; Sony E; Pentax K; MFT (M4\/3); FUJI X\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDovetail Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVixen \/ Arca-Swiss Dual Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTube Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e363 mm - 415 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.81 kg \/ 8.4 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.98 kg \/ 10.98 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eUltraCat 76 Main Tube\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eBahtinov Cap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eMounting Ring \u0026amp; Handle bar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDual-side Vixen\/Arca-Swiss Plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eRiser Blocks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eSensor Tilt Xterminator Rotator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eM54 \u0026amp; M48 Camera Adapters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eM48, M54 Adapter Wrench\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eAllen Key Set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eSoft Carry Case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/william-optics-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWilliam Optics 2-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"William Optics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50846093934877,"sku":"WO-T-C-76BR","price":3033.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/William-Optics-UltraCat-76-WIFD-1.jpg?v=1768578903"}],"url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/en-us\/collections\/new-products.oembed","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}