{"product_id":"tele-vue-delite-13mm-62-eyepiece","title":"Tele Vue DeLite 13mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e13mm Focal Length\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e62° Apparent Field of View\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1.25\" Barrel Diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e20mm Eye Relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e13.8mm Field Stop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n          \u003ch2\u003eTele Vue DeLite 13mm 62° Eyepiece - 1.25\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 13mm is engineered as a compact, lightweight evolution of the Delos series, utilizing optical advancements derived from the Ethos project to achieve high-contrast performance in a 1.25-inch format. By scaling the design to a 62° apparent field, this optic maintains the pure image quality of the Delos while reducing total mass to 7.8 oz. It serves as a technically precise solution for observers requiring long eye relief and Dioptrx compatibility in a portable mechanical footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003e20mm Eye Relief and Adjustable Locking Eyeguard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue DeLite 13mm is engineered with a constant 20mm eye relief and a sliding mechanical housing to ensure consistent, comfortable eye placement for all observers. This long-relief design allows eyeglass wearers to maintain enough clearance to see the entire 62° field without contact between spectacles and the eyepiece. By locking the eyeguard at the specific height required for your eye's anatomy, you effectively eliminate the blackouts and \"kidney-beaning\" caused by improper eye positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSliding Locking Eyeguard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a physical hard-stop to secure the optimal eye point for consistent viewing sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDioptrx Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrates directly with Tele Vue Dioptrx lenses to resolve eyesight astigmatism while maintaining the ergonomic benefits of long eye relief.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003e13.8mm Field Stop and Framing Capacity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eWith a 13.8mm field stop, the Tele Vue DeLite 13mm is designed to provide a true field of view that frames compact deep-sky objects such as the Hercules Cluster (M13) with significant dark sky context. In an 8-inch f\/6 Dobsonian, this eyepiece produces 92x magnification, a combination that balances background sky darkness with enough scale to resolve outer stellar members. The 62° field format is physically smaller than the Delos or Nagler lines, facilitating easier balance on lightweight mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eOperational Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eObservers often evaluate the Tele Vue DeLite 13mm against wider-field designs based on weight, eye relief, and specific telescope requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. 13mm Nagler Type 6:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Nagler provides an 82° field but limits eye relief to 12mm, whereas the DeLite 13mm provides 20mm of eye relief for eyeglass compatibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. 12mm Delos:\u003c\/strong\u003e While the Delos offers a 72° field and 20mm eye relief, the DeLite 13mm weighs approximately 45% less, improving balance on lightweight tracking mounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Tele Vue DeLite 13mm a good all-around eyepiece?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, the 13mm focal length is considered a sweet spot for many telescopes. It provides mid-range magnification that is powerful enough for lunar and planetary detail while maintaining a wide enough field to observe larger deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula or Hercules Cluster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the DeLite 13mm compare to the 13mm Nagler Type 6?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 13mm DeLite focuses on maximum comfort and contrast with 20mm of eye relief and a 62° field. In contrast, the 13mm Nagler offers a wider 82° immersive view but has a much tighter 12mm eye relief, making the DeLite the preferred choice for those who wear glasses or observers who prefer a more relaxed eye position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the DeLite 13mm comfortable for eyeglass wearers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. With a generous 20mm of eye relief and a unique sliding, locking eyeguard, the DeLite 13mm allows users to maintain their glasses while seeing the full field of view. The adjustable guard allows you to set the perfect height to eliminate blackouts and eye strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the DeLite 13mm in a binoviewer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe DeLite 13mm is highly recommended for binoviewing due to its slim, lightweight 7.8 oz design. Its narrow body provides ample space for nose clearance between the two eyepieces, and its parfocal nature makes it easy to swap with other Tele Vue eyepieces without major refocusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat makes the 13mm DeLite different from the Delos series?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe DeLite 13mm is essentially a smaller, more economical, and lighter version of the 13mm Delos. While it reduces the apparent field of view from 72° to 62°, it retains the same elite glass quality, high contrast, and 20mm eye relief in a more portable, compact package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApparent Field of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye Relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField Stop Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrel Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.8 oz (221 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElements\/Groups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\/4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParfocal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (Group B)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg alt=\"13mm DeLite Eyepiece\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele-Vue-Delite-13mm-Eyepiece-1.jpg?v=1776214371\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDeLite 13mm 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