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Kowa TE-14WD Wide Angle Eyepiece

Kowa TE-14WD Wide Angle Eyepiece

by Kowa
SKU KOW-TE-14WD
CA$489.00 - CA$489.00
CA$489.00
CA$489.00 - CA$489.00
CA$489.00
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  • 32x Fixed Magnification on the TSN-82SV (per Kowa manual)
  • Wide-Angle Field of View
  • 20mm Eye Relief, Twist-Up Eyecup
  • For TSN-82SV, 660M & 600 Scopes
  • Fully Multi-Coated Optics
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  • Kowa TE-14WD Wide Angle Eyepiece

    The Kowa TE-14WD Wide Angle Eyepiece is a fixed magnification, wide angle eyepiece for the TSN-82SV, TSN-660M and TSN-600 spotting scopes. On the TSN-82SV it gives 32x with a 2.2° real field of view, 38 m at 1,000 m (114 ft at 1,000 yds), which makes it easier to find and follow subjects. Kowa says the fully multi-coated optics deliver crisp images and true color, and it offers 20mm of eye relief via a twist-up eyecup.

    A Fixed 32x Wide-Angle View on the TSN-82SV

    As a fixed magnification eyepiece, the TE-14WD gives one wide-angle magnification instead of a zoom range. Kowa's TSN-82SV manual lists, on the TSN-82SV:

    • Magnification: 32x (wide)
    • Real field of view: 2.2°
    • Field of view: 38 m at 1,000 m (114 ft at 1,000 yds)
    • Exit pupil: 2.6 mm (relative brightness 6.8)
    • Eye relief: 20 mm

    kowaoptics.com lists it as a 30x eyepiece weighing 7.0 oz. The manual explains that the magnification printed on these eyepieces is for TSN-660/600 series scopes and changes on the TSN-82SV.

    Kowa says the fully multi-coated optics deliver crisp images and true color, and describes the TE-14WD as very well suited for digiscoping.

    20mm Eye Relief and Broad Scope Compatibility

    Kowa lists 20mm of eye relief for the TE-14WD and describes generous eye relief via the twist-up eyecup. Kowa makes no further eyeglass claim for this eyepiece.

    Kowa lists this eyepiece for the TSN-82SV, TSN-660M and TSN-600 spotting scopes, and as compatible with legacy TSN-1, TSN-2, TSN-3 and TSN-4 scopes. On the TSN-82SV it fits the bayonet eyepiece mount, which lets the eyepiece be easily attached and removed. The manual notes that TSN-820/820M series eyepieces and TSN-EC eyepiece converters cannot be used with the TSN-82SV.

    Kowa TE-14WD vs. TE-9Z and TE-17HD Eyepieces

    Choosing the right eyepiece for your TSN-82SV or compatible scope depends on your primary use case. The TE-14WD is the wide-angle, fixed magnification option.

    • vs. TE-9Z 20-60x Zoom: On the TSN-82SV the TE-9Z zooms from 21x to 63x with a 1.8° to 0.95° real field. The TE-14WD gives a single 32x magnification with a wider 2.2° real field.
    • vs. TE-17HD 25x LER: The TE-17HD is Kowa's long eye relief eyepiece for the TSN-82SV, with 32mm eye relief at 27x and a 2.0° real field on the TSN-82SV. The TE-14WD gives a higher 32x magnification and a wider 2.2° field with 20mm eye relief.

  • What is the main advantage of the fixed-power Kowa TE-14WD over a zoom eyepiece like the TE-9Z?

    The Kowa TE-14WD gives a single wide-angle magnification: on the TSN-82SV, 32x with a 2.2° real field of view, wider than the TE-9Z's 1.8° at its lowest (21x) setting. The TE-9Z instead lets you zoom from 21x to 63x. Kowa makes no brightness comparison between the two.

    Which Kowa spotting scopes are compatible with the TE-14WD eyepiece?

    The Kowa TE-14WD is designed for the TSN-82SV, TSN-660M, and TSN-600 series spotting scopes. It is also backward-compatible with older Kowa models, including the TSN-1, TSN-2, TSN-3, and TSN-4.

    How much eye relief does the Kowa TE-14WD have?

    Kowa lists 20mm of eye relief for the TE-14WD and describes generous eye relief via the twist-up eyecup. For the TSN-82SV, Kowa's long eye relief option is the TE-17HD with 32mm.

    Does the magnification of the Kowa TE-14WD change on different scopes?

    Yes. An eyepiece's magnification depends on the focal length of the scope it is used on. Kowa's TSN-82SV manual explains that the magnification printed on these eyepieces is for TSN-660/600 series scopes and changes on the TSN-82SV: the TE-14WD, listed as 30x, gives 32x on the TSN-82SV.

    How well does the Kowa TE-14WD work for digiscoping distant wildlife?

    Kowa describes the TE-14WD as very well suited for digiscoping, and says its fully multi-coated optics deliver crisp images and true color. The wide field also makes it easier to locate and frame your subject.

    What's the difference between the Kowa TE-14WD and the TE-17HD eyepiece?

    Both are fixed-power eyepieces for the TSN-82SV. The TE-14WD is the wide-angle eyepiece: 32x with a 2.2° real field and 20mm eye relief on the TSN-82SV. The TE-17HD is the long eye relief (LER) eyepiece: 27x with a 2.0° real field and 32mm eye relief on the TSN-82SV.

  • UPC 879110001050
    Type Wide angle fixed eyepiece
    Compatible with Kowa TSN-82SV, TSN-660M and TSN-600 series spotting scopes
    Magnification on TSN-82SV 32x
    Real field of view on TSN-82SV 2.2°
    Field of view at 1,000 yd on TSN-82SV 114 ft
    Exit pupil on TSN-82SV 2.6 mm
    Eye relief 20 mm
    Marked magnification (TSN-660/600) 30x
    Coatings Fully multi-coated
    Eyecup Twist-up
    Warranty Kowa Limited Lifetime Warranty to the original owner (authorized North American retailer)

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