{"product_id":"asa-eq800-ritchey-chretien-equatorial-telescope-f6-85-copy","title":"ASA UWF1000 f2.5 Ultra Wide Field telescope system","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"234\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"232\"\u003eASA WF1000 – 1.0-Meter Wide Field Telescope System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"301\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"301\"\u003eThe ideal platform for wide-field imaging and all-sky surveys.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"653\"\u003eThe ASA WF1000 is a high-performance \u003cstrong data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"387\"\u003e1.0-meter f\/2.5 wide-field telescope system\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for large-sky coverage and rapid imaging. Featuring a precision-engineered \u003cstrong data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"498\"\u003e5-lens prime corrector\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"548\"\u003emotorized focusing with absolute encoders\u003c\/strong\u003e, the WF1000 delivers pinpoint sharpness and fast image acquisition across an exceptionally wide field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"927\"\u003eWith fully electronic collimation of the primary mirror, users can easily perform remote alignments to maintain optimal image quality. Whether for survey science or deep-sky imaging, the WF1000 offers a streamlined, ultra-efficient workflow and superb optical performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"932\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"960\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"960\"\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"981\"\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wide Field with Prime Corrector\u003cbr data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1016\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1035\"\u003eClear Aperture:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1000mm (39.3 in)\u003cbr data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003eClear Aperture \/ Focal Ratio Primary Mirror:\u003c\/strong\u003e f\/2.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eSystem Focal Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e f\/2.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1161\"\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2500mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003eImage Field:\u003c\/strong\u003e 130mm (2.98°)\u003cbr data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003eCentral Obstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e 42% (linear)\u003cbr data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003eMirror Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fused Silica (Zerodur optional)\u003cbr data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003eImage Quality FWHM:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt;8μm RMS\u003cbr data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1334\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003eSurface Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt;80 Strehl\u003cbr data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1368\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003eMicroroughness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.3nm RMS \/ \u0026lt;0.7nm Ra\u003cbr data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eCoating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Al + SiO₂, Reflectivity \u0026gt;96%\u003cbr data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eBack Focus from Flange:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100.88mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003eTotal Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1960 kg (4,300 lbs) \u003cem data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003e(excluding camera and filter)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e ASA Direct Drive\u003cbr data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003eLatitude Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20° to 80° sky access\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003eMax Slew Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 50°\/second\u003cbr data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"1722\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003ePointing Accuracy (20°–85°):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt;8″ RMS (with ASA telescope and pointing model)\u003cbr data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003eTracking Accuracy (unguided, 5 min):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt;0.25″ RMS (with current pointing file)\u003cbr data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003eSystem Natural Frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e ≥10 Hz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"1931\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1933\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003eSoftware \u0026amp; Integration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"2177\"\u003eThe WF1000 includes the complete \u003cstrong data-start=\"1998\" data-end=\"2020\"\u003eASA Software Suite\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering platform-independent control via \u003cstrong data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003eASCOM Alpaca API over TCP\/IP\u003c\/strong\u003e. This allows seamless integration with observatory control systems and supports:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2181\" data-end=\"2223\"\u003e-Pointing model creation and optimization\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2292\"\u003e-MLPT (Multi-Layer Pointing Technique) – compatible with N.I.N.A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2362\"\u003e-Real-time satellite orbit tracking and correction (TLE\/CPF files)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2426\"\u003e-Full remote focus and mirror collimation control via Alpaca\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003e-Dome cover and accessory integration (if equipped)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"\" class=\"section mcb-section wso-section-text wso-align-center  wso-no-padding-bottom\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section_wrapper mcb-section-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wrap mcb-wrap one valign-top clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv 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The main mirror is a high order asphere and in the prime focus we use a 5 Lens corrector to correct any field aberrations in a wavelength range from 400nm to 700nm. This prime focus telescope achieves the large field through a larger possible field diameter, enabling the usage of the largest available CCD\/CMOS cameras with up to 95x95mm2 sensor size.\u003cbr\u003eThe larger focal length will be an advantage if it comes to resolution and pixel scale, or if you plan to use CCD cameras with larger pixels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Astro Systeme Austria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50647840129312,"sku":"ASA-UWF1000-f2.5","price":700000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/2135\/2480\/files\/wf1000-25-768x1310.png?v=1756495727","url":"https:\/\/firstlightastro.com\/products\/asa-eq800-ritchey-chretien-equatorial-telescope-f6-85-copy","provider":"First Light Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}