{"product_id":"cdk14-ota-package","title":"CDK14 f\/7.2 Series-5 Package","description":"\u003ch4\u003eCDK14 Series 5 Package – Now includes the Series-5 low profile Focuser and controller. A $3,800 value!\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe CDK14 from PlaneWave Instruments embodies a blend of precision engineering and innovation, tailored for the dedicated astrophotographer and the discerning astronomer. With its advanced technology and meticulous design, the CDK14 delivers high-quality images for various advanced observational and scientific applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features Overview\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts remarkable specifications and features distinguish the CDK14:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"lazyloaded\"\u003e14-inch (356 mm) aperture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"lazyloaded\"\u003e2563 mm focal length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"lazyloaded\"\u003ef\/7.2 focal ratio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"lazyloaded\"\u003e282 mm Back Focus from Mounting Surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"lazyloaded\"\u003ePerfectly flat field across the entire 70mm image circle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"lazyloaded\"\u003eNo off-axis coma or astigmatism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"lazyloaded\"\u003eRock-solid fused silica mirrors with low thermal expansion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"lazyloaded\"\u003eLightweight and rigid carbon fiber optical tube assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_wc_description et_pb_wc_description_1 text-columns-two et_pb_bg_layout_light  et_pb_text_align_left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module_inner\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCDK14’s Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLarge Aperture and Moderate Focal Ratio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CDK14 features a substantial 356 mm aperture and a moderate f\/7.2 focal ratio. This setup enhances its capability to capture deep-sky objects with remarkable detail, providing excellent light-gathering efficiency and a broad field of view for research and imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvanced Optical Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with a state-of-the-art Corrected Dall-Kirkham optical system, the CDK14 offers exceptional image clarity. Its design eliminates off-axis coma and astigmatism and delivers a perfectly flat field, ensuring images are sharp and detailed across the entire field of view with minimal post-processing adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRobust Mechanical Structure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed with a carbon fiber optical tube, the CDK14 is lightweight and durable. Its thermal expansion coefficient ensures minimal focus shift as temperatures change, making it ideal for prolonged observing sessions under varying environmental conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh-Performance Mirrors and Coatings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUtilizing fused silica mirrors, the CDK14 maintains precise optical alignment and surface accuracy, even with temperature fluctuations. Its high-quality coatings enhance light transmission and reduce stray light, optimizing performance for specialized observational tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThermal Management\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CDK14 is equipped with cooling fans and a Delta-T ready system to achieve thermal equilibrium swiftly. These features help to minimize air turbulence within the tube, thus reducing image distortion and maintaining consistent imaging quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntegrated Dew Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe telescope incorporates advanced dew prevention technology with heater pads controlled by PlaneWave’s software. This ensures that optical surfaces remain clear of condensation during humid conditions, thus maintaining clear and consistent imaging performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApplication-Specific Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAstrophotography\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its large image circle and exquisite field flatness, the CDK14 allows astrophotographers to capture expansive and breathtaking views of the cosmos with incredible detail and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAstronomy Research\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe precise and stable imaging capabilities of the CDK14 make it an invaluable tool for academic institutions and observatories engaged in complex astronomical research, including deep-sky surveys and detailed photometric studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVisual Observations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CDK14 excels in visual observation, offering bright and crisp views ideal for star parties and serious visual astronomy. The telescope's large aperture and superior optical quality provide stunning views of planetary, lunar, and deep-sky objects, making every viewing session a remarkable experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpace Situational Awareness (SSA) and Space Domain Awareness (SDA)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CDK14 also lends itself to Space Situational Awareness and Space Domain Awareness applications. 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