{"product_id":"rc1000-ritchey-chretien-telescope-system","title":"RC1000 Ritchey-Chrétien Telescope System","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe RC1000 telescope from PlaneWave Instruments is designed to meet the demanding requirements of rigorous academic, commercial, and defense applications, making it ideal for serious astronomers and astrophotographers. This flagship system features the RC1000 Ritchey-Chrétien optical tube along with a high-performance direct-drive mount tailored for superior imaging, precision research, and robust educational projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Price excludes shipping and crating. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/planewave.com\/pricing-crating-policy\/\"\u003ecrating and pricing policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 38px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.631485%; height: 19px;\"\u003eAperture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.474061%; height: 19px;\"\u003e1000 mm (39.37\") \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.631485%; height: 19px;\"\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.474061%; height: 19px;\"\u003e12200 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.631485%;\"\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.474061%;\"\u003ef\/12.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.631485%;\"\u003eCentral Obstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.474061%;\"\u003e27% of the Primary Mirror Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.631485%;\"\u003eBack Focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.474061%;\"\u003e578 mm (22.75\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.631485%;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.474061%;\"\u003e3650 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.631485%;\"\u003eOptimal Field of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.474061%;\"\u003e64 mm (0.3 degrees)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_2  et_pb_text_align_center et_pb_bg_layout_light\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_2  et_pb_text_align_center et_pb_bg_layout_light\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"\u003eAbout the RC1000 Ritchey-Chrétien Telescope System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\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\u003ch3\u003eRC1000 Optical Tube Assembly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nitro-offscreen\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAperture and Focal Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: Features a 1-meter aperture and a 12240 mm focal length at an f\/12.2 ratio, perfect for high-resolution imaging and exhaustive scientific observations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"lazyloaded\"\u003eRitchey-Chrétien Optical Design\u003c\/strong\u003e: Utilizes a classical RC design with minimal central obstruction, improving image contrast and minimizing diffraction spikes for more defined and detailed celestial imaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Nasmyth Focus Capability\u003c\/strong\u003e: Equipped with dual Nasmyth focus ports that accommodate heavy instrumentation, enhanced by a controllable tertiary mirror for rapid switching between different instruments or cameras.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"nitro-offscreen\"\u003eHigh-Performance Mounting System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nitro-offscreen\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Drive Motors\u003c\/strong\u003e: Employs cutting-edge direct-drive motors that provide smooth, fast, and near-silent slewing at up to 50 degrees per second, ensuring zero backlash and zero periodic error, perfect for exact tracking and quick repositioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Resolution Encoders\u003c\/strong\u003e: Comes with on-axis 26-bit absolute encoders on each axis for extraordinarily precise pointing and tracking, essential for stable tracking of low Earth orbit satellites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Tertiary Mirror System\u003c\/strong\u003e: Features a software-controlled rotating tertiary mirror which simplifies the process of switching between multiple instruments and observational setups without the need for rebalancing or refocusing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"nitro-offscreen\"\u003eApplication-Specific Advantages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"nitro-offscreen\"\u003eAstrophotography\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"nitro-offscreen\"\u003eThe RC1000 excels at delivering outstanding image quality through its large aperture and extended focal length, coupled with a high-precision drive system. It is superbly suited for capturing intricate images of distant galaxies, nebulae, and other celestial phenomena.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"nitro-offscreen\"\u003eAstronomy Research\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"nitro-offscreen\"\u003eThis observatory-class system is invaluable for universities, research institutes, and advanced observatories engaged in detailed celestial measurements and extensive space studies. Its robust design and advanced optical capabilities facilitate precise photometry, spectroscopy, and high-resolution imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"nitro-offscreen\"\u003eFree-Space Optical Communication (FSOC)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"nitro-offscreen\"\u003eThe RC1000's large aperture and refractive-optics-free design make it exceptionally well-suited for Free-Space Optical Communication. These features allow for high-resolution, long-distance optical data transmission, which is critical in modern telecommunications. Additionally, the telescope's exceptional tracking capabilities ensure precise alignment with communication satellites and other terrestrial communication points, enhancing signal fidelity and system reliability in FSOC applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"First Light Astro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51249146855712,"sku":"1000128","price":700000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/2135\/2480\/files\/image_5fd35b3b-811e-410a-868a-282fb88e6402.png?v=1771394162","url":"https:\/\/firstlightastro.com\/products\/rc1000-ritchey-chretien-telescope-system","provider":"First Light Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}