{"product_id":"skywatcher-esprit-70edx-f5-super-apo-triplet-refractor-telescope","title":"Sky-Watcher ESPRIT-70EDX F7 Super APO Triplet Refractor Telescope","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSky-Watcher ESPRIT-70EDX F\/7 Super APO Triplet Refractor Telescope\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSky-Watcher ESPRIT – The Spirit of Perfection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSky-Watcher ESPRIT-70EDX\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, premium apochromatic refractor engineered for serious astrophotographers who demand outstanding optical precision in a portable format. Introduced as part of Sky-Watcher’s latest ESPRIT EDX generation, this 70mm Super APO triplet delivers exceptional sharpness, contrast, and colour fidelity — rivaling far larger and more expensive instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned primarily for imaging but equally capable for visual observing, the ESPRIT-70EDX produces beautifully corrected, high-contrast views with virtually zero detectable chromatic aberration, even on bright stars and planets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium Triplet Optics with Hoya FCD100 ED Glass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the ESPRIT-70EDX is a finely matched \u003cstrong\u003ethree-element apochromatic objective\u003c\/strong\u003e, incorporating \u003cstrong\u003epremium Japanese Hoya FCD100 ED glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. This advanced optical design ensures pinpoint stars, excellent colour correction, and superb micro-contrast across the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach air-to-glass surface is treated with Sky-Watcher’s proprietary \u003cstrong\u003eMetallic High-Transmission Coatings (MHTC)\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivering exceptional light throughput approaching 99.5%. These advanced coatings maximise contrast while suppressing reflections and scatter — ideal for capturing faint nebulae and galaxies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003ef\/7 focal ratio and 490mm focal length\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ESPRIT-70EDX offers a versatile balance of wide-field capability and fine detail, and is fully compatible with full-frame sensors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrecision CNC Linear Power Focuser\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe telescope is equipped with a \u003cstrong\u003erock-solid CNC-machined dual-speed 11:1 rack \u0026amp; pinion linear power focuser\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed for modern imaging payloads. The 2.8\" indexed drawtube provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh accessory load capacity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZero image shift\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth, precise fine focusing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the main focuser is fixed, a \u003cstrong\u003e360° rotatable adaptor on the drawtube\u003c\/strong\u003e allows easy camera framing. A built-in carrying handle adds convenience during setup and transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn optional \u003cstrong\u003e0.92× focal reducer\/flattener (Sky-Watcher code 20332)\u003c\/strong\u003e is available separately for wider fields and faster imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact, Portable, and Built for Imaging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its premium construction, the ESPRIT-70EDX remains highly portable. The aluminium optical tube features internal baffling for improved contrast, a retractable dew shield, CNC-machined tube rings with carrying handle, and a 45mm dovetail bar for secure mounting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything packs neatly into the supplied \u003cstrong\u003efoam-lined aluminium carry case\u003c\/strong\u003e, making this an ideal grab-and-go astrograph for travel or backyard observatories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e70mm Super APO triplet refractor (new EDX generation)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium Hoya FCD100 ED glass element\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ef\/7 optical system with 490mm focal length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSky-Watcher MHTC metallic high-transmission coatings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCNC dual-speed 11:1 rack \u0026amp; pinion linear power focuser\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.8\" indexed drawtube with rotatable adaptor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh load capacity with zero image shift\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull-frame capable (44mm image circle with optional flattener)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRetractable dew shield\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCNC aluminium tube rings with carrying handle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinder shoe compatible with all Sky-Watcher finders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied in aluminium storage\/carry case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eObjective Diameter: 70mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocal Length: 490mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocal Ratio: f\/7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Design: Super APO triplet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eED Element: Hoya FCD100\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoatings: Sky-Watcher MHTC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocuser: Dual-speed 11:1 CNC rack \u0026amp; pinion linear power focuser\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawtube: 2.8\" indexed with rotatable adaptor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImage Height: 44mm (with optional field flattener)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOTA Length: 368mm (dew shield retracted) \/ 420mm (extended)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOTA Weight: 3.2kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounting Bar: 45mm dovetail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstruction: Aluminium OTA with internal baffling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplied Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSky-Watcher ESPRIT-70EDX Optical Tube Assembly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCNC machined aluminium tube rings with carrying handle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e45mm dovetail bar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAluminium foam-lined carrying case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: Supplied without eyepiece, star diagonal, or finderscope.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SkyWatcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56978650530166,"sku":"6970456097517","price":729.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0909\/2235\/3014\/files\/SkyWatcher-Sky-Watcher-Esprit-70EDX-OTA-10302-2.webp?v=1769783342","url":"https:\/\/welshastronomy.co.uk\/products\/skywatcher-esprit-70edx-f5-super-apo-triplet-refractor-telescope","provider":"The Welsh Astronomy Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}