Meade Series 5000 2" Plossl Eyepiece - 32mm
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The new Series 5000 Plossl eyepieces represent a milestone in design and engineering. The five and six element designs feature tack sharp optical performance which delivers a 40% improvement in corrections for chromatic aberration and edge-distortions over traditional plossl designs. They yield the widest possible fields-of-view, consistent with pinpoint edge-of-field sharpness and contrast. Compare their unparalleled 60° apparent field-of-view to any Plossl on the market today. Take a look through the new Meade Series 5000 Plossls and rediscover your favorite celestial objects.
Features:
• Wide 60° apparent field-of-view
• Premium grade optical glass
• Individually tuned, multi-layered coatings for maximum light transmission
• Lens edges and all internal metal surfaces are blackened to maximize image contrast
• Parfocal - little or no refocusing required when switching eyepieces
• Long eye relief
• Adjustable twist-up rubber eyeguards
• Includes a free Agena storage bolt-case with foam inserts (a $3 - $5.50 value)!
Product carries full one year Meade factory limited warranty (within US/Canada only).
The new Series 5000 Plossl eyepieces represent a milestone in design and engineering. The five and six element designs feature tack sharp optical performance which delivers a 40% improvement in corrections for chromatic aberration and edge-distortions over traditional plossl designs. They yield the widest possible fields-of-view, consistent with pinpoint edge-of-field sharpness and contrast. Compare their unparalleled 60° apparent field-of-view to any Plossl on the market today. Take a look through the new Meade Series 5000 Plossls and rediscover your favorite celestial objects.
Features:
• Wide 60° apparent field-of-view
• Premium grade optical glass
• Individually tuned, multi-layered coatings for maximum light transmission
• Lens edges and all internal metal surfaces are blackened to maximize image contrast
• Parfocal - little or no refocusing required when switching eyepieces
• Long eye relief
• Adjustable twist-up rubber eyeguards
• Includes a free Agena storage bolt-case with foam inserts (a $3 - $5.50 value)!
Product carries full one year Meade factory limited warranty (within US/Canada only).
| Manufacturer | Meade |
|---|---|
| Eyepiece Series | Series 5000 Plossl |
| Focal Length | 32mm |
| Barrel Size | 2" (50.8mm) |
| Apparent Field of View (Mfg Specified) | 60° |
| Filter Threads | Standard 2" Filter Thread (M48 x 0.75) |
| Coatings | Multi-Coated |
| Lens Elements | 5 |
| Blackened Lens Edges | Yes |
| Barrel Type | With safety undercut |
| Protective Storage Container Included | Discontinued Item |
| Protective Plastic Storage Container Size (Sold Separately) | Agena 65x80mm |
| Optical Design | Plossl |
| End Caps | 2 |
| Parfocal | Yes |
| Rubber Eye Guard | Yes (Twist-Up Eyecup) |
The new Series 5000 Plossl eyepieces represent a milestone in design and engineering. The five and six element designs feature tack sharp optical performance which delivers a 40% improvement in corrections for chromatic aberration and edge-distortions over traditional plossl designs. They yield the widest possible fields-of-view, consistent with pinpoint edge-of-field sharpness and contrast. Compare their unparalleled 60° apparent field-of-view to any Plossl on the market today. Take a look through the new Meade Series 5000 Plossls and rediscover your favorite celestial objects.
Features:
• Wide 60° apparent field-of-view
• Premium grade optical glass
• Individually tuned, multi-layered coatings for maximum light transmission
• Lens edges and all internal metal surfaces are blackened to maximize image contrast
• Parfocal - little or no refocusing required when switching eyepieces
• Long eye relief
• Adjustable twist-up rubber eyeguards
• Includes a free Agena storage bolt-case with foam inserts (a $3 - $5.50 value)!
Product carries full one year Meade factory limited warranty (within US/Canada only).
| Manufacturer | Meade |
|---|---|
| Eyepiece Series | Series 5000 Plossl |
| Focal Length | 32mm |
| Barrel Size | 2" (50.8mm) |
| Apparent Field of View (Mfg Specified) | 60° |
| Filter Threads | Standard 2" Filter Thread (M48 x 0.75) |
| Coatings | Multi-Coated |
| Lens Elements | 5 |
| Blackened Lens Edges | Yes |
| Barrel Type | With safety undercut |
| Protective Storage Container Included | Discontinued Item |
| Protective Plastic Storage Container Size (Sold Separately) | Agena 65x80mm |
| Optical Design | Plossl |
| End Caps | 2 |
| Parfocal | Yes |
| Rubber Eye Guard | Yes (Twist-Up Eyecup) |