Eyepiece sets

What is an ocular set?

An ocular set is a set of eyepieces with different focal lengths, often in a case. You get one magnification for each object at once, from large nebulas to details on the moon.

Why a set instead of individual eyepieces?

In a good set, the enlargements logically connect with each other, without large gaps or double steps.

Most sets are housed in a padded case, so your eyepieces stay dust-free and safe on the go.

A set is often cheaper than the same eyepieces, filters, and case sold separately.

What should you look for in an ocular set?

Plössl of wide angle

Introductory sets often consist of Plössl eyepieces with a field of view of about 50 degrees. Great for the moon and planets. If you mainly want to view nebulae and star clusters, choose a set with 68 degrees or more, or look at the individual eyepieces. wide-angle eyepieces.

Filters and extras

Many sets have a moon filter or color filters. It's convenient, but the quality of the eyepieces themselves is more important. Is there a barlow lens When zooming in, be aware of double steps in the magnification.

Does the set fit with your telescope?

Calculate the magnification: the focal length of the telescope divided by that of the eyepiece. A 4 mm eyepiece on a 650 mm telescope gives 162x, which is fine. On a 90 mm Maksutov with a 1250 mm focal length, it is well over 310x, much more than the about 180x that such a telescope can handle clearly.

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