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Takahashi f/3 0.6x Reducer for FSQ-106ED and 130ED Telescopes

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This is a high quality Takahashi reducer for the FSQ-106ED variants and the FSQ-130.  It worked great for me with my ZWO ASI1600 and ASI294 cameras.  Included is a mono h-alpha image of the NGC 6888 area showcasing its wide field capabilities using the ASI1600.  Other examples can be found on my Astrobin page but Astromart will not let me post links.

Some marketing language from Takahashi:

"The Takahashi f/3 0.6x reducer unlocks the wide-field imaging potential of the Takahashi FSQ-106ED and 130ED refractor telescopes. By reducing the focal ratio to an ultra-fast f/3, this reducer dramatically increases imaging speed while expanding the field of view—allowing you to capture large nebulae, sweeping star fields, and faint deep-sky objects with shorter exposure times and greater efficiency. When paired with the FSQ-106ED, it delivers an effective focal length of approximately 320 mm, while the FSQ-130ED is reduced to roughly 390 mm, making both systems exceptional wide-field astrographs.

Built around an advanced 4 element, 3 group optical design. Utilizing a high refractive index, low-dispersion glass with fully multi-coated surfaces to effectively suppress chromatic aberration and coma. Despite the significant focal reduction, Takahashi’s optical correction maintains sharp, high-contrast stars across a 44 mm corrected image circle, making it well suited for full-frame imaging sensors."

I will ship free of charge to any address ibn the Continental US.  

Paypal accepted.  I'll take cash if you live in the San Diego County area and want to pick it up yourself.