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Meade Series 5000 2" Plossl Eyepiece - 40mm # 07656

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Brand Meade
Part Number 7656
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Manufacturer Description

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).

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Specifications

Apparent Field of View 60°
Barrel Size 2" (50.8mm)
Bolt Case Included Discontinued Item
Bolt Case Size Agena 85x120mm
Coatings Multi-Coated
Design Plossl
End Caps 2
Focal Length 40mm
Lens Elements 5
Parfocal Yes
Rubber Eye Guard Yes (Twist-Up Eyecup)
Blackened Lens Edges Yes
Manufacturer Meade
Eyepiece Focal Length 30.1mm - 40mm
Eyepiece Field of View 51 - 60 degrees
Eyepiece Series Meade 5000 Plossl
Barrel Type With safety undercut
Filter Threads Standard 2" Filter Thread (M48 x 0.75)