Pie Matrix 80 APO ED Triplet Telescope

Advance AstroPhotography

The ED 80mm is built for astrophotographers who need optical precision from first light to final frame. Its ED apochromatic glass corrects chromatic aberration at the source, producing tight, color-true stars across the field with none of the purple fringing seen in achromatic scopes. At 550mm focal length and f/6.9, it's fast enough for shorter exposures and wide imaging circles, capturing large nebulae, galaxy fields, and star clusters with pinpoint-sharp stars edge to edge.

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True Apochromatic Clarity

The Triplet is a 80mm ED apochromatic refractor engineered for astronomers who demand pin-sharp, true-to-life views. Its ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements virtually eliminate chromatic aberration, delivering crisp, high-contrast images free of the false-color halos common in ordinary achromatic telescopes. With a 550mm focal length and f/6.9 focal ratio, the 80mm ED APO strikes the perfect balance between wide-field views and fine planetary detail — equally at home resolving Saturn's rings or framing a nebula for astrophotography.

Sky is Not the Limit
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Built for Serious Observing

Every feature on the ED Triplet is designed for precision and portability. The 2" dual-speed Crayford focuser lets you nail focus down to the pixel, while the dual-format M48x0.75/M52x0.75 extension tube ensures easy compatibility with standard imaging trains and accessories. A retractable dew shade protects your optics in the field, and the Vixen-style dovetail plate allows tool-free mounting on any standard mount. At just 4.5 kg, the ED 80mm Triplet is light enough for grab-and-go sessions yet capable enough for serious visual and astrophotography work.

Tech Specifications

Specs
Aperature
80 mm
Focal length
550 mm
Tripod
No
Focal ratio
f/6.9
Mount
No
Lens mirror type
Apo ED
Focuser type
Dual Crayford - Focuser
Tubematerial
Carbon fiber or Aluminum
Dimensions
M 48x0.75 & M 52x0.75
Weight
4.5 Kg
Optical design
ED Apochromatic Optics

Included in the Box

  • Bag

    Telescope Padded Case

  • Warranty Card

    Warranty Card

FAQs

Is the Pie Matrix 80 APO ED Triplet Telescope suitable for both visual observation and astrophotography?
Absolutely. The PieMatrix 80 APO ED Triplet telescope is designed primarily for astrophotography, but it also performs well for visual observation. You can explore sharp, high-contrast views of the Moon, planets, and deep-sky objects and with a weight of just 4.5kg, it remains light enough to carry and set up easily.
Is the 2-inch dual-speed Crayford focuser suitable for precise astrophotography focusing?
Yes. A dual-speed focuser allows for very small, precise focus adjustments, which matters a great deal in astrophotography. Getting focus exactly right is often the difference between sharp, well-defined stars and an image that looks slightly blurred
What does the f/6.9 focal ratio mean for astrophotography and wide-field views?
An 80mm aperture set against this focal length produces an f/6.9 ratio that determines how exposure time and field of view balance against each other. That balance favors reasonably efficient exposures without narrowing the frame too much, and at 550mm, targets like large nebulae, star clusters, and galaxy fields fit within the image rather than extending past its borders.
Can I use a DSLR or dedicated astronomy camera with the 80 APO ED Triplet?
Yes. Standard astrophotography accessories and imaging trains are fully compatible with this telescope. Its M48×0.75/M52×0.75 extension system, along with the 2-inch focuser, works with the appropriate camera adapters and related imaging equipment.
What type of mount is recommended for the Pie Matrix 80 APO ED Triplet Telescope?
No mount comes with this telescope - so a stable astrophotography mount needs to be purchased separately. For deep-sky imaging specifically, a motorized equatorial mount with accurate tracking is generally the right choice. Mounting itself is straightforward, thanks to the telescope's Vixen-style dovetail plate.
Does the 80 APO ED Triplet Telescope eliminate chromatic aberration and false color?
An achromatic refractor typically reduces chromatic aberration and false-color halos to a tolerable level; this ED apochromatic system removes nearly all of it. Stars retain their true color, and contrast remains consistent throughout the image.
What is the advantage of ED apochromatic triplet optics over a standard refractor telescope?
Color fringing is the problem most refractors struggle with, and ED apochromatic triplet optics are engineered specifically to control it. The result shows up directly in image quality: sharper detail, stronger contrast, and colors that hold true to your view.
What can I photograph with the Pie Matrix 80mm APO Telescope?
Large nebulae, galaxy fields, and star clusters are good matches for this telescope, along with most other wide-field deep-sky targets. A 550mm focal length is the reason why, wide enough to fit broad scenes into the frame, yet retaining enough resolution to capture finer detail within them.
Is the Pie Matrix 80 APO ED Triplet Telescope good for astrophotography?
Yes. The Pie Matrix 80 APO ED Triplet is built specifically with serious visual astronomy and astrophotography in mind. The specifications? 80mm ED apochromatic optics, 550mm focal length, and f/6.9 focal ratio - the combination itself is ideal for producing sharp, high-contrast images with minimal colour fringing.
Is the 550mm focal length suitable for deep-sky astrophotography?
Yes, especially for wide-field work. Large nebulae, galaxy fields, and star clusters all suit a 550mm focal length well, and paired with the f/6.9 focal ratio, it offers a reasonable balance between field of view and exposure requirements.

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