Explore Scientific 82° Series LER Eyepiece
Best wide-angle eyepiece for stargazers seeking comfort and all-weather durability.
This eyepiece offers a wide, immersive view that makes deep-sky objects feel closer and more detailed. Its waterproof, sealed design ensures durability in changing conditions, while the generous eye relief provides a comfortable experience for all observers.
$269.99
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Who it's for
- Eyeglass wearers needing comfortable, extended viewing sessions
- Deep-sky observers seeking expansive, immersive celestial views
- Field astronomers observing in humid or unpredictable climates
Who should skip it
- Users with smaller telescopes sensitive to heavy accessories
- Budget-conscious hobbyists prioritizing value over premium features
- Owners of fast Newtonian telescopes demanding perfect edge-to-edge clarity
Performance breakdown
Immersion Factor
The expansive 82-degree field creates a truly immersive, spacewalk-like viewing experience.
Viewing Comfort
Generous eye relief makes long observation sessions fatigue-free for most users.
Optical Clarity
Edge-blackened optics effectively minimize internal reflections for crisp, high-contrast views.
Build Durability
Waterproof and gas-purged construction ensures reliability in harsh, humid outdoor conditions.
Compatibility
Standard 1.25-inch barrel size fits nearly every common telescope focuser seamlessly.
Edge Performance
Maintains sharp focus across the frame with minimal distortion at edges.
Key Specs
Focal Length
6.5 mm
Eye Relief
16.8 mm
Field of View
82 Degrees
Connection Interface
1.25 inch
Barrel Diameter
1.25 inches
Optical Coating
Multi-Coated
Material
Glass
Water Resistant
Yes
Length
106 mm
Accessory Type
Eyepiece
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