Baader Planetarium Morpheus 17.5mm 76 Degree Wide-Field Eyepiece

SKU: AA2954217 MFR: MORPH-17
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Key Features

  • Experience stunning wide-field views with this 17.5mm telescope eyepiece, perfect for deep-sky objects.
  • Enjoy comfortable, long observing sessions with the generous 19mm eye relief on this premium eyepiece.
  • The 76-degree AFOV Morpheus eyepiece delivers exceptional image quality across the entire field of view.
  • Achieve parfocal viewing; minimal refocusing needed when switching between Baader Planetarium eyepieces.
  • This versatile 1.25"/2" eyepiece fits many telescopes, enhancing your stargazing with sharp clarity.
  • Foldable eyecup & included holster make this wide-field eyepiece ideal for binoviewing and easy storage.
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KEN T : Is this eyepiece in stock?ANDREW R : As of 01/18/2017 - Availability: Temporarily On Backorder
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?Athanasios A : 17.5mm 76 degree FOV = medium/low power in my scope, w/ nice FOV.. willl be great for DSO’s.. modular + price point is great, not to mention long eye relief.ROBERT S : Great reviewsAL A : I read numerous good reviews on this eyepiece. Looking forward to using it.STEPHEN N : Recommended for use on APM SD 100mm Binocular Telescope by an expert on Cloudy Nights.

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Baader Planetarium 17.5mm Eyepiece Specifications

  • Focal Length

    17.5mm

  • AFOV

    76 deg.

  • Eye Relief

    19mm

  • Field Stop

    23.55mm

  • Minimum Height (Eyeguards Down)

    104mm (4.09")

  • Maximum Width (Housing)

    55mm (2.17")

  • Parfocal

    Yes

  • Weight

    13.9oz (394.06g)

  • UPC Code

    4047825030313

About Baader Planetarium 17.5mm Eyepiece

A pinnacle of optical engineering, the Morpheus 17.5mm 76 Degree Wide-Field Eyepiece is the embodiment of over four years of meticulous development by Baader. Named after the God of Dreams, this eyepiece is designed to deliver a dream-like viewing experience, offering an unparalleled 76-degree wide field of view.

The Morpheus eyepiece boasts full-field sharpness, a feature that sets it apart from other wide-field eyepieces on the market. Its on-axis sharpness and contrast rival the best planetary eyepieces, ensuring stellar performance across the entire field. As you navigate away from the center, stars remain as crisp diamond pinpoints, and the field stays flat and in focus, even when used with short-focus telescopes.

Designed with user comfort in mind, the Morpheus eyepiece offers an impressive eye relief of nearly 20mm, pushing the boundaries of comfortable wide-field viewing. This feature makes it an ideal choice for eyeglass wearers and binoviewer users, who can comfortably enjoy the full field of view.

The eyepiece is engineered with low distortion, ensuring that planets and lunar features retain their true shapes as they transit across the field. Unlike many other eyepieces that exaggerate field sizes, the Morpheus eyepiece offers a true field size of 76 degrees, calculated from the apparent field size and focal length.

The Morpheus eyepiece incorporates the Phantom Coating Group, a technology pioneered in the Hyperion lineup. This multi-coating has been optimized for use in the Morpheus and is index-matched to each of the different glasses, ensuring superior optical performance.

The eyepiece also features optimized internal baffling, a hallmark of all Baader Planetarium eyepieces. The internal mechanics have been fully ray-traced and baffled to eliminate stray-light effects, ensuring a clear and crisp viewing experience.

The Morpheus eyepiece is designed with a focus on binoviewing. Its compact body offers maximum nose clearance for binoviewing, and every effort has been made to reduce unnecessary weight. The eyepiece includes two soft rubber dual-position foldable eyeguards, developed to provide optimal comfort and eye spacing for most users and eyeglass wearers.

The eyepiece also incorporates safety features such as the new Slip-Protect Safety Kerfs on the 1-1/4" and 2" barrels. These shallow kerfs provide additional grip and security, preventing inadvertent drops. A wide waffle-patterned rubber grip ring adds an extra layer of handling security.

Like its Hyperion siblings, the Morpheus eyepiece is also designed for photo-video adaptation. It includes a hidden M43 photo-video eye lens thread that allows for the use of the extensive range of Hyperion Digital T-Rings. These rings enable direct-thread attachment of virtually any imaging device, offering ultimate rigidity and close-coupling for minimal vignetting.

In conclusion, the Morpheus 17.5mm 76 Degree Wide-Field Eyepiece is a testament to Baader's commitment to delivering top-tier optical performance, user comfort, and safety.

Baader Planetarium 17.5mm Eyepiece Features

  • 17.5mm Focal Length
  • 76 Degree Field of View
  • 8 Element/5 Group Lens Design
  • 1.25" and 2" Diameter Barrels
  • 43mm Photo T Mount Threads
  • Slip-Resistant Textured Surface
  • Fold Down and Winged Eyecups
  • Phantom Coating Group Multi-Coatings
  • Photoluminescent Focal Length Indicator
  • Focal Length Indicator Clip

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 24 months for parts and 24 months for labor.

Key Features

  • Experience stunning wide-field views with this 17.5mm telescope eyepiece, perfect for deep-sky objects.
  • Enjoy comfortable, long observing sessions with the generous 19mm eye relief on this premium eyepiece.
  • The 76-degree AFOV Morpheus eyepiece delivers exceptional image quality across the entire field of view.
  • Achieve parfocal viewing; minimal refocusing needed when switching between Baader Planetarium eyepieces.
  • This versatile 1.25"/2" eyepiece fits many telescopes, enhancing your stargazing with sharp clarity.
  • Foldable eyecup & included holster make this wide-field eyepiece ideal for binoviewing and easy storage.

What's in the box:

  • Baader Planetarium Morpheus 17.5mm 76 Degree Wide Field Eyepiece with Standard Foldable Eyecup
  • Winged/Foldable Eyecup for Binoviewing
  • Storage Box
  • 3x Dustcaps
  • Cordura Eyepiece Holster
  • Baader Planetarium 2 Year Warranty