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Ritchey-Chrétien TS-Optics GSO 6″ RC Pro 154/1370

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Product description

Product description

TS-Optics GSO 6″ RC Pro 154/1370 – Le petit Ritchey-Chrétien qui pense grand

Designed for deep-sky astrophotography (galaxies, planetary nebulae) while remaining compact and lightweight, the
TS-Optics GSO 6″ Ritchey-Chrétien (154 mm, 1370 mm, f/9) offers uniform sharpness over a wide field,
stable focus and short cooling times thanks to its open tube.
Its hyperbolic mirrors in fused silica (quartz) with 94 % reflectivity treatment deliver
fine stars and sharp details, without lenses in the optical path.

Highlights to remember

  • Genuine RC : primary and secondary hyperbolic → field naturally coma-free and plan.
  • Quartz glass Very stable focus during temperature variations, ideal for long exposures.
  • Treatment 94 % brighter image than 90 % optics → direct gain on signal.
  • Open tube & internal baffles rapid cooling, enhanced contrast.
  • Backfocus généreux (≈159 mm au coulant 2″) Easily integrates correctors, gearboxes, optical dividers, filter wheels, etc.
  • No shifting : primary fixed, developed by Crayford 2″ à double vitesse.
  • Easy integration Vixen dovetail bar, M90 extension rings (50 mm + 2×25 mm) included.

Pourquoi choisir un RC 6″ plutôt qu’un SCT/Mak ?

  • No Schmidt blade less sensitive to fogging, less absorption → more photons to the sensor.
  • Path 100 % reflective The new, more powerful near-infrared technology (without permanent corrective lenses).
  • Design-corrected field Fine stars in the center and in the field, excellent for mosaics and APS-C sensors.
  • Stable focus no moving mirror → no mirror shift when making MAP.

Astrophotography performance

Le 6″ RC délivre des fine, regular stars with cameras up to APS-C
(without corrector). For larger sensors (full format), the addition of a dedicated RC corrector is recommended.
to optimize field flatness and illumination. 94 % coating and no front glass
enable more effective exhibitions than with permanent blade/corrector systems.

Focus & backfocus: simple and flexible

The home is very affordable: about 159 mm depuis le coulant 2″.
Visit M90 bushings (50 mm + 2×25 mm) are screwed between the focuser and the tube to position
your optical train (angle drive, OAG, filter wheel, camera). Visit Crayford 2″ dual-speed
ensures fine, backlash-free MAP.

Sensors, correctors & reducers

  • No concealer up to ≈30 mm diagonal (typ. APS-C).
  • Full format add a RC field corrector for a perfectly flat, well-lit field.
  • Reducer 0.67× on this f/9 model, you switch to f/6,0 about
    (1370 mm × 0.67 ≈ 918 mm) → shorter exposures, wide field for diffuse nebulae/galaxies.

In the box

  • Télescope RC 6″ f/9 (154/1370)
  • Focuser Crayford 2″ (avec réducteur 1,25″)
  • Vixen-style dovetail bar
  • M90 extension rings: 1×50 mm + 2×25 mm
  • Protective cap

Recommended accessories (optional)

  • RC Corrector for full-format sensors and large, perfectly flat fields.
  • Reducer 0.67× (type CCD47): ≈918 mm at f/6.0 → shorter exposure times & wider field of view.
  • Optical splitter (OAG) rigid, precise guidance for long focal lengths.
  • Filter wheels/drawers (LRGB, SHO) for mono & duo/tri-band color cameras.
  • Fog / light screen and heating elements for humid conditions.
  • Collimator (e.g. TSCOLLIT) for fast, reproducible adjustment.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a corrector? → Up to APS-C, many users shoot without corrector.
On full-frame, a dedicated RC corrector is highly recommended for an impeccable field.

Can it be used for visuals? → Yes. The RC is designed for photography, but visually it offers
des étoiles très fines et un contraste renforcé (surtout avec de bons oculaires et un renvoi coudé 2″). Par contre, la photo planétaire n’est vraiment pas son fort du fait de son obstruction centrale.

In brief

The TS-Optics GSO 6″ RC Pro condenses the essence of professional RCs into a lightweight, affordable format.
Sharpness, MAP stability, naturally corrected field and simple integration: an excellent choice for
get started (or make serious progress) in medium-focus astrophotography, with room for improvement
(corrector, reducer, OAG, filter wheels) to suit your projects.

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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Qu'est-ce qu'on peut voir avec le TS-Optics GSO RC 6″ ?

With an open aperture of 154 mm at f/8.9 and a focal length of 1,370 mm, it is primarily an astrophotography instrument: when used with a camera, it is designed to photograph nebulae, galaxies, and clusters, offering a good balance between field of view and detail.

Is it easy to carry?

Yes, it's a lightweight instrument: the tube weighs about 5.4 kg and is about 50 cm long.

Should we aim it at him?

Yes, from time to time: a Ritchey-Chrétien telescope requires precise alignment of its two mirrors, especially after being transported. A collimation tool for a Ritchey-Chrétien telescope makes it easier to adjust, and you can then fine-tune it using a star.

Can we take pictures?

Yes, that's what it's designed for: it mounts on a motorized equatorial mount (not included) with an astro camera or a regular camera. At f/8.9 and a focal length of 1,370 mm, it requires precise tracking: be sure to use autoguiding for long exposures. With a tube weighing approximately 5.4 kg (without accessories), choose a mount with a load capacity that leaves some margin.

Technical specifications

Technical specifications

Technical specifications

Optical type
Ritchey-Chrétien
Diameter
154 mm
Focal length
1,370 mm
Focal Ratio (f/D)
f/8.9
Maximum magnification
308 ×
Separating power
0.75″
Lens holder
Crayford 2″ dual-speed with 1.25″ adapter
Backfocus
159 mm from the 2″ fitting; M90×1 thread
Illuminated Field
30 mm
Corrector / Reducer Available
Yes
Tube length
50 cm
Tube weight
5.4 kg
Uses
Deep Sky, Astrophotography
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