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Takahashi FC-100DC – 100 mm fluorite telescope with finder scope and mount

Takahashi FC-100DC 100 mm telescope, focal length 740 mm at f/7.4, 31.75 mm rack. Part number TFK10000, configuration includes a finder scope and mount.

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Part Number TFK10000

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Product description

Product description

An FC-100DC for observing and photographing the sky

The Takahashi FC-100DC combines a 100-mm apochromatic objective with a native focal length of 740 mm, for an f/7.4 ratio. The air-spaced doublet features an internal fluorite lens and is coated with a hard multicoating.

Focus and Size

The compact rack with a 31.75 mm lead comes from the FS-60CB. Takahashi intends this version primarily for visual observation, with the option to use small cameras and compatible photographic accessories. The dew shield is fixed.

Photo montage

The 76D-FL corrector, the FC/FS multi-flattener, and the 76D-RD reducer are available as options. The selection of rings and the distance to the sensor follows the specific diagram for the telescope and the selected corrector.

Delivered Contents and Assembly

  • 1 FC-100DC TFK10010 optical tube; ;
  • 1 cross-linked filter, 6×30 TKA00551 ;
  • 1 research position (TKA00562); ;
  • 1 95S necklace TKA21420.

The researcher helps with alignment, while the collar holds the tube in place on a suitable mount.

Choose a mount that is compatible with your equipment, and check that the assembly is balanced and securely fastened.

Takahashi FC-100DC Documentation

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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

What can you photograph with the Takahashi FC-100DC?

The Takahashi FC-100DC is a 100-mm-aperture fluorite doublet refractor with a focal length of 740 mm (f/7.4), designed primarily for deep-sky astrophotography. Its focal length is ideal for observing galaxies (M51, M101, the Leo Triplet), planetary nebulae such as M27, and globular clusters, with a good level of detail. At f/7.4, its classic aperture-to-focal-length ratio requires slightly longer exposure times, but in return delivers very fine star points.

Which camera should I pair it with?

With an APS-C camera featuring 3.76 µm pixels (Sony IMX571 sensor), you get approximately 1.05″ per pixel for a field of view of 1.8° × 1.2°.

Do you need a leveling device or a reducer?

Yes, whenever you're using an APS-C or full-frame sensor: like any uncorrected doublet lens, it has a slight field curvature that stretches the stars in the corners. Dedicated correctors: Takahashi TKA00582: 1.04x MFL FC/FS Corrector.

What backfocus should be used?

161 mm (metal back); 71.2 mm with a 1.04× MFL. This focal length is measured from the thread to the sensor, including the rings, filter wheel, and filter drawer: adhering to this measurement to the nearest millimeter ensures that stars remain round in the corners.

What kind of frame should I choose?

The tube weighs about 2.8 kg; with the camera, filter wheel, and guide scope, expect it to weigh around 4.3 kg: an HEQ5-R Pro-class mount provides plenty of headroom. A refractor requires no collimation: once balanced, it’s ready to use as soon as it reaches operating temperature. At 81.5 cm long, it requires a decent-sized trunk.

Can it also be used as a visual?

Yes, as a bonus: with an angled mirror and an eyepiece, it provides high-contrast, color-accurate images of the Moon, the planets, and double stars, up to about 200× magnification.

Technical specifications

Technical specifications

Technical specifications

Optical type
Apochromatic bezel
Diameter
100 mm
Focal length
740 mm
Focal Ratio (f/D)
f/7.4
Maximum magnification
200 ×
Separating power
1.16″
Lens holder
1.25-inch rack
Backfocus
161 mm (metal back); 71.2 mm with 1.04× MFL
Corrector / Reducer Available
Yes
Conversion tools / reducers in-store
Takahashi TKA00582: 1.04x MFL FC/FS Corrector
Tube length
81.5 cm
Tube weight
2.8 kg
Uses
Visual, Planetary, Deep Sky, Astrophotography, Travel
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