Lunt LS60MT Standard Kit

LS60MT Standard Kit : Universal modular day and night telescope 60 mm H-Alpha

The LS60MT Standard Kit is the most versatile telescope in the Lunt range. A truly universal instrument, it combines a high-performance H-Alpha solar telescope with a professional-quality ED refractor for night-time observation.

Thanks to its innovative modular design, the LS60MT can be upgraded in a matter of minutes from an H-Alpha solar instrument to a 70 mm f/6 refractor for lunar, planetary and deep-sky observation.

Equipped with a 70 mm FLP51 ED lens and Pressure-Tuned Doppler True system, it offers a verified H-Alpha bandwidth of 0.45 Å and excellent chromatic correction for versatile day and night use.

A genuine 2-in-1 solar and astronomical telescope

The LS60MT is designed around an ED FLP51 apochromatic doublet lens offering high contrast and excellent color correction.

In solar mode :

• The internal H-Alpha module observes the chromosphere at 0.45 Å
• Pressure-Tuned system eliminates “sweet spot” zones in tilt-tuned systems
• The entire 60 mm opening benefits from uniform bandwidth

In night mode :

• Solar module can be removed quickly
• The LS60MT becomes a 70 mm f/6 ED telescope
• Moon, planet and deep sky observation

A single instrument covers solar and nocturnal astronomy with professional optical quality.

Immersive H-Alpha solar observation

During the day, the LS60MT reveals the dynamic activity of the solar chromosphere:

• Spectacular protuberances on the solar limbus
• Dark filaments crossing the disc
• Active regions rich in magnetic detail
• Evolving structures visible in real time

Thanks to the True Pressure-Tuned Doppler system, the user can precisely adjust the position in the H-Alpha line and explore different depths of the chromosphere.

The 60mm aperture collects around 50 % more light than a 50mm system, significantly improving brightness and detail.

High-quality night observation

Once the solar module is removed, the LS60MT becomes a true 70 mm ED telescope, ideal for :

• Detailed Moon observation
• Planets with excellent chromatic correction
• Open clusters and luminous deep-sky objects
• Double stars and wide-field observations

The same eyepiece holder, the same frame and the same optical quality are used both day and night.

High-precision dual-speed eyepiece holder

From the outset, the LS60MT Standard Kit incorporates a Rack & Pinion 2″ double-speed eyepiece holder with 10:1 reduction.

Features:

• Ultra-precise focusing for H-Alpha observation
• 55 to 60 mm stroke
• Load capacity from 2.5 to 3 kg
• 2″ ring clamp with 1.25″ adapter
• ZWO EAF autofocus motor compatible

This robust mechanism is perfectly suited to solar and astronomical imaging.

Double stack compatible

Like all Lunt 60 mm systems, the LS60MT is compatible with an optional Double Stack module.

The addition of the DS module reduces the combined bandwidth to less than 0.28 Å, greatly enhancing the contrast of chromospheric details.

Complete kit contents

• LS60MT OTA : 70 mm native aperture, 60 mm H-Alpha aperture, 420 mm focal length, f/6 native, f/7 H-Alpha, FLP51 ED doublet, Pressure-Tuned Doppler True internal standard, 0.45 Å bandwidth, modular day/night design, weight ≈7 lbs.
• B600 blocking filter : 1.25″ angled return, 6 mm clear aperture, secure H-Alpha filter
• Rack & Pinion 2″ dual-speed 10:1 eyepiece holder: double speed, stroke 55-60 mm, capacity 2.5-3 kg, 1.25″ adapter, ZWO EAF compatible
• SunLock solar finder: red dot projection on glass reticle, 3-point internal adjustment, red anodized aluminum
• Vixen 4″ dovetail: black anodized aluminum, two 1/4-20 threads
• Hard case : aluminum with custom foam protection
• Flat-Field 16 mm eyepiece : 1.25″ casting, 60° apparent field, AR 0.1 % coating, 15 mm eye relief, 26x magnification

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Why choose the LS60MT Standard Kit?

The LS60MT Standard Kit is the ideal choice for astronomers looking for a single instrument capable of covering both H-Alpha solar observation and nocturnal astronomy. Thanks to its modular design, high-quality ED lens and advanced Pressure-Tuned system, it offers exceptional versatility without compromising optical performance.