Product Description
Looking for something out of the ordinary for your next eyepiece? The Explore Scientific 52° series is a strong contender for necessary addition to your eyepiece collection. It's long 15mm of eye relief makes it a joy to put in your scope night after night.
Designed for high-power on-axis observations, the Explore Scientific 3mm 52° Series Waterproof Eyepiece is fully EMD (Enhanced Multi-Layer Deposition) Coated with edge blackened lenses providing the contrast required for serious high-power observing of planets, close-paired double stars, and bright compact deep sky objects. With a flat apparent field of view of 52 degrees, these eyepieces offer incredible value.
While some might question the need for Argon-Purged waterproof eyepieces, it is a nice concept knowing the inside of your eyepiece will be just as perfect as the day it left the assembly line. No need to worry about dust, or cleaning solution, finding its way inside the elements. These eyepieces are designed to be used night after night giving you complete peace of mind about their performance.
| Item Number | EPWP5203–01 |
| Focal Length | 3mm |
| Length | 90.9mm |
| Width | 43mm |
| Weight | 204.1 grams; 7.2 oz. |
| Barrel Size/Type | 1.25" O.D. / Double Taper |
| Eye Relief | 15mm |
| Field Stop Diameter | 2.7mm |
| Coatings: | EMD (Enhanced Multi-Layer Deposition) on all lens-to-air surfaces |
| Lens Elements/ Groups | 6 Elements in 3 Groups; Edge Blackened |
| Filter Thread | Fits Standard 1.25-inch Dia. Thread in Filters (1.125-inches x 42 TPI) |
| Waterproof | O-Ring Sealed Argon Gas Purged; Tested Under 1 Meter of Water for 30 Minutes |
| Eyecup | Removable Flip-Down Style Soft Silicone Rubber |
| Lens Caps | Slide-on Top and Bottom |
| Materials | Optical Glass; Aluminum; Steel; Silicone Rubber |
| Markings | Laser Engraved: Focal Length; Series; Serial Number; Brand |
Tech Details
| Barrel Size | 1.25" |
|---|---|
| Eye Relief | 15mm |
| Field of view | 52° |
| Field Stop | 2.7mm |
| Focal Length | 3mm |
| Number of optical elements | 6 |
| Weight | 7.2 oz |
| Warranty | 1 year |
