Agena 1.25" Wide Angle (WA) Eyepiece - 17mm
Brand | Agena AstroProducts |
Part Number | E-AG-WA17 |
Availability | available |
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Manufacturer Description
Here's a very good starter eyepiece that won't break the bank! With a 1.25" barrel and 17 mm focal length, this compact and lightweight eyepiece gives bright, crisp, and wide-angle views of the Moon, planets, and deep-sky sights with any telescope. High-index glass with broadband multi-coatings enable a wide 65 degree apparent field of view with excellent color correction and minimal image distortion. Blackened lens edges and anti-reflection threads ensure maximum image contrast. Viewing position can be adjusted with fold-down rubber eyecups. Made from black anodized aluminum, and the base of the barrel is threaded for standard 1.25" filters. To minimize the need for refocusing, this eyepiece is parfocal with other eyepieces in the same series.
Reviews
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Apr 10, 2018
Excellent Eyepiece in my long refractors
Pros: Cons: Comments:I am using a 60mm f/800mm refractor in an attempt to see all the Messier objects from my suburban back yard. This eyepiece gives me a 1.25 mm pupil size, which puts the light levels in a good range to identify planetary nebula and other dim objects. Definitely a good eyepiece in this application for the money.
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? YesThis review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com
Oct 27, 2015Works great with slow refractor
Pros:Quality Lenses,Compact,Easy to Use,Strong Construction,Lightweight
Cons: Comments:Great view of the moon with my f/8.5 refractor at 35x. Wide enough angle so the moon can drift but still stay in view for a while. Not so good in my f/4 reflector though.
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? YesThis review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com
TheLookingGlass Member
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- Review by Markus of Canada.
Sep 15, 2015Not bad, but better for long focus scope
Pros:Compact
Cons:Poor Lens Quality
Comments:Bought this Sept 2015. Tried it in my 10" F/4.7 reflector. Lots of astigmatism, but was to be expected for the price point. It had a nice sharp-looking field stop, and it played well with filters. Eye relief was pretty good. If you want this for pinpoint stars across the field, make sure you have a long focus scope. If you want this for filter use, I recommend it. Not bad for the money!
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? NoThis review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com
Rdamer726 New Member
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- Review by rd726 of Indana.
Dec 6, 2013Nice compact eyepiece
Pros:Easy to Use,Lightweight,Accurate,Compact
Cons: Comments:Have had nicer, but for the money this eyepiece is a VERY good deal!!
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? YesThis review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com
Apr 29, 2012Excellent Wide Field Eyepiece
Pros:Contrast,Quality Lenses,Clarity,Strong Construction
Cons: Comments:You can't find a better wide view eyepiece for the price. These have provided me with some of the best views yet in my 6" F/8 Newtonian as well as my 10" F/5 Dob. You can't go wrong with this series.
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? YesThis review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com
Apr 30, 2010My main lens!
Pros:Strong Construction,Accurate,Quality Lenses
Cons:None
Comments:I have a 660mm focal length scope, and this lens sets up perfectly for me - 39X and about 1.7 degrees field of view. Not finicky about eye placement, and has decent contrast. Very good for the money.
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? YesThis review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com
Sort bySpecifications
Apparent Field of View 65° Barrel Size 1.25" (31.7mm) Bolt Case Included Yes - Free Agena Eyepiece Container Bolt Case Size Agena 42x60mm Coatings Fully Broadband Multi-Coated End Caps 2 Eye Relief by Design 16mm Filter Threads Standard 1.25" Filter Thread (M28.5 x 0.6) Focal Length 17mm Lens Elements 4 Lens Groups 3 Rubber Eye Guard Yes Blackened Lens Edges Yes Manufacturer Agena AstroProducts Eyepiece Focal Length 15.1mm - 20mm Eyepiece Field of View 61 - 70 degrees Eyepiece Series Agena WA Barrel Type With safety undercut Eyepiece Weight 3oz (85.05g)