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Baader 1.25" 2.25x Q Barlow with HT Multicoatings # BQB 2956185

5.0 (4 Reviews) Read Reviews Write Review
Brand Baader Planetarium
Part Number 2956185
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Manufacturer Description

The Classic Q-Barlow has been optically matched to the new Baader Classic Eyepieces, and its 2.25x magnification gives a well spaced set of focal lengths. Its removable lens cell can also be unthreaded from the 1.25" barrel and directly threaded onto any of the eyepieces to give 1.3x, further filling in the choice of focal lengths. Alternatively, it can be directly threaded onto the 1.25" barrel of the Q-Turret (sold separately) to give 2.25x.

  • Baader 1.25" Q Barlow for visual and photographic use # BQB 2956185
  • Versatile dual magnification Barlow (1.3x or 2.25x)
  • 2.25x magnification factor if used as is with included extension tube
  • Barlow lens element can be removed and screwed directly on to 1.25" filter threads on eyepieces to provide approximately 1.3x magnification
  • Very high transmittance, high contrast, and thus an extremely clear, distortion-free image
  • Attach the barlow element directly to 1.25" prime focus photography adapters (sold separately) for barlowed imaging of the Moon and planets
  • Not threaded to accept additional 1.25" filters

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5.0 (Based on 4 Reviews) 100% of reviewers recommended this product.
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    1. Ronald Zincone

      Ronald Zincone New Member

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      Review by Ronnie Z.
      1483019200
      Dec 29, 2016

      5.0 High performing barlow

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      Baader Q-turret 2.25X barlow is a high performing quality barlow eyepiece. Highly recommend.

      Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? Yes
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    2. eyedoc1984

      eyedoc1984 New Member

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      Review by Eyedoc of Rust belt state.
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      Sep 29, 2016

      5.0 An interesting Barlow, but could use a compression ring

      Pros:

      Strong Construction,Quality Lenses,Accurate,Easy to Use

      Cons:

      compression screw will mar EP barrels

      Comments:

      Optically this is a fine Barlow, especially for the price. With the EP inserted into the barrel it is a 2.25x, but with the element removed and threaded onto the filter threads of an EP, it is 1.3x, a nice feature. My only complaint is the compression screw, which can mar the EP barrels. I'd be willing to pay more for a brass compression ring.

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    3. Guest

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      Review by star lover of Arizona.
      1453680000
      Jan 24, 2016

      5.0 2 in 1 barlow

      Pros:

      Strong Construction,Lightweight,Easy to Use,Quality Lenses,Compact

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      The thing that sold me on this is the fact that it can be used as 2 barlows. In its own sleeve or screwed into any 1.25" eyepiece.

      Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? Yes
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    4. Guest

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      Review by JMTHEOWL of Miami, FL.
      1408147200
      Aug 15, 2014

      5.0 Perfect partner for my 80mm refractor

      Pros:

      Quality Lenses,Distortion Free Image,Accurate,Strong Construction,Easy to Use

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      I use it mostly for planetary observation... and find it very versatile to use the the dual magnification option (1.3x or 2.25x) by threading the lens onto any of my Baader fine eyepieces. The Baader optical quality provides outstanding light transmittance and I get the clearest image imaginable from my refractor.

      Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? Yes
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      Specifications

      Manufacturer Baader Planetarium
      Eyepiece Series Baader Classic Ortho/Plossl