Guest Hooch Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Hello Guys, Now I have seen some people using a 3x barlow, surely this is going to take pretty much any telescope over its maximum magnification? I am probably wrong and if I am I will look at getting one Also, was looking for a 1.5x barlow? I know there is a 2x with a detachable bottom part which can be attached to an eyepiece and make it around 1.5x but I cant remember what it is Any advice on barlows? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brantuk Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Antares do a great 1.6x Barlow (2") - great performer and some say closest to Powermate that you can get. Mine didn't come with a 1.25 adaptor cos I got it second hand - so you'd need a spare one hanging around. (don't know about detachable bottoms though) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Hooch Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Ah ha, found it, same make as you suggested! http://stargazerslounge.com/showthread.php?t=103241 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brantuk Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 I think that's the 1.25" version - this is the one I'm suggesting: http://www.rothervalleyoptics.co.uk/antares-2inch-1-6x-barlow_d3607.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Hooch Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Hmmm bit on the expensive side for the moment, i'm a bit broke as i'm purchasing the 200p this week, managed to get it for £160 with a laser finder included. Bargain! Is there a significant difference between cheap barlows and the more expensive ones? Also about the 3x, are they worth it or will they just take the magnification to far? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+RonC Posted May 19, 2012 Share Posted May 19, 2012 I think the TAL barlows are very good value for money, 2x 3x only I think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAZ Posted May 21, 2012 Share Posted May 21, 2012 I agree, I have a TAL 2x Barlow, very good value for money. http://www.firstlightoptics.com/tal-eyepieces/tal-2x-and-3x-barlows.html It looks like they are out of stock at the moment though. There are some reviews to read underneath. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red dwalf Posted May 21, 2012 Share Posted May 21, 2012 I have the 3 x and there like a lump of steel, very heavy and solid build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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