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All Questar instruments are manufactured in the United States

Field Rangers ----- (Back to Top)

Super Telephoto. Pyrex MgFl coated. Manual threaded focus. Base package is equipped for video use and includes swivel coupling, c-mount, and extension tube set in ABS waterproof case. See below for eyepiece packages and focal length accessory packages. Other coatings available as an optional upgrade. (Call for quote).

NumberDescription

82010 Field Ranger 3.5 1300mm lens. Shipping weight 16 lbs.
82020 Field Ranger 7 2400mm lens. Shipping weight 70 lbs.


Field Ranger Lightweight Series ----- (Back to Top)

GSA Approved Super Telephoto. Pyrex MgFl coated. Manual threaded focus. Base package is equipped for video use and includes swivel coupling, c-mount, and extension tube set in ABS waterproof case. See below for eyepiece packages and focal length accessory packages. Other coatings available as an optional upgrade.

NumberDescription

82010-LW Lightweight Ranger 90 LW Ranger Package. Shipping weight 15 lbs.


Field Ranger Accessory Packages ----- (Back to Top)

NumberDescription

82200 Eyepiece Accessory Package for #82010 and #82020.
Includes:
  • Image Erector (to provide correct image in eyepiece)
  • "P-P" male low profile adapter
  • a 16mm (80X) and 24mm (55X) eyepiece
  • a weatherproof carrying case when purchased separately. Shipping weight 10 lbs.

82202 Video Accessory Package for #82010 and #82020.
Includes:
  • lenses for 3 additional focal lengths (specify focal lengths).
  • three Filters: ND 0.8, 1.5, 2.5.
  • a holder for filters.
  • a weatherproof carrying case when purchased separately. Shipping weight 10 lbs.


Additional Eyepieces and Lenses ----- (Back to Top)

NumberDescription

19120 Eyepiece 8mm.
19121 Eyepiece 12mm.
19122 Eyepiece 16mm.
19123 Eyepiece 24mm.
19124 Eyepiece 32mm.
29132 Zoom Eyepiece 24-8mm (requires #19365 slip-fit adapter).
19450 Image Erector Use with a #82010 and #82020 and eyepiece for axial viewing.
39501 1.5X External Barlow (achromatic).
39502 2X External Barlow (achromatic).
39490 100mm Positive Lens (achromatic).
39492 250mm Positive Lens (achromatic).
39505 130mm Positive Lens (achromatic).
39506 172mm Positive Lens (achromatic).


Additional Adapters ----- (Back to Top)

NumberDescription

23045 Camera Coupling Set (Includes #13075 and #23032).
13073 Extension Tube Set ("P" thread, 5 pc. set).
19365 "P" to "1-1/4" Slip-fit Adapter.
39511 C-Mount Adapter (with "P" thread)
39512 C-Mount Adapter Polarizer
23032 Swivel Coupling (P-P with 360o rotation).
19359 Nikon SLR Camera Adapter (with "P" thread). Call for other adapters.
89350 "P-P" Adapter male/male low profile.


Additional Optical Flats ----- (Back to Top)

NumberDescription

19260 Protective Flat for Questar 3.5 instruments. Full aperature threaded; mounts at front of barrel. BK7 optical glass with magnesium fluoride coating; in cell.
29205 Protective Flat for Questar 7 instruments. Same as above.


Additional Filters ----- (Back to Top)

NumberDescription

19282 Quick Change Filter Holder (mounts in camera coupling set).
19284_ Quick Change Mounted Wratten Series Filters for #39515. Please contact your sales representative for filter specifications.
39517_ Quick Change Mounted Inconel N.D. Filters for #39515. 1" clear aperature, N.D. 0.1-4.0.
39519_ Narrow Band Pass Filter 1" clear aperature, 3 or 10 nanometer bandwidth (specify bandwidth and wavelength).


Step Zoom/Multi-focal Length Instruments ----- (Back to Top)

Multi-focal Length Lens, Manual Control, Weather Resistant. Clear flats at input and output ports. Housings and control shafts sealed with gaskets and O-Rings. Non-purgable. LED status indicators for focal length and filter position on rear housing, with internal batteries. Manual rapid focus. See the specification for filter and focal length selection.

NumberDescription

80111 Questar MFL 3.5. Shipping weight 51 lbs.
80121 Questar MFL 7. Shipping weight 80 lbs.

Step Zoom Lens, Motorized Control, Weather Resistant, Hand terminal, 12 ft. coil cord standard. AC Power supply; 90-250 VAC and 12 VDC operation. See the specification for filter and focal length selection.

NumberDescription

80112 Step Zoom 90 Lens Shipping weight 56 lbs.
80122 Step Zoom 180 Lens shipping weight 80 lbs.
80132 Step Zoom 182 lens Shipping weight 200 lbs.

All Questar lenses use BK7 optical glass with MgF2AR coatings. Pyrex mirrors with aluminum coatings and an SiO overcoat are standard.

All lenses are supplied with tripod mounting points, lens caps, hard-shell cases and c-mount adapters for video use.

Black anodized aluminum barrels and structural parts. All other hardware is stainless steel or chrome plated. External painted surfaces have a Polane finish.

Other Optical Coatings and Materials are available - contact us for information and pricing.

Ordering notes:
Please note your choice of focal length and filter according to the specification sheet or your preference. Questar is happy to qoute on filters for special applications. Specify white or black finish where requested when ordering.

FOB New Hope, Pa.
Inquire for quantity and OEM pricing and delivery.

Accessories for Step Zoom System ----- (Back to Top)

Light Control Units. Continuously variable motorized neutral density filter N.D. 0.0 - N.D. 4.0 using dual linear wedges. Located at the rear of the telescope body. Can be used with all weatherized units; must be factory installed during telescope assembly.

NumberDescription

83800LC 90 Light Control (for SZ 90).
83900LC 180 Light Control (for SZ 180).

Automatic Light Control. Automatically drives the above LC unit from any video signal. Internally mounted control electronic, video input connection is located on rear of SZ unit. The unit is factory set for best performance, no adjustments of the light levels are required. When used with a video signal these units will maintain an optimum video signal regardless of light, focal length, or filter conditions. Specify this unit with #83800 or #83900 for complete package.

NumberDescription

83826Video Controller Interface (12 VDC input). Shipping weight 3 lbs.


Cabling, Power, and Interconnection for the Step Zoom Instruments. ----- (Back to Top)

NumberDescription

83443Extended Hand Controller Interconnect Cable 25 ft. length with modular connectors on both ends.
83747Car Battery Adapter
89444Extended Serial Interconnect Cable (25 ft.) Shielded heavy duty cable, UV and ozone resistant; up to 1000 ft. $9.00 a foot above 25 ft.
39425Video Patch Cable 12 ft. length, 75 ohm, BNC ends.
39426Video Patch Cable 100 ft. length, 75 ohm, low loss, BNC ends.
39429Surge Protector Power Strip 120 Volt AC. Provides spike protection and line filtering. 4 outlet.
39431Surge Protector Power Strip 120 Volt AC. Provides spike protection and line filtering. 6 outlet.
39430ESurge Protector Power Strip 220 Volt AC. Provides spike protection and line filtering. 6 outlet.
89463Power Inverter 12 VDC to 120 VAC. 100 watts; low cost lightweight unit that will drive monitor and camera. Cigarette lighter plug standard. 2.3 Kg. (5 lbs.)
89461Power Inverter 12 VDC to 120 VAC. 250 watts; frequency controlled efficient unit that will drive monitor, camera, and tape recorder etc. 6 Kg. (13 lbs.)
89460Power Inverter 24 VDC to 120 VAC. 1000 watts; frequency controlled efficient unit with high power capacity. 15 Kg. (32 lbs.)


Fixturing, Tripods and Supports ----- (Back to Top)

NumberDescription

Below is a selection of components that are tested and integrated with Questar lenses and accessories. Call a Questar sales representative for assistance and a quotation on the proper support equipment for your telescope and accessory combination.
53600Small Lens/Camera Cradle For use with 3.5" aperature instruments and camera, with or without image intensifier. 5/8" dovetail section aluminum base plate with adjustable mounting plate for optics. Black anodized. (Please specify camera if you are supplying your own). Shipping weight 5 lbs.
53603Spare Mounting platform For #53600 camera cradle; provides quick change platform for second telescope or other accessory. 8 3/4" long with mounting holes and slots.
53651Large Lens/Camera Cradle For use with 7" aperature instruments, image intensifier and/or camera. 1/2" plate construction with yoke support for telescope with adjustable camera platform and adjustable mounting plate for optics. Attaches with 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 bolts to tripod. Black anodized. Shipping weight 10 lbs.
89565Peter Lisand Ultra-500 Tripod System For use with 3.5" aperature instruments. Fluid head on claw ball base with aluminum leg tripod section. 45" x 5" x 7.5" folded. 15 lbs (7 kg) complete.
89567Peter Lisand Ultra-II Tripod System For use with 7" aperature instruments. Dual handle fluid head on claw ball base with aluminum leg tripod section. 46" x 8" folded. 22 lbs (10 kg) complete.
19345Heavy Bogen Tripod with two axis fluid head and two section handle. Large quick release plate, geared rising center column, two section bi-post tubular leg with cusion/spike ends and carrying strap. Maximum instrument weight 12 lbs. 38" overall height collapsed, to 74' extended. 12 lbs. Shipping weight 15 lbs.
89570Bogen Ultra Heavy Tripod For use with 3.5" MFL units and 7" aperature instruments. 2 axis fluid head and dual two section handle. Extra large slotted quick release plate, geared rising center column, 2 section bi-post tubular leg with cusion/spike ends and carrying strap. Maximum instrument weight 22 lbs. 38" overall height collapsed to 74" extended. 21 lbs. Shipping weight 30 lbs. section.
89575Bogen Professional Series Tripod For use with 7" and 7" MFL units instruments. Two axis fluid head and dual two section handle. Extra screws, 100 mm claw-ball leveler, 2 section tandem tubular leg with quick flip lever leg locks, spike feet, leg spreader, padded bag and carrying strap. Maximum instrument weight 35 lbs. 40" overall height collapsed to 65" extended. 23 lbs. Shipping weight 35 lbs. section.


Monochrome Video Cameras ----- (Back to Top)

NumberDescription

39405ST-70 Sony Video Camera With tripod mount and wall plug type power supply. 768(H)x493(V) picture elements. 2/3" format. 570 TVL resolution. NTSC, 120 VAC, 6 ft. cable.
39414Power Supply for #39405 desk top auto switching 110/220 VAC input, 12 VDC output with 12 ft. cable and connector.


Video Enhancers ----- (Back to Top)

NumberDescription

39392 VP-1 Video Enhancer for #39405 black level/contrast stretch adjustment, image reverse, crosshair function; dual channel input includes 3' BNC cable. (12 VDC/NTSC)
39392E VP-1 Video Enhancer for #39405 black level/contrast stretch adjustment, image reverse, crosshair function; dual channel input includes 3' BNC cable. (12 VDC/CCIR)
39383 AIS VEM 110 Video Enhancer Module optimizes an incoming video signal for maximum image contrast.
39382 Dage DSP-2000 Image Processor (Stand Alone), includes multiple image enhancement functions & three distinct image memories. Shipping weight 20 lbs.


Color Video Camera ----- (Back to Top)

NumberDescription

39404 CCD Micro Color Camera Sony XC-999 768(H)x493(V) on 1/2" format. 470 line resolution. 4.5 lux sensitivity. Includes cable and power supply.
39403 Sony XC 711 Color Camera RGB, electronic shutter, c-mount


Intensified Systems ----- (Back to Top)

NumberDescription

89405 AIS MXRi 5050 intensified IR sensitive 2 Gen+ video camera Remote Control unit RCU420, Power unit AC/5011, 12 volt, 2.5A with autogating. Interface cable 10 meters, camera function control of gamma, video gain, intensified gain.
89397 Night Vision System Dark InvaderTM with "Image Guard" limiter for protection when lens is pointed toward bright source. Includes premium quality second generation intensifier tube, 135 mm F/2.8 lens, 32 mm eyepiece, adjustable gain control, tripod mounting pad, and accessories in foam lined hardshell case. 55,000X average gain. Can be used with Questar telescopes either visually or with video camera. Shipping weight 14 lbs.


Video Monitors ----- (Back to Top)

NumberDescription

89415 9" Video Monitor Panasonic WV-5380A; 9" high resolution.
89417 9" Color Video Monitor, S-VHS Sony PVM 8043MD high resolution 110/220 VAC NTSC/CCIR.
89418 9" Color Video Monitor High resolution.
89420 Rack-mount Bracket Mounting kit for #89415 monitor above.
39415E 13" Video Monitor Sony PVM 137; high resolution monochromatic, 1000 TVL resolution 120/220 VAC NTSC/CCIR.
Questar offers a wide selection of video components that change regularly. Because there are so many variations possible we do not attempt to list them all. Unless specified all items are NTSC standard and 110 VAC. If you need CCIR or PAL raise this question with a Questar sales representative when putting your system together.


Video Recording ----- (Back to Top)

NumberDescription

89425 Portable VCR Panasonic AG-1070; 12 VDC. Includes carrying case and strap, wired remote control. 4 head system, rugged diecast chassis.
89425-A Portable VCR Altrac AC-450; 12 VDC
89427 Battery Pack For #89425 VCR. 2.3 AH.
89428 Plug-in AC Adapter/Battery Charger For #89425 VCR. 12 VDC, 1.5 amp supply. 120 VDC.
89429 Car Battery Cable For #89425 VCR. Plugs into battery compartment for direct 12 VDC operation.
39420 Video Printer Sony UP-860; 128 gray scale, high resolution thermal graphic printer; 2 3/4" x 3 5/8" print size. 120 VAC only.


Cases ----- (Back to Top)

NumberDescription

Questar can offer cases in any size and style for your components. Because there are so many variations possible, we do not attempt to list all the posibilities. Raise this question with a Questar sales representative when putting your system together.

19330 Bag for Tripod handsome dark blue heavy-duty 42" nylon bag. Will fit most tripods. 2 lbs. Shipping weight 6 lbs.
89830 Bag for Tripod handsome black heavy-duty nylon bag. will fit any large tripod. 3 lbs. Shipping weight 7 lbs.
89847 ATA Style Travel Case For MFL 3.5 series. Dimensions; 28"x18"x12", fully lined with foam, available uncut for custom use. Shipping weight 25 lbs.
89850 ATA Style Case For motorized MFL 7 series. Dimensions; 31"x23"x14", fully lined with foam, available uncut for custom use. Shipping weight 34 lbs.
89855 ATA Style Case for Video Monitors Fits Sony PVM 135 (#39415)
19406 Small Case for Accessories Waterproof ABS plastic with O-Ring seal. Dimensions: 14"x10.6"x6.5", 1.8 kg (4.1 lbs.) with full foam. Shipping weight 6 lbs.
13187 Medium Case for Equipment Waterproof ABS plastic with O-Ring seal. Dimensions: 18.5"x14.6"x5.7", 3.7 kg. (8.4 lbs.) with full foam. Shipping weight 11 lbs.
33083 Large Case for Instrument and Accessories Waterproof ABS plastic with O-Ring seal. Dimensions: 18.5"x14.6"x7.5", 4.1 kg. (9.2 lbs.) with full foam. Shipping weight 13 lbs.
89847-U1427ABS Barrel Case with wheels and handles.


Environmental Enclosures ----- (Back to Top)

NumberDescription

89100T Questar SZ 90 Instrument, Round Environmental Enclosure (For weatherproofing #80112 telescope). Aluminum and structural resin plastic construction, Polane painted, purgeable. BK7 MgF2AR coated front window; pressure gauge, relief valve, sealed video and control panel plugs. Integrated camera mounting cradle and Sun Heat Shield Cover. Mounting holes for location on alt/azimuth mount, tripod or other fixture. Includes changeable desiccant filters. Weight 70 lbs.
89200TQuestar 7 Instrument, Round Environmental Enclosure (For weatherproofing #80122 and #80132 telescope) 16" diameter x 48" length, Alumnium construction, Polane painted, purgeable. 9.5" diameter BK7 MgF2 AR coated front window; pressure gauge, relief valve, sealed video and control panel plugs. Integrated camera mounting cradle and Sun Heat Shield cover. Mounting holes for location on Alt./Azimuth mount, tripod or other fixture. Includes changeable Desiccant filters. Weight 90 lbs.

Custom enclosures are available--call for quote


Questar Motion Platforms ----- (Back to Top)

NumberDescription

57010-Qpt20Smart Pan & Tilt 12 VDC, with RS232 control and software, and 12 VDC auto switching power supply. Runs on Windows 95 or higher. Position accuracy is +/- .25o. Will suppoirt 20 lb. payload. Color: White.
57010-QPT90Pan & Tilt 12 VDC, Controller with Az and El display and joystick. Position accuracy +/- .25o. Will support up to 90 lb. payload. Color: White.
57010-QPT90SmartPan & Tilt12 VDC, with RS232 control and software, and 12 VDC auto switching power supply. Runs on Windows 95 or higher. Position accuracy is +/- .25o. Will suppoirt 90 lb. payload. Color: White.
57010QSQuestar Modified APT 130 Medium Heavy Electro-Mechanical Pan & Tilt 24 VDC, DC Servo Motor, Maximum Speed 8.5o/sec. Pan and 3o/sec. Tilt. .25o positional accuracy. Payload capacity 130 lbs. (59kg)
57010-QPTSmartPan & Tilt 12 VDC, with RS 232 control and software, and 12 VDC auto switching power supply. Runs on Windows 95 or higher. Position accuracy is +/- .1o. Will support 130 lb. payload. Color: White.
58010Questar Heavy Duty Alt./Azimuth Mount Fork mount for large aperature instruments and semi-permanent installations. Supplied with DC motors. Contact Questar for quotation on complete control interfaces.
89500Questar Surveillance Pier 6" Column with rising central column, adjustable from 32"-50". Fold-up legs, casters, extended lockable feet, carrying handle. Use with #57010 Alt./Az. Mount. Black Anodized.
39105Eyepiece Rack Mounts on #89500 column; provides shelf space and holes for item storage.

Questar offers a wide range of specialized and custom products, in any size and style for your components and requirements. Because there are so many variations possible, we do not attempt to list all the posibilities. Raise this question with a Questar sales representative when putting your system together.

Modifications to basic systems can be quoted on an individual basis

Subject to availability of equipment


The Questar Warranty and Service Policy
We invite you to inspect a Questar at our offices here in New Hope by making an appointment. Questar instruments are manufactured to precision standards with rigid quality control. From date of purchase Questar guarantees all materials, including magnesium fluoride coatings, for ten years. Broad Band coatings are guaranteed for five years. Drives and focusing mechanism are guaranteed for two years. Workmanship is guaranteed for two years, and Questar manufactured electronics are guaranteed for one year. Questar guarantee is non-transferable and does not cover damage caused by accident or misuse; nor does it cover damage through shipping. The Warranty is null and void if the instrument has been repaired by any unauthorized agency. Expert and prompt servicing of your telescope will always be available. Questar recommends an Inspection Service every two to three years, and Questar Standard Service every five to seven years.
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6204 Ingham Road
New Hope, Pa. 18938
USA
Telephone: 215-862-5277 or 800-247-9607
Fax: 215-862-0512
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