Tele Vue Powermate 5x 1,25 inch Barlow-lens

The Tele Vue Powermate 5x 1.25" Barlow Lens delivers a powerful 5x magnification increase with a telecentric optical design that preserves eye relief and field stop location, ensuring comfortable viewing and sharp, high-contrast images for planetary and lunar observation.

Advantages

Its 4-element multi-coated optics minimize chromatic aberration and maintain image quality across the field. The telecentric beam prevents vignetting and ensures consistent magnification regardless of eyepiece spacing, making it ideal for both visual use and astrophotography.

Suitable for

• High-power planetary and lunar observation
• High-resolution astrophotography
• 1.25" eyepieces with filter threads

Key specifications

• Magnification factor: 5x
• Barrel diameter: 1.25" (31.75 mm)
• Optical design: 4-element telecentric
• Lens coatings: Multi-coated
• Filter threads: 1.25"
• Housing material: Anodized aluminum

Recommendations

For best results, pair with high-quality eyepieces and a stable mount to fully exploit the Powermate's telecentric advantages.