Lunt Solar Systems 80 mm Universal Telescope #LS80MT/B1200R&P
The new Lunt 80 mm Universal Telescope (#LS80MT/B1200R&P) is a true multi-purpose instrument, upgrading one of Lunt’s most popular telescope sizes with enhanced performance and flexibility.
With an 80 mm aperture and a precision FPL53 ED doublet lens, this telescope is carefully engineered to deliver sharp, high-contrast views. Whether you’re observing the Sun’s dynamic features or exploring deep-sky wonders, the LS80MT ensures an impressive experience across all observing modes.
Solar Observations in Hydrogen-Alpha
In its Hydrogen Alpha single-stack setup, the 80 mm Universal Telescope achieves a <0.65 Å bandpass. Using Lunt’s innovative Doppler True Tuning pressure system, users can finely adjust the view to reveal stunning solar activity, including prominences, filaments, and surface granulation.
B1200 Blocking Filter for use with the LS80MT
The B1200 blocking filter is the most economical choice and is recommended for those who only plan to do visual observations (no imaging) with the LS80MT. You will have the best results with the 12 mm blocking filter if your mount has auto-tracking. For manual tracking, we recommend the B1800, with it's wider field of view. The BF1200 will come in a 2" diagonal housing.
Nighttime Astronomy
The LS80MT isn’t limited to solar viewing. When the Sun sets, the telescope easily transitions into a powerful night-sky instrument. Simply remove the Hydrogen Alpha module with its pressure tuner from the optical tube assembly (OTA) and replace it with the focuser of your choice. This quick conversion unlocks detailed views of stars, nebulae, and planets, making it a versatile tool for both day and night astronomy.
Key Specifications
➜ Optical Aperture: 80 mm (ED Doublet – FPL53 Glass)
➜ Etalon: Internal <0.65 Å
➜ Tuning System: Internal Pressure Tuned (Doppler True Tuning)
➜ Focal Length: 560 mm
➜ Focal Ratio: f/7
➜ Blocking Filter Options: B1200 (12 mm, 2” diagonal)
➜ Mounting Compatibility: 2" diagonal with T2 camera thread
➜ Function: Dual-purpose telescope (Solar + Nighttime viewing)
📦 In The Box
➜ Lunt 80 mm Universal Day & Night OTA
➜ 12 mm blocking filter in 2" diagonal
➜ Dual Speed Rack and Pinion Focuser
➜ Hard case with custom foam insert
➜ Ring set assembly (with dovetail & Red Dot Sun Finder handle)
Telescope Specifications
| Telescope Type |
Universal Day and Night |
| Universal Capabilities |
H-alpha, CaK, White Light, Lunar, Planetary, Deep Space, Terrestrial |
| Aperture |
80 mm |
| Objective Type |
Professional Grade ED Doublet |
| Objective Material |
FLP53 |
| Objective Coating |
Ion Assist Broadband AR |
| Focal Ratio |
F/7 |
| Focal Length |
560 mm |
| Focuser Options |
Dual Speed Lunt Crayford, Dual Speed Rack and Pinion, Dual Speed Feather Touch |
| Mounting |
CNC Mounting Rings and Vixen Style Dovetail |
| Storage |
Aluminum Finished Hard Case with Fitted Foam |
| H-alpha Etalon Type |
Modular |
| Etalon Wavelength |
656.28 nm |
| Etalon Bandpass |
<0.65 Å Single Stack, <0.45 Å Double Stack |
| Etalon Material |
UV Grade Fused Silica |
| Telescope Weight |
4.20kg |
| Etalon Tuning |
Doppler True Barometric Pressure Tuning |
| Doppler Shifting |
Instant |
| Blocking Filter Size |
12 mm, 18 mm, Diagonal and Straight Through |
| Blocking Filter Bandpass |
6 Å |
| Sun Finder |
Red Dot Sun Finder Handle |
| CaK Filter Type |
Rear Mount CaK Diagonal |
| Filter Sizes |
12 mm, 18 mm, Diagonal and Straight Through |
| Filter Wavelength |
393.4 nm |
| Filter Bandpass |
2.2 Å |
| White Light Filter Type |
Front Mount Film Filter, Rear Mount White Light Wedge |
| White Light Filter Bandpass |
Broadband White Light, AR/UV Blocking |
| Lunar / Planetary / Deep Space / Terrestrial |
Converts to professional grade APO for nighttime use |
| Theoretical Max Magnification |
140x |