Tele Vue Powermate 2x 2 inch Barlow Lens

The Tele Vue Powermate 2x 2" Barlow Lens is a premium optical accessory designed to double the magnification of your eyepiece while maintaining exceptional image quality. Featuring a 4-element telecentric design, this Barlow lens delivers flat, sharp images across the entire field of view, making it ideal for both visual observation and astrophotography. Its 2-inch barrel ensures compatibility with a wide range of telescopes and eyepieces, while the brass clamp ring provides secure and gentle grip. Multi-coated optics maximize light transmission and contrast, revealing fine details on celestial objects. Whether you're exploring the Moon, planets, or deep-sky targets, the Powermate 2x enhances your viewing experience without compromising eye relief or field of view.

Advantages

Unlike traditional Barlow lenses, the Tele Vue Powermate uses a telecentric design that maintains the eyepiece's eye relief and field stop, resulting in a more comfortable and immersive viewing experience. The 4-element optical group corrects aberrations for sharp, high-contrast images. Its robust anodized aluminum housing ensures durability, while the included dust caps protect the optics when not in use. This Barlow lens is also optimized for imaging, providing 85mm of back focus for camera sensors.

Suitable for

• Visual astronomers using 2-inch eyepieces
• Astrophotographers seeking high-quality magnification
• Owners of telescopes with 2-inch focusers
• Observers of planets, Moon, and deep-sky objects

Key specifications

• Magnification Factor: 2x
• Barrel Size (Telescope Side): 2 inch (50.8mm)
• Barrel Size (Eyepiece Side): 2 inch (50.8mm)
• Optical Design: 4-element Telecentric
• Lens Coatings: Multi-coated
• Filter Threads: 2 inch
• Field Stop Diameter: 46 mm
• Back Focus: 85 mm
• Optical Length: 114 mm (4.5 inches)
• Housing Material: Anodized Aluminum
• Clamp Ring Material: Brass

Recommendations

For best results, pair the Tele Vue Powermate 2x with high-quality eyepieces and a stable telescope mount. Use with a 2-inch diagonal for comfortable viewing angles. When imaging, ensure your camera sensor is within the 85mm back focus distance.