Vixen NPL 30mm 1.25 inch Plössl Eyepiece

Struggling to get a wide, comfortable view through your telescope? The Vixen NPL 30mm eyepiece solves that with a 50° apparent field and long 22mm eye relief, so you can observe for hours without eye strain. Its 1.25" barrel fits almost any telescope focuser, making it a versatile addition to your kit.

Who is it for

This eyepiece is ideal for amateur astronomers who want a low-power, wide-field view for finding objects or observing large deep-sky targets like open clusters and nebulae. It's also great for anyone who wears glasses, thanks to the generous eye relief and fold-down rubber eyecup.

Main features

• 30mm focal length for low magnification and wide true field
• 50° apparent field of view for immersive views
• 22mm eye relief for comfortable viewing, even with glasses
• Plössl optical design with 4 elements in 2 groups
• Fully multi-coated lenses for bright, high-contrast images
• Blackened lens edges to reduce internal reflections
• Anodized aluminum housing with 1.25" filter threads
• Parfocal with other Vixen NPL eyepieces for minimal refocusing

Specifications

• Focal length: 30mm
• Barrel diameter: 1.25" (31.7mm)
• Apparent field of view: 50°
• Eye relief: 22mm
• Optical design: Plössl
• Lens elements: 4
• Lens groups: 2
• Coatings: Fully multi-coated
• Filter threads: Yes, 1.25"
• Eyecup: Fold-down rubber
• Housing material: Anodized aluminum
• Parfocal: Yes
• Blackened lens edges: Yes
• Series: Vixen NPL
• Compatibility: Telescopes with 1.25" focusers
• Finish: Black
• Included accessories: Dust caps

Tips

Pair this eyepiece with a 2x Barlow lens for higher magnifications when needed. To keep the optics clean, always replace the dust caps when not in use and store the eyepiece in a dry case.