{"product_id":"bt-150mm-ed-giant-binocular","title":"BT 150mm ED Giant Binocular","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBT 150mm ED Giant Binocular\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The Explore Scientific BT 150mm ED Giant Binocular represents the absolute pinnacle of binocular astronomy, pairing two massive 150mm optical systems - one for each eye - to deliver an observing experience that no conventional binocular or single telescope can match. Premium Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass dramatically reduces chromatic aberration and false color, producing cleaner edges, truer color reproduction, and stunning sharpness across every target from the Moon and planets to distant nebulae and galaxies. The sheer light-gathering power of dual 150mm objectives reveals dense star fields, rich open clusters, expansive nebulae, and brighter galaxies with a level of brightness, contrast, and detail that will leave even experienced astronomers breathless.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Binocular observing is a fundamentally more natural and immersive way to explore the night sky - using both eyes reduces fatigue and creates a sense of depth that mono-eyepiece viewing simply cannot replicate. The BT 150mm ED ships ready for its first night out with a pair of Explore Scientific 62° 20mm Waterproof Eyepieces, and its standard 1.25-inch interchangeable eyepiece design lets you dial in any magnification or field of view your targets demand. Designed exclusively for mounted use, this instrument pairs perfectly with the Explore Scientific U-Mount and Tripod for the rock-solid stability these optics deserve.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual 150mm ED Objectives:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two premium 150mm Extra-Low Dispersion glass objectives - one per eye - gather extraordinary amounts of light for bright, sharp, immersive views of deep-sky objects and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-Low Dispersion (ED) Glass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Significantly reduces chromatic aberration and false color around bright, high-contrast objects, delivering cleaner edges, improved contrast, and accurate color reproduction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrue Binocular Deep-Sky Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reveals faint stars, expansive nebulae, rich open clusters, the Milky Way, and brighter galaxies with detail and brightness impossible to achieve with smaller binoculars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes Explore Scientific 62° 20mm Waterproof Eyepieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comes with a matched pair of wide-field 62° waterproof eyepieces so you can start observing immediately right out of the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.25-Inch Interchangeable Eyepiece Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Accepts any standard 1.25-inch eyepieces, giving you full flexibility to customize magnification and field of view for any observing target or session.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for Mounted Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built exclusively for use on a stable mount - pairs with the Explore Scientific U-Mount and Tripod (sold separately) for smooth, comfortable sky navigation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced Eye Fatigue:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-eyed observing creates a more natural, comfortable experience during long sessions, delivering greater perceived depth compared to single-eyepiece telescopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTerrestrial \u0026amp; Astronomical Versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sharp, color-corrected optics perform beautifully on the Moon, planets, bright stars, open clusters, nebulae, galaxies, and terrestrial subjects alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Backed by the Explore Scientific warranty - register your product within 60 days to activate full coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExplore Scientific BT 150mm ED Giant Binocular\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePair of Explore Scientific 62° 20mm Waterproof Eyepieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The BT 150mm ED is not just a binocular - it is a serious astronomical instrument trusted by dedicated observers who demand the very best from their equipment. Whether you are a seasoned astronomer, an observatory operator, or a passionate enthusiast chasing the deepest sky views possible, this giant binocular delivers a level of immersion and optical performance that has to be experienced to be believed. Sweeping the Milky Way in binocular vision, resolving the finest detail in lunar craters, or picking out structure in bright nebulae becomes a truly memorable experience with ED glass this large working in your favor. The interchangeable eyepiece system means this instrument grows with your collection and adapts to any target, ensuring years of rewarding use. Engineered for serious, long-session observing and built to the exacting standards Explore Scientific is known for, the BT 150mm ED is one of the most rewarding investments any astronomy enthusiast can make.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView Product Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eObjective Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150mm (per side)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGlass Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtra-Low Dispersion (ED)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIncluded Eyepieces\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePair of Explore Scientific 62° 20mm Waterproof Eyepieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEyepiece Compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard 1.25-inch interchangeable eyepieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMount Requirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesigned for mounted use only (mount\/tripod sold separately)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended Mount\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExplore Scientific U-Mount and Tripod (not included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e01-14260\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExplore Scientific\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShipping\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShips free within the continental United States (orders $70+)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly Required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount and tripod must be acquired and assembled separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the tripod and U-Mount included with the BT 150mm ED?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eNo - the Explore Scientific U-Mount and Tripod shown in product images are sold separately. The BT 150mm ED is designed exclusively for mounted use, so pairing it with a compatible mount is essential for a stable and enjoyable observing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I use my own eyepieces with this binocular?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes. The BT 150mm ED features a standard 1.25-inch interchangeable eyepiece design, meaning you can use any compatible 1.25-inch eyepieces you already own to adjust magnification and field of view. It also ships with a pair of Explore Scientific 62° 20mm Waterproof Eyepieces so you can start observing right away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat can I observe with the BT 150mm ED?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eThe BT 150mm ED excels at a wide range of targets. Its massive 150mm objectives gather enormous amounts of light, making it superb for sweeping the Milky Way, resolving rich open clusters, viewing expansive nebulae, exploring bright galaxies, and studying intricate lunar detail. The ED glass also ensures excellent sharpness on planets and bright stars, and it performs well for terrestrial viewing as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy is binocular astronomy better than using a single telescope?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eObserving with both eyes is more natural, more comfortable, and more immersive than using a single eyepiece. Binocular vision creates a perceived sense of depth in the night sky, reduces eye fatigue during long sessions, and allows your brain to process more visual information simultaneously - resulting in a richer, more enjoyable observing experience overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does ED glass do, and why does it matter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eExtra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass is a premium optical material that reduces chromatic aberration - the unwanted color fringing or false color that can appear around bright, high-contrast objects like the Moon, bright stars, or planet limbs. With ED glass, you get cleaner, sharper edges, more accurate color reproduction, and higher contrast, which is especially noticeable in a large-aperture instrument like the BT 150mm ED.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the BT 150mm ED come with a warranty?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes, the BT 150mm ED is backed by the Explore Scientific limited warranty. To activate full coverage, you should register your product within 60 days of purchase. 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