Svbony 6mm 66° telescope eyepiece 🔭
Description:
This 6mm 1.25 inch eyepiece delivers high magnification for lunar and planetary observing, combining a wide apparent field with comfortable eye relief for extended sessions. It is designed to fit standard 1.25 inch focusers and works well with a Barlow lens to increase reach and detail when studying the Moon, planets and tight double stars.
Key Points
The eyepiece uses a multi-coated optical design to increase light transmission and reduce internal reflections, which helps contrast when viewing faint lunar features and planetary details. The fold-down rubber eyecup measures 16mm in eye relief and gives comfortable viewing whether you wear glasses or not. The tube interior and lens edges are matt black to minimise stray light and improve perceived contrast. For convenience it accepts standard 1.25 inch threaded filters and is compatible with most amateur telescopes and Barlow lenses. ⚙️
Technical Specifications
- Name: SVBONY 6mm 1.25" eyepiece
- Focal length: 6 mm
- Apparent field: 66°
- Eye relief: 16 mm
- Optical construction: 5 elements in 3 groups, FMC coating
Usage Recommendations
Use this eyepiece at higher magnifications for detailed views of the Moon and the brighter planets. The relatively short focal length is best paired with a sturdy mount and good seeing conditions to take full advantage of the increased scale of features. When combining with a Barlow, choose one that matches the optical quality of the eyepiece to avoid introducing additional aberrations. 🔭
For wide-field interest such as open clusters or scanning the Milky Way, remember that a 6mm eyepiece narrows the true field in many telescopes, so switching to a lower power eyepiece may be more practical for finding targets and context. The fold-down eyecup helps maintain a consistent eye position while allowing easy transition between eyeglasses and unaided viewing. 🌙
Consider that according to the manufacturer the eyepiece’s apparent field is 66 degrees and that visual comfort depends on your telescope’s focal ratio and personal eye position. In fast focal ratio scopes some residual edge aberration can appear with short focal length oculars, so a brief star test is useful to judge performance under your specific setup.
