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Old February 23rd 04, 02:47 AM
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Default Limiting Maginfication

How can I determine limiting magnification of my scope or any scope? I have
an 8" 1000fl f/4.9 reflector and a 4" 1000fl f/8.3 achro refractor.

Could I use a 3mm Radian Eyepiece to look at the moon? Better to use a 6mm
and 2X Barlow?

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