{"product_id":"orbit-diagonal","title":"Orbit Diagonal","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-one\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\"\u003eOrbit Diagonal\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PegasusAstro Orbit is a new modular 1.25” rotating diagonal, specifically designed for optical systems with extremely limited backfocus, such as the SmartEye unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features dual-axis rotation, allowing for ergonomic viewing regardless of your telescope’s orientation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmartEye in basic edition of diagonal can be attached directly by using the provided (in box) M54M to M48M. The 1.25 filter thread and short backfocus allow you to use smaller filters with SmartEye without vigneting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrbit comes in 3 different editions \/ configutations for optimal backfocus:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic \u003cspan\u003e(PEG-ORBIT)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSCT 2” \u003cspan\u003e(PEG-ORBIT-SCT2INCH)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSCT-Edge \u003cspan\u003e(PEG-ORBIT-EDGE)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"fusion-checklist fusion-checklist-1 fusion-checklist-default type-icons\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"fusion-li-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-check fas\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-li-item-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompact 1.25″ Optical Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Ultra-short backfocus guarantees your telescope reaches focus \u003cspan\u003ewhere bulky 2″ diagonals fail\u003c\/span\u003e, while fully illuminating the IMX533 sensor (16mm diagonal) with zero vignetting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"fusion-li-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-check fas\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-li-item-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMirror BK7\u003c\/b\u003e 1st-Surface, Enhanced Aluminum with Protective Overcoatings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"fusion-li-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-check fas\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-li-item-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDual Thumb Screws\u003c\/b\u003e: Tactile adjustment screws for\u003cb\u003e independent rotation\u003c\/b\u003e of the nosepiece and the SmartEye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"fusion-li-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-check fas\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-li-item-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUniversal Threading (Both Sides):\u003c\/b\u003e Both the telescope-side and the SmartEye-side of the diagonal feature a dual-thread design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"fusion-li-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-check fas\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-li-item-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOptimized backfocus\u003c\/b\u003e: Optimized backfocus distance per model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"fusion-li-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-check fas\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-li-item-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntegrated Filter Thread\u003c\/b\u003e: Located on the top side. This internal thread allows you to securely screw in standard 1.25″ filters, cost-effective compared to 2” filters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\"\u003eBasic Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-image-element\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-2 hover-type-none fusion-animated\" data-animationtype=\"fadeInLeft\" data-animationduration=\"0.3\" data-animationoffset=\"top-into-view\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1056\" height=\"1251\" title=\"orbit_diagonal-5\" src=\"https:\/\/pegasusastro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/orbit_diagonal-5.png\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/pegasusastro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/orbit_diagonal-5.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-8470 ls-is-cached lazyloaded\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eOrbit Diagonal Basic Edition \u003c\/b\u003eis a precision-engineered optical accessory designed for versatility and ease of use. It features dual-axis rotation, allowing for ergonomic viewing regardless of your telescope’s orientation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMain Diagonal Body\u003c\/b\u003e: Houses the internal mirror and rotation mechanisms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMirror\u003c\/b\u003e:BK7 1st-Surf. , λ\/10 @ 633nm, Enhanced Aluminum with Protective Overcoat , Ravg ≥ 92% (450-650nm) @ 45° AOI.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e1.25″ Nosepiece\u003c\/b\u003e: The interface for connecting the diagonal to your telescope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDual Thumb Screws:\u003c\/b\u003e Tactile adjustment screws for independent rotation of the nosepiece and the SmartEye.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUniversal Threading (Both Sides)\u003c\/b\u003e: Both the telescope-side and the SmartEye-side of the diagonal feature a dual-thread design:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM48 Male Thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM42 Female Thread\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis configuration offers high versatility, allowing you to bypass standard nosepieces and thread the diagonal directly to various spacers, cameras, or custom adapters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOptimized backfocus\u003c\/b\u003e: The total backfocus distance from the M48F to M48F thread base is only 58mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIntegrated Filter Thread\u003c\/b\u003e: Located on the top side. This internal thread allows you to securely screw in standard 1.25″ filters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-6 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-4 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\"\u003eSCT-2” Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-image-element\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-3 hover-type-none fusion-animated\" data-animationtype=\"fadeInLeft\" data-animationduration=\"0.3\" data-animationoffset=\"top-into-view\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1015\" height=\"1138\" title=\"orbit_diagonal_sct2\" src=\"https:\/\/pegasusastro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/orbit_diagonal_sct2.png\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/pegasusastro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/orbit_diagonal_sct2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-8482 lazyloaded\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eOrbit Diagonal SCT 2” Edition \u003c\/b\u003eis compatible with SCT telescopes and Reducers\/Correctors with a SCT 2” optical end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eDirect SCT Coupling\u003c\/b\u003e: Specifically designed for telescopes and optical accessories with a standard 2″ SCT threaded visual back (e.g., Celestron or Meade Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes, Celestron 0.63 Reducer).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOptimized Backfocus\u003c\/b\u003e: Engineered to help you achieve the perfect 105mm backfocus requirement—critical for maintaining flat fields and optimal star shapes when using focal reducers or corrected optics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHigh-Load Stability\u003c\/b\u003e: The 2-inch threaded connection provides a rigid, tilt-free attachment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUniversal Threading:\u003c\/b\u003e Retains the M48 Male \/ M42 Female versatility on the SmartEye side for maximum compatibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-7 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-5 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\"\u003eSCT Edge Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-image-element\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-4 hover-type-none\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1992\" height=\"1806\" title=\"orbit_diagonal_sct_edge\" src=\"https:\/\/pegasusastro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/orbit_diagonal_sct_edge.png\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/pegasusastro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/orbit_diagonal_sct_edge.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-8486 lazyloaded\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cb\u003e Orbit Diagonal SCT Edge Edition \u003c\/b\u003eis compatible with SCT Celestron Edge telescopes and optical accessories with a 3.25” optical end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDirect SCT Edge Coupling\u003c\/b\u003e: Specifically designed for telescopes with a 3.25 threaded visual back (e.g., Celestron Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes, Celestron 0.7 Reducer ).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrecision Variable Neck\u003c\/b\u003e: Features an integrated adjustable neck with a 20mm travel range. This allows you to fine-tune your optical path length without the need for multiple fixed-length spacers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLocking Mechanism\u003c\/b\u003e: Once the desired length is achieved the neck can be securely locked to maintain a rigid, repeatable optical distance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOptimized Backfocus\u003c\/b\u003e: Engineered to help you achieve the perfect 146mm backfocus requirement—critical for maintaining flat fields and optimal star shapes when using focal reducers or corrected optics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHigh-Load Stability\u003c\/b\u003e: The 3.25 inch threaded connection provides a rigid, tilt-free attachment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUniversal Threading\u003c\/b\u003e: Retains the M48 Male \/ M42 Female versatility on the SmartEye side for maximum compatibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-5 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-8 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-6 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\"\u003eIn the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-9 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-tabs fusion-tabs-1 classic nav-not-justified awb-tabs-transition awb-tabs-transition-fade horizontal-tabs icon-position-left mobile-mode-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nav\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nav-tabs\" role=\"tablist\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are three editions of the Orbit Diagonal. The box of each edition contains the following items:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrbit Diagonal Basic (PEG-ORBIT)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrbit Diagonal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.25” Nosepiece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 x Silicone Protective Caps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eM54M-M48F Adapter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrbit Diagonal SCT 2-Inch (PEG-ORBIT-SCT2INCH)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrbit Diagonal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 x Silicone Protective Caps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eM54M-M48F Adapter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompression Ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSCT 2” Neck \u0026amp; Lock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrbit Diagonal SCT Edge (PEG-ORBIT-EDGE)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrbit Diagonal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 x Silicone Protective Caps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eM54M-M48F Adapter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompression Ring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSCT (Celestron Edge) Variable Adapter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.25 INCH – M68M Adapter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pegasus Astro","offers":[{"title":"Basic","offer_id":67277318848761,"sku":"PEG-ORBIT","price":111.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SCT 2-Inch","offer_id":67277318881529,"sku":"PEG-ORBIT-SCT2INCH","price":172.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SCT Edge HD","offer_id":67277318914297,"sku":"PEG-ORBIT-EDGE","price":287.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0869\/6486\/files\/orbit_diagonal-5.png?v=1790973275","url":"https:\/\/cloudbreakoptics.com\/products\/orbit-diagonal","provider":"Cloud Break Optics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}