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The 30th Anniversary Difference
The first 30 units feature exclusive commemorative details:
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Individual Numbering: Each unit is serialized (1–30).
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Founder’s Signature: Personally hand-signed by William Yang on the lens cover.
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Limited Engraving: A unique laser-engraved emblem of a cat embracing the number “30.”
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Anniversary Certificate: Included with every limited edition set.
Technical Highlights
The Ultra-Cat 131 is William Optics most advanced astrograph to date, featuring a massive 60mm image circle to support medium-format and full-frame sensors:
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Optics: 5-Element Advanced Petzval (Super ED & Lanthanum glass).
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Aperture: 131mm | Focal Ratio: $f/4.9 | Focal Length: 648mm.
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Focuser: Patented WIFD (Internal Focuser) to eliminate vignetting and tilt.
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Included: Sensor Tilt Xterminator, Rotator, and built-in Bahtinov Mask.
Spot Diagram

Longitudinal Aberration

Specifications
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Lens Type
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5 Elements Advanced Petzval Design |
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Focal Length
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648 mm |
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Diameter
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131 mm |
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Focal Ratio
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f/4.9 |
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Image Circle
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60 mm |
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Focuser
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WIFD R&P Focuser
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Focuser Travel Length
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0-20 mm |
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Adapter Included
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Sensor Tilt Xterminator
Rotator
M79 → M68 Adapter
M79 → M54 Adapter
M79 → M48 Adapter
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Optional Flattener
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No Flattener Required
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Camera Format
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Medium Format
Full Frame
APS-C
M4/3
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OTA Weight
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9.95 kg / 21.94 lbs |
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Tube Length
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650 mm - 785.5 mm |








Back Spacing Range on Petzval Systems
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