William Optics

UltraCat 131 30th Anniversary Limited Edition


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The 30th Anniversary Difference

The first 30 units feature exclusive commemorative details:

  • Individual Numbering: Each unit is serialized (1–30).

  • Founder’s Signature: Personally hand-signed by William Yang on the lens cover.

  • Limited Engraving: A unique laser-engraved emblem of a cat embracing the number “30.”

  • 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:

  • Optics: 5-Element Advanced Petzval (Super ED & Lanthanum glass).

  • Aperture: 131mm | Focal Ratio: $f/4.9 | Focal Length: 648mm.

  • Focuser: Patented WIFD (Internal Focuser) to eliminate vignetting and tilt.

  • Included: Sensor Tilt Xterminator, Rotator, and built-in Bahtinov Mask.

Spot Diagram

Longitudinal Aberration

Specifications

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

Back Spacing Range on Petzval Systems

Petzval telescopes do not rely on a single, exact back focus distance. Instead, they are designed to reach focus within a supported back spacing range, providing flexibility when using different cameras and accessories.
As long as the complete camera setup falls within this range, the focuser can reach focus normally. If the setup goes beyond it, focus may no longer be achievable.

For astrophotography, a back spacing of 55 ± 3 mm is recommended to limit drawtube extension and reduce the risk of light leakage.
For more details on back spacing, see the support article Back Spacing Range on Petzval Systems

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