TS Optics Super Plössl 40mm 46° 1.25″ Eyepiece
The Super Plössl series from TS Optics builds on the time-tested Plössl design and takes it a step further with modernised optics and improved build quality. The TS Optics Super Plössl 40mm eyepiece delivers a 46° apparent field of view, making it an excellent choice for observing the Moon, planets and larger deep-sky objects at low magnification. Bright, natural views and accurate colour rendition make it a versatile option for beginners and more experienced astronomers alike.
Optics and coatings
The four-element optical design, arranged in two groups, uses FMC (Fully Multi-Coated) anti-reflection coatings on all glass-to-air surfaces. This improves light transmission, increases contrast and reduces chromatic aberration - even when viewing a bright full Moon. Blackened lens edges further suppress unwanted internal reflections that would otherwise reduce image sharpness.
Comfort and compatibility
A rubber fold-down eyecup makes it easy to position your eye correctly and blocks stray light that could interfere with your view. The eyepiece has a standard filter thread, so you can attach any 1.25″ filter without an additional adaptor. It is also compatible with a camera adaptor - ideal for anyone who wants to capture what they see on a screen or as an image file.
Why choose the TS Optics Super Plössl?
TS Optics Super Plössl eyepieces have long been among the most popular choices in affordable astronomical optics - and for good reason. They deliver solid optical performance without unnecessary compromise.
Key features
- Focal length: 40 mm
- Apparent field of view: 46°
- Barrel diameter: 1.25″
- Optical design: 4 elements in 2 groups
- Coatings: FMC on all glass-to-air surfaces
- Blackened lens edges to reduce internal reflections
- Rubber fold-down eyecup
- Standard 1.25″ filter thread
- Compatible with camera adaptors
Technical specifications
| Parameter |
Value |
| Focal length |
40 mm |
| Apparent field of view |
46° |
| Barrel diameter |
1.25″ |
| Optical design |
4 elements in 2 groups (Plössl) |
| Coatings |
FMC (Fully Multi-Coated) |
| Filter thread |
Standard 1.25″ |
| Eyecup |
Rubber fold-down |
Who is this eyepiece for?
This eyepiece is a great starting point for anyone new to astronomy. Its low magnification and wide field of view make it easy to locate and frame objects in the night sky. It works well with most telescopes that accept 1.25″ accessories, including refractors, reflectors and Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes.
Recommended uses
- Observing the Moon and its surface details
- Wide-field views of star clusters such as the Pleiades
- Low-magnification views of the Andromeda Galaxy
- General sky sweeping and object location
- First eyepiece upgrade for beginners
About the Super Plössl design
The Plössl design has been a favourite among amateur astronomers for decades. It offers a good balance of field of view, eye relief and image quality at an accessible price. The TS Optics Super Plössl series refines this classic formula with better coatings and tighter manufacturing tolerances, giving you more value for your money.
