Reasonably lightweight, solid tripod, sturdy mount, standard sized eyepieces and good optics are traits that make this telescope ideal for kids of all ages.
Features
- 31% more light gathering than a 70mm refractor
- Correct image is suitable for astronomy and terrestrial use
- Sturdy variable height Aluminum tripod
- Equatorial mount keeps objects in the eyepiece by adjusting a single control
- Motor upgradeable
- Includes "TheSky®" Level 1 software on CD
- Includes "The Beginners Guide to Using Telescopes" written by our knowledgeable staff.
Specifications
- Aperture: 80mm (3.1")
- Focal Length: 900mm (35.5")
- Focal Ratio: f/11
- Lens Construction: Fraunhofer Doublet
- Focuser: 1.25" rack and pinion
- Eyepieces: 20mm (45x) and 4mm (225x)
- Barlow lens: 3x
- Finderscope: 5x24 w/ crosshair
- Mount Type: EQ1 Equatorial with flexible slow-motion controls
- Tracking Motor: Available (sold separately)
- Polar Finder: Not available
- Camera Capable:
- USB imagers
- All-in-one cameras via universal digital camera adapter
- DSLR/SLR (requires T2 ring)
- Above cameras and adapters sold separately
- Piggyback adapter built-in
- Total Weight: 8.6kg (19lbs)
- Color: Black tube
- Celestron 2 year warranty
