{"title":"Dobsonians","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"sky-watcher-8-f-6-flextube-200p-telescoping-truss-tube-dobsonian","title":"Sky-Watcher 8\" f\/6 Flextube 200P Telescoping Truss-Tube Dobsonian  S11700","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 8\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian reflector combines the proven \"more light-gathering bang for your buck\" economy of the Dobsonian telescope design with the exceptional convenience and portability of Sky-Watcher's unique telescoping truss-tube mechanical system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Sky-Watcher Dobsonian has:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e• fully multicoated 8\" f\/6 Newtonian reflector optics\u003cbr\u003e• unique telescoping truss-tube design for compact transportability \u003cbr\u003e• smooth Teflon bearings, plus altitude tension control \u003cbr\u003e• 10mm (120x) and 25mm (48x) 1.25\" Plössl eyepieces \u003cbr\u003e• 8 x 50mm right angle finderscope\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the 8\" Sky-Watcher telescoping truss-tube Dobsonian, you don't have to worry about lifting the scope's diagonal mirror cage and trying to bolt it to three swaying truss tube in the dark as you do with other truss-tube Dobs. Sky-Watcher's revolutionary telescoping truss-tube system attaches the top of the truss tubes permanently to the diagonal mirror cage, with the bottom of the tubes sliding into three die-cast housings on the scope's primary mirror tub. This unique system allows the optical tube's diagonal mirror cage and three attached truss tubes to slide down onto the primary mirror tub to form one compact 32.5\" long assembly. The cage and tub can then be locked together, using no-tool handles built into the primary mirror tub, and lifted out of the scope's altazimuth rocker base for easy and secure telescope transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembling the Sky-Watcher Dob for use involves simply unlocking the diagonal mirror cage and raising the cage until spring-loaded catches on the truss tubes snap into place in the primary mirror tub. This holds the cage at its fully-raised position while you tighten the no-tool handles at the base of the truss tubes to lock the diagonal mirror cage securely in position for observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor binoviewing without unwanted extra magnification, a second set of indents on the truss tubes allows the diagonal mirror cage to be lowered to a preset locking position on the truss poles. This lets you to use a binoviewer without needing a corrector or Barlow lens in the binoviewer to reach focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete Sky-Watcher telescoping truss optical tube assembly - diagonal mirror cage, integral truss tubes, and primary mirror tub - weighs only 24.2 pounds (11 kg). The altazimuth rocker box base it sits in weighs only 26 pounds (11.8 kg). Total weight is a light 50.2 pounds. When aimed at the zenith, the eyepiece is 45.5\" above ground level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher easily collapses in minutes into two small and light components that fit into a car trunk or into the back seat of a compact car. Competitive truss-tube Dobs break down into four or more components - diagonal mirror cage, primary mirror tub, altazimuth rocker box base, and truss tubes (as many as six to be carried separately or packed into an optional carrying bag). It's easy to see how the two-part Sky-Watcher has a definite convenience advantage over the four or more parts of a conventional truss-tube Dob. And, unlike bulky competitive solid-tube Sonotube or metal tube Dobs with an unwieldy 48\" or 50\" long optical tube, you don't need a big car to transport this 8\" Sky-Watcher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly and disassembly take only about 5-10 minutes, with no tools needed. After you set up, particularly after traveling over bumpy roads to a dark sky site, take a few moments to check the collimation of the optics to assure peak performance and you are ready for an evening of fascinating viewing at your favorite dark sky location. The 8\" Sky-Watcher telescoping truss-tube Dobsonian is designed for visual observing only - to show you as much of the night skies as possible, and do it as conveniently and inexpensively as possible. Photography is not possible with a Dob.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of its compact component size, light individual component weights, and limited number of components to put together (after all, there are only two!), the 8\" Sky-Watcher telescoping truss-tube Dob can be transported and set up easily by one individual. This innovation gives Sky-Watcher users a cost-effective 8\" telescope with unsurpassed compactness and transportability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Sky-Watcher Dob's Optical Tube Assembly . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNewtonian reflector optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\" diameter parabolic primary mirror, with 1.85\" m.a. diagonal mirror. Both are guaranteed to be diffraction-limited. The diagonal mirror cage and primary mirror tub are made of rolled aluminum, anodized and finished externally with a subtle and attractive star-field pattern. Painted die-cast and machined rims hold the aluminum truss tubes and optical components in precise alignment to minimize the need for frequent collimation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary mirror:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grade A annealed optical glass, 8\" diameter, 1200mm focal length, f\/6 parabolic in a fully adjustable metal cell provides sharp and bright high contrast images of nebulas, galaxies, and star clusters. The well-balanced f\/6 focal ratio shows you subtle lunar and planetary details inside the solar system, as well. The center-spotted mirror is ground with computer-controlled accuracy, multicoated with aluminum and titanium dioxide for high reflectivity, and then overcoated with quartz for long life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiagonal mirror:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grade A annealed optical glass 1.77\" m.a. diagonal mirror, mounted in a fully adjustable diagonal holder on a low-diffraction four-vane thin spring steel spider. The diagonal mirror is polished flat to diffraction-limited accuracy. As with the primary mirror, the diagonal is multicoated with aluminum and titanium dioxide for high reflectivity and overcoated with quartz for long life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 x 50mm right-angle erect image achromatic crosshair design. The images in the finder are erect and right-reading, with star patterns looking just as you see them on star charts or with your bare eye. It is mounted near the focuser, with the finder eyepiece vertically aligned in the same direction as the telescope eyepiece. This eliminates the constant head twisting involved when switching between the horizontal orientation of a conventional Dob's straight-through or red-dot finder and the vertical orientation of its focuser and eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/strong\u003e machined aluminum single-speed 2\" Crayford focuser with a 1.25\" eyepiece adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10mm and 25mm 1.25\" four-element Plössl eyepieces with a 52° apparent field. The 25mm provides a magnification of 48x with an actual field of view that is 1.08° across. That's more than twice as wide as the full Moon. The 25mm gives rich and expansive deep space views of star clouds, galaxies, and nebulas alike. The 10mm Plössl provides a stout 120x magnification with a 0.43° field of view, enough magnification to provide sharp close-up views of the Moon, planets, globular star clusters, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptical tube dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tube diameter (outside of one side bearing to the outside of the other bearing): 11.25\"; tube length collapsed: 33\"; tube length extended: 44\".\u003cbr\u003eThis Sky-Watcher Dob's Base Assembly . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRocker box altazimuth base:\u003c\/strong\u003e The altazimuth rocker box that the mirror tub rides in is crafted of strong, lightweight, and water-resistant laminated particle board, as is the water-resistant ground board that the rocker box rides on. The base is shipped disassembled, but can be put together in about a half an hour using only a screwdriver and the supplied hardware. Teflon bearings in both altitude and azimuth provide smooth and effortless motion of the optical tube in all directions. At the same time, the Teflon provides the proper amount of stiction to assure backlash-free movement, without the inadvertent and uncontrolled motions sometimes caused by wind gusts pushing on mounts using azimuth roller-bearings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNavigation knobs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two navigation knobs conveniently mounted on the diagonal mirror cage makes it easy to control the scope' motion in any direction. The optical tube starts moving at a gentle touch - smoothly and with no fuss. Center on an object and the scope settles down immediately, with no shudder or vibration to mar your viewing experience. The knobs also act as an aid in installing the optical tube into the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarry handles\/altitude tension control\/eyepiece tray:\u003c\/strong\u003e The handles in the sides of the rocker box incorporate a tension control in altitude that lets you compensate for eyepieces of markedly differing weights. An eyepiece tray capable of holding one 2\" and three 1.25\" eyepieces attaches to the front of the rocker box above the supplied centrally-mounted carrying handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAltazimuth base dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20\" in diameter by 29\" high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat can you see through the 8\" Sky-Watcher telescoping truss-tube Dob?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutside the solar system, the night sky is filled with fascinating objects within the reach of the 8\" Sky-Watcher Dob. In the constellation Sagittarius lie several of the sky's most prominent emission nebulas. The Lagoon Nebula (M8) is a rich aggregation of dust and gasses illuminated by its youthful central stars. This is an area of star formation, the universe giving birth. Located nearby is the smaller, but very beautiful, Trifid Nebula (M20). The magnificent Swan Nebula (M17) is also located in Sagittarius. The sky's most awesome globular star cluster, M13, a bee-hive of thousands of stars swarming about a central core, is located in the constellation Hercules. This is the brightest object of its kind and is always a treat to view. Globular clusters are no longer being formed in the Milky Way, so in M13 you are observing fossil light, a glimpse back in time. Under dark skies, the Orion Nebula (M42) becomes a glowing complex of filaments, filling the wide 1.08° field of the standard eyepiece. Messier, NGC, and IC objects show detail and structure never visible in the smaller telescopes that are more common in this price range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any serious telescope, the performance of the 8\" Sky-Watcher telescoping truss-tube Dob on faint objects will be improved by a dark sky observing site. Heavily light-polluted city and suburban sites are not the best for observing very faint objects with any 8\" scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the solar system, given suitably good seeing, Encke's Division and other minor features in Saturn's rings occasionally become visible in the 8\" telescoping truss-tube, as does Saturn's faint crêpe ring. Low contrast banding and details in Saturn's atmosphere begin to make themselves apparent, as well. Lunar features less than one mile across become visible, while Jupiter's four Galilean moons start to show as tiny discs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaking advantage of the weight-saving sophistication of its telescoping truss-tube design, the 49.5 pound Sky-Watcher 8\" Dobsonian makes it practical for one individual on his or her own to explore the heavens with a truly big scope, whether from a back yard or a distant dark sky observing site. This Sky-Watcher 8\" telescoping truss-tube Dobsonian reflector will keep you happily observing for many years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\" class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e1200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e26 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e300x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e50.2 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e0.57 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied Eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e25 mm and 10 mm 1.25″ Plössl Eyepieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eReflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e8x50mm RA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVisual Limiting Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplied Accessories: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelescoping no-tool assembly truss tube design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRolled aluminum\/die-cast secondary mirror cage and primary mirror tub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavigation knob\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaminated altazimuth mount with Teflon bearing surfaces and altitude tension control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-vane spring steel diagonal mirror support with adjustable mirror holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable primary mirror flotation system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiffraction-limited Grade A optical glass mirrors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective primary mirror cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" Crayford-style machined aluminum focuser with 1.25\" eyepiece adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25mm (48x) and 10mm (120x) 1.25\" Plössl eyepieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8x50mm right angle finderscope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sky-Watcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40221664575561,"sku":"S11700","price":739.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/files\/Flextube200_Main_1800x1800_4e179dd9-9362-4d53-b1e3-f8276641e05a.webp?v=1723063615"},{"product_id":"sky-watcher-10-f-4-7-flextube-250p-telescoping-truss-tube-dobsonian","title":"Sky-Watcher 10\" f\/4.7 Flextube 250P Telescoping Truss-Tube Dobsonian","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 10\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian reflector is a big user-friendly telescope that is surprisingly portable. It combines the proven \"more light-gathering bang for your buck\" economy of the Dobsonian telescope design with the exceptional convenience and portability of Sky-Watcher's unique telescoping truss-tube system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003eThis Sky-Watcher Dobsonian has:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e• fully multicoated 10\" f\/4.7 Newtonian reflector optics\u003cbr\u003e• unique telescoping truss-tube design for compact transportability \u003cbr\u003e• smooth Teflon bearings, plus altitude tension control \u003cbr\u003e• 10mm (120x) and 25mm (48x) 1.25\" Plössl eyepieces \u003cbr\u003e• 8 x 50mm right angle erect image finderscope\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the 10\" Sky-Watcher telescoping truss-tube Dobsonian, you don't have to worry about lifting the scope's diagonal mirror cage and trying to bolt it to three swaying truss tubes in the dark as you do with other truss-tube Dobs. Sky-Watcher's revolutionary telescoping truss-tube system attaches the top of the truss tubes permanently to the diagonal mirror cage, with the bottom of the tubes sliding into three die-cast housings on the scope's primary mirror tub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique system allows the optical tube's diagonal mirror cage and three attached truss tubes to slide down onto the primary mirror tub to form one compact assembly. The cage and tub can then be locked together, using no-tool handles built into the primary mirror tub, and lifted out of the scope's altazimuth rocker base for easy and secure telescope transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembling the Sky-Watcher Dob for use involves simply unlocking the diagonal mirror cage and raising the cage until spring-loaded catches on the truss tubes snap into place in the primary mirror tub. This holds the cage in its fully-raised position while you tighten the no-tool handles at the base of the truss tubes to lock the diagonal mirror cage securely in position for observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor binoviewing without unwanted extra magnification, a second set of indents on the truss tubes allows the diagonal mirror cage to be lowered to a preset locking position on the truss poles. This lets you to use a binoviewer without needing a corrector or Barlow lens in the binoviewer to reach focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete 10\" Sky-Watcher optical tube assembly - secondary mirror cage, truss tubes, and primary mirror tub - weighs only 33 pounds (15 kg). The altazimuth rocker box base it sits in weighs only 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg). Total weight is only 60.5 pounds, light for a full-sized 10\" telescope. When aimed at the zenith, the eyepiece is 48\" above ground level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher easily collapses in minutes into two small and light components that fit into a car trunk or into the back seat of a compact car. Competitive truss-tube Dobs break down into four or more components - secondary mirror cage, primary mirror tub, altazimuth rocker box base, and truss tubes (as many as six to be carried separately or packed into an optional carrying bag).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's easy to see how the two-part Sky-Watcher has a definite convenience advantage over the four or more parts of a conventional truss-tube Dob. And, unlike bulky competitive solid-tube Sonotube or metal tube Dobs with an unwieldy 48\" or 50\" long optical tube, you don't need a big car to transport this 10\" Sky-Watcher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly and disassembly take only about 5-10 minutes, with no tools needed. After you set up, particularly after traveling over bumpy roads to a dark sky site, take a few moments to check the collimation of the optics to assure peak performance and you are ready for an evening of fascinating viewing at your favorite dark sky location. The 10\" Sky-Watcher telescoping truss-tube Dobsonian is designed for visual observing only - to show you as much of the night skies as possible, and do it as conveniently and inexpensively as possible. Photography is not possible with a Dob.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of its compact component size, light individual component weights, and limited number of components to put together (after all, there are only two!), the 10\" Sky-Watcher telescoping truss-tube Dob can be transported and set up easily by one individual. This innovation gives Sky-Watcher users a cost-effective 10\" telescope with unsurpassed compactness and transportability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Sky-Watcher Dob's Optical Tube Assembly . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNewtonian reflector optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\" diameter parabolic primary mirror, with 2.3\" m.a. diagonal mirror. Both are guaranteed to be diffraction-limited. The diagonal mirror cage and primary mirror tub are made of rolled aluminum, anodized and finished externally with a subtle and attractive star-field pattern. Painted die-cast and machined rims hold the aluminum truss tubes and optical components in precise alignment to minimize the need for frequent collimation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary mirror:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grade A annealed optical glass, 10\" diameter, 1200mm focal length, f\/4.72 focal ratio parabolic in a fully adjustable metal cell provides sharp and bright high contrast images of nebulas, galaxies, and star clusters. Lunar and planetary images are also sharp and crisp, but a neutral density (Moon) filter would certainly be called for to cut down on the incredible solar system brightness provided by this 10\" mirror - over 1300 times that of the human eye. The center-spotted mirror is ground with computer-controlled accuracy, multicoated with aluminum and titanium dioxide for high reflectivity, and then overcoated with quartz for long life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiagonal mirror:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grade A annealed optical glass 2.24\" m.a. diagonal mirror, mounted in a fully adjustable diagonal holder on a low-diffraction four-vane thin spring steel spider. The diagonal mirror is polished flat to diffraction-limited accuracy. As with the primary mirror, the diagonal is multicoated with aluminum and titanium dioxide for high reflectivity and overcoated with quartz for long life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 x 50mm right-angle erect image achromatic crosshair design. The images in the finder are erect and right-reading, with star patterns looking just as you see them on star charts or with your bare eye. It is mounted near the focuser, with the finder eyepiece vertically aligned in the same direction as the telescope eyepiece. This eliminates the constant head twisting involved when switching between the horizontal orientation of a conventional Dob's straight-through or red-dot finder and the vertical orientation of its focuser and eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/strong\u003e machined aluminum 2\" Crayford focuser with a 1.25\" eyepiece adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10mm and 25mm 1.25\" four-element Plössl eyepieces with a 52° apparent field. The 25mm provides a magnification of 48x with an actual field of view that is 1.08° across. That's more than twice as wide as the full Moon. The 25mm gives rich and expansive deep space views of star clouds, galaxies, and nebulas alike. The 10mm Plössl provides a stout 120x magnification with a 0.43° field of view, enough magnification to provide sharp close-up views of the Moon, planets, globular star clusters, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptical tube dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tube diameter (outside of one side bearing to the outside of the other bearing): 13.5\"; tube length collapsed: 31.5\"; tube length extended: 44\".\u003cbr\u003eThis Sky-Watcher Dob's Base Assembly . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRocker box altazimuth base:\u003c\/strong\u003e The altazimuth rocker box that the mirror tub rides in is crafted of strong, lightweight, and water-resistant laminated particle board, as is the water-resistant ground board that the rocker box rides on. The base is shipped disassembled, but can be put together in about a half an hour using only a screwdriver and the supplied hardware. Teflon bearings in both altitude and azimuth provide smooth and effortless motion of the optical tube in all directions. At the same time, the Teflon provides the proper amount of stiction to assure backlash-free movement, without the inadvertent and uncontrolled motions sometimes caused by wind gusts pushing on mounts using azimuth roller-bearings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNavigation knob:\u003c\/strong\u003e A navigation knob conveniently mounted below the focuser makes it easy to control the scope' motion in any direction. The optical tube starts moving at a gentle touch - smoothly and with no fuss. Center on an object and the scope settles down immediately, with no shudder or vibration to mar your viewing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarry handles\/altitude tension control\/eyepiece tray:\u003c\/strong\u003e The handles in the sides of the rocker box incorporate a tension control in altitude that lets you compensate for eyepieces of markedly differing weights. An eyepiece tray capable of holding one 2\" and three 1.25\" eyepieces attaches to the front of the rocker box above the supplied centrally-mounted carrying handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAltazimuth base dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20\" in diameter by 29\" high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat can you see through the 10\" Sky-Watcher telescoping truss-tube Dob?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn viewing deep-space, aperture matters - big time! With the 10\" Sky-Watcher, you have tremendous light gathering power to see faint and distant nebulas and galaxies - over 1300 times that of your unaided eye. Under dark skies, the Orion Nebula becomes a glowing and subtle complex of filaments, and color starts to become visible. The spiral structure of the Whirlpool Galaxy becomes apparent, as do dark dust lanes across the nucleus of the Andromeda Galaxy (although the full 3° width of the galaxy itself is far too large to fit into the field of view of any eyepiece generally usable with the scope). Globular clusters are frequently resolved to the very core. Messier, NGC, and IC objects show detail and structure never visible in smaller telescopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany challenging objects for an 8\" aperture scope now come into their own with the 10\" Sky-Watcher. The Crab planetary nebula (M1), a supernova remnant, requires a 10\" aperture to truly begin to appreciate its subtle, gaseous filamentary structures. M33, the low surface brightness face-on spiral galaxy in the constellation Triangulum, exhibits significantly more open arm structure than is visible in an 8\" scope. The Rosette Nebula in Monoceros begins to show the pattern of a blooming rose that gives the Rosette its name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no question that the increased resolving power and 56% greater light-gathering power of a 10\" aperture is visually impressive when compared to an 8\" scope. Therefore, it is no wonder then that the 10\" aperture is overtaking the 8\" as the serious amateur astronomer's aperture of choice in a Dobsonian telescope. Sky-Watcher's compact, telescoping optical tube design makes the decision to step up in aperture to a 10\" scope even easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any large aperture telescope, the performance of the 10\" Sky-Watcher on faint objects will be markedly improved by a dark sky observing site. Light-polluted city and suburban sites are not recommended as the primary observing site with a 10\" scope. Such sites require a nebula (light pollution) filter to take even limited advantage of its immense light-gathering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it is in deep space observing of galaxies and nebulas from a dark sky observing site that the 10\" Sky-Watcher telescoping truss-tube Dob excels, significant planetary and lunar observing is also within its capability. All you need is a neutral density eyepiece filter to cut down the immense brightness of solar system objects seen through this \"light bucket.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaking advantage of the weight-saving sophistication of its telescoping truss-tube design, the 60.5 pound Sky-Watcher 10\" Dobsonian makes it practical for one individual on his or her own to explore the heavens with a truly big scope, whether from a back yard or a distant dark sky observing site. This Sky-Watcher 10\" telescoping truss-tube Dobsonian reflector will keep you happily observing for many years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\" class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e10\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e1200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/4.7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e33 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e300x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e60.5 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e94% Aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e0.46 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied Eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e25mm and 10mm 1.25″ Super Plossls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eReflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e8×50 Right Angle Correct Image\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVisual Limiting Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e14.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e1 year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplied Accessories: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelescoping no-tool assembly truss tube design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRolled aluminum \/die-cast secondary mirror cage and primary mirror tub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavigation knob\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaminated altazimuth mount with Teflon bearing surfaces and altitude tension control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-vane spring steel diagonal mirror support with adjustable mirror holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable primary mirror flotation system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiffraction-limited Grade A optical glass mirrors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective primary mirror cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" Crayford-style machined aluminum focuser with 1.25\" eyepiece adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25mm (48x) and 10mm (120x) 1.25\" Plössl eyepieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8x50mm right angle finderscope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sky-Watcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40221664608329,"sku":"S11720","price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/files\/RS1683_S11720_Flextube250_LeftFront-scr_1800x1800_d4218daa-f32b-4d98-9d4f-65a49e5412b2.webp?v=1723056128"},{"product_id":"sky-watcher-12-f-4-9-flextube-300p-telescoping-truss-tube-dobsonian","title":"Sky-Watcher 12\" f\/4.9 Flextube 300P Telescoping Truss-Tube Dobsonian  S11740","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 12\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian reflector is a user-friendly telescope for the serious amateur who wants serious deep-sky light-gathering. It combines the proven \"more light-gathering bang for your buck\" economy of the Dobsonian telescope design with the exceptional convenience and portability of Sky-Watcher's unique telescoping truss-tube system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Sky-Watcher Dobsonian has:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e• fully multicoated 12\" f\/4.9 Newtonian reflector optics\u003cbr\u003e• unique telescoping truss-tube design for compact transportability \u003cbr\u003e• smooth Teflon bearings for altitude, with tension control \u003cbr\u003e• aluminum plate with needle bearings for azimuth \u003cbr\u003e• 2\" Crayford focuser with 1.25\" eyepiece adapter\u003cbr\u003e• 10mm (150x) and 25mm (60x) 1.25\" Plössl eyepieces \u003cbr\u003e• 8 x 50mm right angle finderscope\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the 12\" Sky-Watcher telescoping truss-tube Dobsonian, you don't have to worry about lifting the scope's diagonal mirror cage and trying to bolt it to swaying truss tubes in the dark as you do with other truss-tube Dobs. Sky-Watcher's revolutionary telescoping truss-tube system attaches the top of the truss tubes permanently to the diagonal mirror cage, with the bottom of the tubes sliding into three die-cast housings on the scope's primary mirror tub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique system allows the optical tube's diagonal mirror cage and three attached truss tubes to slide down onto the primary mirror tub and be locked in place to form one surprisingly compact assembly. By undoing the no-tool handles in the sides of the altazimuth base that hold the optical tube in the base, the cage and tub assembly can be lifted out of the scope's altazimuth rocker base as a single unit for easy and secure transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreparing the Sky-Watcher Dob for use involves simply unlocking the diagonal mirror cage and raising the cage until spring-loaded catches on the truss tubes snap into place in the primary mirror tub. This holds the cage in its fully-raised position while you tighten the no-tool locks at the base of the truss tubes to lock the diagonal mirror cage securely in position for observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor binoviewing without unwanted extra magnification, a second set of indents on the truss tubes allows the diagonal mirror cage to be lowered to a preset locking position on the truss poles. This lets you to use a binoviewer without needing a corrector or Barlow lens in the binoviewer to reach focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a heaviest single component weight of only 46.2 pounds, the 12\" Sky-Watcher is a telescope that most reasonably-fit individuals should be able to set up and transport with little or no problems. The complete 12\" Sky-Watcher optical tube assembly - secondary mirror cage, truss tubes, and primary mirror tub - weighs only 46.2 pounds (21 kg). The altazimuth rocker box base it sits in weighs only 40.7 pounds (18.5 kg). Total weight is only 86.9 pounds, light for a full-sized 12\" telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher easily collapses in minutes into two reasonably small and light components that fit into most car trunks or into the back seat of even a compact car. Competitive truss-tube Dobs break down into four or more components - a secondary mirror cage, primary mirror tub, altazimuth rocker box base, and truss tubes (as many as six to be carried separately or packed into an optional carrying bag). It's easy to see how the two-part Sky-Watcher has a definite convenience advantage over the four or more parts of a conventional truss-tube Dob. And, unlike bulky competitive solid-tube Sonotube or metal tube Dobs with an unwieldy 58\" or 60\" long optical tube, you don't need a big car to transport this 12\" Sky-Watcher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly and disassembly take only 10 minutes or so, with no tools needed. After you set up, particularly after traveling over bumpy roads to a dark sky site, take a few moments to check the collimation of the optics to assure peak performance and you are ready for an evening of fascinating viewing at your favorite dark sky location. If observing from your back yard, you can leave scope assembled and simply roll it outside using a hand truck or a JMI Wheeley Bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 14\" Sky-Watcher telescoping truss-tube Dobsonian is designed for visual observing only - to show you as much of the night skies as possible, and do it as conveniently and inexpensively as possible. Photography is not possible with a Dob.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of its reasonable component size, sensible individual component weights, and limited number of components to put together (after all, there are only two!), one fit individual can normally transport and set up the 12\" Sky-Watcher telescoping truss-tube Dob. Its innovative and unique telescoping design gives Sky-Watcher users a cost-effective 12\" telescope with unsurpassed compactness and transportability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Sky-Watcher Dob's Optical Tube Assembly . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNewtonian reflector optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12\" diameter parabolic primary mirror, with 2.75\" m.a. diagonal mirror. Both are guaranteed to be diffraction-limited. The diagonal mirror cage and primary mirror tub are made of rolled aluminum, anodized and finished externally with a subtle and attractive star-field pattern. Painted die-cast and machined rims hold the aluminum truss tubes and optical components in precise alignment to minimize the need for frequent collimation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary mirror:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grade A annealed optical glass, 12\" diameter, 1500mm focal length, nominally f\/5 (actually f\/4.9) parabolic in a fully adjustable metal cell provides sharp and bright high contrast images of nebulas, galaxies, and star clusters. Lunar and planetary images are also sharp and crisp, but a neutral density (Moon) filter would certainly be called for to cut down on the incredible solar system brightness provided by this 12\" mirror - almost 1900 times that of your eye. The center-spotted mirror is ground with computer-controlled accuracy, multicoated with aluminum and titanium dioxide for high reflectivity, and then overcoated with quartz for long life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiagonal mirror:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grade A annealed optical glass 2.6\" m.a. diagonal mirror, mounted in a fully adjustable diagonal holder on a low-diffraction four-vane thin spring steel spider. The diagonal mirror is polished flat to diffraction-limited accuracy. As with the primary mirror, the diagonal is multicoated with aluminum and titanium dioxide for high reflectivity and overcoated with quartz for long life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 x 50mm right-angle erect image achromatic crosshair design. The images in the finder are erect and right-reading, with star patterns looking just as you see them on star charts or with your bare eye. It is mounted near the focuser, with the finder eyepiece vertically aligned in the same direction as the telescope eyepiece. This eliminates the constant head twisting involved when switching between the horizontal orientation of a conventional Dob's straight-through or red-dot finder and the vertical orientation of its focuser and eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/strong\u003e Machined aluminum 2\" Crayford focuser with a 1.25\" eyepiece adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10mm and 25mm 1.25\" four-element Plössl eyepieces with a 52° apparent field. The 25mm provides a magnification of 60x with an actual field of view 0.86° across. That's almost one and three-quarters as wide as the full Moon. The 25mm gives rich and expansive deep space views of star clouds, galaxies, and nebulas alike. The 10mm Plössl provides a stout 150x magnification with a 0.35° field of view, enough magnification to provide sharp close-up views of the Moon, planets, globular star clusters, multiple star systems, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptical Tube Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e The telescoping 12\" optical tube measures 15.75\" (400mm) in diameter, 55\" (1397mm) long when extended, but a much more compact 36\" (914mm) in length when retracted. The eyepiece is approximately 55.5\" above ground level when the optical tube is pointed at the zenith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Sky-Watcher Dob's Base Assembly . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRocker box altazimuth base:\u003c\/strong\u003e The altazimuth rocker box that the mirror tub rides in is crafted of strong, lightweight, and water-resistant laminated particle board, as is the water-resistant ground board that the rocker box rides on. The base is shipped disassembled, but can be put together in about a half an hour using only a screwdriver and the supplied hardware. Teflon bearings in altitude with a tension clutch provide smooth and effortless vertical motion of the optical tube and let you adjust for varying eyepiece weights. For smooth motion in azimuth, the Sky-Watcher 12\" Dob optical tube rides on an aluminum plate with needle bearings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNavigation knob:\u003c\/strong\u003e A navigation knob conveniently mounted below the focuser makes it easy to control the scope' motion in any direction. The optical tube starts moving at a gentle touch - smoothly and with no fuss. Center on an object and the scope settles down immediately, with no shudder or vibration to mar your viewing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarry handles\/altitude tension control\/eyepiece tray:\u003c\/strong\u003e The handles in the sides of the rocker box incorporate a tension control in altitude that lets you compensate for eyepieces of markedly differing weights. An eyepiece tray capable of holding one 2\" and three 1.25\" eyepieces attaches to the front of the rocker box above the supplied centrally-mounted carrying handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAltazimuth base dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25\" in diameter by 29\" high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat can you see through the 12\" Sky-Watcher telescoping truss-tube Dob?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything in deep space appears brighter, and wider in extension, with the 12\" Sky-Watcher. You now have the tremendous light gathering power to see faint and distant nebulas and galaxies that you've always wanted - almost 1900 times that of your unaided eye. Many of the objects that are a challenge to even see in smaller aperture telescopes now show their essential structure. Objects just within the threshold of visibility with a 10\" aperture scope appear more prominent with the 12\" and may be worth observing for extended periods. Comet hunters will delight in the fainter magnitudes that are possible to see in the 12\" Sky-Watcher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere at last is a telescope with the ability to visually tackle elusive deep-space gems like the Horsehead Nebula in Orion. In Perseus, the very faint 11th magnitude nebula M76 will be visible from a dark sky site, as will very faint planetary nebula M9 in Ursa Major. M61, the spiral galaxy in Virgo, reveals its spiral arms as you've always hoped to see them. The list goes on and on, and you will delight in planning your own nightly journeys of exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to an 8\" or 10\" scope, the increased resolution and greater light-gathering power of this Sky-Watcher's 12\" aperture is beyond just being impressive. It lets its lucky owner resolve many, many objects that smaller telescopes simply don't have the horsepower to show satisfactorily because they can't pull in enough light. Compared to an 8\" scope, the 12\" Sky-Watcher has 50% greater resolution of small details and two and a quarter times the light-gathering to reveal fainter objects. Even compared to a 10\" scope, the 12\" Sky-Watcher has 20% higher resolution and 44% greater light-gathering. The 12\" Sky-Watcher's compact, telescoping optical tube design makes this super aperture 12\" Dob a practical step up for the serious observer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any large aperture telescope, the performance of the 12\" Sky-Watcher on faint objects will be markedly improved by a dark sky observing site. Light-polluted city and suburban sites are definitely not recommended as the primary observing site for a 12\" scope. Such sites require a nebula (light pollution) filter to take even limited advantage of its immense light-gathering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it is in deep space observing of galaxies and nebulas from a dark sky observing site that the 12\" Sky-Watcher telescoping truss-tube Dob excels, significant planetary and lunar observing is also within its capability. All you need is a neutral density eyepiece filter to cut down the immense brightness of solar system objects seen through this \"light bucket.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaking advantage of the weight-saving sophistication of its telescoping truss-tube design, the 86.9 pound Sky-Watcher 12\" Dobsonian makes it practical for almost any individual on his or her own to explore the heavens with a truly big scope, whether from a back yard or a distant dark sky observing site. This Sky-Watcher 12\" telescoping truss-tube Dobsonian reflector will keep you happily observing the faint and distant outer reaches of the Universe for many years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e12\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e1500mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/4.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e46.2 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd 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Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBorosilicate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Aperture (mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e305\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Edge Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF\/Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length (mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Obstruction (by diameter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Obstruction by Area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eObservational Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDawes Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.38\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRayleigh Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.46\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Mag.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering (compared to next size down)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGeneral Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" Crayford\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Length (Retract\/Ext.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36\"\/55\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Outer Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Weight (with accessories)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDob Base Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38.3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDob Base Measurements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29\"x25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZenith Eyepiece Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplied Accessories: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelescoping no-tool assembly truss tube design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRolled aluminum\/die-cast secondary mirror cage and primary mirror tub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavigation knob\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaminated altazimuth mount with Teflon bearing surfaces and altitude tension control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-vane spring steel diagonal mirror support with adjustable mirror holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable primary mirror flotation system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiffraction-limited Grade A optical glass 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Its unique collapsible (telescoping) design makes set-up and take-down fast and easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis 8\" Sky-Watcher 8\" go-to collapsible truss-tube Dobsonian has:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8\" (203 mm) Dobsonian-style Newtonian optics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebuilt-in WiFi telescope control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1200 mm focal length (f\/5.9)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" single-speed Crayford-style focuser with 1.25\" adaptor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25mm and 10mm 1.25\" 4-element Plössl eyepieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8x50 RA erect-image finderscope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynScan hand controller with 42,000 object database\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGo-to Dobsonian base with DC servo motors and dual encoders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian SynScan is a precision engineered go-to telescope that lets you easily find and enjoy viewing over 42,000 deep sky treasures - the Moon, planets, nebulas, star clusters, multiple star systems, galaxies, and more. With its patented collapsible tube design, this compact 8\" Dobsonian sets up in minutes in your back yard as well as fit into any car for transporting to a dark sky observing site. It is truly the ultimate in portability and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collapsible truss tube design combines ease of use, extreme portability, and consistent performance in an affordable package. Unlike other truss tube designs, the 8\" Sky-Watcher collapsible Dobsonian does not need to be completely disassembled when not in use. The secondary mirror cage and trusses slide down onto the mirror box, allowing all the optics to be lifted out of the scope base as a single unit with the trusses attached. The two compact assemblies (optics and base) can then be transported separately and reassembled and ready to use in just minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher Dob is easy to collimate once set up, and it holds its collimation throughout the evening! Its patented tension control handle allows you to add or reduce tension in altitude when changing eyepieces, to compensate for the added weight of today's massive wide field eyepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher SynScan™ AZ hand control allows you point your telescope at a specific object, or even tour the best objects visible in the night sky, at the touch of a button. The user-friendly menu system allows automatic slewing to over 42,900+ objects. Even if you have never used a telescope before, you can master its variety of features in only a few observing sessions. The patented dual encoder design allows the telescope to be moved manually whenever the user wishes - but with no need to re-align on the sky after you have moved the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian SynScan combines the convenience and affordability of the traditional Dobsonian with the convenience of a computerized go-to telescope that takes the work out of finding your way around the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSynScan™ AZ hand control Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 to 15 V DC 1 Amp, 2.1mm plug (center positive)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor type:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC servo motors,\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Motor encoder: 1,620,000 counts per revolution, Main axis encoder: 11,748 counts per revolution\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlew speeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0X, 2.0X, 8X, 16X, 32X, 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Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e1200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/5.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGalaxy and Nebula Observation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eVery Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e39 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e300x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLunar Observation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eGreat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e69 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlanetary Observation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eVery Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e0.57 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eReflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e8 x 50mm RA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVisual Limiting Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS11700\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e050234117005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewtonian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror Coatings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ)™ coatings with 94% reflectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBorosilicate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Aperture (mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e203\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF\/Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length (mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Obstruction (by diameter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Obstruction by Area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eObservational Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDawes Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.57\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRayleigh Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.69\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Mag.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering (compared to next size down)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e78%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGeneral Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" Crayford\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Length (Retract\/Ext.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33\"\/44\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Outer Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.375\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Weight (with accessories)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDob Base Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDob Base Measurements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29.5\"x20\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZenith Eyepiece Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAccessories\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Finder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8x50 RACI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Eyepieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\/10 Plossl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification w\/ Included Eyepieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48x\/120x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Case\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorrector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Sky-Watcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481978089545,"sku":"S11800","price":1399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/files\/01_Flextube200SynScan_Main_1800x1800_14a608c6-e499-4782-a63e-81ca7391c7e5.webp?v=1723064713"},{"product_id":"sky-watcher-6-f-8-classic-150p-dobsonian-telescope-s11600","title":"Sky-Watcher 6\" f\/8 Classic 150P Dobsonian Telescope S11600","description":"\u003cp\u003eGet back to basics with the \"Everyman's\" telescope, a classic 6\" Dobsonian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis 6\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian reflector has:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6\" aperture 1200mm focal length f\/8 Newtonian optics\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esingle-speed 2\" Crayford focuser with 1.25\" adapter \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6x30mm finderscope \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25\" 10mm and 25mm Plössl eyepieces \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeflon altitude and azimuth bearings\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ealtitude tension clutch\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eeyepiece tray \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Dobsonian reflectors, this 6\" Sky-Watcher Classic Dob gives you more light-gathering for your visual observing dollar than any other telescope type. It is a \"light bucket\" that can show you faint deep space objects that are simply invisible in smaller scopes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts visual limiting magnitude makes this 6\" Sky-Watcher a natural for observing faint nebulas, galaxies, and star clusters, particularly from a dark sky site. It's long focal length also makes it a fantastic planetary and lunar telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith parabolic mirror Newtonian optics and very thin (only 0.5mm) secondary mirror spider vanes to reduce diffraction, the Moon and planets are sharp and well-defined . . . and very bright. You might need a neutral density filter to cut down the image brightness, particularly when lunar observing. The Moon and planets show high contrast and none of the violet halo of spurious color you find in similarly-priced smaller aperture achromatic refractors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 6\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian is easy to get to your favorite observing site, too, whether that be your own back yard or a dark sky site miles out of town. The Sky-Watcher breaks down into two components - a 48\" long 15 pound optical tube and a 25 pound wooden rocker box altazimuth base. It weighs only 40 pounds fully assembled. And assembling the 6\" Sky-Watcher Dob takes just a moment, with no tools needed. Simply lift the optical tube, rest its circular altitude bearings in the semi-circular cutouts in the sides of the rocker box, put in an eyepiece, and you're ready to observe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optical tube rides on Teflon altitude and azimuth bearings. It moves smoothly in altitude and azimuth to manually find and track objects at the touch of a finger. The 6\" Sky-Watcher Dob is equipped with an altitude tension control handle. This lets you adjust the tension in altitude with a simple twist of the wrist to let you compensate for differing eyepiece weights to keep the optical tube from sinking when changing from a lighter to a heavier eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther features include an eyepiece tray, two 1.25\" Plössl eyepieces (48x and 120x), a 6 x 30mm straight-through finderscope, and a 2\" Crayford focuser with a 1.25\" eyepiece adapter. Your 6\" Sky-Watcher Dob comes with everything you need to start observing immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply made, but with precision optics, this Sky-Watcher 6\" Classic Dobsonian reflector \"light bucket\" will reward you with bright deep space and solar system views and years of trouble-free observing enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\" class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e6\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e1200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e25 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eTube: 15 lbs Base: 25 lbs Assembled: 40 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlanetary Observation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied Eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e25mm and 10mm Plossl Eyepieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eReflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e6x30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003csection data-product-wrapper=\"\" class=\"product--container layout--three-col\"\u003e\n\u003csection data-product-tabs=\"\" class=\"product-section-tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-pdp-tab-content=\"specs\" class=\"pdp-content-specs rte active\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS11600\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e050234116008\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewtonian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror Coatings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ)™ coatings with 94% reflectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBorosilicate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Aperture (mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e152\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF\/Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length (mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Obstruction (by diameter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Obstruction by Area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eObservational Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDawes Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.77\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRayleigh Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.93\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Mag.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e295\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering (compared to next size down)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGeneral Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" R\u0026amp;P\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Length (Retract\/Ext.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Outer Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.125\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Weight (with accessories)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDob Base Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDob Base Measurements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29\"x20.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZenith Eyepiece Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAccessories\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Finder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6x30 Finder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Eyepieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\/10 Super (modified Kellner)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification w\/ Included Eyepieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48x\/120x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded 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Its patented tension control handle allows you to add or reduce tension in altitude when changing eyepieces, to compensate for the added weight of today's massive wide field eyepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher SynScan™ AZ hand control allows you point your telescope at a specific object, or even tour the best objects visible in the night sky, at the touch of a button. The user-friendly menu system allows automatic slewing to over 42,900+ objects. Even if you have never used a telescope before, you can master its variety of features in only a few observing sessions. The patented dual encoder design allows the telescope to be moved manually whenever the user wishes - but with no need to re-align on the sky after you have moved the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 10\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian SynScan combines the convenience and affordability of the traditional Dobsonian with the convenience of a computerized go-to telescope that takes the work out of finding your way around the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSynScan™ AZ hand control Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 to 15 V DC 1 Amp, 2.1mm plug (center positive)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor type:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC servo motors,\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Motor encoder: 1,620,000 counts per revolution, Main axis encoder: 11,748 counts per revolution\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlew speeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0X, 2.0X, 8X, 16X, 32X, 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Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.38\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRayleigh Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.46\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Mag.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering (compared to next size down)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGeneral Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" 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Despite its size, its patented collapsible tube design lets you set up this big 14\" Dobsonian in minutes in your back yard as well as fit into virtually any car for transporting to a dark sky observing site. It is truly the ultimate in portability and performance in a scope of such substantial aperture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collapsible truss tube design combines ease of use, extreme portability, and consistent big-scope performance in an affordable package. Unlike other truss tube designs, the 14\" Sky-Watcher collapsible Dobsonian does not need to be completely disassembled into multiple components when not in use. There is no need to struggle with a collection of truss tubes that have to be packed and reassembled separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe secondary mirror cage with its attached trusses slides down onto the mirror box, allowing all the optics to be lifted out of the scope base as a single unit with the trusses attached. The two assemblies (optics and base) can then be transported separately and reassembled and ready to use in just minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 14\" Sky-Watcher Dob is easy to collimate once set up, and it holds its collimation throughout the evening! Its patented tension control handle allows you to add or reduce tension in altitude when changing eyepieces, to compensate for the added weight of today's massive wide field eyepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher SynScan™ AZ hand control allows you point your telescope at a specific object, or even tour the best objects visible in the night sky, at the touch of a button. The user-friendly menu system allows automatic slewing to over 42,900+ objects. Even if you have never used a telescope before, you can master its variety of features in only a few observing sessions. The patented dual encoder design allows the telescope to be moved manually whenever the user wishes - but with no need to re-align on the sky after you have moved the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 14\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian SynScan combines the convenience and affordability of the traditional Dobsonian with the convenience of a computerized go-to telescope that takes the work out of finding your way around the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSynScan™ AZ hand control Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 to 15 V DC 1 Amp, 2.1mm plug (center positive)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor type:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC servo motors,\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Motor encoder: 1,620,000 counts per revolution, Main axis encoder: 11,748 counts per revolution\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlew speeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0X, 2.0X, 8X, 16X, 32X, 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Even better, it will find and track over 42,000 celestial objects for you at the touch of a button or two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThis 16\" Sky-Watcher go-to collapsible truss-tube Dobsonian has:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16\" (406 mm) Dobsonian-style Newtonian optics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebuilt-in WiFi telescope control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003econical primary mirror for faster cool-down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1800 mm focal length (f\/4.4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" dual-speed Crayford-style focuser with 1.25\" adaptor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25mm and 10mm 1.25\" 4-element Plössl eyepieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8x50 RA erect-image finderscope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynScan hand controller with 42,000 object database\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGo-to Dobsonian base with DC servo motors and dual encoders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 16\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian SynScan is a precision engineered large aperture go-to \"light bucket\" telescope that lets you easily find and enjoy viewing over 42,000 deep sky treasures - the Moon, planets, nebulas, star clusters, multiple star systems, galaxies, and more. Despite its very large aperture, its patented collapsible tube design lets you set up this big 16\" Dobsonian in minutes in your back yard as well as fit into virtually any car for transporting to a dark sky observing site. It is truly the ultimate in portability and performance in a scope of such substantial aperture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collapsible truss tube design combines ease of use, extreme portability, and consistent big-scope performance in an affordable package. Unlike other truss tube designs, the 16\" Sky-Watcher collapsible Dobsonian does not need to be completely disassembled into multiple components when not in use. There is no need to struggle with a collection of truss tubes that have to be packed and reassembled separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe secondary mirror cage with its attached trusses slides down onto the mirror box, allowing all the optics to be lifted out of the scope base as a single unit with the trusses attached. The two assemblies (optics and base) can then be transported separately and reassembled and ready to use in just minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 16\" Sky-Watcher Dob is easy to collimate once set up, and it holds its collimation throughout the evening! Its patented tension control handle allows you to add or reduce tension in altitude when changing eyepieces, to compensate for the added weight of today's massive wide field eyepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher SynScan™ AZ hand control allows you point your telescope at a specific object, or even tour the best objects visible in the night sky, at the touch of a button. The user-friendly menu system allows automatic slewing to over 42,900+ objects. Even if you have never used a telescope before, you can master its variety of features in only a few observing sessions. The patented dual encoder design allows the telescope to be moved manually whenever the user wishes - but with no need to re-align on the sky after you have moved the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 16\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian SynScan combines the convenience and affordability of the traditional Dobsonian with the convenience of a computerized go-to telescope that takes the work out of finding your way around the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSynScan™ AZ Hand Control Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 to 15 V DC 1 Amp, 2.1mm plug (center positive)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor type:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC servo motors,\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Motor encoder: 1,620,000 counts per revolution, Main axis encoder: 11,748 counts per revolution\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlew speeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0X, 2.0X, 8X, 16X, 32X, 200X, 400X, 600X, 800X, 1000X sidereal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracking Rates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sidereal, Lunar, Solar\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracking Mode:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual-axis tracking\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlignment Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brightest-Star Alignment, Two-Star Alignment\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDatabase:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 user defined objects; the complete Messier, NGC, and IC catalogs; plus a partial SAO catalog, for a total of 42,900 objects\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGo-To Pointing Accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 5 arc min\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product--container layout--three-col\" data-product-wrapper=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section-tabs\" data-product-tabs=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdp-content-specs rte active\" data-pdp-tab-content=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctable 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It's easy to transport, easy to assemble, easy to own, and easy to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis 8\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian reflector has:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8\" aperture 1200mm focal length f\/5.9 Newtonian optics\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esingle-speed 2\" Crayford focuser with 1.25\" adapter \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9 x 50mm finderscope \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25\" 10mm and 25mm Plössl eyepieces \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeflon altitude and azimuth bearings\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ealtitude tension clutch\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eeyepiece tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Dobsonian reflectors, this 8\" Sky-Watcher traditional solid tube Dob gives you more light-gathering for your visual observing dollar than any other telescope type. It shows you faint deep space objects that are simply invisible in smaller scopes. Its visual limiting magnitude of 14 makes this 8\" Sky-Watcher a natural for observing faint nebulas, galaxies, and star clusters, particularly from a dark sky site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith parabolic mirror Newtonian optics and very thin (only 0.5mm) secondary mirror spider vanes to reduce diffraction, the Moon and planets are sharp and well-defined. They show high contrast and none of the violet halo of spurious color you find in similarly-priced smaller aperture achromatic refractors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou get the best of both observing worlds with this 8\" Sky-Watcher Dob: great light gathering for picking out the faint fuzzies outside our solar system, and great resolution for seeing all the detail on the Moon, planets, and comets inside the solar neighborhood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian is easy to get to your favorite observing site, too, whether that be your own back yard or a dark sky site miles out of town. The Sky-Watcher breaks down into two components - a 48\" long 24 pound optical tube and a 25 pound wooden rocker box altazimuth base. It weighs only 49 pounds fully assembled. And assembling the 8\" Sky-Watcher Dob takes just a moment, with no tools needed. Simply lift the optical tube, rest its circular altitude bearings in the semi-circular cutouts in the sides of the rocker box, put in an eyepiece, and you're ready to observe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optical tube rides on Teflon altitude and azimuth bearings. It moves smoothly in altitude and azimuth to manually find and track objects at the touch of a finger. The 8\" Sky-Watcher Dob is equipped with an altitude tension control handle. This lets you adjust the tension in altitude with a simple twist of the wrist to let you compensate for differing eyepiece weights to keep the optical tube from sinking when changing from a lighter to a heavier eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther features include an eyepiece tray, two 1.25\" Plössl eyepieces (48x and 120x), a 9 x 50mm straight-through finderscope, and a 2\" Crayford focuser with a 1.25\" eyepiece adapter. Your 8\" Sky-Watcher Dob comes with everything you need to start observing immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply made, but with precision optics, this Sky-Watcher 8\" traditional solid tube Dobsonian reflector \"light bucket\" will reward you with bright and sharp deep space and solar system views and years of trouble-free observing enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\" class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e1200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/5.1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e25 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class=\"data\"\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS11610\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e050234116107\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewtonian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror Coatings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ)™ coatings with 94% reflectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBorosilicate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrue Aperture (mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e257\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Aperture (mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e203\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF\/Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length (mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Obstruction (by diameter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Obstruction by Area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eObservational Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDawes Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.57\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRayleigh Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.69\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Mag.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering (compared to next size down)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e78%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGeneral Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" Crayford\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Length (Retract\/Ext.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Outer Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.375\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Weight (with accessories)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDob Base Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDob Base Measurements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29\"x20.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZenith Eyepiece Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAccessories\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Finder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9x50 Finder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Eyepieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\/10 Super (modified Kellner)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification w\/ Included 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It's easy to transport, easy to assemble, easy to own, and easy to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis 10\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian reflector has: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10\" aperture 1200mm focal length f\/4.7 Newtonian optics\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esingle-speed 2\" Crayford focuser with 1.25\" adapter \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9 x 50mm finderscope \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25\" 10mm and 25mm Plössl eyepieces \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeflon altitude and azimuth bearings\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ealtitude tension clutch\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eeyepiece tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003eLike all Dobsonian reflectors, this big 10\" Sky-Watcher traditional Dob gives you more light-gathering for your visual observing dollar than any other telescope type. It is a \"light bucket\" that can show you faint deep space objects that are simply invisible in smaller scopes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"heading\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts visual limiting magnitude of 14.5 makes this 10\" Sky-Watcher a natural for observing faint nebulas, galaxies, and star clusters, particularly from a dark sky site. Light-polluted city or suburban sites may require adding a light pollution filter to get the most from this scope's superb deep space capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith parabolic mirror Newtonian optics and very thin (only 0.5mm) secondary mirror spider vanes to reduce diffraction, the Moon and planets are sharp and well-defined . . . and very bright. You might need a neutral density filter to cut down the image brightness, particularly when lunar observing. The Moon and planets show high contrast and none of the violet halo of spurious color you find in similarly-priced smaller aperture achromatic refractors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 10\" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian is easy to get to your favorite observing site, too, whether that be your own back yard or a dark sky site miles out of town. The Sky-Watcher breaks down into two components - a 48\" long 30 pound optical tube and a 26 pound wooden rocker box altazimuth base. It weighs only 56 pounds fully assembled. And assembling the 10\" Sky-Watcher Dob takes just a moment, with no tools needed. Simply lift the optical tube, rest its circular altitude bearings in the semi-circular cutouts in the sides of the rocker box, put in an eyepiece, and you're ready to observe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optical tube rides on Teflon altitude and azimuth bearings. It moves smoothly in altitude and azimuth to manually find and track objects at the touch of a finger. The 10\" Sky-Watcher Dob is equipped with an altitude tension control handle. This lets you adjust the tension in altitude with a simple twist of the wrist to let you compensate for differing eyepiece weights to keep the optical tube from sinking when changing from a lighter to a heavier eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther features include an eyepiece tray, two 1.25\" Plössl eyepieces (48x and 120x), a 9 x 50mm straight-through finderscope, and a 2\" Crayford focuser with a 1.25\" eyepiece adapter. Your 10\" Sky-Watcher Dob comes with everything you need to start observing immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply made, but with precision optics, this Sky-Watcher 10\" traditional Dobsonian reflector \"light bucket\" will reward you with bright deep space and solar system views and years of trouble-free observing enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e10\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e1200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/4.7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e30 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e300x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eTube: 28 lbs Base: 25 lbs Assembled: 53 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e0.46 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied Eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e25mm and 10mm Plossl Eyepieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eReflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e9 x 50mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVisual Limiting Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e14.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Sky-Watcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481978843209,"sku":"S11620","price":869.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/files\/RS1756_S11620_Classic250_LeftProfile-scr_1800x1800_9eb68249-d100-4ac6-ac5e-7ecfca8b0bd8.webp?v=1723057523"},{"product_id":"explore-scientific-10-truss-tube-dobsonian-telescope-generation-ii","title":"Explore Scientific 10\" Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope Generation II","description":"Enjoy the heavens with this large, yet portable, Explore Scientific 10\" Truss Dobsonian.\n\u003cp\u003eNo telescope type has changed the hobby quite as much as the Dobsonian Telescope. Before the popularization of John Dobson's altazimuth mount design with low center of gravity combined with a Newtonian optical assembly, the vast majority of amateur telescopes consisted of small telescopes with small mounts - which made them difficult to use for serious deep sky observations by beginners. Large commercial telescopes could certainly do the job but were relatively expensive. The ingenious combination of simple yet effective mechanisms with big-aperture Newtonian optics gives the Dobsonian Telescope worldwide popularity, and this telescope design typically offers the largest aperture per dollar of any telescope type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisassembly of the scope without tools ensures a trouble-free transport of this great scope even in very small cars. The entire structure has been optimized for maximum stiffness with minimal weight. The combination of large altitude bearings with optimized metal structural design allows fine and smooth adjustment, even at higher magnifications.The ideal workhorse for the deep sky observers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 254mm aperture mirror collects more than 1,500 times as much light as the naked eye. Details on planets and deep sky objects will be visible even for inexperienced observers. Many star clusters are resolved to the core, spiral structure in distant galaxies is visible, and the complex matrix of bright and dark nebulae are an unforgettable experience. Oversize altitude (16.5-inch with adjustable clutch) and azimuth (13-inch) bearings allow for smooth operation. Easy-to-adjust collimation mechanisms for primary and secondary mirrors require no additional tools and only one person is a unique feature of this design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e10\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e1270mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e44.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e59.3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eAluminum with Quartz Overcoat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eReflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eIluminated Red Dot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVisual Limiting Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e14.7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e1 year, extendable to lifetime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplied Accessories: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo-Speed 2-inch Rack \u0026amp; Pinion Focuser with 1.25-inch Adapter; LED Red Dot Finder, Collimation Assist Tool; Flexible Light Weight Light Baffle; Two Primary Mirror Fans with Battery Pack; Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Explore Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481980481609,"sku":"ES10D","price":1089.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/dob1045-00_full_hot_product_2016_1493x_1e3b6338-ae68-4157-b219-585c7d7cce2c.jpg?v=1722008170"},{"product_id":"explore-scientific-12-truss-tube-dobsonian-telescope-generation-ii","title":"Explore Scientific 12\" Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope Generation II","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"402\" data-start=\"327\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"402\" data-start=\"327\"\u003eExplore Scientific Generation II 12-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"795\" data-start=\"404\"\u003eThe Explore Scientific Generation II 12-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian is designed for serious visual observers who want big-aperture performance in a portable, easy-to-use package. With a large parabolic primary mirror, improved mechanical features, and a collapsible truss tube design, this telescope delivers deep-sky capability without the bulk and storage demands of a solid-tube instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"972\" data-start=\"797\"\u003eWhether you're navigating the star clouds of the Milky Way or chasing distant galaxies, this scope offers the optical punch and flexibility that experienced stargazers demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1005\" data-start=\"974\"\u003e12 Inches of Deep-Sky Power\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1432\" data-start=\"1007\"\u003eThe 305mm (12\") primary mirror is precisely figured and polished from low-expansion optical glass, delivering high-contrast, sharp views of faint and extended deep-sky objects. At f\/5 (1525mm focal length), this telescope provides a generous field of view—perfect for sweeping nebulae or resolving globular clusters—while also retaining enough focal length for detailed planetary and lunar observing with the right eyepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1643\" data-start=\"1434\"\u003eThe light-gathering power of this scope is substantial. Compared to an 8\" reflector, it collects over 2.25x the light, giving fainter targets greater visibility and making brighter objects explode with detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1695\" data-start=\"1645\"\u003eTruss Tube Portability Meets Solid Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2044\" data-start=\"1697\"\u003eA key strength of the Generation II design is its collapsible truss tube system. This structure reduces the size of the telescope for transport and storage while maintaining optical alignment and rigidity during use. The truss poles are solid, lightweight, and connect with minimal tools, making setup at a dark sky site quick and straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2265\" data-start=\"2046\"\u003eThe open-frame design also promotes faster cooling of the primary mirror, which helps reduce thermal distortion and gets you to sharp images faster—an especially welcome benefit on nights when observing time is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2305\" data-start=\"2267\"\u003eSmooth Tracking and Stable Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2648\" data-start=\"2307\"\u003eThe base features oversized altitude bearings with adjustable friction, allowing precise control of up-and-down motion whether you're using lightweight Plössls or heavy wide-angle eyepieces. The azimuth axis glides smoothly on a Teflon-on-laminate bearing system, making the telescope easy to push and nudge when star-hopping across the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2887\" data-start=\"2650\"\u003eThe entire rocker box is built from moisture-resistant laminated wood panels, designed to withstand regular use in the field. A built-in handle aids in transport, and the base can be disassembled for storage or vehicle loading if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2939\" data-start=\"2889\"\u003eDual-Speed Focuser and Red Dot Finder Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3230\" data-start=\"2941\"\u003eA 2\" Crayford-style focuser with dual-speed control comes standard. The fine-focus knob gives you precise adjustment—particularly useful when observing fine planetary details or splitting close double stars. A 1.25\" adapter is included for full compatibility with your eyepiece collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3474\" data-start=\"3232\"\u003eInstead of a traditional optical finder, the telescope includes a zero-magnification red dot finder, ideal for quick aiming and alignment. The red dot makes it easy to locate bright stars or celestial landmarks when navigating to your target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4094\" data-start=\"4030\"\u003eDesigned for Observers Who Travel Light—but Want to See Deep\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4474\" data-start=\"4096\"\u003eThe Explore Scientific Generation II 12\" Truss Tube Dobsonian is a well-balanced telescope for amateur astronomers who want serious optical performance in a design that doesn't require a permanent observatory or a second pair of hands to move. It’s equally at home in the backyard or under pristine dark skies, and it’s ready to grow with you as your observing interests expand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4755\" data-start=\"4476\"\u003eFrom the sweeping arms of M101 to the delicate tendrils of the Veil Nebula, this telescope opens up the deep sky with clarity, contrast, and immersive views. If you’re ready to take the next big step in aperture—without taking over your garage—this is the scope to get you there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e12\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e1525mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e50.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e66.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e1 year, extendable to lifetime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Explore Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481980514377,"sku":"ES12D","price":1999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/dob1245-00_full_hot_product_2016_1493x_6c499ca1-54a9-491f-88ad-5d86736778bd.jpg?v=1675379342"},{"product_id":"explore-scientific-16-truss-tube-dobsonian-telescope","title":"Explore Scientific 16\" Generation II Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"516\" data-start=\"429\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"516\" data-start=\"429\"\u003eExplore Scientific Generation II 16\" Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - ES-DOB1645-01\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1035\" data-start=\"518\"\u003eIf you’re searching for a serious deep-sky telescope that delivers breathtaking views and true portability for a scope of this size, the Explore Scientific Generation II 16\" Truss Tube Dobsonian is a powerhouse worth considering. With its massive 406mm aperture, stable and smooth motion, and practical breakdown design, this scope is made for the dedicated visual observer ready to uncover structure in galaxies, trace filamentary detail in nebulae, and resolve distant globular clusters into star-sprinkled spheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1081\" data-start=\"1037\"\u003eA 16\" Mirror That Brings the Sky to Life\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1416\" data-start=\"1083\"\u003eAt the core of the ES-DOB1645-01 is a precision 406mm (16\") parabolic primary mirror, optimized for deep-sky performance. The fast f\/4.5 focal ratio (1829mm focal length) makes it easy to achieve wide-field views while still delivering enough focal length for high-magnification planetary and lunar observing with the right eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1728\" data-start=\"1418\"\u003eThe mirror is coated with standard aluminum and a protective overcoat, providing bright, high-contrast images across the visual spectrum. Whether you’re sweeping through the Virgo Cluster or studying the Veil Nebula under dark skies, this scope gathers enough light to make faint targets leap out with clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1772\" data-start=\"1730\"\u003eTruss Tube Portability Meets Stability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2123\" data-start=\"1774\"\u003eDespite its large aperture, this telescope is surprisingly transportable. The open truss design breaks the optical tube down into compact sections, with numbered truss poles and tool-free connectors for fast and secure assembly. Once fully set up, the structure is sturdy and well-aligned, holding collimation throughout extended observing sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2446\" data-start=\"2125\"\u003eA rear-mounted cooling fan comes standard and helps bring the large primary mirror to ambient temperature faster—an important feature for maintaining sharp, steady views as night falls. The open design of the truss structure promotes airflow and minimizes tube currents, which can soften images in enclosed optical tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2475\" data-start=\"2448\"\u003eSmooth Manual Operation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2813\" data-start=\"2477\"\u003eThe Generation II Dobsonian mount provides a stable, low-profile platform with smooth movement on both axes. The altitude bearings are generously sized, delivering fluid motion with reliable balance even when using heavier eyepieces or accessories. Adjustable tension knobs allow you to fine-tune altitude resistance to your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3123\" data-start=\"2815\"\u003eThe azimuth axis glides on Teflon pads over a durable laminate base, offering consistent resistance without sticking or backlash. The result is a mount that’s well-suited for manual tracking and star-hopping—precise enough to nudge at high magnification and forgiving enough for casual sweeping at low power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3474\" data-start=\"3125\"\u003eThe rocker box is made from reinforced laminated wood, designed to hold up to repeated setup and takedown in field conditions. Carry handles are built into the panels for easier transport and positioning. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3504\" data-start=\"3476\"\u003eObserver-Friendly Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3839\" data-start=\"3506\"\u003eExplore Scientific has outfitted this scope with a simple red dot reflex finder, ideal for initial alignment and coarse targeting of bright stars or deep-sky objects. While not as precise as an optical finder, the red dot unit is lightweight, quick to align, and well-suited to users who prefer to star-hop with wide-field eyepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4108\" data-start=\"3841\"\u003eThe 2\" dual-speed Crayford focuser delivers smooth, precise focusing with zero image shift. A 1.25\" adapter is included, letting you use either size eyepiece seamlessly. Focus adjustments are easy, even at high magnifications or when using heavy eyepieces or filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4285\" data-start=\"4110\"\u003eThe open truss layout also makes collimation more accessible, with a rear-access primary mirror cell that features tool-free adjustment knobs for quick alignment in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4324\" data-start=\"4287\"\u003eVisual Astronomy on a Grand Scale\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4798\" data-start=\"4326\"\u003eA telescope in this class opens up a staggering amount of the night sky. Thousands of objects show detail that’s beyond the reach of smaller scopes. Under dark skies, you’ll see spiral arms in galaxies like M51 and NGC 7331, resolve the dense cores of globulars such as M13 and M15, and tease out subtle variations in planetary nebulae and supernova remnants. 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Between complex mounts, confusing specs, and all those technical terms, it’s easy to wonder where to begin. That’s exactly why telescopes like the Explore Scientific FirstLight 8\" f\/6 Dobsonian exist. It takes the guesswork out of getting serious about the night sky—offering everything you need to start observing right away, with room to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003eThis isn’t just another beginner telescope. The 8-inch FirstLight Dobsonian gives you real power to see galaxies, nebulae, planets, and more—without the steep learning curve or sticker shock of more advanced gear. 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With good seeing, you’ll also catch the famous Great Red Spot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2506\" data-end=\"2594\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2508\" data-end=\"2518\"\u003eSaturn\u003c\/strong\u003e reveals its stunning ring system, and you may spot its largest moon, Titan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2595\" data-end=\"2669\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2597\" data-end=\"2605\"\u003eMars\u003c\/strong\u003e, when close to Earth, shows polar ice caps and surface shading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2670\" data-end=\"2727\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2672\" data-end=\"2681\"\u003eVenus\u003c\/strong\u003e displays crescent phases, much like the Moon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2728\" data-end=\"2810\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2730\" data-end=\"2741\"\u003eNebulae\u003c\/strong\u003e like Orion (M42) glow with structure, especially under darker skies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2811\" data-end=\"2932\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2813\" data-end=\"2843\"\u003eGalaxies and star clusters\u003c\/strong\u003e, from the bright Andromeda Galaxy (M31) to distant smudges millions of light-years away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2934\" data-end=\"3225\"\u003eWith 203mm of aperture and a versatile \u003cstrong data-start=\"2973\" data-end=\"2992\"\u003ef\/6 focal ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e, this scope is also well-balanced: wide enough for sweeping star fields, but long enough to give crisp, magnified views of planets and the Moon. That makes it an excellent “do-it-all” scope—especially if you’re just getting started.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3227\" data-end=\"3230\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3232\" data-end=\"3293\"\u003eSmooth Manual Movement – No Electronics, No Frustration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3294\" data-end=\"3572\"\u003eOne of the best things about this telescope is how easy it is to use. The Dobsonian mount is a simple box-like base that supports the optical tube and lets you move it up, down, left, and right. You just nudge it where you want to look—no software or alignment process required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3574\" data-end=\"3968\"\u003eExplore Scientific designed the base with \u003cstrong data-start=\"3616\" data-end=\"3644\"\u003eadjustable tension knobs\u003c\/strong\u003e, so you can customize how freely the scope moves. This helps you maintain smooth control even as you switch between heavier and lighter eyepieces. The bearings use tried-and-true materials (like Teflon pads) to keep movement fluid and stable, which is essential when you're trying to track objects at higher magnifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3970\" data-end=\"3973\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3975\" data-end=\"4010\"\u003eQuality Optics, Built to Last\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4011\" data-end=\"4403\"\u003eThis isn’t a toy store telescope. Explore Scientific built this scope for real observational performance, starting with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"4133\" data-end=\"4181\"\u003ehigh-quality 8-inch parabolic primary mirror\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unlike spherical mirrors found in cheap scopes, parabolic mirrors focus light more accurately, especially at faster focal ratios like f\/6. That means sharper images, better contrast, and more detail—right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4405\" data-end=\"4726\"\u003eThe optical coatings are fully multi-coated to maximize light transmission and reduce internal reflections, giving you bright, crisp views even of faint targets. And with the included collimation adjustments, you can keep the optics precisely aligned over time—a key part of getting the best performance from a reflector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5524\" data-end=\"5527\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5529\" data-end=\"5570\"\u003eEasy to Assemble, Easy to Transport\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5571\" data-end=\"5880\"\u003eWhile an 8\" Dobsonian is considered a full-sized telescope, Explore Scientific designed this one to be manageable. The scope arrives in two main parts: the optical tube and the base. Each piece is light enough for most adults or teens to carry separately, and the base is easy to assemble with included tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5882\" data-end=\"6076\"\u003eIt’s great for backyards, driveways, or loading into the car for trips to a dark sky site. Setup is fast and intuitive—within minutes, you'll be pointed at the Moon or a favorite Messier object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6078\" data-end=\"6081\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"6083\" data-end=\"6117\"\u003eRoom to Grow With Your Hobby\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6118\" data-end=\"6393\"\u003eAs your skills improve, this scope grows with you. The 2\" focuser opens the door to wide-field eyepieces and deep-sky views. You can add filters for planetary contrast or nebula enhancement. You can upgrade the finder, add a smartphone adapter, or even mount a laser pointer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6395\" data-end=\"6549\"\u003eWhile the FirstLight Dob is designed for visual use, some users even dabble in lunar or planetary imaging with the right smartphone or webcam accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6551\" data-end=\"6554\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"6556\" data-end=\"6608\"\u003eThe Bottom Line: A Telescope You Won’t Outgrow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6609\" data-end=\"6840\"\u003eThe Explore Scientific 8\" f\/6 FirstLight Dobsonian is a telescope that beginners can trust and experienced observers will still enjoy. It gives you everything you need to \u003cstrong data-start=\"6780\" data-end=\"6840\"\u003eexplore the night sky with clarity, confidence, and joy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6842\" data-end=\"6903\"\u003eIt’s simple. It’s powerful. And it’s built for the long haul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6905\" data-end=\"7152\"\u003eWhether you’re just getting curious about astronomy, buying a gift for someone’s first scope, or looking to upgrade from a smaller starter model, this 8\" Dob delivers on all fronts—optical quality, user experience, and sheer night-sky performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"7154\" data-end=\"7157\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"7159\" data-end=\"7179\"\u003eWhat’s Included:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"7181\" data-end=\"7448\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"7181\" data-end=\"7230\"\u003e8\" (203mm) f\/6 Newtonian Reflector Optical Tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"7231\" data-end=\"7285\"\u003eSolid Dobsonian Mount with Altitude Tension Controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"7286\" data-end=\"7323\"\u003e2\" Crayford Focuser + 1.25\" Adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"7324\" data-end=\"7352\"\u003e25mm 1.25\" Plössl Eyepiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"7353\" data-end=\"7375\"\u003eRed Dot Finder Scope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"7376\" data-end=\"7409\"\u003eEyepiece Tray \/ Accessory Shelf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"7410\" data-end=\"7448\"\u003eAll Assembly Hardware \u0026amp; Instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"7450\" data-end=\"7453\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7455\" data-end=\"7682\"\u003eHave questions? Want to know if this is the right scope for your skies or experience level? \u003cstrong data-start=\"7547\" data-end=\"7581\"\u003eReach out—we’re happy to help.\u003c\/strong\u003e Our team uses these scopes ourselves and can guide you to the best choice for your needs and budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7684\" data-end=\"7774\"\u003eClear skies await. 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The four Galilean moons (Io, Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto) are easy to see, and their shadows can be observed transiting across Jupiter’s cloud tops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3538\" data-start=\"3287\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3538\" data-start=\"3289\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3299\" data-start=\"3289\"\u003eSaturn\u003c\/strong\u003e – The rings appear \u003cstrong data-end=\"3345\" data-start=\"3319\"\u003ecrisp and well-defined\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the Cassini Division clearly visible in good seeing conditions. You can also spot cloud bands on Saturn itself, and several of its moons, including Titan, Rhea, and Dione, are visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3780\" data-start=\"3540\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3780\" data-start=\"3542\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3550\" data-start=\"3542\"\u003eMars\u003c\/strong\u003e – Around opposition, Mars reveals surface features such as \u003cstrong data-end=\"3670\" data-start=\"3610\"\u003eSyrtis Major, polar ice caps, and occasional dust storms\u003c\/strong\u003e. This telescope has the resolution to show detail on the Martian surface when the planet is close to Earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4018\" data-start=\"3782\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4018\" data-start=\"3784\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3803\" data-start=\"3784\"\u003eVenus \u0026amp; Mercury\u003c\/strong\u003e – These planets exhibit their \u003cstrong data-end=\"3844\" data-start=\"3834\"\u003ephases\u003c\/strong\u003e much like the Moon. Venus is very bright and best observed when partially illuminated. Mercury is small and challenging but shows its crescent shape under good conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4322\" data-start=\"4020\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4322\" data-start=\"4022\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4042\" data-start=\"4022\"\u003eUranus \u0026amp; Neptune\u003c\/strong\u003e – These distant gas giants appear as \u003cstrong data-end=\"4104\" data-start=\"4080\"\u003etiny, distinct disks\u003c\/strong\u003e with subtle coloration. With careful observation, Uranus may show a pale greenish-blue hue, while Neptune appears deeper blue. \u003cstrong data-end=\"4266\" data-start=\"4232\"\u003eNeptune’s largest moon, Triton\u003c\/strong\u003e, is within reach of a 10-inch scope under dark skies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"4347\" data-start=\"4324\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4345\" data-start=\"4329\"\u003eDouble Stars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4454\" data-start=\"4349\"\u003eThis telescope excels at resolving double stars with its sharp optics. 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With a low-power, wide-field eyepiece (like a 30-35mm 2\" eyepiece), you can see over \u003cstrong data-end=\"5232\" data-start=\"5210\"\u003e1.5 degrees of sky\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning large objects like the Andromeda Galaxy and the Pleiades fit beautifully within the view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5727\" data-start=\"5335\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5727\" data-start=\"5337\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5369\" data-start=\"5337\"\u003eHigh-Magnification Potential\u003c\/strong\u003e – A 10-inch f\/5 telescope has a \u003cstrong data-end=\"5425\" data-start=\"5402\"\u003e1250mm focal length\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing for high magnifications when using shorter focal length eyepieces. With a \u003cstrong data-end=\"5526\" data-start=\"5510\"\u003e6mm eyepiece\u003c\/strong\u003e, you achieve over \u003cstrong data-end=\"5567\" data-start=\"5545\"\u003e200x magnification\u003c\/strong\u003e, enough for detailed planetary viewing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"6107\" data-start=\"5729\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6107\" data-start=\"5731\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5773\" data-start=\"5731\"\u003eBalance of Portability and Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Compared to slower telescopes (like f\/6 or f\/8 models), an f\/5 scope is \u003cstrong data-end=\"5876\" data-start=\"5848\"\u003eshorter and more compact\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it easier to transport and set up. However, it still provides excellent sharpness and contrast, especially when used with well-corrected eyepieces to handle edge distortions (such as coma correctors in wide-field views).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"6112\" data-start=\"6109\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"6138\" data-start=\"6114\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"6136\" data-start=\"6118\"\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6555\" data-start=\"6140\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-end=\"6167\" data-start=\"6142\"\u003e10-inch f\/5 Dobsonian\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most versatile and powerful telescopes for amateur astronomers. It provides deep-sky capabilities that smaller scopes struggle to match while still delivering high-contrast planetary and lunar views. 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But what sets the StarSense Explorer apart is Celestron’s patented sky-recognition technology, which transforms your smartphone into a plate-solving powerhouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1721\"\u003eUnlike traditional apps that rely on your phone’s gyroscope and compass—often leading to frustration and drift—StarSense uses a Lost-in-Space Algorithm (LISA), the same kind used by satellites to find their position in orbit. The app compares star patterns captured through your phone’s camera to a database of known celestial coordinates, precisely calculating where the telescope is pointed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003eThat means no need to polar align, no leveling, and no inputting date or time. 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The included 2” extension tube and 2\" to 1.25\" adapter allow you to use virtually any eyepiece in your collection, whether you're chasing wide fields or punching in tight on planets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4291\" data-end=\"4553\"\u003eA single 25mm eyepiece is included to get you started at a moderate 48x magnification, but the telescope is capable of much more. With additional eyepieces and filters, you’ll easily scale up to the telescope’s theoretical max of 480x under the right conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4555\" data-end=\"4558\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4560\" data-end=\"4606\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4564\" data-end=\"4606\"\u003eMade for the Backyard or the Backroads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4608\" data-end=\"4906\"\u003eAt just under 44 lbs fully assembled, this 8\" Dobsonian is easy to set up and transport. Ergonomic handles on the base and optical tube help you carry the scope in manageable pieces. Whether you’re setting up in the driveway or heading out to a darker rural site, you won’t dread the setup process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4908\" data-end=\"5023\"\u003eDust covers for both the front of the tube and the focuser are included to protect your optics in between sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5025\" data-end=\"5028\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5030\" data-end=\"5062\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5034\" data-end=\"5062\"\u003eSmartphone Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5064\" data-end=\"5331\"\u003eThe StarSense Explorer app supports most modern iOS and Android phones—including iPhone 6 and later, and Android devices running version 7.1.2 or newer (released since 2016). The dock is spring-loaded and designed to accommodate a wide range of phone sizes and cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5333\" data-end=\"5336\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5338\" data-end=\"5366\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5342\" data-end=\"5366\"\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"5368\" data-end=\"5781\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5368\" data-end=\"5427\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5370\" data-end=\"5427\"\u003e8\" Newtonian reflector OTA with StarBright XLT coatings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5428\" data-end=\"5489\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5430\" data-end=\"5489\"\u003eSturdy particle board Dobsonian base with Teflon bearings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5490\" data-end=\"5520\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5492\" data-end=\"5520\"\u003e25mm 1.25” Plössl eyepiece\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5521\" data-end=\"5576\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5523\" data-end=\"5576\"\u003e2\" Crayford focuser with adapter and extension tube\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5577\" data-end=\"5608\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5579\" data-end=\"5608\"\u003eStarPointer™ red dot finder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5609\" data-end=\"5654\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5611\" data-end=\"5654\"\u003eStarSense smartphone dock and unlock code\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5655\" data-end=\"5690\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5657\" data-end=\"5690\"\u003eCollimation cap and dust covers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5691\" data-end=\"5708\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5693\" data-end=\"5708\"\u003eEyepiece rack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5709\" data-end=\"5781\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5711\" data-end=\"5781\"\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition astronomy software (downloadable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5783\" data-end=\"5786\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5788\" data-end=\"5809\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5792\" data-end=\"5809\"\u003eObserving Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5811\" data-end=\"6119\"\u003eThis telescope is excellent out of the box, but collimation (mirror alignment) is key to getting the sharpest views. Luckily, the included collimation cap makes the process easy. Spend a few minutes before each session checking alignment and you’ll be rewarded with crisp, contrast-rich views all night long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6121\" data-end=\"6124\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"6126\" data-end=\"6148\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6130\" data-end=\"6148\"\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6150\" data-end=\"6627\"\u003eThe Celestron StarSense Explorer 8\" Dobsonian redefines what a beginner telescope can be. It delivers on aperture, optical quality, and mechanical smoothness, while offering an innovative tech experience that takes the frustration out of finding objects. This is a telescope that will grow with you—capable enough to keep you inspired for years, yet easy enough to enjoy on night one. Whether you're under city lights or rural stars, the sky is waiting—and this scope is ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table-open\" id=\"product-specs-list\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewtonian Reflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e203mm (8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1200mm (47.24\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/5.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25mm (0.98\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e480x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLowest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering Power:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e841x as compared to the human eye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Coatings:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXLT reflective coatings with silicon dioxide and tantalum pentoxide protective overcoatings for primary and secondary mirrors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror Material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePyrex equivalent for primary and secondary mirrors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Mirror Thickness:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25mm (0.98\") (approx. 1:8 thickness ratio)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Thickness:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5mm (0.33\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinor Axis of Secondary Mirror:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e47mm (1.85\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTube Material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" Crayford focuser, includes 2\" extension tube and 2\"-to-1.25\" adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarPointer™ red-dot finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution Rayleigh:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.68 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution Dawes:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.57 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Dimensions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1117.6mm x 241.3mm diameter (44\" x 9.5\" diameter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20.6 lbs (9.34 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMOUNT INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAltazimuth Dobsonian base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParticle board with melamine surfaces and edge trim, CARB compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Dimensions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e685.8mm x 482.6mm x 482.6mm (27\" x 19\" x 19\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.8 lbs (10.3 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlew Speeds:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software and StarSense Explorer App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Telescope Kit Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43.4 lbs (19.68 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Items:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical tube\u003cbr\u003eDobsonian Base\u003cbr\u003e25mm eyepiece\u003cbr\u003e2\" Crayford focuser\u003cbr\u003eStarPointer™ red-dot finderscope\u003cbr\u003eStarSense Explorer dock\u003cbr\u003eStarSense Explorer unlock code\u003cbr\u003eEyepiece rack\u003cbr\u003eCollimation cap\u003cbr\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolar Warning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"solar-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"solar-warning-text\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic (unless you have the proper solar filter). Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever leave your optic unsupervised. Make sure an adult who is familiar with the correct operating procedures is with your optic at all times, especially when children are present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalifornia Residents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cali-prop65-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"prop65-warning-content\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cali-warning\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/warning.png?10476927669983959391\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cali-warning-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCancer and Reproductive Harm -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481995259977,"sku":"22470","price":879.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/products\/22470_starsense_explorer_8in_dobsonian_01.jpg?v=1675380287"},{"product_id":"celestron-starsense-explorer-10-smartphone-app-enabled-dobsonian-telescope","title":"Celestron Starsense Explorer 10\" Smartphone App-Enabled Dobsonian Telescope  22471","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"285\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"285\"\u003eCelestron StarSense Explorer 10\" Smartphone App-Enabled Dobsonian Telescope (#22471)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"865\"\u003eThe StarSense Explorer 10” Dobsonian is Celestron’s most ambitious reinvention of the classic Dobsonian yet—marrying old-school aperture with cutting-edge app-based navigation. At its core, it’s everything amateur astronomers have always loved about Dobsonian telescopes: generous light-gathering power, rock-solid simplicity, and unbeatable value per inch. But now, it’s wrapped in the intuitive tech of the 21st century. With this telescope, your smartphone becomes a celestial co-pilot—helping you navigate the night sky like a seasoned observer on your very first night out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003eWhether you’re brand new to astronomy or returning after a long hiatus, the StarSense Explorer 10” Dobsonian offers a no-fuss, big-view observing experience that’s powerful, approachable, and endlessly rewarding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003eSmartphone Meets Telescope: A Seamless Partnership\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003eCelestron’s patented StarSense technology uses your smartphone—not gyroscopes or guesswork—to plate-solve your position in the sky in real time. This is the same algorithmic technology used by orbiting satellites, but now it's available in the palm of your hand. Simply dock your phone, launch the StarSense Explorer app, and follow the arrows on-screen to find the best objects visible from your location. When the bullseye turns green, you're perfectly centered—ready to view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003eUnlike traditional GoTo mounts, there are no motors, cords, or clutches to worry about. And unlike old-school star charts, there’s no learning curve. This telescope takes the mystery out of “what’s up” and replaces it with something better: awe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003eA Big, Bright 10\" Primary Mirror\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1920\" data-end=\"2348\"\u003eThe heart of the system is a generous 10\" (254mm) parabolic primary mirror with a 1200mm focal length, delivering stunning views at a fast f\/4.7 focal ratio. With over 1300x the light-gathering power of the human eye, you’ll easily observe the cloud bands and moons of Jupiter, Saturn’s rings, bright emission nebulae like M42, distant galaxies like M31, and more. Under dark skies, this telescope becomes a deep sky powerhouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2623\"\u003eAll optical surfaces are treated with Celestron’s StarBright XLT high-reflectivity coatings, which increase contrast and maximize light throughput. The mirrors are crafted from low-expansion optical glass for consistent performance even in varying environmental conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2628\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2630\" data-end=\"2670\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2670\"\u003eA Mount That’s Built Like a Rock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2672\" data-end=\"3168\"\u003eThe Dobsonian base is as solid as it gets—constructed from melamine-coated particle board with reinforcements not often found in this size class. Large altitude bearings provide buttery-smooth movement, and adjustable tension knobs let you fine-tune balance even as you switch between accessories. The Teflon azimuth bearings ensure that sweeping across the sky feels effortless, while the ergonomic front panning knob keeps your hands away from the optical tube (and any unwanted heat currents).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3173\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3175\" data-end=\"3214\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3179\" data-end=\"3214\"\u003ePrecision Focus and Versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3216\" data-end=\"3514\"\u003eCelestron includes a high-quality 2” Crayford-style focuser with this model. The Crayford design ensures precise, backlash-free focusing for both planetary and deep-sky targets. A 2\" extension tube and 2\"-to-1.25\" adapter are also included, so you can use virtually any eyepiece in your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3516\" data-end=\"3519\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3521\" data-end=\"3572\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3525\" data-end=\"3572\"\u003ePerfect for the Backyard or the Backcountry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3574\" data-end=\"3925\"\u003eWhile the telescope is large enough to deliver truly impressive views, it remains surprisingly portable. The base and optical tube are each outfitted with sturdy carry handles, perfectly balanced for one-person transport. Dust covers for both the primary and focuser openings are also included to keep your optics clean and protected between sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3927\" data-end=\"4137\"\u003eWhether you’re observing from a light-polluted driveway or a dark-sky retreat, the 10” StarSense Explorer Dobsonian opens up a universe of possibilities—and it’s designed to grow with you every step of the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4139\" data-end=\"4142\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4144\" data-end=\"4172\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4148\" data-end=\"4172\"\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4174\" data-end=\"4478\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4174\" data-end=\"4222\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4176\" data-end=\"4222\"\u003e25mm 1.25” Plössl eyepiece (48x magnification)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4223\" data-end=\"4252\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4225\" data-end=\"4252\"\u003eStarPointer™ red-dot finder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4253\" data-end=\"4306\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4255\" data-end=\"4306\"\u003e2” Crayford focuser with adapter and extension tube\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4307\" data-end=\"4351\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4309\" data-end=\"4351\"\u003eStarSense smartphone dock with unlock code\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4352\" data-end=\"4384\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4354\" data-end=\"4384\"\u003eEyepiece rack, collimation cap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4385\" data-end=\"4419\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4387\" data-end=\"4419\"\u003eDust covers for tube and focuser\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4420\" data-end=\"4478\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4422\" data-end=\"4478\"\u003eCelestron Starry Night astronomy software (downloadable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4480\" data-end=\"4483\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4485\" data-end=\"4506\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4489\" data-end=\"4506\"\u003eObserving Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4508\" data-end=\"4822\"\u003eFor the best contrast and image quality, allow the primary mirror to thermally equilibrate to outdoor temperatures for 30–45 minutes before observing. A simple aftermarket cooling fan mounted behind the primary mirror can shorten this time dramatically—especially helpful during quick weeknight observing sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4824\" data-end=\"4827\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4829\" data-end=\"4851\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4833\" data-end=\"4851\"\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4853\" data-end=\"5325\"\u003eCelestron’s StarSense Explorer 10\" Dobsonian is the rare telescope that combines raw optical power with intuitive ease-of-use. It offers a truly modern stargazing experience without losing the charm and affordability of a classic Dobsonian. Whether you’re a beginner looking to skip the frustration or an experienced observer in search of a grab-and-go light bucket with smart tech, the 10\" StarSense Explorer is a telescope that delivers—night after night, sky after sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"product-specs-list\" class=\"table-open\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewtonian Reflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e254mm (10\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1200mm (47.24\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/4.7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25mm 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Material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePyrex equivalent for primary and secondary mirrors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Mirror Thickness:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30mm (1.18\") (approx. 1:8 thickness ratio)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Thickness:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.5mm (0.45\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinor Axis of Secondary Mirror:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64mm (2.52\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTube Material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" Crayford focuser, includes 2\" extension tube and 2\"-to-1.25\" adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarPointer™ red-dot finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution Rayleigh:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.55 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution Dawes:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.46 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Dimensions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1117.6mm x 292.1mm diameter (44\" x 11.5\" diameter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29.2 lbs (13.24 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMOUNT INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAltazimuth Dobsonian base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParticle board with melamine surfaces and edge trim, CARB compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Dimensions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e673.1mm x 533.4mm x 533.4mm (26.5\" x 21\" x 21\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25.6 lbs (11.6 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlew Speeds:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software and StarSense Explorer App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Telescope Kit Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54.8 lbs (24.86 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Items:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical tube\u003cbr\u003eDobsonian 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Whether you're exploring the Andromeda Galaxy, splitting double stars, or marveling at Saturn's rings, this Dobsonian delivers performance that will keep you coming back for more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe significant differences between this telescope and the Explore Scientific Generation II model are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* White aluminum-tube secondary rather than a cage assembly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Single-speed focuser rather than a 2-speed focuser (upgrade requires a new focuser; not just a 10:1 reduction knob)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* No cooling fans\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\" class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e10\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e1270mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003ef\/5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeaviest Single Component\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e36 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotorized Controls\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003en\/a\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003e61 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eReflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eView Finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data\"\u003eRed Dot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Explore Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40562399051849,"sku":"ES10HTD","price":899.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/files\/img_0501.jpg?v=1690276198"},{"product_id":"sky-watcher-heritage-130-tabletop-dobsonian","title":"Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 Tabletop Dobsonian S11705","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"422\" data-start=\"260\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"317\" data-start=\"260\"\u003eSky-Watcher Heritage 130 Tabletop Dobsonian Telescope\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"320\" data-start=\"317\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"422\" data-start=\"320\"\u003eA compact, portable deep-sky performer that’s perfect for beginners and experienced observers alike.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"787\" data-start=\"424\"\u003eThe Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 is a no-nonsense tabletop Dobsonian that combines simplicity, portability, and impressive optical performance in a single, user-friendly package. Whether you’re a first-time stargazer or a seasoned backyard astronomer looking for a grab-and-go companion, the Heritage 130 punches well above its weight in both aperture and capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"862\" data-start=\"789\"\u003e130mm Parabolic Optics – Serious Light-Gathering in a Compact Package\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1337\" data-start=\"864\"\u003eAt the heart of the Heritage 130 is a 130mm (5.1\") parabolic primary mirror with a focal length of 650mm (f\/5). This is not a spherical mirror as found in many beginner scopes, but a true parabolic mirror that eliminates spherical aberration for sharper, more accurate views. The f\/5 focal ratio provides wide fields of view—ideal for sweeping the Milky Way, observing open clusters like the Pleiades, or catching large nebulae like the Orion Nebula with stunning contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1674\" data-start=\"1339\"\u003eThis level of aperture allows the Heritage 130 to reveal hundreds of deep-sky objects under dark skies. You can expect bright views of globular clusters, galaxies such as M31 (Andromeda), and impressive detail on the Moon and planets. Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s cloud bands and moons, and even the ice caps of Mars are all within reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"1732\" data-start=\"1676\"\u003eTabletop Dobsonian Mount – Rock-Steady and Intuitive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2081\" data-start=\"1734\"\u003eSky-Watcher’s tabletop Dobsonian base is engineered for smooth, friction-based motion in both altitude and azimuth. It allows for intuitive “point-and-look” operation, with no motors, electronics, or counterweights to worry about. Just place it on a sturdy surface like a table, bench, or even a milk crate, and you’re ready to observe in seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2331\" data-start=\"2083\"\u003eThe mount uses tension knobs to adjust and lock the altitude motion, offering the right balance between stability and freedom of movement. It’s a design inspired by traditional Dobsonians—simple, reliable, and easy to use, especially for beginners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"2394\" data-start=\"2333\"\u003eCollapsible Tube Design – Ultra-Portable and Space-Saving\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2771\" data-start=\"2396\"\u003eOne of the standout features of the Heritage 130 is its collapsible truss-tube optical tube assembly. 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A basic red dot finder is included for easy star-hopping, and while simple, it gets the job done for aligning your scope to bright stars or planets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3642\" data-start=\"3395\"\u003eThe Heritage 130 also includes two 1.25\" eyepieces—a 25mm and a 10mm—providing 26x and 65x magnification respectively. 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If you're looking for an affordable scope that delivers a big-sky experience without the bulk, the Heritage 130 should be at the top of your list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS11705\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e050234117050\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewtonian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror Coatings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ)™ coatings with 94% 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base. Designed with ease of use and affordability in mind, it’s an ideal choice for beginners, casual stargazers, and experienced observers looking for a grab-and-go telescope that doesn’t skimp on optical performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"935\" data-start=\"670\"\u003eWith its rich heritage and thoughtful engineering, this scope delivers serious light-gathering power in a highly manageable package, making it perfect for observing everything from lunar craters to deep sky showpieces like the Orion Nebula and the Andromeda Galaxy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"960\" data-start=\"937\"\u003eOptical Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1442\" data-start=\"962\"\u003eAt the heart of the Heritage 150P is a 150mm (5.9\") parabolic primary mirror—not a spherical mirror often found in telescopes at this price point. This f\/5 optical system (750mm focal length) offers a wide field of view and excellent contrast, making it ideal for both low-power sweeping and moderate magnification planetary viewing. With 33% more light-gathering capability than a 130mm scope, it pulls in dimmer galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters with noticeably more clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1835\" data-start=\"1444\"\u003eThe optics are housed in a collapsible open-tube design, borrowed from Sky-Watcher’s larger Flextube models. This unique feature makes the telescope incredibly portable without sacrificing collimation stability or optical quality. The included adjustable strut system holds collimation well and allows the telescope to collapse down to just 15 inches in length—perfect for storage or travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"1860\" data-start=\"1837\"\u003eMount and Usability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2231\" data-start=\"1862\"\u003eThe tabletop Dobsonian mount is intuitive, stable, and smooth in both altitude and azimuth motion. There are no motors, electronics, or batteries to get in the way—just point and observe. The tensioning system is adjustable, allowing you to fine-tune the movement to your preference and avoid the common pitfalls of stickiness or backlash that can plague lesser mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2483\" data-start=\"2233\"\u003eBeginners will appreciate the simplicity, while more experienced users will love the freedom and responsiveness of manual navigation. Place it on a sturdy table, stool, or the top of a milk crate, and you’re ready to explore the night sky in seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"2504\" data-start=\"2485\"\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2920\" data-start=\"2506\"\u003eThe Sky-Watcher Heritage 150P comes ready to observe right out of the box. Included in the package are two 1.25\" eyepieces—a 25mm (30x) and a 10mm (75x)—providing a good range for wide-field and planetary observing. A red-dot finder helps you zero in on your targets with minimal fuss. Also included is a 1.25\" helical focuser, which provides precise focus control while keeping weight and complexity to a minimum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3052\" data-start=\"2922\"\u003eThe optical tube features an attractive printed design honoring Sir Isaac Newton, a nod to the history of the Newtonian telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"3068\" data-start=\"3054\"\u003eIdeal Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3461\" data-start=\"3070\"\u003eThis is not just a beginner’s scope—it’s a capable astronomical instrument that punches well above its weight class. Its fast focal ratio makes it a dream for scanning star fields, viewing open clusters like the Pleiades, or splitting double stars. On nights of steady seeing, you’ll resolve Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s moons and bands, and the rugged surface of the Moon in impressive detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3682\" data-start=\"3463\"\u003eThe Heritage 150P is also an excellent companion for quick observing sessions from your backyard or a dark-sky getaway. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"3702\" data-start=\"3684\"\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4089\" data-start=\"3704\"\u003eThe Sky-Watcher Heritage 150P Tabletop Dobsonian is one of the best values in amateur astronomy. It blends portability, performance, and simplicity in a way that few telescopes in its class can match. Whether you're a curious newcomer or a seasoned observer looking for a secondary scope, the Heritage 150P delivers rich, immersive views of the universe at a price that’s hard to beat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DXOln9m7fM0?si=JkSzJGsFR4OR94so\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS11710\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e050234117104\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewtonian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror Coatings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ)™ coatings with 94% reflectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBorosilicate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Aperture (mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF\/Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length (mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Obstruction (by diameter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Obstruction by Area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eObservational Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDawes Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.77\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRayleigh Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.93\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Mag.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.36\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e295x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering (compared to 130mm telescope)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGeneral Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\" Helical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Length (Retract\/Ext.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.75\"\/48\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Outer Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e184mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Weight (with accessories)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDob Base Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.5 pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDob Base Measurements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.75\"x17\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZenith Eyepiece Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAccessories\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Finder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Dot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Eyepieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25mm and 10mm SUPER eyepiece (1.25\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification w\/ Included Eyepieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30x (25mm)\/75x (10mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Case\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Sky-Watcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41587038912585,"sku":"S11710","price":309.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/files\/S11710_Heritage150_LeftFront_1800x1800_217f9dcd-f070-4c3b-af6f-eff9f9b41f3d.webp?v=1720209099"},{"product_id":"sky-watcher-virtuoso-gti-130p-tabletop-goto-dobsonian","title":"Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 130P Tabletop GoTo Dobsonian  S21210","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"304\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"304\"\u003eSky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 130P Tabletop Dobsonian – Compact GoTo Power with WiFi Control and Big-Aperture Views\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"922\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 130P Tabletop Dobsonian delivers an unexpected blend of portability, automation, and light-gathering power in a remarkably compact package. With a 130mm parabolic Newtonian reflector riding on a fully motorized alt-azimuth base, this tabletop scope is a standout choice for beginners, casual observers, and seasoned astronomers seeking a grab-and-go option with serious sky coverage. Add in built-in WiFi, full GoTo capability via the SynScan app, and a collapsible optical tube, and you’ve got a telescope that’s equally at home in the backyard or under dark skies far from city lights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"955\" class=\"\"\u003eBig Views from a Small Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"1388\" class=\"\"\u003eAt the heart of the Virtuoso GTi 130P is a 130mm (5.1\") f\/5 parabolic mirror capable of gathering 345% more light than the average 60mm starter scope. This aperture lets you resolve rich lunar detail, track down faint Messier objects, and split tight double stars. The fast f\/5 focal ratio delivers wide, immersive fields of view—perfect for open clusters, sweeping the Milky Way, and even glimpsing large nebulae under dark skies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1763\" class=\"\"\u003eUnlike most budget reflectors, the 130P doesn’t skimp on optics. The primary mirror is parabolic, not spherical, meaning you'll enjoy sharper images across the field, especially at higher magnifications. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1802\" class=\"\"\u003eGoTo, Guided, and Ready to Travel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"2287\" class=\"\"\u003eWhat truly sets the Virtuoso GTi 130P apart is its built-in GoTo system, driven by Sky-Watcher’s trusted SynScan technology. Instead of a traditional hand controller, the Virtuoso GTi uses WiFi to connect to your smartphone or tablet. Simply download the free SynScan app for iOS or Android, and you can control the telescope with intuitive taps and swipes. Choose from over 10,000 celestial objects in the app’s database, and the scope will automatically slew and track your target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2289\" data-end=\"2616\" class=\"\"\u003eThe dual-axis motors keep your object centered for extended viewing or casual astrophotography with a smartphone. Setup is streamlined thanks to Sky-Watcher’s easy two-star alignment routine. The tracking is accurate enough for long observing sessions without constant adjustment—a rarity in a telescope of this size and price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2618\" data-end=\"3058\" class=\"\"\u003eThe tabletop Dobsonian base is low-profile and ultra-stable. Set it on a sturdy picnic table, portable crate, or even a custom Dob base if desired. Rubber feet and a smooth azimuth bearing ensure solid performance in the field. Despite its motorized functionality, the scope still offers full manual operation. You can unlock the clutches and move it by hand without harming the motors—a feature that makes impromptu stargazing even easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3060\" data-end=\"3101\" class=\"\"\u003eCollapsible Tube, Maximum Portability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3103\" data-end=\"3419\" class=\"\"\u003ePortability is one of the biggest perks of the 130P design. The optical tube collapses down for transport, making it ideal for road trips, camping, or simply storing in a closet when not in use. Fully assembled, the telescope weighs just under 18 pounds—light enough for most users to carry outside in a single trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3421\" data-end=\"3583\" class=\"\"\u003eSky-Watcher’s patented collapsible strut-tube design maintains collimation remarkably well between uses. You’ll spend less time adjusting and more time observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3585\" data-end=\"3609\" class=\"\"\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3611\" data-end=\"3694\" class=\"\"\u003eOut of the box, the Virtuoso GTi 130P comes ready to observe. The package includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3696\" data-end=\"3982\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3696\" data-end=\"3781\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3698\" data-end=\"3781\" class=\"\"\u003eTwo 1.25\" eyepieces: a 25mm (26x) and 10mm (65x), giving you a solid range to start\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3782\" data-end=\"3825\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3784\" data-end=\"3825\" class=\"\"\u003eRed dot finder for quick manual targeting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3826\" data-end=\"3889\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3828\" data-end=\"3889\" class=\"\"\u003eVixen-style dovetail mounting bar for alternate mount options\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3890\" data-end=\"3982\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3892\" data-end=\"3982\" class=\"\"\u003eBattery-powered operation (8 AA batteries, not included) or optional external power supply\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3984\" data-end=\"4002\" class=\"\"\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4004\" data-end=\"4350\" class=\"\"\u003eWhether you're an urban observer looking for an easy-to-use GoTo telescope, a beginner who doesn’t want to give up optical quality for convenience, or a seasoned backyard astronomer in need of a compact travel scope, the Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 130P checks every box. It’s proof that serious features don’t require a serious footprint—or budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4352\" data-end=\"4521\" class=\"\"\u003eExperience wide-field GoTo observing with a proven optical system in a smart, space-saving design. The Virtuoso GTi 130P is one of the best values in tabletop astronomy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS21210\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e050234212106\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Specifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewtonian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror Coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtected Aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReflectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e94%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror Type (Monolithic\/Conical\/Fused conical)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonolithic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBorosilicate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Aperture (mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e130\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF\/Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length (mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e650mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Diameter (minor axis)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Obstruction by Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e31%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Obstruction by Area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary cell supports (how many support points)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdge Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiffraction limited (1\/4 wave)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollimatable Cell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary \u0026amp; Primary\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMechanical Specifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHelical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser: Dual or Single Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompression Ring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube length (exten\/retract)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\"\/14.75\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.5 pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAssembled base weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.9 pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.3 pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType of bearing used (telfon\/roller)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardware included with base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollapsible Tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTripod Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/8 thread block\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eElectronic Specifications (GoTo only models)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRequired Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12v\/AAs (8x)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower port diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.1mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreedom Find\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClutch Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand Clutch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCan clutches be adjusted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in WiFi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand Controller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDatabase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComplete Messier, Caldwell, NGC, IC and SAO catalogs, user defined objects. Total 10,000+ objects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAccessories\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEyepieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25mm and 10mm SUPER eyepiece (1.25\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollimation eyepiece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded finder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Dot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDobsonian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdditional Accessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Dimensions (Box 1 \/ Box)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23\"x17\"x17\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eObservational Info\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDawes Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.89\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRayleigh Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.04\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Magnitude\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.05\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e256x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification with included eyepieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26x (25mm)\/65x (10mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gather (compared to next size down)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e56% (Compared to 100mm telescope)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntended use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVisual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Sky-Watcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41587051397193,"sku":"S21210","price":429.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/files\/S21210_VirtuosoGTi130_LeftFront_1800x1800_2e0fe514-fb25-4cac-9e2f-76038243249a.webp?v=1720209912"},{"product_id":"sky-watcher-virtuoso-gti-150p-tabletop-dobsonian","title":"Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 150P Tabletop Dobsonian S21205","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"370\" class=\"\"\u003eSky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 150P Tabletop Dobsonian – 6\" f\/5 Collapsible WiFi GoTo Reflector\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"974\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 150P is a modern reinvention of the classic Dobsonian telescope—compact, collapsible, computerized, and ready for serious visual astronomy. With a generous 6\" aperture, fully motorized GoTo tracking, and a collapsible strut-tube design, this tabletop reflector is equally at home on a backyard patio or a dark sky site. Whether you're a beginner looking for your first real telescope or an experienced observer in need of a portable powerhouse, the GTi 150P delivers exceptional optical performance and convenience without the bulk or price tag of traditional GoTo systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"1010\" class=\"\"\u003e6\" of Serious Light Gathering\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1381\" class=\"\"\u003eAt the heart of the GTi 150P is a 150mm (6\") f\/5 Newtonian reflector. This parabolic primary mirror gathers enough light to bring hundreds of deep sky objects within reach—globular clusters, planetary nebulae, and galaxies appear rich with contrast and structure under dark skies. Even from the suburbs, brighter Messier objects and planets will show impressive detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1821\" class=\"\"\u003eWith a focal length of 750mm, the scope offers a versatile blend of wide-field observing and moderate magnification. You’ll enjoy sweeping views of the Milky Way, yet still resolve the rings of Saturn or the cloud bands of Jupiter with clarity. The parabolic mirror, unlike spherical mirrors found in budget scopes, eliminates spherical aberration, producing sharper images edge to edge—especially important at fast focal ratios like f\/5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1860\" class=\"\"\u003eCollapsible Tube for Portability\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"2244\" class=\"\"\u003eSky-Watcher's clever collapsible strut-tube design allows the optical tube assembly to retract down for transport and storage, while maintaining collimation remarkably well between uses. This makes the GTi 150P a rare combination: a 6\" aperture telescope that actually \u003cem data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2137\"\u003efits\u003c\/em\u003e in small cars, closets, and travel plans. Setup takes just seconds—unlock, extend, and you’re ready to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2612\" class=\"\"\u003eDespite its compact form, this is no toy. The base is a scaled-down Dobsonian design—stable, intuitive, and smooth in motion. It sits securely on a tabletop or platform, but for added flexibility, the bottom of the base includes a 3\/8\" threaded socket, allowing mounting to a photo tripod or Sky-Watcher’s optional pier for those who prefer observing while standing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2614\" data-end=\"2664\" class=\"\"\u003eFully Motorized GoTo Mount with Built-In WiFi\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2666\" data-end=\"3119\" class=\"\"\u003eUnlike most tabletop Dobsonians in this price range, the Virtuoso GTi 150P features a fully motorized GoTo system powered by Sky-Watcher's SynScan technology. Instead of a separate hand controller, the telescope connects wirelessly to your smartphone or tablet via the free SynScan app (iOS and Android). Once aligned using a simple two-star or bright-object method, you can command the scope to locate and track over 10,000 celestial objects with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3121\" data-end=\"3485\" class=\"\"\u003eDual-axis tracking motors keep your target centered automatically—ideal for extended viewing sessions or sharing views with others. And thanks to the built-in Freedom-Find encoders, you can manually push the telescope in any direction without losing alignment. It's the best of both worlds: computerized control when you want it, and manual freedom when you don’t.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"3487\" data-end=\"3536\" class=\"\"\u003eIncluded Accessories and Expansion Potential\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3538\" data-end=\"3959\" class=\"\"\u003eThe GTi 150P comes ready to observe with two 1.25\" eyepieces (25mm and 10mm), delivering 30x and 75x magnification respectively. The 25mm offers generous wide-field views, perfect for scanning star fields or framing larger deep sky objects, while the 10mm eyepiece provides higher magnification for lunar detail and planetary observation. A red dot finder is also included for easy alignment and star-hopping when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3961\" data-end=\"4325\" class=\"\"\u003eThe 1.25\" focuser accepts a wide range of accessories and upgrades, including filters, Barlow lenses, and premium eyepieces. While not designed for long-exposure astrophotography, the GTi 150P can handle basic planetary or lunar imaging with a smartphone or lightweight planetary camera—especially when paired with Sky-Watcher’s tracking mount and proper adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"4327\" data-end=\"4366\" class=\"\"\u003eCompact, Capable, and Travel-Ready\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4368\" data-end=\"4765\" class=\"\"\u003eWeighing just over 19 pounds fully assembled, the Virtuoso GTi 150P is one of the most portable GoTo reflectors available. It runs on AA batteries for field use or can be powered via external 12V supply using an optional cable. Its small footprint, collapsible tube, and wireless operation make it the perfect companion for spontaneous backyard sessions, outreach events, or remote dark-sky trips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4767\" data-end=\"5002\" class=\"\"\u003eUnlike traditional GoTo systems that can be heavy, complex, and expensive, the GTi 150P simplifies the experience without sacrificing performance. You get a serious aperture, smart tracking, and true portability in one elegant package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5004\" data-end=\"5007\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5009\" data-end=\"5020\" class=\"\"\u003eSummary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5022\" data-end=\"5453\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 150P is a game-changer for those seeking a highly portable yet powerful GoTo telescope. With its 6\" parabolic optics, collapsible tube, dual-mode tracking system, and app-controlled GoTo functionality, this tabletop Dobsonian redefines what an entry-level telescope can be. It’s well suited for urban stargazers, dark sky explorers, and anyone who values optical performance in a compact, no-fuss form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5455\" data-end=\"5654\" class=\"\"\u003eIf you’re ready to move beyond department store scopes and into serious backyard astronomy—or just want an ultra-portable grab-and-go setup that doesn’t skimp on quality—the GTi 150P is hard to beat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product--container layout--three-col\" data-product-wrapper=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section-tabs\" data-product-tabs=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdp-content-specs rte active\" data-pdp-tab-content=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS21205\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e050234212052\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptical Specifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewtonian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror Coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtected Aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReflectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e94%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror Type (Monolithic\/Conical\/Fused conical)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonolithic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBorosilicate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Aperture (mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF\/Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length (mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Diameter (minor axis)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Obstruction by Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Obstruction by Area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary cell supports (how many support points)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdge Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiffraction limited (1\/4 wave)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollimatable Cell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary \u0026amp; Primary\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMechanical Specifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHelical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser: Dual or Single Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompression Ring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube length (exten\/retract)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27\"\/16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAssembled base weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.9 pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19.15 pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType of bearing used (telfon\/roller)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardware included with base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollapsible Tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTripod Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/8 thread block\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eElectronic Specifications (GoTo only models)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRequired Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12v\/AAs (8x)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower port diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.1mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreedom Find\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClutch Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand Clutch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCan clutches be adjusted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in WiFi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand Controller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDatabase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComplete Messier, Caldwell, NGC, IC and SAO catalogs, user defined objects. 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If your Dobsonian’s primary mirror starts the night significantly warmer than the ambient air, you’ll see distorted star images, fuzzy planetary detail, and overall reduced contrast—especially at high powers. That’s where the \u003cstrong data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"650\"\u003eCelestron USB Cooling Fan\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"947\"\u003eDesigned to mount directly to the rear cell of \u003cstrong data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"754\"\u003eStarSense Explorer 10\" and 12\" Dobsonians\u003c\/strong\u003e, and compatible with many third-party reflectors as well, this \u003cstrong data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"845\"\u003equiet, low-draw USB fan\u003c\/strong\u003e brings your optics down to ambient temperature faster—giving you cleaner, crisper views in less time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"974\"\u003eBetter Views, Sooner\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003eNewtonian reflectors and Dobsonians are known for their large primary mirrors—and unfortunately, those mirrors can take quite a while to reach thermal equilibrium with the night air. Until they do, warm air currents flowing over the mirror surface can seriously degrade the view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003eThis compact cooling fan attaches directly behind the mirror cell and circulates air gently but effectively across the mirror’s back surface. The result? \u003cstrong data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003eSharper focus, tighter star images, and higher contrast\u003c\/strong\u003e—especially noticeable when observing planets, the Moon, or splitting tight double stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003eUSB-Powered and Ultra Convenient\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003eUnlike older fan designs that required bulky 12V power supplies or hard-to-find batteries, the Celestron USB Cooling Fan runs on \u003cstrong data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003eany standard 5V USB power source\u003c\/strong\u003e. Plug it into a portable power bank, a wall charger, or even a USB port on your power distribution hub. At just \u003cstrong data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003e0.21 amps\u003c\/strong\u003e, it sips power while still delivering \u003cstrong data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1950\"\u003esuperior airflow\u003c\/strong\u003e—thanks to careful design and internal testing that outperformed competing models in cooldown speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2219\"\u003eOnce your mirror is thermally equalized, simply unplug the fan and clip the short USB cord into the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2179\"\u003eintegrated storage clip\u003c\/strong\u003e to keep your setup clean and organized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003eEasy Installation on Compatible Dobs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2264\" data-end=\"2621\"\u003eThis fan is a direct drop-in fit for \u003cstrong data-start=\"2301\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003eCelestron’s StarSense Explorer 10” and 12” Dobsonian telescopes\u003c\/strong\u003e, but it’s also compatible with many other Dobsonians and Newtonian reflectors that offer a square fan mount pattern with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2550\"\u003efour M4 x 0.7 threaded holes spaced 71.5mm (2.81\") apart\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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overcoat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror Material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard optical glass for primary and secondary mirrors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinor Axis of Secondary Mirror:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34.5mm (1.36\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTube Material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\" rack-and-pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarPointer™ red-dot finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution Rayleigh:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.21 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution Dawes:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.02 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Dimensions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e469.9mm (18.5\") long x 139.7mm (5.5\") diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.2 lbs (1.9 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMOUNT INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAltazimuth Tabletop Dobsonian base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParticle board with melamine surfaces and edge trim, CARB compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Dimensions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e381mm x 381mm x 393.7mm (15\" 15\" x 15.5\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.4 lbs (3.81 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlew Speeds:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software and StarSense Explorer App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Telescope Kit Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.6 lbs (5.71 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Items:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical tube\u003cbr\u003eDobsonian Base\u003cbr\u003e17mm and 10mm eyepiece\u003cbr\u003eStarPointer™ red-dot finderscope\u003cbr\u003eStarSense Explorer dock\u003cbr\u003eStarSense Explorer unlock code\u003cbr\u003eEyepiece rack\u003cbr\u003eCollimation Cap\u003cbr\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition 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Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever leave your optic unsupervised. 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With its bright parabolic optics, compact Dobsonian base, and the power of the StarSense Explorer app, this telescope bridges the gap between beginner simplicity and true deep-sky capability. If you're looking for a hands-on way to explore the sky—without needing to learn star charts or align GoTo systems—this is your new best friend under the stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"885\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"943\"\u003eThe Power of a Dobsonian, the Guidance of Your Phone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003eUnlike traditional beginner scopes that leave you struggling to find celestial objects, the 130mm StarSense Explorer uses \u003cstrong data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003epatented sky recognition software\u003c\/strong\u003e to help you navigate the night sky with confidence. Simply place your smartphone into the StarSense dock, launch the app, and let the system do the work. Your phone analyzes star patterns overhead in real-time—using satellite-style Lost-in-Space Algorithm (LISA) tech—to determine exactly where the telescope is pointed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003eThe app then guides you to visible planets, nebulae, star clusters, and galaxies with easy-to-follow on-screen arrows. When the bullseye turns green, your target is centered in the eyepiece. It’s that easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003eQuality Optics, Compact Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"2041\"\u003eAt its core is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1732\"\u003e130mm (5.1\") parabolic primary mirror\u003c\/strong\u003e, a noticeable upgrade from the spherical mirrors often found in cheaper beginner telescopes. With a fast \u003cstrong data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1857\"\u003ef\/5 focal ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e, this optical tube brings in plenty of light to reveal rich lunar detail, Saturn’s ring system, Jupiter’s moons and cloud bands, the Orion Nebula, the Andromeda Galaxy, and much more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2256\"\u003eThe included 25mm and 10mm Kellner eyepieces provide 26x and 65x magnification, and the standard \u003cstrong data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2173\"\u003e1.25\" rack-and-pinion focuser\u003c\/strong\u003e accepts a wide range of additional eyepieces as you expand your observing toolkit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2320\"\u003eSmooth and Steady: A Beginner-Friendly Tabletop Mount\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2322\" data-end=\"2679\"\u003eThe included \u003cstrong data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2362\"\u003etabletop Dobsonian base\u003c\/strong\u003e is compact, stable, and easy to maneuver—an ideal match for casual backyard use or quick dark-sky excursions. It features \u003cstrong data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2504\"\u003eTeflon bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e for smooth, precise tracking in both altitude and azimuth, along with an \u003cstrong data-start=\"2578\" data-end=\"2604\"\u003ealtitude tension brake\u003c\/strong\u003e to keep motion steady and adjustable depending on the telescope’s balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2681\" data-end=\"3043\"\u003eThe optical tube is held in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2734\"\u003eadjustable tube rings\u003c\/strong\u003e mounted to a dovetail, allowing you to rotate and shift the tube to your preferred viewing position. Built-in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2845\" data-end=\"2862\"\u003ecarry handles\u003c\/strong\u003e and an \u003cstrong data-start=\"2870\" data-end=\"2887\"\u003eeyepiece rack\u003c\/strong\u003e add convenience whether you’re observing from a deck table, picnic bench, or car hood. Add an optional tripod platform for even more ergonomic versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3045\" data-end=\"3048\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3050\" data-end=\"3091\"\u003eA Night Sky Tour Guide in Your Pocket\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3093\" data-end=\"3522\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"3097\" data-end=\"3123\"\u003eStarSense Explorer app\u003c\/strong\u003e, powered by SkySafari™, automatically generates a real-time list of objects currently visible in your sky. You can choose what to observe next based on difficulty, type, or brightness. In addition to its celestial navigation tools, the app also includes \u003cstrong data-start=\"3378\" data-end=\"3405\"\u003ehundreds of audio tours\u003c\/strong\u003e, rich educational content, and helpful visuals that make learning the night sky an enjoyable part of the experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3524\" data-end=\"3654\"\u003eIt’s not just a telescope—it’s a gateway into astronomy, guided by your phone and backed by decades of Celestron optical know-how.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3656\" data-end=\"3659\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3661\" data-end=\"3679\"\u003eObserving Tip:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3681\" data-end=\"4030\"\u003eIf you're observing from a seated position at a patio table, you’re already in great shape. But if you'd prefer to stand, place the scope on a sturdy crate or folding camp table to raise it to the ideal height. This lets you enjoy comfortable, upright viewing with minimal strain—perfect for longer sessions or sharing views with friends and family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4032\" data-end=\"4035\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4037\" data-end=\"4055\"\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4057\" data-end=\"4511\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"4061\" data-end=\"4118\"\u003eCelestron StarSense Explorer 130mm Tabletop Dobsonian\u003c\/strong\u003e is proof that beginner telescopes don’t have to be limited or frustrating. Its combination of quality optics, intuitive navigation, and compact form factor makes it an ideal choice for new stargazers who want more than just the Moon. If you're ready to start exploring the night sky—with a little help from your phone and a lot of light-gathering power—this is the telescope to get you there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration-line: underline; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSmartphone Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron StarSense Explorer works with most modern smartphones, including iPhone 6 and up, and most devices running Android 7.1.2 or later manufactured since 2016. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePatented StarSense Sky Recognition Technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarSense Explorer uses patented technology and your smartphone to determine exactly where the telescope is pointed in the night sky. A Lost in Space Algorithm (LISA), like the ones satellites use in orbit to correctly orient themselves, helps the app match star patterns it detects overhead to its internal database.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile other astronomy apps may claim that they can help you find objects, they rely exclusively on the phone's gyros and accelerometers, which aren't as accurate as LISA technology. No other app can accurately tell you when your target is visible in the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"product-specs-list\" class=\"table-open\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOPTICAL TUBE INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewtonian Reflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e130mm (5.12\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e650mm (25.6\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25mm 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Designed with beginners in mind, this 6\" Newtonian reflector pairs Celestron’s award-winning \u003cstrong data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"658\"\u003eStarSense Explorer\u003c\/strong\u003e app with a portable, tabletop Dobsonian base—offering a user-friendly, accurate, and rewarding observing experience right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003eWhether you’re stargazing from your backyard or under darker skies, this compact telescope gives you big aperture performance with app-assisted guidance—no star charts, apps with shaky gyros, or steep learning curves required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eA Dobsonian That Knows the Sky\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003eAt the heart of the system is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003eCelestron’s patented StarSense sky recognition technology\u003c\/strong\u003e, which uses your smartphone's camera and the same Lost-in-Space Algorithm (LISA) used by orbiting satellites to determine the scope’s exact position in real time. Simply dock your phone in the included StarSense bracket, align it to the telescope’s optics, and let the app guide you to your next celestial target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003eNo motors, no alignment stars, no fuss. Just follow the arrows on your screen—when the target is centered and the bullseye turns green, look through the eyepiece and enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003e150mm Parabolic Optics for Deep Sky and Planetary Views\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"2170\"\u003eWith a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1760\"\u003e150mm (6\") parabolic primary mirror\u003c\/strong\u003e and a fast \u003cstrong data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003ef\/5 focal ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e, this telescope brings in nearly 460 times more light than the unaided eye. You’ll enjoy crisp views of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003eSaturn’s rings\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003eJupiter’s cloud bands\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003ecraters of the Moon\u003c\/strong\u003e, and deep sky favorites like the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2020\"\u003eOrion Nebula\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003eAndromeda Galaxy\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003ePleiades\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unlike many beginner scopes, the optics here are the real deal—no spherical mirrors or flimsy plastic parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2387\"\u003eIncluded are two Kellner eyepieces (25mm and 10mm), providing magnifications of 30x and 75x, respectively, along with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2322\"\u003eStarPointer red dot finder\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2326\" data-end=\"2345\"\u003ecollimation cap\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a 1.25” \u003cstrong data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2386\"\u003erack-and-pinion focuser\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2392\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2436\"\u003ePortable Powerhouse: The Tabletop Base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2782\"\u003eThe Dobsonian base is compact and surprisingly solid. It features \u003cstrong data-start=\"2504\" data-end=\"2523\"\u003eTeflon bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e for smooth movement and an \u003cstrong data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2577\"\u003ealtitude tension brake\u003c\/strong\u003e that lets you fine-tune resistance. There’s even a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2629\" data-end=\"2645\"\u003epanning knob\u003c\/strong\u003e built into the optical tube for precise, ergonomic aiming without touching the optical tube itself (which can cause thermal distortion).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2784\" data-end=\"3090\"\u003eWeighing just 25 lbs total and outfitted with convenient \u003cstrong data-start=\"2841\" data-end=\"2858\"\u003ecarry handles\u003c\/strong\u003e, this tabletop telescope is easy to pack up and take anywhere—from your backyard picnic table to a campsite or star party. For added height and comfort, the base can be placed on a crate, table, or even an optional tripod platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3092\" data-end=\"3095\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3097\" data-end=\"3139\"\u003eBuilt for Beginners, Rewarding for All\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3141\" data-end=\"3517\"\u003eEven if you’ve never used a telescope before, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3191\" data-end=\"3217\"\u003eStarSense Explorer app\u003c\/strong\u003e makes learning the night sky intuitive and enjoyable. It automatically generates a curated list of objects visible from your location, then helps you navigate to each target with confidence. You'll get \u003cstrong data-start=\"3420\" data-end=\"3435\"\u003eaudio tours\u003c\/strong\u003e, detailed descriptions, and visuals to help you understand what you’re observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3519\" data-end=\"3720\"\u003eAnd unlike many beginner scopes that are limited to the Moon and planets, this 6\" Dobsonian has enough aperture to start pulling in fainter galaxies, nebulae, and clusters—especially from darker skies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3722\" data-end=\"3725\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3727\" data-end=\"3745\"\u003eObserving Tip:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3747\" data-end=\"4102\"\u003ePlace the base on a heavy-duty plastic storage bin or milk crate to raise the eyepiece to a more comfortable standing height. This not only makes observing easier for adults, but also turns this compact Dobsonian into a flexible “go anywhere” platform that’s just as suitable for stargazing from a car hood at a campsite as it is for backyard exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4104\" data-end=\"4107\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4109\" data-end=\"4127\"\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4129\" data-end=\"4562\"\u003eThe Celestron StarSense Explorer 150mm Tabletop Dobsonian is a brilliant combination of \u003cstrong data-start=\"4217\" data-end=\"4235\"\u003eserious optics\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"4237\" data-end=\"4263\"\u003esmartphone convenience\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"4269\" data-end=\"4293\"\u003eDobsonian simplicity\u003c\/strong\u003e. It’s the perfect choice for beginners who want a telescope that’s easy to use yet powerful enough to grow with them. If you’re looking for a hassle-free way to start exploring the cosmos—guided by technology but grounded in great optics—this is the telescope to beat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSmartphone Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron StarSense Explorer works with most modern smartphones, including iPhone 6 and up, and most devices running Android 7.1.2 or later manufactured since 2016. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePatented StarSense Sky Recognition Technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarSense Explorer uses patented technology and your smartphone to determine exactly where the telescope is pointed in the night sky. A Lost in Space Algorithm (LISA), like the ones satellites use in orbit to correctly orient themselves, helps the app match star patterns it detects overhead to its internal database.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile other astronomy apps may claim that they can help you find objects, they rely exclusively on the phone's gyros and accelerometers, which aren't as accurate as LISA technology. 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Software\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolar Warning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"solar-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"solar-warning-text\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic (unless you have the proper solar filter). Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever leave your optic unsupervised. 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With the Celestron FirstScope Moon Signature Series, you can bring that wonder a little closer—both literally and artistically. This special-edition version of Celestron’s beloved FirstScope telescope features a vibrant, Moon-themed optical tube designed in collaboration with master lunar imager and author \u003cstrong data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"923\"\u003eRobert Reeves\u003c\/strong\u003e. The wraparound graphic showcases 10 prominent lunar features—including famous craters and maria—that you can locate and explore for yourself using the telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003eCompact, stylish, and refreshingly easy to use, the FirstScope Moon Signature Series is the ideal starter scope for young astronomers and curious families. It’s lightweight enough to take along on camping trips or stargazing picnics, yet powerful enough to show craters, mountain ranges, and terminator shadows on the Moon in crisp detail. And with two included eyepieces, you can switch between wide-field lunar vistas and high-power close-ups in seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1549\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003eEasy to Use, Fun to Explore\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003eThe FirstScope's tabletop \u003cstrong data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003eDobsonian mount\u003c\/strong\u003e operates smoothly in altitude and azimuth, making it simple to aim. Just rotate the tube toward your target and enjoy the view—no batteries, alignment routines, or polar setups required. It’s a fantastic way to explore the sky visually without the distractions of complex electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"2349\"\u003eOut of the box, the 76mm Newtonian reflector comes ready to observe. Pop in the included \u003cstrong data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003e20mm eyepiece\u003c\/strong\u003e for a 15x wide-field view, ideal for scanning the Moon’s maria or star clusters. Switch to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003e4mm eyepiece\u003c\/strong\u003e for 75x magnification to inspect the finer details of craters like Tycho or Copernicus. The fast \u003cstrong data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2254\"\u003ef\/3.95 focal ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e also gives it a generous field of view—great for beginners learning to navigate the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2354\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2356\" data-end=\"2384\"\u003eA Telescope That Teaches\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2386\" data-end=\"2830\"\u003eMore than just a pretty design, the Moon wrap on this FirstScope is an interactive lunar map. You’ll learn the names and locations of major features, then be able to track them down with the telescope itself. And thanks to the included \u003cstrong data-start=\"2622\" data-end=\"2665\"\u003eLunar Landscapes eBook by Robert Reeves\u003c\/strong\u003e, budding astronomers can dive deeper—learning how craters form, how to distinguish between maria and highlands, and how the Moon has evolved over billions of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2832\" data-end=\"3020\"\u003eWhen not in use, the Moon Signature Series FirstScope doubles as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2899\" data-end=\"2936\"\u003estriking piece of astronomy décor\u003c\/strong\u003e—a functional, educational display for bookshelves, desktops, or classroom counters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3022\" data-end=\"3025\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3027\" data-end=\"3050\"\u003eAbout Robert Reeves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3052\" data-end=\"3452\"\u003eRobert Reeves is a living legend in amateur astronomy, having first photographed the Moon in 1959—the same year NASA began charting its course toward Apollo. Today, he continues to produce some of the world’s most detailed lunar images using modern Celestron gear. 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Beautiful, affordable, and ready to use right out of the box, it’s a wonderful gift for young astronomers or anyone looking to fall in love with the night sky for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4820\" data-end=\"4969\"\u003eWhether you’re exploring lunar craters from your backyard or just enjoying a quiet night under the stars, this little scope delivers big-time wonder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4971\" data-end=\"4974\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4976\" data-end=\"5000\"\u003eSolar Safety Warning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-start=\"5002\" data-end=\"5365\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5004\" data-end=\"5365\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5004\" data-end=\"5167\"\u003eNever look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic (unless you have the proper solar filter). 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height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.2626%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eDovetail Compatibility:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.8778%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.2626%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.8778%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software, and SkyPortal App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.2626%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eTotal Kit Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.8778%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e4.3 lbs (1.95 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 78.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.2626%; height: 78.375px;\"\u003eIncluded Items:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.8778%; height: 78.375px;\"\u003eOptical tube\u003cbr\u003eDobsonian Mount\u003cbr\u003e4mm and 20mm Eyepieces\u003cbr\u003eFree Lunar Landscape Robert Reeves PDF Download\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 223.938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.2626%; height: 223.938px;\"\u003eSolar Warning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"solar-warning\" style=\"width: 69.8778%; height: 223.938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"solar-warning-text\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic (unless you have the proper solar filter). Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever leave your optic unsupervised. Make sure an adult who is familiar with the correct operating procedures is with your optic at all times, especially when children are present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41613528858697,"sku":"22016","price":74.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/files\/22016_FirstScope_Signature_Series_Moon_01_570x380_2x_a81ebded-b624-424f-87de-219bc6ca0299.webp?v=1721325349"},{"product_id":"celestron-starsense-explorer-12-dobsonian-1","title":"Celestron StarSense Explorer 12\" Dobsonian  22472","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"348\" data-start=\"277\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"333\" data-start=\"277\"\u003eCelestron StarSense Explorer 12\" Dobsonian Telescope\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"875\" data-start=\"350\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"400\" data-start=\"354\"\u003eCelestron StarSense Explorer 12\" Dobsonian\u003c\/strong\u003e takes the unmatched simplicity and power of a classic Dobsonian reflector and fuses it with revolutionary smartphone-guided technology. The result is a telescope that opens the universe to new observers while still delivering the raw, unfiltered performance experienced skywatchers demand. With a full 12 inches of aperture and intuitive star-finding assistance, this scope is built for visual astronomers who want serious light grasp and fast access to celestial treasures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"909\" data-start=\"877\"\u003eGiant Aperture. Giant Views.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1307\" data-start=\"911\"\u003eWith a 305mm (12\") parabolic primary mirror and a focal length of 1500mm (f\/4.9), this Dobsonian pulls in more than \u003cstrong data-end=\"1042\" data-start=\"1027\"\u003e1,800 times\u003c\/strong\u003e the light of the unaided human eye and more than \u003cstrong data-end=\"1101\" data-start=\"1092\"\u003etwice\u003c\/strong\u003e the light of an 8\" reflector. This dramatic leap in aperture makes a profound difference when you’re seeking faint galaxies, ghostly nebulae, or detailed views of bright objects under light-polluted skies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1664\" data-start=\"1309\"\u003ePlanetary detail becomes razor-sharp, with Jupiter revealing festoons, color bands, and its four Galilean moons casting shadows during transits. Saturn’s Cassini Division is stark and well-defined. Mars shows polar caps and subtle surface shading when the atmosphere cooperates. The Moon becomes a rugged landscape of craters, rilles, and mountain ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2090\" data-start=\"1666\"\u003eDeep-sky observing is where this scope really stretches its legs. Globular clusters like M13 and M92 resolve into sparkling cities of stars. Emission nebulae such as the Lagoon, Trifid, and Orion show billowing structure and contrast, even without filters. Under dark skies, the 12\" aperture opens up a world of lesser-known targets, from edge-on galaxies to planetary nebulae like the Blue Snowball or the Ghost of Jupiter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"2145\" data-start=\"2092\"\u003eStarSense Explorer App – Star Hopping, Reinvented\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2534\" data-start=\"2147\"\u003eWhat truly separates this telescope from other large Dobsonians is the integrated \u003cstrong data-end=\"2262\" data-start=\"2229\"\u003eStarSense Explorer technology\u003c\/strong\u003e. Celestron’s app-based guidance system utilizes your smartphone’s camera and a built-in mirror to capture a live image of the night sky. Then, using advanced plate-solving algorithms, it determines your exact position in real time—no GPS, Wi-Fi, or cell service required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2782\" data-start=\"2536\"\u003eAfter a quick alignment process, you can choose from a curated list of the night’s best targets. Simply follow the arrows on your screen to manually point the telescope. When you’re on target, the bullseye turns green—and you’re ready to observe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3211\" data-start=\"2784\"\u003eUnlike traditional GoTo systems, there are \u003cstrong data-end=\"2872\" data-start=\"2827\"\u003eno motors, batteries, or hand controllers\u003c\/strong\u003e. You get all the benefits of computerized object location while maintaining the tactile joy and simplicity of manual Dobsonian observing. Whether you're a beginner learning your way around the sky or an experienced observer looking to streamline your sessions, StarSense Explorer makes it incredibly easy to find hundreds of objects—fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"3243\" data-start=\"3213\"\u003eRock-Solid Dobsonian Mount\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3675\" data-start=\"3245\"\u003eCelestron has equipped this telescope with a classic alt-azimuth Dobsonian base, designed to handle the weight and length of the full 12\" optical tube. Constructed from sturdy engineered wood, the mount offers excellent stability and smooth tracking. It features Teflon bearings for frictionless movement in azimuth and altitude, and adjustable tension knobs to help you dial in just the right resistance for your observing style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3981\" data-start=\"3677\"\u003eDespite its size, the telescope remains surprisingly intuitive to operate. Once balanced properly, it moves effortlessly as you nudge it across the sky. There’s no vibration, no backlash—just steady, responsive motion whether you’re sweeping along the Milky Way or tracking planets at high magnification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"4016\" data-start=\"3983\"\u003ePrecision 2\" Crayford Focuser\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4441\" data-start=\"4018\"\u003eTo make the most of the telescope’s light-gathering power, Celestron includes a \u003cstrong data-end=\"4127\" data-start=\"4098\"\u003e2\" Crayford-style focuser\u003c\/strong\u003e with a 1.25\" adapter. This dual-size setup accommodates a wide range of eyepieces, giving you flexibility for wide-field views or planetary detail. The Crayford design delivers smooth, backlash-free focusing and is capable of holding heavy accessories without slippage—perfect for modern, wide-field 2\" eyepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"4471\" data-start=\"4443\"\u003eDesigned for Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4902\" data-start=\"4473\"\u003eUnlike many mass-produced Dobsonians, the StarSense Explorer 12\" stands out for its attention to optical and mechanical detail. The primary mirror is housed in a precision-aligned mirror cell and comes with factory-installed collimation knobs for easy adjustment. The included collimation cap makes it simple to maintain peak optical performance. Every optical surface is fully coated for maximum light transmission and contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5207\" data-start=\"4904\"\u003eThe telescope includes a red dot finder for rough alignment (though you'll rarely use it thanks to the StarSense app), an eyepiece rack, and a 25mm Plössl eyepiece offering 60x magnification right out of the box. Additional eyepieces or filters can be added later to round out your observing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"5228\" data-start=\"5209\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"5563\" data-start=\"5230\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"5276\" data-start=\"5230\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5276\" data-start=\"5232\"\u003e12\" (305mm) f\/4.9 parabolic primary mirror\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"5348\" data-start=\"5277\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5348\" data-start=\"5279\"\u003eDobsonian base with Teflon bearings and adjustable tension controls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"5400\" data-start=\"5349\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5400\" data-start=\"5351\"\u003eStarSense smartphone dock with alignment mirror\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"5445\" data-start=\"5401\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5445\" data-start=\"5403\"\u003e25mm Plössl eyepiece (60x magnification)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"5494\" data-start=\"5446\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5494\" data-start=\"5448\"\u003e2\" Crayford-style focuser with 1.25\" adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"5525\" data-start=\"5495\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5525\" data-start=\"5497\"\u003eStarPointer red dot finder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"5545\" data-start=\"5526\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5545\" data-start=\"5528\"\u003eCollimation cap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"5563\" data-start=\"5546\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5563\" data-start=\"5548\"\u003eEyepiece tray\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"5579\" data-start=\"5565\"\u003eIdeal For:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"5927\" data-start=\"5581\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"5666\" data-start=\"5581\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5666\" data-start=\"5583\"\u003eVisual observers who want a large aperture without the complexity of a GoTo mount\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"5740\" data-start=\"5667\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5740\" data-start=\"5669\"\u003eBeginners looking for a big step up in performance with minimal setup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"5828\" data-start=\"5741\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5828\" data-start=\"5743\"\u003eUrban and suburban stargazers who need help finding objects in light-polluted skies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"5927\" data-start=\"5829\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"5927\" data-start=\"5831\"\u003eAnyone who wants fast access to hundreds of celestial objects without giving up manual control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"5947\" data-start=\"5929\"\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"6371\" data-start=\"5949\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"5999\" data-start=\"5953\"\u003eCelestron StarSense Explorer 12\" Dobsonian\u003c\/strong\u003e is a telescope that truly bridges the gap between power and simplicity. It gives you the raw optical horsepower of a full 12-inch reflector and combines it with Celestron’s intuitive, no-fuss object-locating app. There’s no need to memorize star charts or spend frustrating hours learning how to use computerized mounts. Just dock your phone, align the telescope, and go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"6552\" data-start=\"6373\"\u003eIf you’re ready to take the leap into large-aperture observing with modern guidance and old-school Dobsonian ease, the StarSense Explorer 12” is ready to meet you under the stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSmartphone Compatibility     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e             \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron StarSense Explorer works with most modern smartphones, including iPhone 6 and up, and most devices running Android 7.1.2 or later manufactured since 2016. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePatented StarSense Sky Recognition Technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarSense Explorer uses patented technology and your smartphone to determine exactly where the telescope is pointed in the night sky. A Lost in Space Algorithm (LISA), like the ones satellites use in orbit to correctly orient themselves, helps the app match star patterns it detects overhead to its internal database.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile other astronomy apps may claim that they can help you find objects, they rely exclusively on the phone's gyros and accelerometers, which aren't as accurate as LISA technology. No other app can accurately tell you when your target is visible in the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eEnhance Your Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your phone charged all night while exploring with your StarSense Explorer by adding the PowerTank Glow 5000 to your must-have accessories (sold separately). This 2-in-1 accessory was made with the StarSense Explorer Dobs in mind, it has a red flashlight PLUS a USB power bank for charging mobile devices in the field. Connect the PowerTank Glow 5000 to the two posts at the front of the StarSense Explorer dock with the included bands so it is held in a convenient location for charging your smartphone while in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo achieve the sharpest views faster, we recommend pairing the StarSense Explorer 12” Dobsonian with the USB Cooling Fan for Dobsonian Telescopes (sold separately). The fan cools the primary mirror to the ambient outdoor temperature faster, leaving you more time to observe.  It mounts directly onto the rear cell of the Dobsonian and works with any USB power source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"product-specs-list\" class=\"table-open\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewtonian Reflector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e305mm (12\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1500mm (59\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/4.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32mm (1.26\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e47x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e720x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLowest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering Power:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1895x as compared to the human eye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Coatings:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXLT reflective coatings with silicon dioxide and tantalum pentoxide protective overcoatings for primary and secondary mirrors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror Material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePyrex equivalent for primary and secondary mirrors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Mirror Thickness:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e37mm (1.45\") (approx. 1:8 thickness ratio)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Thickness:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11mm (0.43\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinor Axis of Secondary Mirror:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70mm (2.75\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTube Material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" Crayford focuser, includes 2\" extension tube and 2\"-to-1.25\" adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarPointer™ red-dot 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Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever leave your optic unsupervised. 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On clear nights, use the 23mm for wide views of the Pleiades or the Orion Nebula. Then switch to the 10mm (or double it with the Barlow) for tighter looks at Saturn’s rings or Jupiter’s moons. 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The optics are coated with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eenhanced aluminum for 93% reflectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring that every photon your mirror captures ends up in your eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1929\" class=\"\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003ef\/6 focal ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a beautiful compromise between field of view and magnification. It's wide enough for bright nebulae and open clusters, but slow enough to handle planetary observing and higher magnification with ease—without requiring exotic eyepieces or perfectly precise collimation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"1934\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1976\" class=\"\"\u003eDesigned to Follow the Sky Naturally\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"2137\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1980\" data-end=\"2137\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1980\" data-end=\"2003\"\u003eCurved spider vanes\u003c\/strong\u003e reduce diffraction spikes on bright stars and planets, improving contrast and giving images a more natural, refractor-like quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2138\" data-end=\"2335\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2335\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003eAltitude tension knobs\u003c\/strong\u003e let you adjust the up-down motion of the optical tube easily. Whether you're using a light Plössl or a heavy 2\" wide-angle eyepiece, the balance stays buttery smooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2502\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2338\" data-end=\"2502\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2338\" data-end=\"2373\"\u003eTeflon pads on the azimuth axis\u003c\/strong\u003e provide frictionless rotation on the rocker box base—offering that classic Dobsonian “fluid push” as you glide across the stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2504\" data-end=\"2640\" class=\"\"\u003eThis kind of intuitive movement makes the DS 8 a star-hopper's dream. No clutches, no electronics, no delays—just point, nudge, observe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2645\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2647\" data-end=\"2686\" class=\"\"\u003ePremium Focusing at Your Fingertips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2688\" data-end=\"3035\" class=\"\"\u003eA telescope this capable deserves a focuser to match. The DS 8 comes with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2764\" data-end=\"2804\"\u003e2\" dual-speed Crayford-style focuser\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering \u003cstrong data-start=\"2815\" data-end=\"2847\"\u003efine 10:1 microfocus control\u003c\/strong\u003e that makes high-power planetary viewing a joy. Whether you're snapping Saturn into perfect focus or dialing in the stars at f\/6, this focuser gives you the control and stability you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3037\" data-end=\"3134\" class=\"\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"3039\" data-end=\"3062\"\u003e2\" to 1.25\" adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e is included, allowing compatibility with virtually any modern eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3136\" data-end=\"3139\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3141\" data-end=\"3163\" class=\"\"\u003eWhat’s in the Box:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3165\" data-end=\"3560\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3165\" data-end=\"3203\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3167\" data-end=\"3203\" class=\"\"\u003e8\" f\/6 optical tube assembly (OTA)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3204\" data-end=\"3285\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3206\" data-end=\"3285\" class=\"\"\u003eRocker-style Dobsonian base with Teflon bearings and adjustable tension knobs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3286\" data-end=\"3362\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3288\" data-end=\"3362\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3288\" data-end=\"3318\"\u003eTwo 1.25\" Plössl eyepieces\u003c\/strong\u003e: 23mm (low power) and 10mm (higher power)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3363\" data-end=\"3415\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3365\" data-end=\"3415\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3365\" data-end=\"3386\"\u003e1.25\" Barlow lens\u003c\/strong\u003e for doubling magnification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3416\" data-end=\"3479\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3418\" data-end=\"3479\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3418\" data-end=\"3464\"\u003e8x50 straight-through optical finder scope\u003c\/strong\u003e with bracket\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3480\" data-end=\"3516\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3482\" data-end=\"3516\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3482\" data-end=\"3514\"\u003e2\" to 1.25\" eyepiece adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3517\" data-end=\"3535\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3519\" data-end=\"3535\" class=\"\"\u003eAssembly tools\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3536\" data-end=\"3560\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3538\" data-end=\"3560\" class=\"\"\u003ePrinted owner’s manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3562\" data-end=\"3565\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3567\" data-end=\"3596\" class=\"\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3598\" data-end=\"4212\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3598\" data-end=\"3659\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3600\" data-end=\"3659\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3600\" data-end=\"3618\"\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/strong\u003e: Newtonian reflector (Dobsonian mount)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3660\" data-end=\"3688\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3662\" data-end=\"3688\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3662\" data-end=\"3674\"\u003eAperture\u003c\/strong\u003e: 200mm (8\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3689\" data-end=\"3717\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3691\" data-end=\"3717\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3691\" data-end=\"3707\"\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1200mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3718\" data-end=\"3742\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3720\" data-end=\"3742\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3720\" data-end=\"3735\"\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e: f\/6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3743\" data-end=\"3815\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3745\" data-end=\"3815\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3745\" data-end=\"3763\"\u003ePrimary Mirror\u003c\/strong\u003e: Parabolic, aluminum-coated with 93% reflectivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3816\" data-end=\"3889\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3818\" data-end=\"3889\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3818\" data-end=\"3829\"\u003eFocuser\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2\" Crayford-style with 10:1 microfocus and 1.25\" adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3890\" data-end=\"3997\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3892\" data-end=\"3997\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3892\" data-end=\"3906\"\u003eMount Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Alt-azimuth Dobsonian with tension-controlled altitude bearings and Teflon azimuth pads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3998\" data-end=\"4056\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4000\" data-end=\"4056\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4000\" data-end=\"4016\"\u003eFinder Scope\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8x50 straight-through optical finder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4057\" data-end=\"4113\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4059\" data-end=\"4113\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4059\" data-end=\"4081\"\u003eIncluded Eyepieces\u003c\/strong\u003e: 23mm and 10mm Plössl (1.25\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4114\" data-end=\"4189\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4116\" data-end=\"4189\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4116\" data-end=\"4140\"\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2x Barlow lens, finder bracket, tools, manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4190\" data-end=\"4212\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4192\" data-end=\"4212\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4192\" data-end=\"4207\"\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: DS8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4214\" data-end=\"4217\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4219\" data-end=\"4239\" class=\"\"\u003eObserving Tip:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4240\" data-end=\"4615\" class=\"\"\u003eFor deep-sky observing, try using a wide-angle 30mm or 32mm eyepiece to explore extended nebulae like the North America Nebula or the Veil. Then shift to the included 10mm with the Barlow to study lunar rilles, Saturn's Cassini Division, or the Galilean moons in transit. The DS 8 strikes a beautiful balance—offering power when you need it and generous views when you don't.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spectrum Optical","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54440909635657,"sku":"D1281209","price":649.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/7974\/9961\/files\/1-1.webp?v=1746554487"},{"product_id":"spectrum-optical-ds-10-f-5-dobsonian-reflector-telescope","title":"Spectrum Optical DS 10\" f\/5 Dobsonian Reflector Telescope","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"521\" data-start=\"450\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"521\" data-start=\"450\"\u003eThe Light Bucket That Opens the Deep Sky—Without Breaking Your Back\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"917\" data-start=\"523\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"563\" data-start=\"527\"\u003eSpectrum Optical DS 10 Dobsonian\u003c\/strong\u003e is for observers ready to step into serious aperture territory. With a \u003cstrong data-end=\"671\" data-start=\"635\"\u003e10-inch (254mm) parabolic mirror\u003c\/strong\u003e, this telescope brings the cosmos to life in bold, high-contrast detail—offering a viewing experience that rivals what many consider “big league” astronomy, all in a package that remains manageable for one person to transport, set up, and enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1323\" data-start=\"919\"\u003eThis is a telescope that doesn’t just show you the sky—it immerses you in it. Compared to an 8\" model, the DS 10 gathers \u003cstrong data-end=\"1059\" data-start=\"1040\"\u003e60% more light\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering a substantial visual upgrade that becomes obvious the first time you turn it toward a galaxy cluster or rich star field. Dim planetary nebulae, subtle spiral structure in galaxies, the delicate lanes of the Veil Nebula—this is where they start to shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"1328\" data-start=\"1325\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"1360\" data-start=\"1330\"\u003eDeep Aperture, Fine Optics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1749\" data-start=\"1362\"\u003eAt the heart of the DS 10 is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1431\" data-start=\"1393\"\u003e254mm f\/5 parabolic primary mirror\u003c\/strong\u003e, precision-aligned and coated with \u003cstrong data-end=\"1509\" data-start=\"1467\"\u003eenhanced aluminum for 93% reflectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e. The fast f\/5 focal ratio gives this telescope a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1581\" data-start=\"1559\"\u003ewide field of view\u003c\/strong\u003e, perfect for sweeping nebulae and scanning rich Milky Way star clouds, while still delivering enough focal length for high-power planetary work when conditions permit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1933\" data-start=\"1751\"\u003eUnlike mass-market 10\" scopes with spherical mirrors, the DS 10 uses a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1847\" data-start=\"1822\"\u003etrue parabolic mirror\u003c\/strong\u003e, maintaining sharp focus across the entire field and minimizing off-axis aberrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"1938\" data-start=\"1935\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"1978\" data-start=\"1940\"\u003eBuilt for Smooth, Intuitive Motion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2124\" data-start=\"1980\"\u003eBig aperture doesn’t have to mean bulky or awkward. Spectrum Optical has done an impressive job keeping the mechanics elegant and user-friendly:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2659\" data-start=\"2126\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2332\" data-start=\"2126\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2332\" data-start=\"2128\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2151\" data-start=\"2128\"\u003eCurved spider vanes\u003c\/strong\u003e hold the secondary mirror without introducing the diffraction spikes common to straight-vane designs, delivering cleaner star images and less scattered light around bright objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2499\" data-start=\"2333\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2499\" data-start=\"2335\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2361\" data-start=\"2335\"\u003eAltitude tension knobs\u003c\/strong\u003e make it easy to balance the telescope when switching between lightweight eyepieces and heavier 2\" glass, without tools or counterweights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2659\" data-start=\"2500\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2659\" data-start=\"2502\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2529\" data-start=\"2502\"\u003eTeflon azimuth bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e on the rocker box ensure smooth, low-resistance motion across the sky, perfect for star hopping or panning through the Milky Way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"2664\" data-start=\"2661\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"2713\" data-start=\"2666\"\u003ePrecision Focus, Even at High Magnification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3064\" data-start=\"2715\"\u003eAt f\/5, focus is critical—and the DS 10 delivers with a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2811\" data-start=\"2771\"\u003e2\" dual-speed Crayford-style focuser\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 10:1 microfocus knob allows for \u003cstrong data-end=\"2875\" data-start=\"2849\"\u003eultra-fine adjustments\u003c\/strong\u003e, essential when observing subtle planetary detail or trying to get pinpoint stars across a wide field. The included \u003cstrong data-end=\"3009\" data-start=\"2992\"\u003e1.25\" adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you full compatibility with any modern eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"3069\" data-start=\"3066\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"3093\" data-start=\"3071\"\u003eWhat’s in the Box:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3487\" data-start=\"3095\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"3134\" data-start=\"3095\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3134\" data-start=\"3097\"\u003e10\" f\/5 optical tube assembly (OTA)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"3218\" data-start=\"3135\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3218\" data-start=\"3137\"\u003eDobsonian rocker base with Teflon pads and tension-controlled altitude bearings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"3268\" data-start=\"3219\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3268\" data-start=\"3221\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3251\" data-start=\"3221\"\u003eTwo 1.25\" Plössl eyepieces\u003c\/strong\u003e: 23mm and 10mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"3333\" data-start=\"3269\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3333\" data-start=\"3271\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3292\" data-start=\"3271\"\u003e1.25\" Barlow lens\u003c\/strong\u003e to double your eyepiece magnifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"3406\" data-start=\"3334\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3406\" data-start=\"3336\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3382\" data-start=\"3336\"\u003e8x50 straight-through optical finder scope\u003c\/strong\u003e with mounting bracket\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"3443\" data-start=\"3407\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3443\" data-start=\"3409\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3441\" data-start=\"3409\"\u003e2\" to 1.25\" eyepiece adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"3462\" data-start=\"3444\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3462\" data-start=\"3446\"\u003eAssembly tools\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"3487\" data-start=\"3463\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3487\" data-start=\"3465\"\u003ePrinted owner’s manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"3492\" data-start=\"3489\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"3523\" data-start=\"3494\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4154\" data-start=\"3525\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"3587\" data-start=\"3525\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3587\" data-start=\"3527\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3545\" data-start=\"3527\"\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/strong\u003e: Newtonian reflector on Dobsonian mount\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"3617\" data-start=\"3588\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3617\" data-start=\"3590\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3602\" data-start=\"3590\"\u003eAperture\u003c\/strong\u003e: 254mm (10\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"3646\" data-start=\"3618\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3646\" data-start=\"3620\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3636\" data-start=\"3620\"\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1250mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"3671\" data-start=\"3647\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3671\" data-start=\"3649\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3664\" data-start=\"3649\"\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e: f\/5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"3751\" data-start=\"3672\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3751\" data-start=\"3674\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3692\" data-start=\"3674\"\u003ePrimary Mirror\u003c\/strong\u003e: Parabolic, enhanced aluminum coating (93% reflectivity)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"3825\" data-start=\"3752\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3825\" data-start=\"3754\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3765\" data-start=\"3754\"\u003eFocuser\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2\" Crayford-style with 10:1 microfocus and 1.25\" adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"3925\" data-start=\"3826\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3925\" data-start=\"3828\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3842\" data-start=\"3828\"\u003eMount Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Alt-azimuth Dobsonian with adjustable altitude bearings and Teflon azimuth pads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"3986\" data-start=\"3926\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3986\" data-start=\"3928\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3944\" data-start=\"3928\"\u003eFinder Scope\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8x50 optical finder (straight-through)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"4043\" data-start=\"3987\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4043\" data-start=\"3989\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4011\" data-start=\"3989\"\u003eIncluded Eyepieces\u003c\/strong\u003e: 23mm and 10mm Plössl (1.25\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"4130\" data-start=\"4044\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4130\" data-start=\"4046\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4072\" data-start=\"4046\"\u003eAdditional Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2x Barlow lens, finder bracket, adapter, tools, manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"4154\" data-start=\"4131\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4154\" data-start=\"4133\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4148\" data-start=\"4133\"\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: DS10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"4159\" data-start=\"4156\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"4181\" data-start=\"4161\"\u003eObserving Tip:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"4572\" data-start=\"4182\"\u003eThe DS 10 is ideal for dark-sky observing, where its generous aperture can truly shine. 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