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Large aperture Maksutov Cassegrains are renowned for their high contrast optics and ability to resolve fine Planetary detail as well as split double stars right down to the theoretical limit of the aperture. The SkyWatcher PRO versions are no exception and boast features you would usually only see on exotic hand made instruments costing several times that of this fine range. The optics are all fully multi coated and the glass is sourced from the world leader in precision optical glass - Schott. The focusers are precision engineered and super smooth and the tubes themselves are all aluminium.Polar scope includedRadiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ) Mirror CoatingPrimary mirror and secondary mirror with Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ) coating providing up to 94% reflectivity with optimal durability and long term performance.
Large aperture Maksutov Cassegrains are renowned for their high contrast optics and ability to resolve fine Planetary detail as well as split double stars right down to the theoretical limit of the aperture. The SkyWatcher PRO versions are no exception and boast features you would usually only see on exotic hand made instruments costing several times that of this fine range. The optics are all fully multi coated and the glass is sourced from the world leader in precision optical glass - Schott. The focusers are precision engineered and super smooth and the tubes themselves are all aluminium.PRO-SERIES is the name for the new generation of professional quality telescopes and mounts of the Sky-Watcher range, targeted at the most discerning and critical observers.PRO-SERIES products are manufactured to extremely high levels of optical and mechanical precision, undergoing very strict quality control procedures and testing by specially assigned technicians, to ensure the highest standards of quality and performance are consistently maintained. EQ5 SYNSCAN“The first impressions of the assembly were of reassuring stability…The 3-star alignment is a great feature of the Go-To facility. Every time we set up, it accurately place the item we wanted in the field of view of our 25mm eyepiece. The more it was used, the easier is was to go straight to an object or star…The alignment process could not be simpler…In all, the alignment process works so well that you can be on a selected object and tracking it accurately within minutes….”BBC SKY AT NIGHT MAGAZINE Alignment Method: One-Star Alignment, Two-Star Alignment, Three-Star Alignment Pointing Accuracy: Up to 1 arc min Object Catalogues: Messier, IC, NGC, Caldwell 13740 Object Database: Including Planets, Named Stars, Double Stars, Variable Stars & User-Defined Objects Backlash compensation Periodic Error Correction Premium PC Interface: ASCOM compatible, Nexstar-5i compatible protocol and command set User-tunable LCD contrast, LED backlight and buzzer volume150mm 6” (f/1800) Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope Highest Practical Power (Potential): x450 Diameter of Primary Mirror: 150mm Telescope Focal Length: 1800mm (f/12) Eyepiece Supplied 28mm 2" 9x50 Finderscope & Bracket 2.0" Star Diagonal Focusing by Moving Primary Mirror Dovetail Mounting Bar EQ5 SynScanTM Computerised GOTO Equatorial Mount (Requires 12 volt DC Power Supply) Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder 1.75" Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod with Accessory Tray
Friendly helpful team and a great scope. You can buy scopes anywhere, what stood out about this purchase is the service from Harrison Telescopes. The scope was on my doorstep in less than 48 hours. Highly recommend the scope, mount and Harrison telescopes. (04/09/2022) Garry Street - Evesham, UK
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