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Telescope AC 102/1000 EvoStar BD EQ3-2 Set

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Product description

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This telescope set has been put together for you by our experts. It consists of the following:

The EQ3-2 mount:

This mount is a further development of the EQ-3 mount designed in white. It provides a stable base for most medium-sized optics and is ideal for exploring the night sky. Once you have aligned the parallactic mount with the Pole Star, you can easily sight on an object, adjust it in the field of view and track it using the flexible slow-motions. Fine adjustment is possible in both right ascension and declination. The polar elevation at the observing site can be set using the fine scale provided and adjusted perfectly by using two screws. Both polar finder and electric motors plus a control can be retrofitted to both axes: the EQ3-2 is suitable not only for visual observing, but also for getting started in astrophotography. With optional add-ons such as the motor kit or GoTo upgrade kit, long exposure astrophotography also becomes possible. With a little practice, you will soon be able to produce successful images of galaxies and nebulae.

Included with the mount:


  • mount with manual adjustment knobs
  • extra brace with eyepiece tray
  • suitable counterweights

This telescope comes complete with a light aluminium tripod, so the total weight of the telescope is lower than if a tubular steel tripod was used, making it easier to transport.

The AC 102/1000: Thanks to its long focal length, this refracting telescope is ideally suited to lunar and planetary observations. The 102 millimetre obstruction-free aperture provides good resolution without diffraction caused by a secondary mirror found in e.g. Newtonian telescopes.

Due to the relatively large aperture, bright nebulae or galaxies are also within reach. Follow in the footsteps of Charles Messier (1730-1817) and observe all of the objects in his famouscatalogue of nebular objects. It is also worth mentioning the very low colour aberration resulting from its generous focal ratio.

The advantages at a glance:

  • Low colour aberration
  • Solid drawtube
  • Ideally suited for lunar and planetary observations

It not only matters which telescope you buy but also where you buy it. Our additional services:

  • We are a leading telescope dealer and know the devices we sell. Our customer service team will gladly help you after your purchase if you have problems with assembly or operation.
  • We provide a copy of the 80-page Telescope ABC beginners handbook with every telescope.

Specifications

Optics


Type
Refractor
Type of build
Achromat
Aperture (mm)
102
Focal length (mm)
1000
Aperture ratio (f/)
9,8
Resolving capacity
1,13
Limit value (mag)
11,8
Light gathering capacity
212
Max. useful magnification
204
Tube material
Aluminium
Tube length (mm)
943
Tube weight (kg)
3,48
Tube construction
Full tube

Focuser


Type of build
Gear rack
Connection ( to eyepiece)
2

Mount


Type of build
EQ3-2
GoTo control
no
Mounting type
Equatorial

Tripod


Type
Tripod
Material
Aluminium
Height (cm)
71-123

Included accessories


Finder scope
6x30
Deviating optics
2", 90° star diagonal
Eyepiece adaptor
1,25" & 2"
1.25'' eyepieces
26mm, 10mm
Counterweights (kg)
5,2
Camera adaptor
Piggyback

General


Series
EvoStar
Total weight (kg)
22,15
Special recommendation
yes

Area of application


Moon & Planets
yes
Nebulae & galaxies
yes
Astrophotography
yes
Nature Observation
not recommended
Sun
not recommended (Only with appropriate Sun filter)

Recommended for


Beginners
yes
Advanced
no
Observatories
no

Product safety

manufacturer: Pacific Telescope Corp, 160-11880 Hammersmith Way, V7A 5C8 Richmond BC, CA, www.skywatcher.com
resp_person: NIMAX GmbH, Otto-Lilienthal-Str. 9, 86899 Landsberg am Lech, DE, [email protected]

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Skywatcher Telescope AC 102/1000 EvoStar BD EQ3-2 Set

A detailed view of the rack and pinion focuser, star diagonal with eyepiece adapter and finder scope

Skywatcher Telescope AC 102/1000 EvoStar BD EQ3-2 Set

A robust mount with knobs for manual fine positioning and tracking of objects

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