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Celestron Astromaster 130mm EQ, 5" Newtonian Reflector Telescope, 650mm f/5 Focal Length with German Equatorial Mount

Mfr. Part: 31045     SKU: CNAM130EQ

Celestron Astromaster 130mm EQ, 5" Newtonian Reflector Telescope, 650mm f/5 Focal Length with German Equatorial Mount
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Item Includes

130mm (5") diameter Newtonian reflector, 650mm focal length (f/5), German equatorial mount (CG-3) with RA and DEC slow-motion controls and setting circles, built-on Star Pointer finderscope, 20mm erect image eyepiece (33x), 10mm eyepiece (65x) 1.25", adjustable height 1.25" steel leg tripod with accessory tray, "The Sky Level 1" CD-ROM

Description

Designed for the first time buyer... Offering exceptional value, the AstroMaster series features a compact and portable design with ample optical performance to excite any newcomer to the world of amateur astronomy.

Alt-Az models have a convenient pan handle with built-in clutch for easy targeting and smooth motion. This style of mount is great for viewing nature and celestial objects.

The German Equatorial mount is a good choice for viewing stars, nebulae, star clusters, and planets. A built-in setting circle aids in locating these objects.

Locate and identify thousands of celestial objects on your laptop or PC with "The Sky" Level 1 software included FREE with every AstroMaster model.

Which AstroMaster model best fits your needs? If you're looking for a dual-purpose telescope appropriate for both terrestrial and celestial viewing, then the AstroMaster Series is for you. Each AstroMaster model is capable of giving correct views of land and sky.

The AstroMaster Series produce bright, clear images of the Moon and planets. It is easy to see the moons of Jupiter and the rings of Saturn with every one of these fine instruments. For views of the brighter deep space objects like galaxies and nebulae, we recommend the larger aperture and light gathering ability of the Newtonian reflectors.

If your interest is strictly watching whales, spotting birds, viewing nature, orchecking out your favorite star or planet the altazimuth-mounted models are ideal. Alt-Az models have a convenient pan handle with built-in clutch for easy targeting and smooth motion.

Models featuring the German Equatorial mount are a good choice for viewing stars, nebulae, star clusters, and planets. Built-in setting circle aids in locating these objects.

When used for astronomical viewing, AstroMasters yield breathtaking views of the Moon, Saturn with its ring structure, Jupiter and its belts and moons, nebulae and star clusters.

Every instrument features all glass optical elements as well as smooth operating steel tripod mountings featuring manual motion controls. All models feature coated optics for enhanced image brightness and clarity.

Features

Quick and easy no-tool setup
Permanently mounted StarPointer
Erect image optics , Ideal for terrestrial and astronomical use
Quick release dovetail attachment, no tool setup
Pan handle Alt-Az control with clutch, for smooth and accurate pointing (21061, 21063 & 31043)
German Equatorial Mount with Setting circles to accurately locate and track sky objects (21062, 31035, 21064, 31042 & 31045)
Rugged pre-assembled tripod with 1.25" steel tube legs Provides a rigid and stable platform
All coated glass optics for clear, crisp images
Deluxe accessory tray for convenient storage of accessories
The Sky,Level 1 planetarium software with 10,000 object database and enhanced images

Specifications

Item30145
Aperture130mm (5")
TypeNewtonian Reflector
Focal Length650mm f/5
Eyepieces
20mm (33x)
10mm (65x)
Mount TypeCG-3 Equatorial
CoatingAluminum
Weight24 lbs
  
 
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