Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ 130mm f/5 Newtonian Reflector Telescope
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Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ 130mm f/5 Newtonian Reflector Telescope with German Equatorial Mount

SKU: CNAM130EQ MFR: 31045
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Key Features

  • Explore the cosmos with this Celestron telescope, boasting a large 130mm aperture.
  • Achieve impressive 307x magnification for detailed views of planets and celestial objects.
  • The CG-3 Equatorial mount provides smooth tracking for astronomy enthusiasts.
  • Enjoy easy setup & portability with the lightweight tripod, perfect for stargazing anywhere.
  • Optical quality ensures bright images, gathering 345x more light than the naked eye.
  • Includes StarPointer finderscope to easily locate stars and enhance your viewing experience.
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Shopper : are there more lenses for this model?ANDREW R : This unit should work with most 1.25" eyepieces
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?JM L : gran bebe birthday

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Review Summary

2009-01-20T19:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

"Decent telescope for the $"

Assembly was fairly straightforward. Not for the impatient type! Takes a little while to hone in on objects of interest that you can see with the naked eye.

Jarjar

2008-12-11T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope!

This is a great entry level scope. There are no Cons on this scope for its price range.

mhouser

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Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ Specifications

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  • Optical Design

    Newtonian Reflector

  • Aperture

    5.11" (130mm)

  • Focal Length

    25.6" (650mm)

  • Focal Ratio

    f/5

  • Focal Length of Eyepiece 1

    0.78" (20mm) with built-in erect image corrector

  • Magnification of Eyepiece 1

    33x

  • Focal Length of Eyepiece 2

    0.4" (10mm) standard

  • Magnification of Eyepiece 2

    65x

  • Finderscope

    Built-on StarPointer red dot finderscope

  • Star Diagonal

    None

  • Optical Tube

    Aluminum

  • Highest Useful Magnification

    307x

  • Lowest Useful Magnification

    19x

  • Limiting Stellar Magnitude

    13.1

  • Resolution (Rayleigh)

    1.07 arc seconds

  • Resolution (Dawes)

    0.89 arc seconds

  • Light Gathering Power

    345x (Compared to human eye)

  • Secondary Mirror Obstruction

    1.73" (44mm)

  • Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter

    0.34

  • Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area

    0.11

  • Optical Tube Length

    24" (610mm)

  • Dovetail

    CG-5 Dovetail bar

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  • Mount Type

    CG-3 Equatorial

  • Height adjustment range

    32 - 51" (812.8 - 1295.4mm) (includes mount and tripod)

  • Tripod Leg Diameter

    1.25" (31.75mm) steel

  • Accessory Tray

    Yes

  • Slew Speeds

    Manual

  • Dovetail Compatibility

    CG-5 saddle plate

  • Software

    Celestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software and SkyPortal App

  • Weight

    Tripod: 7.6 lbs (3.44kg)

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  • UPC Code

    050234310451

About Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ

FEATURED REVIEWS

Great scope!

By mhouser

This is a great entry level scope. There are no Cons on this scope for its price range.

Discover our Solar System with the Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ!

You'll be ready to observe in minutes thanks to the quick and easy no-tool setup. The 130EQ provides bright, clear images of the Moon, planets, star clusters, and more for great nighttime viewing.

Manual German Equatorial telescope

The AstroMaster mount comes with two slow motion control knobs that allow you to make fine pointing adjustments to the telescope in both Right Ascension and Declination axes, also referred to as RA and DEC.

CNAM130EQ

Accessories Included

Accessories include a 20mm and 10mm eyepiece, and a finderscope. The two eyepieces offer different magnifications for low and high powered views. The 20mm has a built-in erect image corrector.

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Starry Night Software

Download Celestron's Starry Night Software and learn about the night sky, celestial objects, and how to plan your next observing session. Celestron Starry Night Software is the premier astronomy software package on the market, providing resources and knowledge to view our solar system and beyond.

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Features

  • Manual German equatorial mount with setting circles - to locate and track sky objects
  • Adjustable, full height steel tripod with deluxe accessory tray
  • Quick and easy no-tool setup
  • Download Starry Night Basic Software with a 36,000 object database, printable sky maps and enhanced images including 3D renderings of stars, exoplanets, and galaxies

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 24 months for parts and 24 months for labor.

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User Manual

Key Features

  • Explore the cosmos with this Celestron telescope, boasting a large 130mm aperture.
  • Achieve impressive 307x magnification for detailed views of planets and celestial objects.
  • The CG-3 Equatorial mount provides smooth tracking for astronomy enthusiasts.
  • Enjoy easy setup & portability with the lightweight tripod, perfect for stargazing anywhere.
  • Optical quality ensures bright images, gathering 345x more light than the naked eye.
  • Includes StarPointer finderscope to easily locate stars and enhance your viewing experience.

What's in the box:

  • Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ 130mm f/5 Newtonian Reflector Telescope with German Equatorial Mount
  • Tripod and Mount
  • 20mm Eyepiece with Built-In Erect Image Corrector
  • Standard 10mm Eyepiece
  • Red-Dot Finderscope
  • Manual
  • (Barlow Lens Not Included)
  • Celestron 2 Year Limited Warranty