A 130mm Newtonian telescope package based on the award winning SkyWatcher 130 but with the addition of a motor drive system with handset that allows you to track objects in the night sky. More than capable of revealing fine detail on the Planets along with deep sky objects such as galaxies nebulae this fine instrument offers excellent performance and real affordability. Supplied complete and ready to use with tripod, mount, drive motor with multi speed handset, finderscope, two eyepieces and a barlow lens to double the power of the eyepieces. With 30% more light grasp than 114mm telescopes but at virtually the same price this package will show far more detail and reveal fainter objects.
SKY-WATCHER DELUXE MIRROR COATINGS
Silicon dioxide produces a much more durable coat than silicon monoxide but requires specialized equipment to apply it and is therefore more expensive. Protection is needed, because in most reflectors, the mirror is open to the elements and deterioration of the reflective layer reduces the resolution of the telescope. ALL Sky-Watcher reflectors are Multi-Coated with Silicon Dioxide as standard for Optimum Durability and Long Term Performance.
"Our first test on the Sky-Watcher Explorer-130 was to check the collimation of the mirrors, which we found were well aligned. This scope has one of the largest mirrors in its price range, which is a great asset because it means it can gather more light...Optically, the quality of the field of view while studying the star Altair was very good using the supplied 25mm eyepiece. The star remained sharp across 80 per cent of the view, with only slight distortion close to the field edges….Taking everything into account, this telescope made observing the night sky enjoyable and relatively hassle free.great views coupled with ease of use."
BBC Sky At Night Magazine
Specifications:
Magnifications (with optics supplied): x36, x72, x90, x180
Highest Practical Power (Potential): x260
Diameter of Primary Mirror: 130mm
Telescope Focal Length: 900mm (f/6.92)
Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
x2 Barlow Lens
Red Dot Finder
EQ2 Equatorial Mount
R.A. Motor Drive with Multi-Speed Handset (DC)
Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
30% more Light Gathering than 114mm
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