Explore Scientific FirstLight 130mm Newtonian Telescope with Twilight I Mount
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Explore Scientific FirstLight 130mm f/4.6 Newtonian Reflector with Twilight I Mount - FL-N130600MAZ01
Presenting the Explore Scientific FirstLight 130mm f/4.6 Newtonian Telescope with Twilight I Mount—a versatile gateway to celestial exploration.
Whether your passion is unveiling the mysteries of the solar system or immersing yourself in the beauty of deep-sky wonders, the FirstLight series offers tailored packages to meet your unique needs.
For those seeking a powerful and versatile Newtonian reflector telescope, this Explore Scientific FirstLight 130mm Newtonian Telescope with Twilight I Mount is an exceptional choice.
The Twilight I Alt-Az Mount, included with this FirstLight 130mm Newtonian Telescope, provides a sturdy and reliable platform for your astronomical explorations, making it an ideal companion for both beginners and seasoned stargazers.
As a bonus, every package includes a smartphone adapter, enabling you to effortlessly capture and share the cosmic beauty you encounter through the eyepiece.
The FirstLight N130mm Newtonian Telescope boasts a fast f/4.6 focal ratio with a 600mm focal length.
This configuration provides wide-field views and makes it superbly suited for both deep-sky exploration and lunar and planetary observation.
Included in the package are a Plossl 25mm eyepiece for versatile magnification options, a red-dot finder for precise object location, and a smartphone camera adapter for easy astrophotography.
With the FirstLight 130mm Newtonian & Twilight I Mount package, your astronomical journey only requires your desire to discover.
Features:
- 130mm Objective Lens: This telescope is equipped with a substantial 130mm (5.1 inches) objective lens, which provides impressive light-gathering capabilities. The larger objective lens diameter allows for the collection of more light, resulting in brighter and more detailed celestial observations.
- 250x Highest Useful Magnification: With a maximum useful magnification of 250x, this telescope offers the potential for high-powered observations. This capability allows for detailed views of lunar craters, planetary features, and various deep-sky objects, making it suitable for a wide range of celestial exploration.
- 600mm Focal Length: The telescope boasts a 600mm focal length, which, combined with the substantial aperture, delivers a fast focal ratio of f/4.6. This configuration allows for wide-field views.
- Fully Multi-Coated Lens: The optical elements of this telescope feature fully multi-coated lenses. These advanced coatings enhance light transmission, minimize reflections, and improve image contrast and brightness. As a result, you can expect sharp and vibrant images of celestial objects.
- Newtonian Optical Design: The telescope utilizes a Newtonian optical design, known for its simplicity and effectiveness. It features a parabolic primary mirror and a flat secondary mirror, resulting in high-resolution and detailed views of the night sky.
- Twilight I Mount: Included with the telescope is the sturdy Twilight I Mount, which provides stable alt-azimuth tracking. This mount is designed for easy setup and smooth navigation of the night sky, making it suitable for both novice and experienced astronomers.
- Plossl 25mm Eyepiece: The package includes a Plossl 25mm eyepiece, offering moderate magnification and a wide field of view. This versatile eyepiece allows for various celestial observations, from wide-field deep-sky viewing to lunar and planetary studies.
- Red-Dot Finder: A red-dot finder is included with the telescope to assist in accurately aligning and targeting celestial objects. It simplifies the process of locating and centering objects in the night sky.
- Smartphone Camera Adapter: As an added bonus, the package includes a smartphone camera adapter. This adapter allows you to easily attach your smartphone to the telescope, enabling you to capture and share your celestial observations with friends and family.
- Included Accessories: The package features Twilight I Alt-Az Mount for stable telescope support, a Plossl 25mm eyepiece for clear magnification view, a Red-dot finder for accurate celestial targeting, a Smartphone camera adapter for versatile astrophotography, all backed by a limited 1-year warranty for product assurance.
Recommended Upgrade:
Upgrade your stargazing experience with the Explore Scientific FirstLight 130mm f/4.6 Newtonian Telescope with Twilight I Mount Ultimate Bundle - a Red Carpet exclusive offer!
In this Ultimate Bundle upgrade, you'll receive four invaluable bonus accessories:
- ES Tirion Double-Sided Planisphere Star Map: for easy celestial navigation
- ES R-Lite Flashlight: to preserve your night vision
- Discovery 2x Barlow Lens: for enhanced magnification
- Explore One Moon Filter: for clearer lunar observations
Elevate your astronomy journey with these essential additions today!
What's Included:
✓ Explore FirstLight 114mm Newtonian Telescope
✓ Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Az Mount
✓ Plossl 25mm eyepiece
✓ Red-dot finder
✓ Smartphone camera adapter
✓ Limited 1 year warranty
Specifications:
| Item Number | FL-MC130600MAZ01 |
| Comes With | Smartphone Adapter, One 25 mm Plossl Eyepiece, Red Dot Viewfinder, Downloadable Software |
| Lens Coatings | Fully Multi-Coated |
| Magnification | 250x |
| Focal Length | 600mm |
| Focal Ratio | f/4.6 |
| Adapter | Smartphone Camera adapter |
| Optical Diameter | 130mm |
| Eyepiece | 25mm Plossl |
| Mount Type | Twilight I Alt/Az |