Explore Scientific FirstLight 102mm Doublet Refractor Telescope - Ultimate Bundle Package - with Twilight I Mount and Bonus Accessories
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Explore FirstLight 102mm f/9.8 Doublet Refractor - Ultimate Bundle Package - with Twilight I Mount and Bonus Accessories
Discover the Explore Scientific FirstLight 102mm f/9.8 Doublet Refractor Telescope with the versatile Twilight I Mount—a gateway to celestial exploration like never before.
Whether you're captivated by the intricacies of our solar system or drawn to the allure of deep-sky wonders, the FirstLight series unveils customized observing packages to fulfill your unique desires.
Each configuration within this innovative line is meticulously crafted and encompasses all the essentials: a telescope, a robust mount, a quality eyepiece, and a red dot viewfinder.
Choose from a diverse range of telescopes, including achromatic refractors (70mm to 152mm), Maksutov-Cassegrains (100mm to 152mm), and Newtonian reflectors (114mm to an astonishing 203mm).
Mount options cater to your preferences, spanning from user-friendly fork-mounted alt-azimuth solutions to comprehensive GOTO tracking systems.
In addition to these features, every package now includes the Ultimate Bundle upgrade, which comprises the following essential accessories: the Tirion Double-Sided Planisphere Star Map, R-Lite Flashlight, Discovery 2x Barlow Lens, and Explore One Moon Filter, enriching your celestial experience.
Furthermore, enjoy the convenience of a smartphone adapter, allowing you to effortlessly capture and share the celestial marvels observed through your eyepiece.
With FirstLight, all you need to bring is your insatiable thirst for discovery.
The FirstLight AR102mm has White Tube Refractor, boasting a 1000mm focal length at f/9.8 and fully multi-coated lenses, delivers stunning optical performance, paired with the Twilight I Alt/Az mount, it also features a 2.5" Hexagonal Focuser, a 2" 90° Diagonal, a versatile Plossl 25mm eyepiece, an HD132 Red-dot Finder, and a Smartphone Camera adapter, further elevating your observing experience and enabling you to document and share your celestial adventures with ease.
Features:
- 102mm Aperture: This telescope boasts a substantial 102mm objective lens, allowing for impressive light-gathering capabilities. This feature enables clear and detailed observations of celestial objects, catering to both beginners and experienced astronomers.
- 175x Maximum Useful Magnification: With a maximum useful magnification of 175x, this telescope offers versatility in exploring celestial targets. This magnification range allows for detailed observations of lunar features, planets, and deep-sky objects.
- 1000mm Focal Length: The telescope features a generous 1000mm focal length, providing an optimal balance between wide-field views and high-resolution observations. This focal length offers a versatile platform for various celestial studies.
- Fully Multi-Coated Optics: The telescope's optics are fully multi-coated to enhance light transmission, reduce glare, and minimize internal reflections. This ensures observers can enjoy clear, high-contrast images with accurate color rendition.
- Twilight I Mount: The telescope is mounted on a stable Twilight I Mount, designed for smooth alt-azimuth movements. This makes it suitable for tracking celestial objects as they traverse the night sky.
- 2.5" Hexagonal Focuser: Equipped with a precision 2.5" Hexagonal Focuser, this telescope allows for precise focusing, enabling observers to attain sharp and detailed views of celestial objects.
- 2" 90° Diagonal: The package includes a 2" 90° diagonal, offering comfortable viewing angles and facilitating relaxed stargazing sessions. This reduces neck strain during extended observations.
- Plossl 25mm Eyepiece: An included Plossl 25mm eyepiece provides versatile magnification for various celestial objects. It strikes a balance between a wide field of view and detailed observations.
- HD132 Red-Dot Finder: The telescope features an HD132 Red-Dot Finder, simplifying the process of locating celestial objects in the night sky. This aids in precise alignment and targeting.
- Smartphone Camera Adapter: Included is a Smartphone Camera Adapter that enhances the telescope's functionality. It allows users to connect their smartphones, transforming them into powerful tools for capturing and sharing stunning images of celestial objects and observations.
- Tirion Double-Sided Planisphere Star Map: The Tirion Planisphere is your trusty celestial navigator, featuring a double-sided star map that simplifies stargazing. It's an invaluable tool for identifying constellations and stars, helping you explore the night sky with ease.
- R-Lite Flashlight: The R-Lite Flashlight is your nocturnal companion, emitting a soft red light that preserves your night vision during stargazing sessions. It ensures you can read star charts, adjust equipment, and navigate without disrupting your dark-adapted eyes.
- Discovery 2x Barlow Lens: Elevate your telescope's magnification capabilities with the Discovery 2x Barlow Lens. This essential accessory doubles the power of your eyepieces, allowing you to get even closer to celestial wonders, such as planets and distant galaxies, for more detailed observations.
- Explore One Moon Filter: Enhance lunar observations with the Explore One Moon Filter, reducing the brightness of the Moon to reveal more surface details and lunar features. This filter ensures that your lunar encounters are sharp and crystal clear, bringing the Moon's captivating landscapes into focus.
What's Included:
✓ ES FirstLight 80mm Refractor Telescope
✓ Twilight I Mount
✓ Plossl 25mm Eyepiece
✓ 2" 90° Diagonal
✓ HD132 Red-Dot Finder
✓ Smartphone Camera Adapter
✓ Tirion Double-Sided Planisphere
✓ R-Lite Flashlight
✓ Discovery 2x Barlow Lens
✓ Explore One Moon Filter
✓ Limited 1 year warranty
Product Specification:
| Item Number | FL-AR1021000MAZ01-UB |
| Comes With | Smartphone Adapter, One 25 mm Plossl Eyepiece, Red Dot Viewfinder, Downloadable Software, Astro R-Lite Red Flashlight, Tirion Double Sided Planisphere, Discovery 2x Barlow Lens, and Explore One Moon Filter |
| Magnification | 175x |
| Focal Length | 1000mm focal length |
| Focal Ratio | f/9.8 |
| Adapter | 2.5" Hexagonal Focuser; 2" 90° Diagonal |
| Optical Diameter | 102 |
| Eyepiece (Included) | 25mm Plossl |
| Mount Type | Twilight I Alt/Az mount |
Explore Scientific 102mm Doublet Refractor Telescope Ultimate Bundle Package with Twilight I Mount Product Manual:
