Explore Scientific FirstLight 114mm Newtonian Telescope w/ Twilight Nano Mount
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Explore Scientific FirstLight 114mm f/4.3 Newtonian Telescope w/ Twilight Nano Mount - FL-N114500TN
Presenting the Explore Scientific FirstLight 114mm f/4.3 Newtonian Telescope paired with the Twilight Nano Mount.
Whether your astronomical interests lie in unraveling the mysteries of our solar system or embarking on celestial journeys through the deep sky, the FirstLight series offers a versatile selection of observation packages tailored to meet your specific needs.
Each of these comprehensive packages includes all the essential components: a telescope, a robust mount, an eyepiece, and a red dot viewfinder.
The telescope options encompass achromatic refractors spanning apertures from 70mm to 152mm, Maksutov-Cassegrains ranging from 100mm to 152mm, and Newtonian reflectors covering the impressive aperture range of 114mm to 203mm.
The available mounts cater to diverse preferences, ranging from a straightforward fork-mounted alt-azimuth configuration to a full-fledged GOTO tracking system.
As an added bonus, every package includes a convenient smartphone adapter, enabling you to effortlessly capture and share the captivating sights you encounter through your eyepiece.
With FirstLight, your only requirement is a burning curiosity for exploration.
The FirstLight N114mm (4.5-inch) Newtonian telescope boasts a 500mm focal length with an ultra-fast f/4.3 ratio.
It comes complete with the Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount, a 40mm draw tube focuser, a Plossl 25mm eyepiece, a Red-dot Finder, and a Smartphone Camera adapter for a fully immersive observing experience.
Features:
- 114mm Objective Lens: The telescope is equipped with a generous 114mm (4.5 inches) objective lens, which gathers a substantial amount of light to provide clear and detailed views of celestial objects.
- 225x Highest Useful Magnification: With a maximum useful magnification of up to 225x, this telescope allows you to zoom in on distant celestial targets, making it ideal for observing planets, the Moon, and deep-sky objects.
- 500mm Focal Length: Featuring a 500mm focal length, this Newtonian telescope provides a moderately wide field of view, making it versatile for various astronomical observations. The shorter focal length also means it's well-suited for astrophotography.
- Fully Multi-Coated Lens: The optics of the telescope are fully multi-coated. This advanced optical coating technology enhances light transmission, reduces glare, and improves image contrast, resulting in crisp and vibrant views of the cosmos.
- Twilight Nano Mount: The included Twilight Nano Mount offers stable support for the telescope. It features alt-azimuth movement, making it easy to track celestial objects as they move across the night sky. This mount is both user-friendly and robust.
- 40mm Draw Tube Focuser: The telescope comes with a 40mm draw tube focuser, which allows for precise and smooth focusing adjustments, ensuring that you can achieve optimal sharpness when observing celestial objects.
- Plossl 25mm Eyepiece: Included in the package is a Plossl 25mm eyepiece. Plossl eyepieces are known for their excellent image quality and comfortable viewing experience, making it a valuable accessory for your observations.
- Red-Dot Finder: The telescope features a red-dot finder, a handy tool that aids in quickly aligning your telescope with celestial objects. It simplifies the process of locating and centering targets in your eyepiece.
- Smartphone Camera Adapter: Enhancing your observing experience, the package also includes a smartphone camera adapter. This adapter allows you to attach your smartphone to the telescope, enabling you to capture stunning images and videos of the night sky with ease.
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Recommended Upgrade:
Upgrade your stargazing experience with the Explore Scientific FirstLight 114mm Newtonian Telescope with Twilight Nano 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 Scientific 114mm Newtonian Telescope
✓ Twilight Nano mount
✓ Plossl 25mm eyepiece
✓ Red-dot finder
✓ Smartphone camera adapter
✓ Limited 1 year warranty
Specifications:
| Item Number | FL-N114500TN |
| Comes With | Smartphone Adapter, One 25 mm Plössl Eyepiece, Red Dot Viewfinder, Downloadable Software |
| Lens Coatings | Full Coating |
| Magnification | 225x |
| Focal Length | 500mm focal length |
| Focal Ratio | f/4.3 |
| Adapter | 40mm draw tube focuser |
| Parabolic Primary Mirror Diameter | 114mm |
| Eyepiece | 25 mm Plossl |
| Mount Type | Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount |
Explore Scientific 114mm Newtonian Telescope with Twilight Nano Mount Product Manual:
