Explore Scientific FirstLight 102mm Doublet Refractor - Ultimate Bundle Package - with EXOS EQ Nano Mount and Bonus Accessories
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Explore FirstLight 102mm f/9.8 Doublet Refractor - Ultimate Bundle Package - with EXOS EQ Nano Mount and Bonus Accessories
Presenting the Explore Scientific FirstLight 102mm f/9.8 Doublet Refractor Telescope with the EXOS EQ Nano Mount—a stellar combination for your celestial explorations.
From diving into the intricacies of our solar system to embarking on a journey through captivating cosmic wonders, the FirstLight series provides an array of observation packages tailored to your unique preferences.
Each package includes the quintessential components: a telescope, a robust mount, an eyepiece, and a red dot viewfinder.
Select from a range of telescopes, including achromatic refractors (70mm to 152mm), Maksutov-Cassegrains (100mm to 152mm), and Newtonian reflectors (114mm to an impressive 203mm).
Mount options cater to diverse preferences, from straightforward fork-mounted alt-azimuth setups to comprehensive GOTO tracking systems.
As part of the Ultimate Bundle upgrade, each package now includes the essential accessories: the Tirion Double-Sided Planisphere Star Map, R-Lite Flashlight, Discovery 2x Barlow Lens, and Explore One Moon Filter, enhancing your celestial experience.
Plus, enjoy the convenience of a smartphone adapter for seamless capture and sharing of the cosmic beauty you encounter.
With FirstLight, all you need is a passion for exploration.
The FirstLight AR102mm White Tube Refractor features a 1000mm focal length at f/9.8, showcasing fully multi-coated glass optics.
Complemented by the EXOS Nano EQ3 German Equatorial mount, this package includes a 40mm draw tube focuser, a 1.25" 90° Diagonal, a versatile Plossl 25mm eyepiece, an HD132 Red-dot Finder, and a Smartphone Camera adapter, elevating your astronomical adventures to new heights.
Features:
- Impressive 102mm Aperture: The telescope features a substantial 102mm (4 inches) objective lens, providing exceptional light-gathering capabilities. This larger diameter enhances image brightness and detail for vivid celestial observations.
- Maximum Useful Magnification of 175x: Unleashing a maximum useful magnification of 175x, this telescope allows for detailed exploration of celestial objects. Ideal for observing the moon, planets, and select deep-sky wonders, it reveals intricate details with clarity.
- Generous 1000mm Focal Length: With a generous 1000mm focal length, this telescope brings distant objects closer, delivering high-resolution images. This extended focal length enables more detailed views of astronomical subjects.
- Advanced Fully Multi-Coated Optics: The optics of this telescope are fully multi-coated, featuring multiple layers of anti-reflective coatings on the lenses. This minimizes glare and maximizes light transmission, resulting in sharp, high-contrast images with minimal optical aberrations.
- Precision Doublet Refractor Design: The telescope incorporates a doublet refractor design, composed of two lens elements. This design effectively minimizes chromatic aberration, enhancing color accuracy and sharpness in your observations.
- Stable EXOS EQ Nano Mount: The telescope is accompanied by the EXOS EQ Nano Mount, offering a stable and precise platform for your observations. This equatorial mount facilitates tracking celestial objects as they move across the night sky, allowing for easier tracking.
- Smooth 40mm Draw Tube Focuser: Equipped with a 40mm draw tube focuser, the telescope enables precise focusing to capture fine details in your observations. The smooth operation enhances your overall viewing experience.
- Convenient 1.25" 90° Diagonal: Included in the package is a 1.25-inch 90-degree diagonal, providing comfortable and convenient viewing at various angles. This accessory promotes ergonomic use of the telescope, especially during extended observations.
- Versatile Plossl 25mm Eyepiece: The package incorporates a Plossl 25mm eyepiece, offering moderate magnification for a wide field of view. This eyepiece is well-suited for various astronomical observations.
- Efficient HD132 Red-Dot Finder: The telescope is equipped with an HD132 Red-dot Finder, simplifying the process of locating and centering celestial objects in your field of view. This feature aids in quickly aligning your telescope with the desired target.
- Seamless Smartphone Camera Adapter: The included smartphone camera adapter allows you to easily attach your smartphone to the telescope, enabling effortless capture and sharing of your astronomical observations.
- Tirion Double-Sided Planisphere Star Map: Navigate the cosmos with confidence using the Tirion Planisphere. Featuring a double-sided star map, it simplifies stargazing, making it a crucial tool for identifying constellations and stars, and enhancing your exploration of the night sky.
- R-Lite Flashlight: Your trusty companion after dark, the R-Lite Flashlight emits a soft red light that preserves your night vision during stargazing sessions. It allows you to read star charts, adjust equipment, and navigate without disrupting your dark-adapted eyes.
- Discovery 2x Barlow Lens: Unlock new levels of magnification with the Discovery 2x Barlow Lens. This indispensable accessory doubles the power of your eyepieces, bringing you closer to celestial wonders like planets and distant galaxies for exceptionally detailed observations.
- Explore One Moon Filter: Elevate your lunar observations with the Explore One Moon Filter. By reducing the Moon's brightness, it unveils intricate surface details and features. This filter ensures sharp and crystal-clear views, providing a closer look at the Moon's captivating landscapes.
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What's Included:
✓ ES FirstLight 102mm Doublet Refractor
✓ EXOS Nano EQ3 Mount
✓ Plossl 25mm Eyepiece
✓ 1.25" 90° Diagonal
✓ 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-AR1021000EQ3-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, Explore One Moon Filter |
| Magnification | 175X |
| Focal Length | 1000mm focal length |
| Focal Ratio | f/9.8 |
| Adapter | 40mm draw tube focuser; 1.25" 90° Diagonal |
| Optical Diameter | 102 |
| Eyepiece (Included) | 25mm Plossl |
| Mount Type | EXOS Nano EQ3 German Equatorial mount |