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Maksutov telescope MC 127/1540 Starmax EQ-3

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Product description

The Orion MC 127/1540 telescope:

With its 127mm aperture, this very power full but compact OTA collects almost twice as much light as a reflector of only 90mm aperture. It gives very high-contrast images, showing a lot of detail when planetary observing and even permits deep sky observing. The OTA is really light at only 3.2 kg, allowing easy transport away from light polluted cities to darker observing sites. Its low weight also makes it suitable as a spotting scope for nature watching. In contrast to the very expensive camera adaptors for classic spotting scopes low-cost adaptors are available, for example, for photographing small birds. Of course, you can also do astrophotography with this telescope and take great Lunar and planetary images. Also, its attractive red design makes this telescope visually a little gem.

The advantages in a nutshell:

  • compact, lightweight optics
  • high-contrast image
  • suitable for photography and nature watching

The EQ-3-2 mount:

This parallactic mount is already provided with the means for aligning the optics precisely on the Pole Star. It can be set to the correct polar elevation and geographic latitude for any observing site. Objects can be precisely positioned in the field of view using the flexible slow-motions and then tracked in both right ascension and declination. A counterweight ensures precise balancing of the optics. The mount provides a stable base for most small to medium-sized optics and is ideal for exploring the night sky. Motors are available for the EQ-3-2 to provide automatic tracking, which will then also your first experiments in astrophotography possible. The aluminium tripod is extendable and can be adjusted to a height of from 71 to 121cm. An accessory tray has room for eyepieces and other items.

Included with the mount:


  • sturdy aluminium tripod (height adjustable from 71 to 121 cm)
  • accessory tray
  • suitable counterweight

It not only matters which telescope you buy but also where you buy it. Our additional services:

  • We are a leading telescope dealer and know the devices we sell. Our customer service team will gladly help you after your purchase if you have problems with assembly or operation.
  • We provide a copy of the 80-page Telescope ABC beginners handbook with every telescope.
  • We also provide an edition of the exciting astronomy magazine, “Sterne und Weltraum” with each telescope.

Our expert comment:

Maksutov telescopes have their own thread, which is different to the SC thread. This means that an additional Adapter is required. Using this, then makes the extensive range of accessories for Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes available for use.

(Bernd Gährken)

Specifications

Optics


Type
Reflector
Type of build
Maksutov
Aperture (mm)
127
Focal length (mm)
1540
Aperture ratio (f/)
12,1
Resolving capacity
0,91
Limit value (mag)
12,3
Light gathering capacity
330
Max. useful magnification
250
Tube construction
Full tube

Focuser


Type of build
SC thread
Connection ( to eyepiece)
1,25"

Mount


Type of build
EQ-3
Mounting type
Equatorial
GoTo control
no

Tripod


Material
Aluminium
Type
Tripod

Included accessories


1.25'' eyepieces
PL 25mm
Finder scope
6x30
Deviating optics
1.25", 90° star diagonal
Miscellaneous
Carry case

General


Series
Starmax

Area of application


Moon & Planets
yes
Nebulae & galaxies
yes
Astrophotography
no
Nature Observation
not recommended
Sun
not recommended (Only with appropriate Sun filter)

Recommended for


Beginners
no
Advanced
yes
Observatories
no

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Orion Maksutov telescope MC 127/1540 Starmax EQ-3
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Orion Maksutov telescope MC 127/1540 Starmax EQ-3

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