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Maksutov telescope MC 102/1300 SkyMax BD AZ-S GoTo

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The MC 102/1300 telescope: This telescope is an ideal companion for trips and is suitable both for astronomy and for use as a reflector spotting scope for nature watching. This telescope is also super for letting children take their first steps in observing the night sky. The extremely compact design fits into virtually any hand luggage and is also known for the very high-contrast image it produces. Its 102mm aperture collects much more light than its 90mm little brother - the light collecting capacity is 212X more than the naked eye alone (for a 7mm exit pupil). Although the overall length is only 28cm, it has a long focal length of 1300mm resulting in an aperture ratio of f12.7.

Astronomically, this telescope has had a lot to offer: with a resolution of 1.13 arc seconds, planets become beautiful objects to observe. Exploring deep sky objects such as the Orion Nebula or the summer Milky Way is also highly enjoyable. This telescope also provides an appropriately low priced alternative as a spotting scope for nature watching. Many classic spotting scopes only start to include adapters for use with a camera at the higher end of the market, at several hundred Euros. This telescope is different: it comes with a large range of adaptations for nature photography included. The 1300mm focal length means that low cost bird photography is possible. The built-in T-2 thread allows the simple connection of an SLR camera. And, for astrophotography, you can also take shots of the Moon for example. The focusing sharpness is set by adjusting a knob on the side which moves the primary mirror forwards or backwards. This type of focusing mechanism provides a large back focus, enabling a wide range of add-on options to be used.

The advantages in a nutshell:

  • compact telescope with long focal length and 102mm aperture
  • high contrast image
  • 1.25" connection with T-2 thread
  • nature watching and photography possible

The mount AZ-S GoTo:

This one-arm mount is equipped with a Computerhandbox that can automatically trigger thousands of celestial objects. The operation of the controller is very simple. To calibrate the device in the sky, no extensive knowledge of the starry sky is necessary. Just point at three bright stars - the rest makes the control system. Anyone who wants it simple and easy is right with this device. The mount is quick to set up and after a few nights of practice, you can use its full potential. The software offers you nearly 40,000 objects. Get to star clusters, galaxies, planetary nebulae, or come close to the resolution limit of the device on double stars.

Delivery of the mount includes:

  • motorized mount AZ-S with GoTo controller
  • Hand controller for controlling the motors and control of the tracker
  • Steady steel tripod (height adjustable from 71cm to 121cm)
  • Storage Area

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.

Specifications

Optics


Type
Reflector
Type of build
Maksutov
Aperture (mm)
102
Focal length (mm)
1300
Aperture ratio (f/)
12,7
Resolving capacity
1,13
Limit value (mag)
11,8
Light gathering capacity
212
Max. useful magnification
204
Tube construction
Full tube
Tube weight (kg)
2

Reflector


Main mirror´s construction
spherical
secondary mirror design
spherical

Focuser


Type of build
primary mirror focusing
Connection ( to eyepiece)
1,25"
Connecting threaded socket (camera-side)
T2

Mount


GoTo control
yes
Type of build
AZ-S
Mounting type
Azimuthal
Power supply
12
Power consumption (mA)
1200
Motors
Servomotors
Load capacity (kg)
5
Weight (kg)
4,5

GoTo control


Alignment method
2-star, brightest star
Database
42.900
Precision
10
Hand Controller
SynScan
Tracking speeds
sideral, solar and lunar
Software
SynScan
GoTo Language
multilingual
Interfaces
USB 2.0

Tripod


Material
Steel
Type
Tripod
Canibelle
yes
Accessory plate
yes
Max. tripod height (cm)
115
Min. tripod height (cm)
63

Included accessories


Finder scope
6x30
1.25'' eyepieces
25mm, 10mm
Barlow Lens
2x
Deviating optics
1.25", 90° star diagonal
Battery compartment
yes

General


Series
AZ-S
Special recommendation
yes
Total weight (kg)
10

Area of application


Moon & Planets
yes
Nebulae & galaxies
yes
Nature Observation
yes
Astrophotography
no (Moon & Planets)
Sun
no (Only with appropriate Sun filter)

Recommended for


Beginners
yes
Advanced
yes
Observatories
no

Miscellaneous


Battery type
Mignon (AA, LR6)

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*All prices include VAT plus shipping costs.

Skywatcher Maksutov telescope MC 102/1300 SkyMax BD AZ-S GoTo
Skywatcher Maksutov telescope MC 102/1300 SkyMax BD AZ-S GoTo

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