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Telescopes > Skywatcher > EQ-5 > Skywatcher Maksutov telescope MC 180/2700 SkyMax 180 EQ5 Pro SynScan GoTo
Product no.: 20278

Maksutov telescope MC 180/2700 SkyMax 180 EQ5 Pro SynScan GoTo

RRP: $ 2,610.00 Our price:
$ 2,380.00 incl. VAT, plus shipping costs
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This product is available in the following variants:
Type of build Price
EQ-6 Pro SynScan $ 3,240.00
EQ5 Pro SynScan $ 2,380.00
HEQ-5 Pro $ 3,030.00
OTA $ 1,540.00

Product description

More about the series EQ-5...

This high-quality Maksutov telescope provides an ideal basis for both planetary and DSO observing.

Its diameter makes it a 'fast' yet portable instrument. The Maksutov-Cassegrain system allows a long focal length to be combined with a relatively short OTA length. The central obstruction in the optics is minimal as the small secondary mirror has been directly vacuum deposited onto the meniscus lens. The meniscus lens gives very good contrast - for example ideal for planetary observing. The lens corrects for spherical aberration and its shape reduces chromatic aberration to a minimum. It comes supplied with a mounting plate.

The NEQ-5 Pro GoTo mount:

This mount is a further development of the EQ-5 Pro in a white design. It provides a solid platform for most medium-sized telescopes and is excellent for exploring the night sky. The polar elevation at the observing site can be set using the fine scale provided and adjusted perfectly by using two screws. A polar finder can be retrofitted. Fully equipped with motors in both axes and a SynScan hand control box to give you a complete GoTo mount: the NEQ-5 is suitable not only for visual observing, but also for getting started in astrophotography. With a little practice, you will soon be able to produce successful images of galaxies and nebulae.

Included in delivery:


  • NEQ-5 Pro GoTo mount
  • SynScan hand control box
  • pole finder
  • suitable counterweights
  • tubular steel tripod
  • extra brace with eyepiece tray

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)
180
Focal length (mm)
2700
Aperture ratio (f/)
15
Resolving capacity
0,64
Limit value (mag)
13,1
Light gathering capacity
660
Max. useful magnification
360
Tube weight (kg)
7
Tube construction
Full tube

Focuser


Type of build
primary mirror focusing
Connection ( to eyepiece)
2
Connecting threaded socket (camera-side)
SC

Mount


Type of build
EQ5 Pro SynScan
GoTo control
yes
Mounting type
Equatorial
Power supply
12
Power consumption (mA)
2000
Motors
Stepper motors
Load capacity (kg)
10

GoTo control


Alignment method
2-star, brightest star
Database
42.900
Precision
1
Hand Controller
SynScan
Tracking speeds
sideral, solar and lunar
Software
SynScan
Interfaces
USB 2.0
GoTo Language
multilingual

Tripod


Type
Tripod
Material
Steel
Canibelle
yes
Accessory plate
yes
Tripod leg diameter (mm)
45

Included accessories


Finder scope
9x50 WW
Deviating optics
2", 90° star diagonal
1.25'' eyepieces
20mm, 9mm
Eyepiece adaptor
1,25" - 2"
cigarette lighter socket
yes
Prism rail
Vixen-Style
Dew Shield
no
Counterweight (piece)
2
Polar finder scope <p>
yes

General


Series
EQ-5
shipping weight (kg)
38,2

Area of application


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

Recommended for


Beginners
yes
Advanced
yes
Observatories
no

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*All prices include VAT plus shipping costs.

Skywatcher Maksutov telescope MC 180/2700 SkyMax 180 EQ5 Pro SynScan GoTo
Optics
Skywatcher Maksutov telescope MC 180/2700 SkyMax 180 EQ5 Pro SynScan GoTo
SCHOTT AG, Germany
Skywatcher Maksutov telescope MC 180/2700 SkyMax 180 EQ5 Pro SynScan GoTo
Mount
Skywatcher Maksutov telescope MC 180/2700 SkyMax 180 EQ5 Pro SynScan GoTo
Hand Controller

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