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Product no.: 21953

Telescope AC 102/500 Startravel OTA

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This product is available in the following variants:
Type of build Price
AZ-3 $ 351.00
AZ5 $ 610.00
EQ-1 $ 351.00
OTA $ 319.00

Product description

More about the series StarTravel...

The Sky-Watcher AC 102/500 telescope:

An uncomplicated instrument of very short length for viewing the heavens or for terrestrial observing. With a 102mm objective lens, this telescope allows a glimpse of the vastness of the universe at an affordable price. Its short focal length means it can be called a 'rich field' telescope, which allows great wide angle observing. This refractor is has more resolution than a 70mm, meaning you can see greater detail when planetary observing. The resolution is 1.14 arc-seconds. Experience the Andromeda Galaxy or the Orion Nebula almost three-dimensionally, because the gigantic field of view turns your observing into a space walk.

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 of build
Achromat
Aperture (mm)
102
Focal length (mm)
500
Aperture ratio (f/)
4,9
Type
Refractor
Resolving capacity
1,13
Limit value (mag)
11,8
Light gathering capacity
210
Max. useful magnification
204
Tube weight (kg)
3,48
Tube construction
Full tube

Focuser


Type of build
Gear rack
Connection ( to eyepiece)
2
Gear reduction
without
Connecting threaded socket (camera-side)
T2

Mount


Mounting type
no mount
Type of build
OTA
GoTo control
no

Included accessories


1.25'' eyepieces
25mm, 10mm
Deviating optics
Amici prism, 1.25", 45°
Eyepiece adaptor
1,25" - 2"
Tube clamps
yes
Finder scope
Red dot finder

General


Special recommendation
yes
Series
StarTravel
shipping weight (kg)
7,1

Area of application


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

Recommended for


Beginners
no
Observatories
no
Advanced
yes

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*All prices include VAT plus shipping costs.

Skywatcher Telescope AC 102/500 Startravel OTA
Skywatcher Telescope AC 102/500 Startravel OTA
Skywatcher Telescope AC 102/500 Startravel OTA

Customer reviews

Excellent scope

Review by M. D. on 30.05.2019 16:23:53

( 4 / 5 )

I used to own one similar to this(also Skywatcher), though it was coated in blue and black. It was an excellent scope when I started doing astrophotography. It has good light gathering capacity at a great focal length for Deep Sky Objects. With 500mm you can get great shots at The Great Nebula in Orion, the Andromeda galaxy, the Pleiades and plenty other nebulae and star clusters.

Mind you, it's an achromat and will give you fringes around the stars at long exposure times. It has great focuser travel though with a mediocre quality construction. The Red Dot finder is also a must have. Simple little device, super easy to use. I combined this scope with a Semi-APO filter I bought a while ago and gave me decent images.

I say it's worth considering when thinking of buying an entry level scope.

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