Skywatcher Telescope AC 102/500 Startravel OTA


Type of build	Language	Price
AZ-3	-	$ 510.00
AZ-S	multilingual	$ 780.00
AZ5	-	$ 760.00
EQ-1	-	$ 510.00
OTA	-	$ 419.00

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Product description:

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.

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We are always very happy to offer our assistance after your purchase, should you encounter any problems with your telescope’s setup or operation.
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Optics Optics X A telescope tube is referred to as an optic because it contains the components necessary to collect and concentrate light. Click to read more...
Type of build Type of build X Describes the exact structure of the telescope thereby further subdividing the different types of telescope. Click to read more...	Achromat Achromat X An achromatic is a refracting telescope (refractor), which consists of two lenses. It is the classic refractor design. Click to read more...
Aperture (mm) Aperture X The aperture indicates the diameter of the objective lens or the mirror. Click to read more...	102
Focal length (mm) Focal length X This is the distance between the objective lens or mirror and the focal point. Click to read more...	500
Aperture ratio (f/) Aperture ratio X Is the ratio of the aperture to the focal length of a telescope. Click to read more...	4,9
Type Type X There are basically two different types of telescope. A distinction is made between refractor (lens) and reflector (mirror) telescopes. Click to read more...	Refractor
Resolving capacity Resolving capacity X The ability of the optic to discern the fine detail of objects that are close together. Click to read more...	1,13
Limit value (mag) Limit value X Describes the brightness of a star or point-shaped object, which can still just be distinguished by the telescope. The naked eye, for example, can make out stars with a magnitude of up to 6. Click to read more...	11,8
Light gathering capacity Light gathering capacity X Light-gathering capacity of the telescope compared to the eye. Click to read more...	210
Max. useful magnification Max. useful magnification X The telescope’s magnification should not exceed this factor, because otherwise the image will appear weak and dark. Click to read more...	204
Tube weight (kg) Tube weight X The weight of the tube is critical for the correct choice of mount. Click to read more...	3,48
Tube construction	Full tube
Focuser Focuser X A focuser is used to hold an eyepiece. The image can be focussed using the focus wheels on the side. Click to read more...
Type of build Type of build X There are basically two different construction types: the rack and pinion focuser and the Crayford focuser. Click to read more...	Gear rack
Connection ( to eyepiece) Connection ( to eyepiece) X Focusers are available in 1.25" or 2" formats. Many 2" focusers also have a 1.25" adapter. Click to read more...	2
Mount Mount X A mount is the foundation of an astronomical telescope. It usually consists of the mount head and an appropriate tripod. Click to read more...
Mounting type Mounting type X Are mainly differentiated between equatorial and altazimuth. A special type of altazimuth mount is the Dobsonian mount. Click to read more...	no mount
Type of build Type of build X Describes the exact construction of the particular mount and thereby further subdivides the different types of mount. Click to read more...	OTA OTA X An OTA is an optical tube without a mount. It is short for optical tube assembly. Click to read more...
GoTo control GoTo control X Object positioning system, available in real GoTo and also PushTo versions. Click to read more...	no
General
Special recommendation	yes
recommended for Recommended for... X The classification of the telescopes according to their suitability for beginners, advanced or observatories is useful as an initial orientation. Click to read more...
Beginners Beginners X Telescopes that are supplied as a complete system and are easy to operate. Click to read more...	no
Observatories Observatories X Telescopes suitable for a fixed mount, whether that is in the garden or an observatory. Click to read more...	no
Advanced Advanced X Telescopes for experienced observers, but also for ambitious beginners. Click to read more...	no

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