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Telescopes > Skywatcher > EQ-3 > Skywatcher Telescope N 150/1200 Explorer 150PL EQ3-2
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Product no.: 15557

Telescope N 150/1200 Explorer 150PL EQ3-2

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This product is available in the following variants:
Type of build GoTo Language Price
EQ3 Pro SynScan multilingual $ 1,020.00
EQ3-2 - $ 520.00
OTA - $ 324.00

Product description

More about the series EQ-3...

This telescope is also available as complete set for beginners - big savings!

N 150/1200 telescope:

A very good telescope for beginners and a must for experienced amateur astronomers! This Newtonian reflecting telescope collects so much light with its generous 150mm diameter that distant DSOs such as the Ring Nebula in Lyra or the Dumbbell Nebula become beautifully visible and globular clusters, such as M13, resolve into a multitude of individual stars at their edges. Planetary observing provides rich detail in images of Saturn, Jupiter, Venus and Mars. The f8 focal ratio helps make this reflector a real all-rounder suitable for both deep sky and planetary observing. The light gathering capacity of the150 is 460 times greater than with the naked eye alone.

The advantages in a nutshell:

  • compact, portable OTA
  • good value for money

The EQ3-2 mount:

This mount is a further development of the EQ-3 mount designed in white. It provides a stable base for most medium-sized optics and is ideal for exploring the night sky. Once you have aligned the parallactic mount with the Pole Star, you can easily sight on an object, adjust it in the field of view and track it using the flexible slow-motions. Fine adjustment is possible in both right ascension and declination. The polar elevation at the observing site can be set using the fine scale provided and adjusted perfectly by using two screws. Both polar finder and electric motors plus a control can be retrofitted to both axes: the EQ3-2 is suitable not only for visual observing, but also for getting started in astrophotography. With optional add-ons such as the motor kit or GoTo upgrade kit, long exposure astrophotography also becomes possible. With a little practice, you will soon be able to produce successful images of galaxies and nebulae.

Included with the mount:


  • mount with manual adjustment knobs
  • extra brace with eyepiece tray
  • suitable counterweights

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
Newton
Aperture (mm)
150
Focal length (mm)
1200
Aperture ratio (f/)
8
Resolving capacity
0,77
Limit value (mag)
12,7
Light gathering capacity
459
Max. useful magnification
300
Tube weight (kg)
6,40
Tube construction
Full tube

Reflector


Main mirror´s construction
parabolic
secondary mirror design
Plan
Ventilation for central mirror
no
protective layer
Quartz
aluminising
Aluminium

Focuser


Type of build
Gear rack
Connection ( to eyepiece)
1,25"

Mount


Type of build
EQ3-2
GoTo control
no
Mounting type
Equatorial
Weight (kg)
13
Load capacity (kg)
5

Tripod


Type
Tripod
Material
Aluminium
Accessory plate
yes
Canibelle
yes

Included accessories


1.25'' eyepieces
25mm, 10mm
Barlow Lens
2x
Finder scope
6x30
Slow motion cable (piece)
2
Counterweight (piece)
2
Polar finder scope <p>
no

General


Series
EQ-3
shipping weight (kg)
24

Area of application


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

Recommended for


Beginners
yes
Advanced
yes
Observatories
no

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*All prices include VAT plus shipping costs.

Skywatcher Telescope N 150/1200 Explorer 150PL EQ3-2
EQ3-2

Customer reviews

Perfect scope and mount

Review by MJIe4HbIu on 16.12.2019 23:00:23

( 5 / 5 )

I ordered it, and a week later the order arrived. Very pleased with the telescope. The package arrived without damage and with all the components.

Great scope

Review by A. M. on 28.09.2013 10:47:35

( 5 / 5 )

Consegna molto rapida nei minimi tempi prevesti.
Tubo ottico newton perfettamente collimato (verificato con star test). Oculari in dotazione da 25mm e 10mm più lente di Barlow 2x. Ingrandimenti possibili 48x, 96x, 120x, 240x.
Montatura NEQ-3 bianca, molto stabile, motorizzabile in entrambi gli assi, dotata di bolla per livellamento e polar view port.
Consigliato.

I can not find this type in the manufacturer's website

Review by J. E. on 09.12.2010 19:34:43

( 3 / 5 )

I can not find this type in the manufacturer's website

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