Sky-Watcher Sky-Watcher Explorer-130P (Eq2) Parabolic Newtonian Reflector Telescope | Telescopes

Sky-Watcher Explorer-130P (Eq2) 130Mm (5.1″) F/650 Parabolic Newtonian Reflector Telescope. The Explorer-130P Models Feature Premium-Quality Parabolic Primary Mirrors, Normally Found In Larger More Expensive Telescopes, To Eliminate Spherical Aberrations, Producing Even Sharper, Higher-Contrast Images Which Are Full Of Detail. A Parabolic Or More Accurately A “Paraboloidal” Mirror, Is Ground To A Shape Which Brings All Incoming Light Rays To A Perfect Focus, On Axis. In Addition They Feature 0.5Mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports, To Reduce Diffraction Spikes And Light Loss.

Key Features: Sky-Watcher Explorer-130P

• Magnifications (With Eyepieces Supplied): X26 & X65
• Highest Practical Power (Potential): X260
• Diameter Of Primary Mirror: 130Mm
• Telescope Focal Length: 650Mm (F/5)
• Eyepieces Supplied (1.25″): 10Mm & 25Mm
• Parabolic Primary Mirror
• 0.5Mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
• Red Dot Finder
• Eq2 Equatorial Mount
• Aluminium Tripod With Accessory Tray
• 30% More Light Gathering Than 114Mm

Eq2 Equatorial Mount:

The Eq2 Equatorial Mount Is Suited To Both Beginners And Experienced Astronomers. It Offers Very Good Stability And The Tall, Fully Adjustable Aluminium Tripod With Large Accessory Tray Is A Real Plus. This Mount Features 360º Slow-Motion Tracking Gears On Both The Right Ascension And Declination Axes With Flexible Controls. Dual Metal Setting Circles Allow Location Of Objects By Their R.A. And Dec. Coordinates. A Separate Latitude Adjustment Aids In Polar Alignment. An Optional D.C. Motor Drive Can Be Installed To The R.A. Axis For Auto-Tracking Purposes.