Sky-Watcher 120-PDS plus EQ-3-Pro Go-To Mount.

Description

As new and barely used due to circumstances. Sky-Watcher Explorer-130PDS 130mm (5") f/650 Parabolic Dual-Speed Newtonian Reflector, Optical Tube Assembly. The new Sky-Watcher EXPLORER-130PDS range of Newtonian Reflectors incorporate the same superb mirror-set as the Explorer-130P Black Diamond Series, but with two significant advantages. A Dual-Speed 10:1 ratio focuser is now included for excellent focusing precision. Also the tube length has been slightly shortened to optimise performance for prime-focus photography.Even better performance for astro-photography and visual use can be achieved when used in combination with Sky-Watcher's Newtonian coma corrector (Product Code 20233). Please note this is an Optical Tube Assembly only, mount and tripod are available separately.

Sky-Watcher Explorer-130PDS Features (New @ £255):

Magnification (with eyepiece supplied) x23
Highest Practical Power (Potential) x260
Diameter of Primary Mirror 130mm
Telescope Focal Length 650mm (f/5)
Eyepiece Supplied 28mm (1.25"/31.7mm)
6x30 Finderscope
Parabolic Primary Mirror
2" (50.8mm) Dual-Speed 10:1 Crayford Focuser
0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
33% more Light-Gathering than 130mm.

Sky-Watcher EQ3-Pro Go-To Mount (New @ £549).

Sky-Watcher offers simple solutions for users who would like to attach their smaller telescope to a convenient computerized system but do not wish to deal with the weight of the HEQ5 or EQ6 mounts. The EQ3 PRO SynScanTM mounts use the same Go-To system found in the HEQ5 and EQ6 PRO SynScanTM. It allows you to point the telescope at a specific object or even tour the skies at the touch of a button. Its extensive database includes a massive 42,900+ night sky objects.The EQ3 PRO SynScanTM mount is a perfect instrument for novice visual observers and imagers to enjoy astronomy with minimal setup time and in-depth knowledge of the night sky. (PLEASE NOTE: The Motor Control box supplied (situated left of handset in above picture) is designed to clamp onto 1.75" Diameter Stainless Steel tripod legs. In this instance the Motor Control Box should be attached with either cord or Velcro (User Supplied))

Sky-Watcher EQ3 PRO SynScan GOTO Deluxe Equatorial Mount and Aluminium Tripod Additional Features:
Sky-Watcher offers simple solutions for users who would like to attach their smaller telescope to a convenient computerized system but do not wish to deal with the weight of the HEQ5 or EQ6 mount. The EQ3 Pro mounts use the same Go-To system found in the HEQ5 and EQ6 Pro- SynScan. It allows you to point the telescope at a specific object or even tour the skies at the touch of a button.

The EQ3 Pro mounts are the perfect instrument for novice visual observers to enjoy astronomy with minimal setup time and in-depth knowledge of the night sky.


Positioning Accuracy up to 1 arc minute. Accuracy enhanced by software collimation error (mount mechanical error) compensation.
Stepper motors with 1.8° step angle and 64 micro steps driven.
Slewing speed up to 3.4°/sec (800X).
Guiding speed selectable from 0.25X, 0.50X, 0.75X, or 1X.
42,900+ Object database containing complete Messier, NGC, and IC catalogues.
Periodic Error Correction.
PC compatibility.
Upgradeable hand control via internet download.
Maximum Payload e.g. Explorer-150P/PL Reflector or Evostar-120 Refractor
Supplied with Aluminium Tripod & Accessory Tray.

Sale Price: Just £650 (saving c.£200)

Posted: 24 days ago

Ad ID: 1509654390