Sky-Watcher Explorer-300PDS (EQ6 PRO) Parabolic Dual-Speed GO-TO Newtonian Reflector Telescope
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Sky-Watcher Explorer-300PDS (EQ6 PRO) 305mm (12") f/1500 Parabolic Dual-Speed GO-TO Newtonian Reflector Telescope. The new Sky-Watcher EXPLORER-300PDS Newtonian Reflector incorporates the same superb mirror-set as the Explorer-300P 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 photogra More
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Sky-Watcher Explorer-300PDS (EQ6 PRO) 305mm (12") f/1500 Parabolic Dual-Speed GO-TO Newtonian Reflector Telescope. The new Sky-Watcher EXPLORER-300PDS Newtonian Reflector incorporates the same superb mirror-set as the Explorer-300P 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).
Sky-Watcher Explorer-300PDS Features:
- Magnifications (with eyepieces supplied) x53.5
- Highest Practical Power (Potential) x610
- Diameter of Primary Mirror 305mm
- Telescope Focal Length 1500mm (f/4.9)
- Eyepieces Supplied 28mm LET (2"/50.8mm)
- 9x50 Finderscope
- Parabolic Primary Mirror
- 2" (50.8mm) Dual-Speed 10:1 Crayford Focuser
- 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
- EQ6 PRO Go-To Equatorial Mount with 2" Stainless Steel Tripod
- 42,900+ Object SynScan Computer Database
- 56% more Light-Gathering than 200mm
EQ6 PRO SynScan Go-TO Equatorial Mount:
For amateur astronomers seeking superior equatorial control and the ease of a precision computerized GOTO system, the EQ6 PRO SynScan is your answer. The Sky-Watcher EQ6 PRO SynScan is designed with the novice user in mind. With the user-friendly pushbutton hand control, locating and viewing the treasures of the night sky becomes as easy as a walk in the park. The hand control allows you to point the telescope at a specific object or even tour the skies at the touch of a button. The user-friendly menu system allows automatic slewing to over 42,000 + objects. Even an inexperienced astronomer can master its variety of features in a few observing sessions. The EQ6 SynScan also comes with features that advanced astronomers can appreciate:
- 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).
- Auto Guider Interface for astro-photography.
- Guiding speed selectable from 0.25X, 0.50X, 0.75X, or 1X.
- Object database containing complete M, NGC, and IC catalogues.
- Minimal vibration for steady long-exposure photography.
Specifications:
- Power Supply Required: 12 VDC 2Amp Tip positive (not supplied)
- Motor Type: Micro step driven 1.8° stepper motors
- Resolution: 0.144 arc sec (or 9,024,000 steps/rev.)
- Slew Speeds: 2X, 8X, 16X, 32X, 64X, 400X, 500X, 600X, 800X Gear Ratio: 705
- Tracking Rate: Sidereal, Lunar, Solar
- Tracking Modes: Dual Axis, R.A. Tracking
- Alignment Methods: One-star Alignment, Two-star Alignment, Three-star Alignment
- Database: 25 user defined objects. Complete M, NGC, and IC catalogues. Total 42,000 + objects.
Mount Specifications:
- Mount Type: German Equatorial
- Telescope Mounting: Tube Rings
- Slow-motion Control: R.A. & Dec (motor controlled)
- Tripod: 2" Diameter Stainless Steel Pipe
- Tripod Height: 85-147cm
- Tripod Weight: 7.5Kgs
- Counterweight Shaft Daimeter: 1.8cm
- Counterweight Shaft Material: Stainless Steel
- Mount Weight: 16Kgs
- Mount Height: 41cm
- Counterweight: Two, 5.1Kgs each
- Counterweight Extension Bar
- Supplied with Sky-Watcher 45mm and 75mm dovetail saddle plates
- Total Weight: 23.5Kgs (counterweight not included)
Product Specification
| Eyepiece 1 | 28 mm LET(Long Eye Relief) |
| Finderscope | Stainless Steel |
| Focal Length [mm] | 1500 |
| Included Accessories | 28 mm LET eyepiece, 9x50 Finderscope, Tube Rings, Mounting Bar, EQ6 PRO Equatorial Mount with 1.75, Stainless Steel Tripod, 42,900+ Object SynScan Computer Database |
| Magnification With Eyepieces Supplied [x] | 53.5 |
| Mount Type | Computerised Go To |
| Optical Design | Parabolic Newtonian |
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