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Skywatcher BKP150750EQ3(SW500)150mm Reflector w/Dual Axis Drives

$538.88

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The Sky-Watcher BKP150750EQ3 Light-Bucket. The Skywatcher 150mm Reflector is particularly advantageous for viewing fainter objects in deep-space. The Newtonian reflectors have long been respected by amateur astronomers for their optical quality and ability to gather a lot of light for very modest cost.


Compared to other models, the larger 150mm aperture of this telescope is particularly advantageous for viewing fainter objects in deep-space. Each primary mirror is fabricated to exacting standards of smoothness and optical correction by a skilled optician ensuring premium optical performance. Aluminum is vacuum deposited on each primary and diagonal mirror surface and then over coated with hard quartz for protection.


Planetary images are very pleasing to view through this instrument, although you may feel solar system imaging with the (152mm lens) appears to pop more because of the higher contrast provided by the refractive lens. In deep-space, the 152mm aperture of the BKP150750EQ3 telescope really starts to show its strengths. Fainter globular clusters appearing as little more than fuzzy snowballs in smaller scopes begin to reveal individually discrete star points. A galaxy's faint central glow should appear brighter. Emission nebulae appear more luminous and more voluminous. Newtonian reflectors while champions of the sky are not recommended for terrestrial applications due to their awkward terrestrial image orientation.


Sky-Watcher 150mm Reflector Standard Accessories:

    * Super Plossl eyepieces (SP10mm and SP26mm) provide a 52° apparent-field. These eyepieces are parfocal so there is no need for gross adjustments to refocus when changing eyepieces.
    *
6x30 Finderscope.
    * Includes a RS232 cord to communicate with a PC.
    * Planetarium software allows you to explore the heavens on your personal computer

Optical DesignNewtonian (Parabolic)
Lens Material
Diameter150mm
Focal Length750mm
Scondary Mirror Diameter47mm
F/ratioF/5
Highest Practical Power300x
Faintest Steller Magnitude13.6
Resoving Power0.8
Finderscope6x30*
Focuser diameter1.25”  Single Speed Focus Control
Diagonal
Eyepiece(s)1.25” Super 25 and 10*
Mount TypeEquatorial
Slow-motion ControlRA & DEC
Counterweight(s)Total 5.2Kgs (2pcs)
Piggyback BracketYes
Accessory TrayWall-to-wall
Ground Board Diameter
Ground Board Weight(s)
Motor DriveSingle & Dual Axis
Go-toOptional
Tube Weight4.93Kgs
Tube Dimension(dia. x length)18cm x 67.3cm
Tripod Height71-123cm
Shipping Weight20.2+8 Kgs
Shipping Carton Dimensions88 x 44 x 26.5 cm3 / 80 x 40 x 37 cm3



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  • Model: SW500
  • Manufactured by: Skywatcher



This product was added to our catalog on Saturday 11 June, 2011.

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