Sky-Watcher GoTo FlexTube Dobson Telescope 305mm f/5

The Sky-Watcher 305mm f/5 FlexTube Go-To Dobsonian telescope offers an exceptional combination of observing power and ease of use. With its large diameter, it captures the details of deep sky objects, such as galaxies and nebulae, while providing impressive views of planets and the Moon. The integrated Go-To system, with included WiFi card, allows for automatic pointing and motorized tracking, making astronomical observation accessible and convenient.

Features:

• Optical Formula: Newton
• Effective Diameter: 305mm
• Focal Length: 1500mm
• F/D Ratio: 5
• Resolving Power: 0.39 arc seconds
• Brightness: 2584x
• Recommended Maximum Magnification: 400x
• Focuser: Crayford 50.8/31.75mm Sky-Watcher
• Height of the set at zenith (folded/unfolded): 1160mm/1630mm
• Height of the focuser at zenith: 1510mm
• Base Width: 650mm
• Optical Tube Length (folded/unfolded): 930mm/1400mm
• Optical Tube Entrance Diameter: 360mm
• Weight of Optical Tube: 21kg
• Weight of Base: 22kg
• Mount: Dobsonian GoTo Altazimuth
• Motorized dual axis with automatic Go-To pointing
• Motorization: DC Servo Motors
• Go-To Pointing Accuracy: 5 arc minutes
• Encoder accuracy: Motor encoder: 1,620,000 steps/revolution, Axis encoder: 11,748 steps/revolution
• Pointing Speeds: 1x to 1000x
• Go-To System: SynScan control pad with 42,900 objects from common celestial catalogs
• Tracking Mode: Sidereal, Lunar, or Solar
• Wireless Connection: Integrated WiFi card
• Power Supply (not included): 10 to 15V DC 1A, 2.1mm plug (positive pole in the center)

Advantages:

• Large diameter for detailed observations of deep sky
• Foldable FlexTube design for easy transport and storage
• Maintains collimation even after folding and unfolding
• Parabolic primary mirror made of Pyrex for better image quality and reduced thermal effects
• Tilting system with locking handle for easy and precise use
• Go-To system for automatic pointing and motorized tracking
• Integrated WiFi card for remote control via smartphone or tablet

Included:

• 1 Sky-Watcher 305mm f/5 FlexTube Newton optical tube
• 1 motorized Dobson altazimuth GoTo mount
• 2 eyepieces 31.75mm: Super 10mm and Super 25mm
• 1 finderscope 9x50
• 1 cigarette lighter cable
• User manual in French