Sky-Watcher Black Diamond 120ED f/7.5 Telescope on NEQ5 Mount
Sky-Watcher Black Diamond 120ED f/7.5 Telescope on NEQ5 Mount
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Discover the Sky-Watcher Black Diamond 120ED telescope mounted on the NEQ5 mount, a perfect combination for astronomy enthusiasts looking to explore deep sky objects or observe the brightest planets and nebulae with exceptional optical quality.
Optical Tube Features:
- Optical Formula: Apochromatic telescope
- Useful Diameter: 120 mm
- Focal Length: 900 mm
- Focal Ratio: f/7.5
- Objective: Doublet with ED FPL-53 glass (Schott) multi-coated
- Focuser: 50.8 mm Crayford dual-speed (10:1) aluminum
- Material: Aluminum tube with blackened and baffled interior to limit stray light
- Weight (with rings and dovetail): 5.2 kg
- Tube Dimensions (length x width): 920 mm x 140 mm
Mount Features:
- Type: NEQ5 German equatorial mount
- Motorizable: On one axis (option SW0135) or two axes (option SW0137)
- Go-To Kit: Possible addition of a Pro Go-To kit (option SW0126)
- Load Capacity: 9 kg for visual observation, 7.5 kg for astrophotography
- Tripod: Adjustable height tubular steel tripod (71 cm to 123 cm)
- Mount Weight: 6 kg
- Tripod Weight: 3.8 kg
- Counterweights: 2 counterweights of 5 kg each
- Adjustments: Movement in azimuth and latitude for precise alignment
Advantages:
- High-Quality Optics: The ED FPL-53 glass minimizes chromatic aberrations, providing sharp and contrasted images.
- Multi-Coatings: "Metallic High-Transmission" (MHC) for a light transmission close to 99.5%, ensuring bright and detailed views.
- Focusing Precision: Dual-speed Crayford focuser for fine adjustments, ideal for astrophotography.
- Solid and Elegant Construction: Robust aluminum tube without plastic parts, featuring an aesthetic black and white design.
- Mount Stability and Versatility: The NEQ5 mount ensures great stability even at high magnifications, making it ideal for long-exposure imaging.
Usage:
- Planetary and Lunar Observation: Optimal performance for observing details of the Moon, Sun (with appropriate filter), and planets.
- Deep Sky Astrophotography: Ideal for photographing nebulae, galaxies, and globular clusters due to its short focal ratio and high brightness.
Included Accessories:
- Finder scope mount
- Vixen-style dovetail rings
- Kodak thread screw for camera adaptation
- 2 counterweights for balancing
- Cigarette lighter cable
Notes:
- Maintenance: Avoid sudden temperature changes to prevent dew on the lenses. Never look directly at the sun without an appropriate solar filter.
The Sky-Watcher Black Diamond 120ED telescope on the NEQ5 mount is the perfect choice for amateur astronomers wishing to explore the sky with exceptional precision and clarity. Enjoy high-quality optics and a stable mount for unforgettable astronomical observations and photographs.
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