Sky-Watcher EvoStar 72ED f/5.8 Apochromatic Telescope with EQM-35 Pro GoTo Mount

The Sky-Watcher EvoStar 72ED f/5.8 apochromatic refractor is the ideal instrument for astronomy enthusiasts looking for a lightweight and high-performance equipment. Combined with the EQM-35 Pro GoTo mount, it offers an exceptional observation and astrophotography experience.

Features:

• Optical design: Apochromatic refractor
• Useful diameter: 72 mm
• Focal length: 420 mm
• Focal ratio: f/5.83
• Focuser: Sky-Watcher 50.8 mm Dual Speed Crayford (1:10)
• Weight (with rings and dovetail): 2 kg
• Tube dimensions: 420 mm x 89 mm
• Objective with 2 elements treated with multi-coatings using FPL-53 glass (Schott)

Mount:

• Type: Modular German equatorial mount with removable declination axis
• Motorization: Sky-Watcher SynScan GoTo kit
• Load capacity: 10 kg
• Go-To system: SynScan hand controller with 42,900 common celestial objects
• Right ascension drive: Gear wheel of 92.5 mm diameter and 180 teeth + worm gear of 25.5 mm diameter
• Declination drive: Gear wheel of 34.3 mm diameter and 65 teeth + worm gear of 25.5 mm diameter
• Tripod: Adjustable height steel tubular tripod (71 cm to 123 cm)
• Weight: Mount 4.4 kg (classic mode), 3.3 kg (photo equatorial mode); Tripod 5.7 kg
• Counterweights: 2 counterweights provided (3.4 kg total)
• Polar finder: Included
• Power supply: 12V DC, 3A minimum (AC power supply or battery pack optional)

Advantages:

• High-quality optics with ED FPL-53 glass for optimal correction of chromatic aberrations