Apochromatic Refractor Telescope Sky-Watcher Black Diamond 80ED f/7.5 on EQ5 Pro GoTo Mount

Explore the wonders of the sky with the Sky-Watcher Black Diamond 80ED f/7.5 apochromatic refractor on HEQ5 Pro GoTo mount. This combination offers an ideal solution for astronomy and astrophotography enthusiasts, ensuring high-quality observations and images thanks to its advanced features and ease of use.

Features:

• Optical formula: Apochromatic refractor
• Useful diameter: 80 mm
• Focal length: 600 mm
• Focal ratio: f/7.5
• Eyepiece holder: Crayford 50.8 mm Sky-Watcher Dual Speed (with 1:10 reduction)
• Weight (with collars and counterweight): 2.5 kg
• Tube dimensions: 620 mm x 100 mm
• 2-element multi-coated objective lens with FPL-53 glass (Schott)

Mount:

• Type: German equatorial
• Loading capacity: 13 kg (10 kg for astrophotography)
• Dual-axis motorized with automatic Go-To pointing
• Step resolution: 0.144 arc/sec
• Maximum speed: up to 3.4°/sec - Tracking at 2x to 800x
• Periodic error correction (PEC)
• Go-To system: SynScan hand controller with 42,900 common celestial objects
• Tracking modes: Sidereal, Lunar or Solar
• Features: Park, Synchronize, Backlash, Identify, Tour...
• Guiding speed: 0.25x, 0.5x, 0.75x, 1x sidereal rate
• Polar viewfinder: Integrated, illuminated
• Triumph: Adjustable height steel tripod (97 cm to 121 cm)
• Weight: Mount 10 kg, Tripod 5.6 kg
• Counterweights: 2 x 5 kg counterweights provided
• Power supply: 12 VDC, 3 A minimum - Cigarette lighter cable included (optional mains power)

Advantages:

• High-quality optics with FPL-53 ED glass for optimal chromatic aberration correction
• Metallic High-Transmission Coating (MHC) for exceptional brightness and contrast
• Crayford Dual Speed eyepiece holder for precise and stable focusing
• Robust and stable HEQ5 Pro GoTo mount, ideal for astrophotography and visual observation
• SynScan automatic pointing system for easy navigation among celestial objects

Compatibility:

• Compatible with various astrophotography accessories and digital cameras

Tips and tricks:

• Use a corrector/reducer to optimize performance in wide-field astrophotography
• Perform rigorous polar alignment to maximize the accuracy of automatic pointing

The Sky-Watcher Black Diamond 80ED on HEQ5 Pro GoTo mount is the perfect instrument for exploring deep space and capturing stunning images of stars, planets, and nebulae.