Sky-Watcher Black Diamond 120ED f/7.5 Telescope on NEQ5 Pro GoTo Mount

Discover the Sky-Watcher Black Diamond 120ED telescope mounted on the NEQ5 Pro GoTo mount, an ideal combination for deep sky astrophotography and planetary observation. With its superior optical quality and automated pointing system, this telescope offers breathtaking views of the night sky.

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) coated multilayer
• Eyepiece holder: Crayford 50.8 mm dual speed (10:1) aluminum
• Material: Aluminum tube with a 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 (SW0135 option) or two axes (SW0137 option)
• Go-To Kit: Possible addition of a Pro Go-To kit (SW0126 option)
• 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: Azimuth and latitude movement for precise polar alignment

Advantages:

• High-Quality Optics: ED FPL-53 glass minimizes chromatic aberrations, providing sharp and contrasted images.
• Multicoating Treatments: "Metallic High-Transmission" (MHC) for light transmission close to 99.5%, ensuring bright and detailed views.
• Focus Precision: Crayford dual-speed eyepiece holder for fine adjustments, ideal for astrophotography.
• Solid and Elegant Construction: Robust aluminum tube with no plastic parts, featuring a stylish black and white design.
• Stability and Versatility of the Mount: The NEQ5 mount ensures great stability even at high magnifications and is 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
• Rings with Vixen-style dovetail
• Kodak thread screw for camera adaptation
• 2 counterweights for balancing
• Cigarette lighter cable

Notes:

• Maintenance: Avoid sudden temperature changes to prevent fogging on the lenses. Never look directly at the sun without an appropriate solar filter.

The Sky-Watcher Black Diamond 120ED telescope on the NEQ5 Pro GoTo 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.