Celestron NexStar 130SLT

COMPUTERISED STAR LOCATING TELESCOPE: The Celestron NexStar 130SLT is a computerised telescope that offers a database of more than 40,000 stars, galaxies, nebulae, and more. The telescope locates your object with pinpoint accuracy and tracks it. Compatible with 2 inch eyepieces COMPACT AND PORTABLE: This telescope for adults and kids to be used to... moregether is ideal for weekend camping trips or excursions to dark sky sites. Its compact form factor makes it easy to transport and assemble just about anywhere NEWTONIAN REFLECTOR OPTICAL DESIGN: The NexStar 130SLT is the largest in the SLT family. The 130mm aperture gathers enough light to see our Solar System and beyond. View Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s cloud bands, and the Moon in brilliant detail FAST SETUP WITH SKYALIGN: Celestron’s proprietary SkyAlign procedure has you ready to observe in minutes. Simply centre any three bright objects in the eyepiece and the NexStar SLT aligns to the night sky, ready to locate thousands of objects BONUS FREE STARRY NIGHT SOFTWARE: The NexStar 130SLT Computerised Telescope includes a FREE download of one of the top consumer rated astronomy software programs for an interactive sky simulation

Celestron's innovative NexStar Star Location Telescope (SLT) has been a customer favorite for years thanks to its unique combination of high-quality optics, a user-friendly computerized interface, and a sturdy single fork arm mount.This telescope comes with a pre-assembled, adjustable stainless-steel tripod, quick release fork arm, NexStar+ compute... morerized hand control, 130mm Newtonian Reflector optical tube, and lots of bonus accessories.The entire telescope kit is a simple, no-tool assembly and fast SkyAlign alignment procedure will have you ready to observe in minutes. This makes NexStar 130SLT your perfect companion for impromptu observing sessions and all-night stargazing marathons alike.Your NexStar 130SLT will reveal details of the lunar surface, Venus and its phases, the polar caps on Mars, Jupiter and its four moons, and Saturn with its rings plainly visible. It can also be used as a land-based spotting telescope for daytime and wildlife observations.Accessories Included:- Your telescope includes a StarPointer™ red dot finderscope, a star diagonal, and two eyepieces (25mm and 9mm). The two eyepieces offer different magnifications for low- or high-powered observing. The star diagonal provides a right-side-up view and a more comfortable viewing angle when looking up at the sky. The StarPointer™ red dot finderscope will help you quickly center an object in your eyepiece for easier observing.Features:- High quality 130mm Newtonian Reflector- Fully computerized Altazimuth mount- StarPointer™ red-dot finderscope to help with alignment and accurately locating objects- Quick-release fork arm mount, optical tube and accessory tray for quick, no-tool set up- Sturdy, stainless steel tripod and accessory tray included- Perfect for celestial observingSpecifications:Optical Tube Info: - Optical Design: Newtonian Reflector- Aperture: 130mm (5.12´´)- Focal Length: 650mm (26´´)- Focal Ratio: f/5- Focal Length of Eyepiece 1: 25mm (0.98´´)- Magnification of Eyepiece 1: 26x- Focal Length of Eyepiece 2: 9mm (0.35´´)- Magnification of Eyepiece 2: 72x- Finderscope: StarPointer™ red dot finderscope- Star Diagonal: N/A- Optical Tube: Aluminum- Highest Useful Magnification: 307x- Lowest Useful Magnification: 19x- Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 13.1- Resolution (Rayleigh): 1.07 arc seconds- Resolution (Dawes): 0.89 arc seconds- Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): 345x- Secondary Mirror Obstruction: 43mm (1.7´´)- Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter: 33%- Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area: 11%- Optical Coatings: Aluminum- Optical Tube Length: 635mm (25´´)- Optical Tube Diameter: 165.1mm (6.5´´)- Optical Tube Weight: 8.8 lbs (3.99 kg)- Dovetail: CG-5 Dovetail barMount Info: - Mount Type: Computerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm- Instrument load capacity: 8 lbs (3.6 kg)- Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod): 762mm - 1270mm (30´´ - 50´´)- Tripod Leg Diameter: 31.75mm (1.25´´) Stainless steel- Mount Head