Sky-Watcher 80 ED Evostar 80/600 OTAW with SynScan HEQ5 PRO

Sky-Watcher 80/600 APO ED Evostar with SynScan HEQ5 PRO Mount

The Sky-Watcher 80/600 APO ED Evostar is an expertly designed apochromatic optical tube that stands out for its superior optical quality. It utilizes premium low-dispersion ED (FPL-53) glass, sourced from the prestigious Schott AG, a leader in optical glass production. This ensures world-class optics, often compared to those of Japanese brands, but at a more accessible price point.

To maximize optical performance, each glass-air surface is treated with Metallic High-Transmission Coating (MHC), achieving an impressive efficiency of 99.5% per surface.

Key Features:

• Crayford focuser with a 1:10 microfocus ratio
• Includes a high-quality 2" dielectric 90° angle mirror with 98% efficiency
• Comes with a 2" focal-length 28mm eyepiece
• Equipped with a 9x50 finder scope with crosshair and bracket
• Includes a dovetail saddle for easy mounting

This telescope is ideal for planetary observation, astrophotography, and general skywatching due to its outstanding optics.

Note: The new kit version includes a straight 9x50 finder scope. A field flattener is not included.

Technical Specifications of the Optical Tube:

• Optical System: APO ED
• Lens Diameter: 80mm
• Optical Advances: Japanese FPL-53 (ED), Schott AG glass
• Focal Length: 600mm
• Weight: 2.47kg
• 2" Eyepiece with 1:10 microfocuser
• Dimensions of the Optical Tube: 100x620mm

Mounting: Synta SynScan HEQ5 PRO

The telescope is mounted on a robust steel equatorial HEQ-5 mount, known for its high rigidity and precision. It features the SynScan computerized tracking and GoTo system, with access to a database of nearly 14,000 celestial objects, including the Moon and planets.

The Sky-Watcher HEQ-5 Pro SynScan equatorial mount is perfect for astrophotographers and advanced observers, offering both stability and portability. Key features include dual-axis drives, a GOTO SynScan computer system, a polar field scope, and secure locking clamps for precise tracking. The counterbalance rod is conveniently integrated into the mount's head.

The full-featured GoTo SynScan hand controller simplifies tracking and locating celestial objects, offering three tracking speeds: stellar, lunar, and solar.

Technical Specifications for the SynScan HEQ5 Mount:

• Power Supply: 12VDC 2Amp
• Drive Type: 1.8° stepper motor
• Resolution: 0.144 arc seconds
• Slewing Speeds: 2X, 8X, 16X, 32X, 64X, 400X, 500X, 600X, 800X
• Tracking Speeds: Stellar, Lunar, Solar
• Dual Axis Tracking Mode (RA)
• Alignment Procedures: One-star, Two-star, Three-star Alignment
• Database: 25 user-definable objects, Messier, NGC, and IC objects (13,436 total)
• Vibration reduction for long-exposure imaging
• Programmable Periodic Error (PE) correction
• PC port for telescope control via computer (RS-232 port)
• Auto-Guide port for precise alignment during astrophotography
• Mount Type: German equatorial
• Optical Tube Attachment: Clamps (rings)
• Micro-adjustments: RA & Dec (driven)
• Tripod: 1.75" steel
• Tripod Height: 85-147cm
• Tripod Weight: 7.5kg
• Counterbalance Rod Diameter: 1.8cm
• Counterbalance Rod Material: Stainless Steel
• Mount Weight (without counterweights): 9kg
• Mount Weight (with counterweights): 19kg
• Mounting Height: 41cm
• Counterweights: 2 x 5.1kg
• Maximum Load Capacity: Approx. 16kg

This comprehensive telescope package includes all necessary accessories for immediate use and comes with a 2-year warranty.