Meade LightBridge 10" F/5 Dobsonian Telescope: Deep Sky Observing Powerhouse

The Meade LightBridge 10" F/5 Dobsonian Telescope is a superb choice for those passionate about deep sky observation. With over 50% more light grasp and image brightness than an 8" telescope at the same magnification, it reveals faint celestial objects with enhanced detail, especially when used from dark sky locations.

Key Features:

• High-Performance Optics: Equipped with a superior Meade quality multi-coated, diffraction-limited 10" primary mirror with a focal length of 1270mm (f/5).
• Advanced Cooling System: The primary mirror is mounted on a high-strength, lightweight aluminum stress-free floating multi-point cell with a built-in cooling fan, powered by 8 AA batteries, to expedite the cool-down process and improve image quality.
• Precision Focusing: Comes with a precision machined dual speed 2" Crayford-style focuser with fine focus 10:1 speed reduction, plus a 1.25" adapter for versatile eyepiece compatibility.
• Wide Angle Eyepiece: Includes a 2" Meade Series 4000 26mm QX Wide Angle Eyepiece for stunning, expansive views of the night sky.
• Easy-to-Use Finder: Features a red dot viewfinder with four user-selectable reticle patterns and seven-step brightness control for easy targeting.
• Portable Design: The open truss design enhances portability, allowing quick assembly and disassembly for travel without sacrificing stability or quality of view.
• Sturdy Dobsonian Mount: The mount is crafted with a laminated finish wooden design, featuring roller bearings on the azimuth axis and large diameter aluminum altitude bearings with adjustable tension brakes for smooth and stable movement.

Specifications:

• Product ID: 71680
• Brand: Meade Instruments Corp.
• Warranty: 2 years
• EAN: 0643824208858
• Package Size (LxWxH): 111x53x36.69 cm
• Shipping Weight: 36.32 kg
• Optical Design: Reflector
• Optical Scheme: Newtonian
• Optics Coating: Magnesium fluoride
• Primary Mirror Diameter (Aperture): 254.0 mm
• Focal Length: 1270 mm
• Aperture Ratio: f/5
• Resolution Threshold: 0.56 arcseconds
• Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 14
• Eyepieces: 26mm QX wide-field
• Eyepiece Barrel Diameter: 1.25", 2"
• Finderscope: Red dot with four options of laser reticles
• Focuser: 2", Crayford
• Telescope Control: Manual
• Mount: Dobsonian
• Telescope Installation Platform: Alt-azimuth
• Bearings: Azimuth axis: steel, Zenith axis: teflon
• Mount Dimensions: 645х630х135 mm
• Mount Weight: 12.25 kg
• Additional Tube Design: Truss
• Power Supply: 8 AA batteries
• Optical Tube Dimensions: 770х455х442 mm
• Optical Tube Weight: 17.24 kg
• User Level: Experienced users, professionals
• Observed Object: Deep-sky objects

Whether you're an experienced astronomer or a professional stargazer, the Meade LightBridge 10" F/5 Dobsonian Telescope offers an unbeatable combination of performance, portability, and ease of use for exploring the wonders of the night sky.