Sky-Watcher N 130/900 Explorer EQ-2 with EQ-2-motor drive Telescope

The Classic Newtonian Reflector Telescope, inspired by Sir Isaac Newton himself, stands as a notable instrument within its class, boasting a considerable size and impressive capabilities.

With its 130mm diameter, this telescope opens up a vast array of celestial wonders to explore. Its larger size enhances its efficiency, particularly for beginners, offering 30% more light-gathering ability compared to a 114mm diameter telescope. This increased light collection allows for highly detailed observations of faint Deep Sky objects. For instance, the Ring Nebula in Lyra transforms into a distinct "smoke ring," while the Andromeda Galaxy reveals its full splendor as an expansive celestial entity. When observing planets, magnifications of up to 260x unveil impressive details on their surfaces.

The EQ-2 mount accompanies this telescope, providing excellent stability and remarkable value for its performance. It facilitates precise adjustments in both declination and right ascension axes, and can be upgraded with an electronic tracking motor drive to compensate for Earth's rotation, eliminating the need for manual tracking.

Mounting EQ-2:

This parallactic mount aligns optics precisely with the pole star, allowing for optimal viewing from any location. Fine adjustments in both right ascension and declination axes enable accurate tracking of celestial objects. The aluminum tripod is extendable in height from 71cm to 123cm, catering to various users, including children.

In addition to the mount itself, this model comes with an EQ-2 motor and its high-speed handbox for enhanced functionality.

Included Accessories:

• 1.25'' Eyepieces: 25mm, 10mm
• Barlow Lens: 2x
• Finder Scope: Red dot finder

Specifications:

Optics:

Type: Reflector

Build Type: Newtonian

Aperture (mm): 130

Focal Length (mm): 900

Aperture Ratio (f/): 6.9

Resolving Capacity: 0.88

Limit Value (mag): 12.4

Light Gathering Capacity: 350

Max. Useful Magnification: 260

Tube Construction: Full tube

Focuser:

Type of Build: Gear rack

Connection to Eyepiece: 1.25"

Mount:

Type of Build: EQ-2

Mounting Type: Equatorial

GoTo Control: No

Tripod Material: Aluminium

Tripod Type: Extendable

Tripod Height (cm): 71-123

General:

Total Weight (kg): 22.1

Series: EQ-2

Area of Application:

Moon & Planets: Yes

Nebulae & Galaxies: Yes

Nature Observation: Not recommended

Astrophotography: Not recommended

Sun: Not recommended (Only with appropriate Sun filter)

Recommended for:

Beginners: Yes

Advanced: No

Observatories: No