Orion SpaceProbe 3" ALTAZ Reflector Telescope Product Info

If you're looking for an affordable gift to kick-start the curiosity of your child or grandchild, look no further! This telescope and accessory bundle is ideal for young backyard astronomers who are just starting to explore the wonders of the night sky. Not only does this inexpensive bundle include the popular Orion SpaceProbe 3 AZ Reflector Telescope, it also comes with essential accessories for beginners. This complete telescope will make a great gift for any child interested in exploring the treasures of the night sky right in the backyard.

The petite SpaceProbe 3" AZ Reflector Telescope is a great choice for kids who are curious about space and the stars. The telescope's 3" aperture (or diameter) gathers a good amount of light from the night sky, for impressively bright and detailed views of celestial wonders. The rest of the family will want to join in the fun for great views of the Moon, bright planets, and star clusters seen through the SpaceProbe 3. Even though this telescope is great for kids, it's a full-fledged reflector telescope that will help foster a lifetime of appreciation for science and astronomy.

This inexpensive reflector telescope will amaze you with revealing views of Saturn's picturesque rings, Jupiter's moons, and the beautifully cratered terrain of our own Moon's surface. Its 3" (76mm) primary mirror gathers enough light to snare the faint glows of some very exotic star clusters and distant nebulas too. The SpaceProbe 3's focal length of 700mm (f/9.2) provides sharp views of cosmic curiosities the whole family can enjoy.

Features:

• A fantastic beginner telescope for kids that's lightweight, easy to set up, and has a very affordable price tag!
• 76mm (3") aperture reflector telescope is large enough for wonderful views of the Moon, rings of Saturn, moons orbiting Jupiter, and even some brighter nebulas
• Stable altazimuth mount and tripod provides smooth motion in both altitude (up/down) and azimuth (left/right) axes of motion
• The included EZ Finder II reflex sight makes finding celestial objects a breeze - once aligned, just place the red-dot on the object, and you're ready to view!
• Includes two 1.25" telescope eyepieces, EZ Finder II reflex sight, smooth rack and pinion focuser, reflector collimation cap, and Starry Night astronomy software

Specifications:

• Best for viewing - Lunar & planetary
• Best for imaging - Lunar & planetary
• User level - Beginner
• Optical design - Reflector
• Optical diameter - 76mm
• Focal length - 700mm
• Focal ratio - f/9.2
• Optics type - Spherical
• Glass materia - lSoda-lime plate
• Eyepieces - Explorer II 25.0mm, 10.0mm
• Magnification with included eyepieces - 28x, 70x
• Resolving power - 1.52arc*sec
• Lowest useful magnification - 18x
• Highest useful magnification - 152x
• Highest theoretical magnification - 152x
• Limiting stellar magnitude - 12.1
• Optical quality - Diffraction limited
• Finder scope - EZ Finder II
• Focuser - 1.25" Rack-and-pinion
• Secondary mirror obstruction - 20mm
• Secondary mirror obstruction by diameter - 26%
• Secondary mirror obstruction by area - 7%
• Mirror coatings/over-coatings - Aluminum & Silicon Dioxide
• Mount type - Altazimuth
• Astro-imaging capability - Simple moon shots
• Computerized compatibility - Not compatible
• Bearing material - Friction bearings
• Setting circles - Yes
• Tube material - Steel
• Tripod material - Aluminum
• Length of optical tube - 27.0 in.
• Weight, optical tube - 4.0 lbs.
• Weight, mount/tripod - 4.4 lbs.
• Weight, fully assembled - 8.4 lbs.
• Additional included accessories - Collimation cap, Altitude fine adjustment

Package Contents:

• Orion 3" f/9.2 reflector telescope optical tube assembly
• 25mm Orion Explorer II telescope eyepiece (1.25")
• 10mm Oriion Explorer II telescope eyepiece (1.25")
• Tripod legs
• Altazimuth yoke telescope mount
• EZ Finder II finder scope
• Finder scope bracket
• Collimation cap
• Tripod accessory tray
• Dust cap
• Altitude micro-motion control rod and thumbwheel
• Tripod attachment screws
• Wing nuts
• Washers
• Starry Night Special Edition astronomy software