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Orion XT8 Telescope

Secondhand
Indicative market price: R7,910
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Condition
Secondhand
Location
South Africa
Brand
Orion
Customer ratings:
Product code
Orion Telescope
Bob Shop ID
326114625

 ** PRICE NEGOTIABLE**

This telescope is in excellent condition - it has no scratches and no dust on any of the lenses and mirrors.

 

Please contact me prior to purchase if you live outside of Johannesburg so that I may arrange a courier quote

 

The SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian has an 8" (203mm) diameter - The largest of it's price range, making it the best value for money telescope.

Not only does this telescope allow you to see the moon and closest planets in great detail; but you can also see nebula, galaxies and star clusters.

The telescope moves effortlessly on the Dobsonian base, allowing for seamless transitions from star to star. The telescope can conveniently be separated into two pieces for easy transport and storage. The Dobsonian base easily disconnects from the reflector optical tube. 

This telescope can last a lifetime if treated correctly. It is easy to use, which means an entire family can enjoy the high quality viewings of the moon and stars.
 
It includes a 25.00mm eyepiece.
 
This Telescope costs R7910 new.
 
Please note: Free delivery in Johannesburg. Shipping costs apply to areas outside Johannesburg.
 
 
SPECS:
 
Best for viewing
  • Brighter deep sky
Best for imaging
  • Lunar & planetary
User level
  • Beginner
Optical design
  • Reflector
Optical diameter
  • 203mm
Focal length
  • 1200mm
Focal ratio
  • f/5.9
Optics type
  • Parabolic
Glass material
  • Soda-lime plate
Eyepieces
  • Sirius Plossl 25.0mm (1.25")
Magnification with included eyepieces
  • 48x
Resolving power
  • 0.57arc*sec
Lowest useful magnification
  • 29x
Highest useful magnification
  • 300x
Highest theoretical magnification
  • 406x
Limiting stellar magnitude
  • 14.2
Optical quality
  • Diffraction limited
Finder scope
  • EZ Finder II
Focuser
  • 2" Crayford
Secondary mirror obstruction
  • 47mm
Secondary mirror obstruction by diameter
  • 23%
Secondary mirror obstruction by area
  • 5%
Mirror coatings/over-coatings
  • Aluminum & Silicon Dioxide
Mount type
  • Dobsonian
Astro-imaging capability
  • Lunar & planetary
Computerized compatibility
  • Not compatible
Bearing material
  • PTFE and UHMW bearings
Tube material
  • Steel
Tripod material
  • Wood
Length of optical tube
  • 46.5 in.
Weight, optical tube
  • 20.3 lbs.
Weight, mount/tripod
  • 20.7 lbs.
Weight, fully assembled
  • 41.0 lbs.
 

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