Celestron 31045 AstroMaster 130EQ Newtonian Reflector Telescope, Dark Blue

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The motor that you get for beginners mounts isn't up to photography standards, They can be nice however for higher magnifications on planets. Setting up the Celestron Astromaster 130EQ is simple: just mount the optical tube through the dovetail connection on the equatorial head and adjust the aluminum tripods.

While this adds to the telescope’s appeal, the actual benefit of this feature might differ based on the user’s specific needs and expectations. The Celestron 130EQ MD has enabled repeated steady views, it is beautifully made, relatively light weight and easy to transport and quick to set up, Its use is simple with incredible results from its crystal clear optics.It is a fully functional telescope that can serve you for many years, providing you with views of celestial objects like the moon’s craters, Jupiter’s bands, Saturn’s rings, and deep-sky objects such as galaxies, nebulas, and star clusters. Hi, I got an AM130EQ too, and the first thing I need to say is that for the money, I'm delighted that I got it because it confirmed for me that astronomy is a fantastic passtime and it got me hooked. Screw in the balance weight slide bar and fit on the two 5 kg weights, ensuring they are securely locked on with their finger tightened grub screws. Astrophotography Ready: With a fast focal ratio, this telescope is tailor-made for astrophotography and imaging, allowing both beginners and enthusiasts to capture stunning snapshots of the cosmos. Learn more about extra solar planets imagery, 3D Star rendering, observation planning, telescope control, multiple-panel printing, and much more.

We mentioned it earlier and we’ll say it again here: the supplied 20mm eyepiece is so poor that you might as well throw it out. The primary mirror in Newtonian reflectors, such as the Celestron AstroMaster 130 EQ, is a critical component with a significant impact on the telescope’s performance. From the moon’s features to the rings of Saturn and Jupiter’s bands, you’ll enjoy impressive planetary views when using the Plössl eyepiece. hi i have this scope and motor drive and its true the md is a bit crappy (for want of a better word) the trouble is that when the scope is pointing at a high angle the cable attachments do catch the md housing:mad: i took this off then the tightening bolt for the ra hit .In this article, we delve into the features that make the AstroMaster 130EQ a popular choice among beginners and intermediate astronomers. It is an erecting eyepiece, which means it is capable of presenting images in their correct orientation, making it ideal for terrestrial viewing during the day. The Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ is a 130mm Newtonian Reflector Telescope with an f/5 focal length and light-gathering power of 345x, making it probably the best model in the AstroMaster Series for both planetary and deep sky observing. Beyond its application as a telescope, Celestron advertises the AstroMaster 130mm as an optical device for both land and sky. Take the Equatorial Mount and seat it on top of the tripod, securing it on with the captivated nut located underneath in the apex of the tripod.