saxon Novo 909EQ2 Refractor Telescope
The saxon 909EQ is a great telescope for those wanting to start out with an Equatorial mount and learn the the art of tracking objects in Equatorial motion. The EQ2 mount does take a bit of time to set up but once you have done the set up properly it makes tracking the planets and the Moon much easier.
The saxon 909EQ can also be fitted with a clock drive, this is a simple motor set up that allows the telescope to track objects across the sky and keep them in the eyepiece at all times.
The generous 90mm aperture on the 909EQ means this scope boast more light gathering power than most beginner telescopes. In fact, it is has 112% more light gathering ability than scopes at a 70mm diameter - which means you see brighter and better contrast images.
You also get 10mm and 25mm eyepieces with the Saxon Novo 909EQ Refractor Telescope so you can vary your viewing magnifications. Ideal for high-power study of the moon and planets. Since this scope sits on an equatorial mount, it is not recommended it for land viewing.
Specifications:
Optical Design: | Refractor |
Aperture: | 90mm |
Highest Practical Power: | 180x |
Focal Length: | 910mm |
Focal Ratio: | F/10.1 |
Finderscope: | 6 x 30 |
Diagonal: | 1.25" 90degree Star Diagonal |
Mount Type: | German Equitorial EQ2 Mount |
Focuser Type | 1.25" Rack and Pinion |
Tripod: | Aluminium |
Optical Tube Dimensions: | 9 x 86.5cm |
Optical Tube Weight: | 2.5kg |
Shipping Dimensions: | 114 x 45 x 23 cm3 |
Shipping Weight: | 14.6kg |
Warranty: | 5 Years Limited Warranty |
Product Code: 212101
Optical Design | Refractor |
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Focuser Type | Rack & Pinion |