Skywatcher Starquest DX102MC Maksutov Cassegrain Telescope

Skywatcher Starquest DX102MC Maksutov Cassegrain Telescope
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Original price was: CHF 399.00.Current price is: CHF 379.00.

Skywatcher Starquest DX102MC Maksutov Cassegrain Telescope

102MM (4″) F/12.7 MAKSUTOV CASSEGRAIN TELESCOPE ON EQUATORIAL MOUNT

High-quality telescope for beginners, but also for experienced hobby astronomers

The Starquest DX series consists of fully equipped telescope packages with a selection of high-quality, proven Sky-Watcher optics and the new, precise StarQuest DX Deluxe mount, after which this series was named. These telescopes are particularly suitable for beginners, but also for more experienced amateur astronomers who do not want to compromise on quality. We are sure that no matter which of the sets you choose, you will be satisfied with the optical performance and the solid mount that will enable you to get started in this fascinating hobby of astronomy.

The compact but very powerful Starquest DX102MC Maksutov Cassegrain telescope with 102mm aperture is ideal for observing double stars, details on the lunar surface or even bright planets. The Maksutov Cassegrain is a catadioptic design that uses a primary mirror and a front corrector, effectively folding the long focal length into a compact telescope tube. The high-resolution, long focal length optics are multicoated for maximum contrast and image sharpness.

The new generation Starquest DX mount is a high-quality, lightweight mount that is easy to use and suitable for both beginners and experienced observers. Once aligned with Polaris, the mount allows you to easily track celestial objects using the flexible shafts. The mount offers a maximum payload of 5kg and comes on a sturdy, height-adjustable stainless steel tripod for maximum stability. The mount is equipped with 360° drives in the right ascension and declination axes. Optionally, a DC motor drive (no. 20940) can be attached to the right ascension axis for automatic tracking. The set includes a smartphone adapter for your first attempts at photographing the night sky.

  • Magnification with included eyepieces: 65x & 130x
  • Maximum useful magnification: 204x
  • Main mirror diameter: 102mm
  • Parabolic primary mirror & secondary mirror with Radiantâ„¢ Aluminum Quartz (RAQâ„¢) coating with up to 94% reflectivity and optimum longevity Stability
  • Telescope focal length: 1300mm (f/12.7)
  • Included eyepieces: 10mm & 20mm Fotovisuell
  • Red dot finder
  • Universal smartphone adapter (suitable for smartphones with a width of 54-90 mm)
  • 90º zenith mirror 1.25″
  • StarQuest DX Deluxe Equatorial Mount
  • Height-adjustable stainless steel stand with accessory tray
  • Flexible shafts for RA and DEK axles
  • Counterweight bar with 1kg counterweight
  • Maximum load: 5kg
  • Worm gearbox
  • Large 95mm gearwheel in RA (with 93 teeth)
  • 62mm gear wheel in DEK (with 60 teeth)
  • Couplings in R. and DEK axle
  • Adjustable pitch circles in both axes
  • 45mm prism clamp
  • Mounting head weight: 1.4kg
  • Tripod weight: 2.4kg
  • Tripod extendable from 680mm to 1160mm
  • Optional RA motor drive available (no. 20940)
  • 28.4% higher light gathering capacity than with a 90mm telescope

Scope of delivery:

  • 102mm Maksutov Cassegrain telescope tube
  • Red dot finder
  • 10mm / 20mm eyepieces
  • Smartphone holder
  • Starquest DX mount with stainless steel tripod and eyepiece holder
  • Flexible shafts

 

GENERAL
Shipping weight
10,0kg
Shipping size
85x36x23cm
OPTICS
Design
Maksutov Cassegrain
Focal length (mm)
1300
Opening (mm)
102
Opening ratio
f:12,7
Focuser
Primary mirror focusing
Tube weight (kg)
3
ASSEMBLY
Type
Equatorial mount
Max. Visual payload (kg)
5
Total mounting weight (kg)
3.5