SkyWatcher EXPLORER 150 PDS + EQ3 PRO Synscan Mount & Tripod KIT #10218/20230 SO

SkyWatcher EXPLORER 150 PDS + EQ3 PRO Synscan Mount & Tripod KIT #10218/20230

Brand New UK Stock, boxed with full Guarantee

PLEASE NOTE THIS LISTING includes the Deluxe EQ3 PRO Synscan GOTO Mount & Tripod a Mount or Tripod

OPTIMISED FOR PRIME FOCUS ASTRO-PHOTOGRAPHY

The new Sky-Watcher EXPLORER-150PDS Newtonian Reflector incorporates the same superb mirror-set as the Explorer-150P Black Diamond Series, but with two significant advantages. A Dual-Speed 10:1 ratio focuser is now included for excellent focusing precision. Also the tube length has been slightly shortened to optimise performance for prime-focus photography. Even better performance for astro-photography and visual use can be achieved when used in combination with Sky-Watcher’s Newtonian coma corrector (Prod.Code 20233).

STANDARD SPECIFICATION:

• Magnification (with eyepiece supplied) x27
• Highest Practical Power (Potential) x300
• Diameter of Primary Mirror 150mm
• Telescope Focal Length 750mm (f/5)
• Eyepiece Supplied 28mm LET (2"/50.8mm)
• 6x30 Finderscope
• Parabolic Primary Mirror
• 2" (50.8mm) Dual-Speed 10:1 Crayford Focuser
• 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
• 33% more Light-Gathering than 130mm

PARABOLIC PRIMARY MIRRORS
Features High Quality Parabolic Primary Mirrors to eliminate spherical aberrations inherent in 'fast' focal length reflectors with spherical primary mirrors. The mirrors are parabolized to bring all the light rays to the same focal point to give sharp, constrasty images, which are full of detail.

SKY-WATCHER DELUXE MIRROR COATINGS
Most reflectors today usually have a coat of aluminium as the mirror surface and then an overcoat of silicon monoxide or silicon dioxide to protect it. Silicon dioxide produces a much more durable coat than silicon monoxide but requires specialized equipment to apply it and is therefore more expensive. Protection is needed, because in most reflectors, the mirror is open to the elements and deterioration of the reflective layer reduces the resolution of the telescope. ALL Sky-Watcher reflectors are Multi-Coated with Silicon Dioxide as standard for Optimum Durability and Long Term Performance.

Sky-Watcher offers simple solutions for users who would like to attach their smaller telescope to a convenient computerized system but do not wish to deal with the weight of the HEQ5 or EQ6 mounts. The EQ3 PRO SynScan TM mounts use the same Go-To system found in the HEQ5 and EQ6 PRO SynScan TM. It allows you to point the telescope at a specific object or even tour the skies at the touch of a button. Its extensive database includes a massive 42,900+ night sky objects.
The EQ3 PRO SynScan TM mount is a perfect instrument for novice visual observers and imagers to enjoy astronomy with minimal setup time and in-depth knowledge of the night sky.

PLEASE NOTE: The Motor Control box supplied (situated left of handset in above picture) is designed to clamp onto 1.75” Diameter Stainless Steel tripod legs. In this instance the Motor Control Box should be attached with either cord or Velcro (User Supplied)

• Positioning Accuracy up to 1 arc minute. Accuracy enhanced by software collimation error (mount mechanical error) compensation.
• Stepper motors with 1.8° step angle and 64 micro steps driven.
• Slewing speed up to 3.4°/sec (800X).
• Guiding speed selectable from 0.25X, 0.50X, 0.75X, or 1X.
• 42,900+ Object database containing complete Messier, NGC, and IC catalogues.
• Periodic Error Correction.
• PC compatibility.
• Upgradeable hand control via internet download.
• Maximum Payload e.g. Explorer-150P/PL Reflector or Evostar-120 Refractor
• Supplied with Aluminium Tripod & Accessory Tray

Photo Express & The Photography Shop Delivery Information 

FREE Fedex Priority 24 & 48 Delivery to Zone 1 Areas

Carriage Free to England, Wales and parts of Scotland, excluding Highlands and Islands, Isle of Man, Northern Ireland & Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight (Postcodes PO30-41) = £30 Extra

Zone 2 = Highlands & Islands of Scotland = £30 Extra

(Postcodes IV, HS, KA27-28, KW, PA20-80, PH17-26, PH30-50, ZE)

Zone 3 = Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, Scilly Isles = £50 Extra

(Postcode BT, IM, TR21-25)

PLEASE NOTE FEDEX PRIORITY 24 NOT AVAILABLE TO SOME ZONE 1,2,3 & I.O.W ADDRESSES, THUS ALTERNATIVE SERVICE WILL BE USED.