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This bundle includes:
- 1 x 120/900 Evostar 120ED Doublet Refractor OTA
- 1 x EQ6-R GoTo Mount with Tripod (SynScan HC)
Evostar 120ED
Unlock the beauty of the universe with the SkyWatcher 120/900 Evostar ED Doublet Refractor OTA Telescope! This high-quality telescope features a 120mm aperture and a 900mm focal length, providing exceptional views of celestial objects.
The Evostar ED Doublet refractor design delivers impressive color correction and crisp, sharp images. Experience breathtaking clarity as you observe planets, star clusters, and nebulae in stunning detail.
With its compact and lightweight design, this telescope is perfect for both backyard astronomy and on-the-go stargazing adventures. Set up is quick and hassle-free, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the cosmos.
Designed for versatility, the SkyWatcher 120/900 Evostar ED Doublet Refractor OTA Telescope is compatible with a wide range of accessories, giving you the flexibility to enhance your observing experience. Capture stunning astrophotographs or expand your observing capabilities with additional eyepieces and filters.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced astronomer, this telescope offers ease of use and exceptional performance. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the night sky with the SkyWatcher 120/900 Evostar ED Doublet Refractor OTA Telescope and embark on an unforgettable astronomical journey.
Elevate your stargazing experience and witness the universe like never before. Don't miss out on the opportunity to explore the cosmos with this remarkable telescope.
120/900 Evostar ED Doublet Refractor OTA
- Suitable for Astrophotography
- View Solar System in High Definition
- Metallic high-transmission Coatings
- Compact & Portable
- Comes with An Aluminium Case
- 5 Years Sky-Watcher Limited Warrant
Metallic high-transmission Lens Coatings (MHC)
Sky-Watcher’s proprietary MHC has coated each air-to-glass lens surface. Anti-reflection metallic coatings ensure optimum light transmission approaching 99.5%.
Light-Baffled Optical Systems
The objective lens cell of this Sky-Watcher 120/900 Evostar ED Doublet OTA is light-baffled to reduce stray & unfocused light to ensure optimum contrast. The interior of the tube is flat-blackened to prevent unfocused internal light reflections from reaching the focal plane.
Precision 2” Crayford Focuser
This precision 2″ Crayford Focuser is mechanically ultra-smooth and backlash-free, offering you a fine and ultra-fine focusing adjustment.
Tube Materials
The optical tube material is rolled steel, powder-coated reflective gloss black with gold fleck accent. The front and back cells are cast aluminium painted white & black.
Telescope Tube Attachment Hardware
The optical tube comes with attachment hardware that allows it to be securely fastened to any Sky-Watcher Mount. The quick-release tube rings provided with Evostar ED80 are cast aluminium, painted white.
In the Box:
- ED120 OTA
- 2″ Diagonal
- 1.25″ Focuser Adaptor
- 8×50 Finderscope with Bracket
- Eyepiece – 5mm, 20mm (May come with 1x LET28mm instead of 2x 1.25 eyepieces)
- Tube Ring Attachment to Any Sky-Watcher Mount
- Piggyback Bracket
| Optical Design |
ED Refractor OTA |
| Model Number |
SWBDED120-OTA |
| Aperture |
120mm |
| Focal Length |
900mm |
| Eyepieces |
LET28mm |
| Focuser Diameter |
2″ |
| Finder Scope |
8 x 50mm |
| Diagonal |
2″ 90º Dielectric Diagonal |
| Highest Practical Power |
240x |
| Recommended Usage |
For the Professional |
| Tube Dimensions |
10cm x 92cm |
| Shipping Weight |
14.5kg |
| Recommended Usage |
Astrophotography, Viewing Galaxies/Stars/Nebulae |
EQ6-R
The new SkyWatcher EQ6-R PRO Synscan Computerised Go-To mounting is an exciting evolutionary progression of the continuing legend that is the EQ6 PRO. The modern optimised design of the EQ6-R PRO incorporates features that serious imagers will immediately appreciate, such as;
- Increased Payload capacity of 20kg for Astro-Photography
- Synchronous Belt Driven, resulting in minimal backlash – Even quieter, smoother operation and better results when guiding. Higher Torque.
- Superior Latitude adjustment controls with greater range of latitudes possible
- Built-in SNAP camera control port
- PPEC worm gear and worm periodic error correction function (avoids having to constantly re-train)
- Built-in carrying handle for convenient transportation
The supplied computerised Synscan™ hand control allows you to control the mount to point your telescope at a specific object or even tour the skies at the touch of a button. The user-friendly menu system allows automatic slewing to 42,000+ night sky objects from it’s extensive database.
Supplied with;
- EQ6-R Pro mount
- Tripod with 2″ stainless steel legs
- Dual-Fit 45mm/75mm dovetail saddle
- SynScan hand controller / cable
- Counterweight Rod: 18mm diameter, length 240mm + 180mm
- 2 x5 kg counterweights
- Polar alignment scope
- Autoguiding connection
- Printed Instruction Manual
SPECIFICATIONS
- Product Name: EQ6-R PRO Synscan
- Mount Type: German Equatorial
- Maximum Payload (Counterweights excluded): 20kg (for Astro-Photography)
- Latitude Adjustment Range: 5º to 65º
- Azimuth Adjustment Range: About ±9 º
- Mount Weight (Tripod excluded): 17.3 kg
- Counterweights Supplied: 2 x 5kg
- Tripod Supplied: 2-inch stainless steel, 7.5kg Weight
- Counterweight Rod: 18mm Diameter, Length 240mm + 180mm
- Power Requirement: DC11~16V 4A
- Motors: 1.8 º Hybrid Stepper Motors
- Transmission: 180:1 Worm Drive + 48:12 Timing Belt Drive + 64 Micro-step/1.8º Stepper Motor Drive
- Gear Ratio: 720
- Resolution: 9216000 Counts/Rev., approx. 0.14 arc-second
- Maximum Slewing Speed: 4.2 degrees/second
- Tracking Rate: Sidereal rate, solar rate, lunar rate
- Tracking Mode: Equatorial mode
- Auto-guiding Speed: 0.125X, 0.25X, 0.5X, 0.75X, 1X
- PEC: 100 Segments Permanent PEC (PPEC)
- Hand Controller: SynScan™
- Database: 42000+ Objects
- Celestial Object Catalogue: Messier, NGC, IC, SAO, Caldwell, Double Star, Vari-able Star, Named Star, Planets
- Pointing Accuracy: Up to 5 arc-minutes (RMS)
- An integral SNAP camera control port
- Dual-Fit 45mm/75mm Dovetail Saddle
- Polar Alignment Scope
