Description
Embark on a celestial journey with the Orion Observer 114mm Equatorial Reflector Sun and Moon Kit, a comprehensive package designed for the aspiring astronomer. This beginner-friendly telescope combines powerful optics with user-oriented features, making it an ideal choice for exploring the wonders of the night sky and the brilliance of our closest star, the Sun.
Discover the Universe: The Orion Observer’s 114mm parabolic primary mirror gathers ample light to reveal the intricate details of lunar craters, the majestic rings of Saturn, and the swirling cloud bands of Jupiter. With a 500mm focal length and a fast f/4.4 focal ratio, you’re equipped to dive into deep-sky adventures, witnessing nebulae and galaxies in stunning clarity.
Daytime Solar Observations: Safely observe the Sun’s dynamic surface with the included safety film solar filter. Manufactured to high standards in the USA, this filter allows you to witness solar phenomena such as sunspots and solar flares without risking your eyesight.
Precision and Stability: Navigating the cosmos is a breeze with the EQ3-class equatorial mount, which provides precise control and stability. Paired with an aluminum tripod, the setup remains steadfast during your observational sessions. The dual slow-motion cables allow for fine adjustments, ensuring that you stay locked onto your celestial target.
Optimized Viewing Experience: The kit includes two 1.25″ Plossl eyepieces (25mm and 10mm), offering magnifications of 20x and 50x. These multi-coated eyepieces enhance your viewing experience, providing sharp, contrast-rich images. The reflex sight finder scope aids in quickly locating objects, while the rack-and-pinion focuser ensures smooth and precise adjustments.
Convenient and Portable: With a total assembled weight of just 16.1 lbs, the Orion Observer is both portable and easy to set up, making it perfect for backyard astronomers or those who wish to venture to darker skies. The dovetail saddle allows for quick attachment and detachment of the optical tube assembly, and the center-marked primary mirror aids in accurate collimation.
Educational and Fun: Not only is the Orion Observer a tool for discovery, but it’s also an educational instrument that can spark a lifelong interest in astronomy. Whether you’re observing the Moon’s surface, tracking planets, or gazing at the Sun, this telescope offers an engaging and enjoyable way to learn about our universe.
With additional accessories like a 13% transmission moon filter, the Orion Observer 114mm Equatorial Reflector Sun and Moon Kit stands as a testament to quality and value, promising countless nights (and days) of astronomical exploration and enjoyment.
Orion Observer 114mm Equatorial Reflector Sun and Moon Kit Specifications:
Specification | Detail |
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Best for Viewing | Brighter deep sky |
User Level | Beginner |
Optical Design | Reflector |
Optical Diameter | 114mm |
Focal Length | 500mm |
Focal Ratio | f/4.4 |
Optics Type | Parabolic |
Glass Material | Soda-lime plate |
Eyepieces | Plossl 25.0mm, 10.0mm (1.25″) |
Magnification with Included Eyepieces | 20x, 50x |
Resolving Power | 1.02arc*sec |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 16x |
Highest Useful Magnification | 228x |
Highest Theoretical Magnification | 228x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 13.0 |
Finder Scope | Reflex sight |
Focuser | 1.25″ Rack-and-pinion |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction | 37mm |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter | 32% |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area | 11% |
Mirror Coatings/Over-coatings | Aluminum & Silicon Dioxide |
Mount Type | Equatorial |
Dovetail Bar System | Yes |
Setting Circles | Yes |
Polar-axis Scope | Not available |
Tube Material | Steel |
Tripod Material | Aluminum |
Counterweight Bar Length | 8 in. |
Diameter of Counterweight Shaft | 13mm |
Height Range of Mount | 37.50 in. – 69.50 in. |
Length of Optical Tube | 18.4 in. |
Weight, Optical Tube | 4.7 lbs. |
Weight, Mount/Tripod | 11.4 lbs. |
Weight, Fully Assembled | 16.1 lbs. |
Additional Included Accessories | Film Solar Filter, 13% Transmission Moon Filter |
Other Features | Dual slow-motion cables, Dovetail saddle for easy attach/detach of OTA, Center-marked primary mirror for collimation |
Warranty | One year |
What’s in the Box:
Optical tube assembly
EQ mount
Aluminum tripod
Accessory tray
Red dot finder scope
25mm Plossl eyepiece, 1.25″
10mm Plossl eyepiece, 1.25″
Counterweight
Counterweight shaft
Slow-motion cables (x2)
Tube ring and dovetail mounting bar assembly
Moon filter
Solar Filter
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