Celestron AstroMaster 90EQ Refractor

Celestron AstroMaster 90EQ Telescope: Precision Meets Simplicity in Stargazing Explore the night sky with ease using the Celestron AstroMaster 90EQ Telescope, an ideal choice for astronomers who appreciate both precision and simplicity. This telescope features a manual German equatorial mount, equipped with setting circles, allowing accurate tracking and location of various celestial objects. Its adjustable, full-height steel tripod, complete with a deluxe accessory tray, offers a stable and versatile observing platform. The 90EQ model is renowned for its quick and easy no-tool setup, making it convenient for spontaneous stargazing sessions. It comes bundled with a set of valuable accessories, including a 20mm and a 10mm eyepiece for different magnification levels, an erect image diagonal for comfortable viewing, and a finderscope to easily pinpoint celestial objects. Additionally, the package includes a complimentary download of Celestron’s Starry Night Basic Software. This premier astronomy software package enhances your stargazing experience with a vast 36,000 object database, printable sky maps, and enhanced 3D images of stars, exoplanets, and galaxies. It's an invaluable tool for planning your observing sessions and expanding your astronomical knowledge. The AstroMaster 90EQ is not just a telescope; it’s a window to the cosmos, offering bright and clear views of the Moon, planets, star clusters, and more.   Specifications OPTICAL TUBE INFO: Optical Design: Refractor Aperture: 90mm (3.54") Focal Length: 1000mm (39.37") Focal Ratio: f/11 Focal Length of Eyepiece 1: 20mm (.78") Magnification of Eyepiece 1: 50x Focal Length of Eyepiece 2: 10mm (.4") Magnification of Eyepiece 2: 100x Barlow Lens: Not Included Finderscope: Built-on StarPointer™ red dot finderscope Star Diagonal: Erect Image Diagonal - 1.25" Highest Useful Magnification: 213x Lowest Useful Magnification: 13x Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 12.3 Resolution (Rayleigh): 1.55 arc seconds Resolution (Dawes): 1.29 arc seconds Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): 165x Optical Coatings: Fully Coated Optical Tube Length: 770mm (30.3") Optical Tube Diameter: 90mm (3.54") Optical Tube Weight: 4.4 lb (2 kg) Dovetail: CG-3 Dovetail bar MOUNT INFO: Mount Type: CG-3 Equatorial Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod): 812.8mm - 1295.4mm (32" - 51") Tripod Leg Diameter: 31.75mm (1.25") steel Accessory Tray: Yes Tripod Weight: 9.3 lbs (4.24 kg) includes weight of mount Slew Speeds: Manual Dovetail Compatibility: CG-3 saddle plate Software: Celestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software and SkyPortal App Total Kit Weight: 13.7 lbs (6.21 kg) Included Items: Optical tube Tripod and mount (preassembled) 20mm and 10mm eyepiece Red-dot finderscope Manual Solar Warning Never look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic (unless you have the proper solar filter). Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result. Never use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it. Never leave your optic unsupervised. Make sure an adult who is familiar with the correct operating procedures is with your optic at all times, especially when children are present. California Residents WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Software and Documentation  MANUALS: AstroMaster AZ Quick Setup Guide AstroMaster AZ Manual OTHER PRODUCT FILES: Celestial Observing Telescope Maintenance Telescope Basics Astronomy Basics How to Determine Which Eyepieces to Use with Your Telescope How to Align a Red Dot Finder to Your Telescope Video Solar Safety Warning