SkyWatcher Explorer-130PDS (130/650) Newtonian reflector OTA with Dual-Speed focuser (1:10) on EQ3 mount

This SkyWatcher Explorer 130PDS Newton is the most advanced version of SkyWatcher's 130/650 line. It is equipped with a precision 2" Dual-speed Crayford focuser. It allows to attach 2" accessories, including 2" eyepieces. A coma corrector with DSLR camera can also be attached, so the telescope is very good for Deepsky astrophotography.

The main mirror is high quality parabolic pyrex, so the image is sharp and rich in contrast.

Standard accessories are:

• 2" precision dual-speed Crayford focuser with 1:10 microfocuser
• 2" and 1,25" visual adapters
• T2 adapter
• 6x30 Spring load finder scope
• 28 mm Apex eyepiece
• tube rings
• dovetail plate

The EQ3 mount comes with this package is a stable platform for this telescope. Both axes have slow motion knobs. A clock drive or dual axis motor drive can be purchased separately. A GoTo kit is also available with a database of 42900 objects. A polarscope can also be installed.

This SkyWatcher Explorer 130PDS Newton is the most advanced version of SkyWatcher's 130/650 line. It is equipped with a precision 2" Dual-speed Crayford focuser. It allows to attach 2" accessories, including 2" eyepieces. A coma corrector with DSLR camera can also be attached, so the telescope is very good for Deepsky astrophotography.

The main mirror is high quality parabolic pyrex, so the image is sharp and rich in contrast.

Standard accessories are:

• 2" precision dual-speed Crayford focuser with 1:10 microfocuser
• 2" and 1,25" visual adapters
• T2 adapter
• 6x30 Spring load finder scope
• 28 mm Apex eyepiece
• tube rings
• dovetail plate