SkyWatcher Skyhawk-1145PS Newton CQ40

This popular 114 mm telescope is an ideal beginner's telescope. It has a parabolic main mirror to ensure the maximum magnification of about 180-200x. The 114 mm mirror gathers lot of light so even fainter deep-sky objects can be observer from under dark skies. The parabolic mirror has better optical quality, it makes the scope excellent for lunar and planetary observing as well.

The scope is lightweight and compact, even children can easily operate it. The package contains a 10mm and a 25mm Barium eyepiece (20x and 50x magnification). Further eyepieces or Barlows can be used to cover all magnification range.

During the development of the new CQ40 equatorial mount, the goal was to obtain a high load capacity while reducing size and weight. By changing the geometry, the result was an extremely light and compact, yet stable mechanical head. The weight of the head is only 1 kg, and its load capacity is 4 kg. Thanks to the standard prism rail connection, mounting and dismounting the telescope is quick and easy. Fixing and releasing the axles is very convenient thanks to the large, handy fixing discs (brakes). Both axes have slow motion controls, so it is very easy to center and track the celestial bodies. The mechanical head is placed on a light aluminum tripod, which is easily fixed with a screw. The tripod can be extended, so the height of the telescope can be adjusted to the desired height. There is an eyepiece tray between the tripods, which is practical for smaller accessories. It can be installed and removed easily.