BRESSER Messier AR-102s/600 EXOS-2 Telescope

NEW - now including a high-quality objective solar filter for safe observation of sunspots, eclipses, and planetary transits. A high-quality telescope for night and solar observation.

The telescope consists of a refractor telescope (Refractor) and an equatorial mount with included tripod. The optics have a clear aperture of 102 mm with a focal length of 600 mm and a focal ratio of f/5.9. The refractor has many extras such as tube rings with a handle and integrated camera holder, a 31.7 mm (1.25") star diagonal, or a 6x30 finder scope. With the EXOS-2 equatorial mount, also known as a parallactic mount, one axis is aligned with the North Star. When tracking a celestial object, only one axis needs to be moved, which makes tracking much easier compared to mounts that only have left/right and up/down axes (azimuthal mount). With the 6x30 finder scope included in the set, celestial objects are easily found. The finder scope also has a reticle for more comfortable observation in the dark. The mount also features an illuminated polar finder scope that greatly simplifies alignment to the north. Through two flexible shafts connected to the fine adjustment unit, objects can be precisely adjusted and tracked in the eyepiece. The stable stainless steel tube tripod is height-adjustable, ensuring a comfortable viewing position.

Area of application: The BRESSER Messier AR-102S on EXOS-2 offers ambitious amateur astronomers good optics with a very stable universal mount. The telescope's 102 mm aperture is very suitable for detailed observations of the Moon and the planets of our solar system. In addition, the telescope gathers enough light to look further into the night sky. Star clusters or various nebulae can be observed in a dark sky. With a total weight of approximately 18 kg, composed of the three parts (tube, mount with counterweight, tripod), the telescope is ideal for use outside bright cities. Only then can the optics deliver their maximum performance.

Special Features: Bresser EXOS-2 mount Equatorial (parallactic) mount with a load capacity of up to 13 kg (depending on telescope length) and polar finder scope. Ball bearings on both axes allow for precise and smooth movement. For easier tracking and navigation during observation, an optional GoTo motor set can be used.

OPTICAL FEATURES

• Type: Refractor telescope
• Lens diameter: 102 mm / Focal length: 600 / F/5.9
• Maximum useful magnification: 204x
• High-quality, high-luminosity achromatic objective
• Modern multi-coating of lenses for a bright, high-contrast image
• Robust aluminum tube construction
• Very high-quality Hexafoc focuser with a clear internal diameter of 2.5"
• 6x30 finder scope with reticle eyepiece; optimized finder scope bracket for comfortable viewing
• 31.7 mm (1.25") star diagonal
• Handle for comfortable transport with integrated camera holder (camera thread)
• Dovetail plate with stainless steel clamping surface (44 mm universal dovetail for GP/EQ5/LXD75)
• 50.8 to 31.7 mm adapter with integrated T2 adapter (optional T2 ring required)
• Smartphone adapter for celestial navigation included
• Telescope for night and solar observation

MOUNT FEATURES

• Stable parallactic mount with fine adjustment on both axes
• Ball bearings on both axes for more precise movements
• Height-adjustable stainless steel tripod (min. 69 cm / max. 109.5 cm)
• Load capacity up to 13 kg
• Upgradeability with the Bresser Star Tracker GoTo Kit (article number 4951750)
• Bubble level for easy horizontal alignment
• Polar altitude scale for adjusting latitude
• Graduated scale rings for easy object localization using a star chart or planetarium software
• Polar finder scope with optional illumination (article number 4964212)
• Tripod weight: 4.7 kg
• Mount weight: 5.6 kg (without counterweight)
• Total weight incl. counterweight: 14.8 kg
• Batteries: not included

INCLUDES

• Optical tube
• 26 mm Super Plössl eyepiece (31.7 mm / 1.25")
• 31.7 mm (1.25") star diagonal
• Integrated 31.7 mm and T2 adapter
• Dovetail plate with stainless steel clamping surface (44 mm universal dovetail for GP/EQ5/LXD75)
• 6x30 finder scope
• Rotating star chart
• Objective solar filter
• Tube rings with handle and camera mount
• Smartphone adapter for navigation
• Stellarium PC astronomy software (downloadable)
• BRESSER EXOS-2 Mount
• 1 x 4.5 kg counterweight
• Stainless steel tube tripod with accessory tray