Sky-Watcher Mak 127/1500 EQ3-2 Telescope

• Telescope to get started in Astronomy
• Ideal on planets, the Moon and for beginners in deep sky observation
• EQ3-2 German equatorial mount
• Easy to carry, light and compact.

The Mak127 from Sky-Watcher combines compactness and performance. Twice as bright as Mak90 , the observation of deep sky objects becomes more evident. In planetarium, the highest resolution allows you to start taking images with good results. The primary mirror, combined with the secondary mirror and a multi-layer treated concave meniscus, thus gives surprising results. The observation of Saturn, accompanied by its rings, is fantastic. Jupiter, the largest planet in the solar system, reveals fine details of its atmosphere.

The Moon is a wonder that you can contemplate for years, since the number of craters that dot its surface is very important. There is no chromaticism, unlike achromatic glasses . The tube is very compact and the assembly is easily transportable. Complemented by long focal length eyepieces, observing the brightest deep sky objects, such as the Great Orion Nebula (M42), the Hercules Cluster (M13) or the Perseus Double Cluster, will satisfy both the beginner and the amateur. curious. Under a very dark sky other objects (those in the Messier catalog in particular) can be easily distinguished.

Focusing, a key element to obtain quality images, is carried out by translating the primary mirror to provide sufficient focusing travel with numerous accessories. Warming up (especially cooling of the meniscus) is rapid (much less than 30 min) .

Everything you need to know about the Sky-Watcher EQ3-2 mount

For hobbyists interested in visual observing with a telescope up to 150mm in diameter, the EQ3-2 mount allows for quality observations without too much vibration. The most massive version, the H EQ5 mount​ Pro Go-To , will be preferable for those who want to get started in long exposure astrophotography. The EQ3-2 mount supports many beginner telescopes up to 150mm diameter (5.5kg max) or refractors up to 100mm diameter. It has fine movements in azimuth and latitude to facilitate positioning and to compensate for the rotation of the earth (keeping the object in the center of the eyepiece field).

The optical tube is adapted using a Vixen-type female dovetail. An accessory tray ensures good rigidity of the assembly. The EQ3-2 mount can receive a polar finder (option #SW0123 ) on the polar axis to quickly establish the station. The visual observer will appreciate the GOTO SynScan automatic signaling system delivered via easy-to-use manual control. In fact, it is not necessary to know the position of stars or distant stars in the deep sky, the Go-To system of the NEQ3-2 mount is responsible for moving the instrument towards the target you want to observe.

Specifications

Items delivered

Sky-Watcher Mak 127mm f/11.8 optical tube

• 1 Sky-Watcher Mak127 f/11.8 optical tube
• 2 31.75mm fluid eyepieces: Super 10mm and Super 25mm
• 1 diagonal transmission 31.75mm
• 1 "red dot" type finder
• 1 integrated male dovetail type Vixen

Sky-Watcher EQ3-2 Mount

• 1 EQ3-2 equatorial mount
• 1 counterweight of 3.5 kg
• 1 counterweight of 1.5 kg
• 1 height-adjustable aluminum tripod (71 cm to 123 cm)
• 1 accessory rack
• User manual in French (English on the manufacturer's website)