Sky-Watcher Mak127 EQ3-2 GoTo Telescope

• Telescope to get started in Astronomy
• Ideal on planets, the Moon and for beginners in deep sky observation
• EQ3-2 German equatorial mount
• Tracking included and automatic GOTO pointer included
• 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 HEQ5 Pro mount 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 telescopes 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.

Automated Go-To System

After calibration (setup) with the polar telescope on the North Star, select the mount alignment on one, two or three stars. More than 49,200 objects including the main catalogs are registered in the database (Messier, NGC, IC as well as planets, Moon and Sun). For maximum comfort, the mount moves quickly, up to 3.4°/s via manual control. Easy to use, it helps quickly direct the instrument to any galaxy, nebula, cluster or object in the solar system. Discover in detail the famous Andromeda galaxy, the fabulous curtains that surround the heart of Orion, the Hercules cluster M13 and its heart rich in thousands of stars. Saturn, Jupiter and the Moon are also wonders to scrutinize without moderation.

The indication on the racket of the date, time and place of observation combined with The "Tour" function allows you to direct the EQ3-2 mount towards the most interesting objects throughout an entire evening . Enjoy a guided sky tour of your viewing location by clicking the "Enter" button based on the object presented in a drop-down list. This procedure called "Backlash" requires measuring the time between two opposite movements of the mount. The operation is simple to perform and saves precious time, especially in astrophotography. The object you want to photograph is generally in the center of the sensor... a real pleasure!

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 NEQ3-2 GoTo Mount

• 1 EQ3-2 equatorial mount
• 1 Pro Go-To kit for EQ3-2 (to be mounted on the mount)
• 1 SynScan Go-To Handheld Controller
• 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
• 1 x Cigarette Lighter Plug Power Cable
• User manual in French