SpaceProbe 3" ALTAZ Reflector

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Beginning astronomy enthusiasts seeking an affordable entry to astronomical adventure will get it in spades with an Orion SpaceProbe 3 Altazimuth Reflector Telescope. Great for all-around astronomical observing, this highly portable, uncomplicated telescope is just the right size and weight for all family members, and just the right price for parents.

The SpaceProbe 3 Altazimuth Reflector Telescope makes the night sky’s treasures accessible right from the comfort of your own backyard. This inexpensive reflector telescope will amaze you with revealing views of Saturn’s picturesque rings, Jupiter’s moons, and the beautifully cratered terrain of our own Moon’s surface. Built around a 3" (76mm) diameter primary mirror, the Orion SpaceProbe 3 Altazimuth Reflector Telescope also gathers enough light to snare the faint glows of some very exotic star clusters and distant nebulas! The SpaceProbe 3’s focal length of 700mm (f/9.2) provides sharp views of cosmic curiosities the whole family can enjoy.

The aluminum Newtonian reflector optical tube features a 1.25" rack-and-pinion focuser to ensure sharp images in the telescope eyepiece. Speaking of which, each Orion SpaceProbe 3 Altazimuth Reflector includes  two interchangeable 1.25” Explorer II telescope eyepieces, a 25mm and a 10mm. The 25mm eyepiece will yield 28x power magnification in the SpaceProbe 3 while the 10mm eyepiece boosts the magnification up to 70x power. A wide-field EZ Finder II reflex sight is also included to aid in locating objects and aiming the telescope. An adjustable-height tripod with accessory tray and aluminum legs is also included with the SpaceProbe 3.

The Orion SpaceProbe 3 Altazimuth Reflector Telescope comes with an altazimuth mount which allows simple up/down and left/right motion.  The altazimuth mount is lightweight and easy to use for anyone on the family. (+Like all reflector telescopes, the SpaceProbe 3 is not recommended for terrestrial viewing on land as the images will not be right-side up.)

For the novice keen to discover what’s "out there," the affordable Orion SpaceProbe 3 Altazimuth reflector Telescope provides a wonderful opportunity!

Specifications

UseAstronomy
User levelBeginner
Optical designReflector
Optical diameter76mm
Focal length700mm
Focal ratiof/9.2
Optics typeSpherical
Glass materialSoda-lime plate
Eyepieces includedExplorer II 25.0mm, 10.0mm
Magnification with included eyepieces28x, 70x
Resolving power1.52arc sec
Lowest useful magnification18x
Highest useful magnification95x
Limiting stellar magnitude12.1
Optical qualityDiffraction limited
Finder scopeEZ Finder II
Focuser1.25" Rack-and-pinion
Secondary mirror obstruction20mm
Secondary mirror obstruction26% by diameter
Secondary mirror obstruction by area7%
Mirror coatings/over-coatingsAluminum & Silicon Dioxide
Mount styleAltazimuth
Astro-imaging capabilitySimple moon shots
Computerized compatibilityNo
Bearing materialFriction bearings
Latitude range14-70
Setting circlesYes
Tube materialSteel
Tripod materialAluminum
Additional included accessoriesAltitude fine adjustment
Length of optical tube27.0 in
Weight, optical tube4.0 lbs
Weight, mount/tripod4.4 lbs
Weight, fully assembled8.4 lbs
WarrantyOrion 1 year limited warranty
  


  • Model: ORI/09883
  • Manufactured by: Orion




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