Red Dot Finder for easy locating of celestial objects
130mm primary mirror collects 30% more light than 114mm, revealing more space treasures with better resolution and brighter image.
Smooth rack-and-pinion focuser
Short focal length design, ideal for astrophotography
Mount Weight: 1kg(without counterweight)
Mount Payload: 4kg
Drive mode: worm wheel and worm gear
Latitude adjustment range: 0-72°
RA axis can be upgraded with a motor kit for tracking
Extended version: includes pier extension for better maneuverability
The Sky-Watcher P130CQ40 is a large aperture scope on a light and portable Equatorial mount at an affordable price. It is able to operate at latitude between 0-72 degrees, so you are able to use it in any ASEAN country and beyond.
For the P130 version, the Pier extension is also included. This means there will be more space around for the scope to be maneuvered to view challenging parts of the sky, without the tripod legs interfering with the tube and counterweight.
Astrophotography with the CQ40
For simple astrophotography, the sample images below shows what can be taken with the setup out of the box.
The CQ40 mount can also be upgraded with an RA motor for tracking objects in the sky, and also for longer exposure astrophotography.
In the Box:
- Telescope Tube - CQ40 mount - Aluminum Tripod - Pier Extension - Counterweights set - Red dot finder - 2x 1.25" eyepieces (10mm, 25mm) - Tools for assembly - Manual
SPECIFICATIONS
- Mount Weight: 1kg(without counterwgight) - Payload: 4kg - Drive mode: worm wheel and worm gear - Latitude adjustment range: 0-72° - RA axis can be upgraded with a motor kit for tracking.
Sky-Watcher was launched in 1999 featuring a modest line of Newtonian and refractor optical tubes, with distribution in Europe and Asia. In 2000, Sky-Watcher released their first series of Dobsonian telescopes, and two years later answered the rising popularity of digital SLRs with their first version of the famed German Equatorial Mount, the EQ6. Today, with a full product line that includes Dobsonians, APO refractors, EQ mounts, and photography products, Sky-Watcher has grown into the most popular telescope brand worldwide.
iOptron iPolar Electronics Polarscope for SkyGuider Pro
Introducing iOptron iPolarTM - a high precision, easy to use electronics polarscope (e-PS).
What makes iPolar unique? 1. Can be easily installed inside the RA shaft on all iOptron equatorial mounts (except SmartEQ Pro). 2. Can be used on any mounts with adapters either internally or externally. 3. USB plug and play (no driver needed) 4. Works globally, no need to set northern and southern hemisphere. 5. No visible Polaris (north) or Sigma Octantis (south) necessary. 6. No need to rotate the mount during polar align.
iPolar is a smart electronic polarscope for everyone.
As absolutely beginners in stargazing my daughter and I find this 32mm eyepiece very valuable for the eyepiece collection. We have a 10, 15 and 25mm and a barlov already and it was time to look a bit wider in the sky. The GSO 32 does the job well. And as always the good service from Thaiexcite is appreciated.