Celestron AstroMaster 76EQ Newtonian Reflector Telescope Two Eyepieces Tripod
Celestron AstroMaster 76EQ Newtonian Reflector Telescope Two Eyepieces Tripod
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£179.95
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£199.99
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£179.95
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Celestron 31035 AstroMaster 76EQ Newtonian Reflector Telescope - Includes Two Eyepieces, Height-Adjustable Tripod and Deluxe Accessory Tray, Dark Blue
Discover our Solar System with the Celestron AstroMaster 76EQ! You’ll be ready to observe in minutes thanks to the quick and easy no-tool setup. The 76EQ provides bright, clear images of the Moon, planets, star clusters, and more for great nighttime viewing.
At a Glance
- Manual German equatorial mount with setting circles - to locate and track sky objects
- Adjustable, full height steel tripod with deluxe accessory tray
- Accessories include a 20mm and 10mm eyepiece, and a finderscope
- 20mm eyepiece has an erecting prism built into the eyepiece perfect for observing terrestrial and astronomical objects
- Quick and easy no-tool setup
- Download Starry Night Basic Software with a 36,000 object database, printable sky maps and enhanced images including 3D renderings of stars, exoplanets, and galaxies
About this item
- POWERFUL REFLECTOR TELESCOPE: The Celestron AstroMaster 76EQ Newtonian telescope is a powerful and user-friendly reflector telescope. It features fully-coated glass optics, a sturdy and lightweight frame, two eyepieces, a StarPointer red dot finderscope and an adjustable tripod.
- HIGH-QUALITY 76MM OPTICS: The heart of the system is a fully-coated 76mm primary mirror. The AstroMaster mount features two slow-motion control knobs that allow you to make precision adjustments to view celestial and terrestrial objects.
- QUICK SETUP & LIGHTWEIGHT FRAME: This telescope for adults and kids to be used together features a lightweight frame and a manual German Equatorial mount for smooth and accurate pointing. Setup is quick and easy, with no tools required.
- INCLUDED ACCESSORIES: We’ve included 2 eyepieces (20mm and 10mm), a tripod, and a StarPointer red dot finderscope. Accessories also include a FREE download of one of the top consumer rated astronomy software programs.
- UNBEATABLE CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from the world’s #1 telescope brand, based in California since 1960. You’ll also receive unlimited access to technical support from our team of experts.
Manual German Equatorial telescope
The AstroMaster mount comes with two slow motion control knobs that allow you to make fine pointing adjustments to the telescope in both Right Ascension and Declination axes, also referred to as RA and DEC.
Accessories Included
Accessories include a 20mm and 10mm eyepiece, erect image diagonal, and a finderscope. The two eyepieces offer different magnifications for low and high powered views.
Starry Night Software
Download Celestron’s Starry Night Software and learn about the night sky, celestial objects, and how to plan your next observing session. Celestron Starry Night Software is the premier astronomy software package on the market, providing resources and knowledge to view our solar system and beyond.
Manual Equatorial Mount
As Earth rotates, celestial objects appear to drift across the night sky. The EQ mount helps you track objects smoothly by turning the knobs. It’s easy to keep your target centred in the eyepiece.
Portability
Grab and go! This compact, lightweight telescope is your perfect companion for star parties, camping trips, and impromptu garden observing sessions.
Objects to Observe
The Universe is yours to explore! Discover the Moon and planets plus all the best deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula, the Andromeda Galaxy, the Pleiades Open Star Cluster, and more.
Better Viewing
Includes everything you need to get started with astronomy: two 1.25” eyepieces (20mm and 10mm), StarPointer red dot finderscope, erect image diagonal, and free Starry Night astronomy software.
Specifications - Optical Tube Info
- Optical Design: Newtonian Reflector
- Aperture: 76mm (3")
- Focal Length: 700mm (27.56")
- Focal Ratio: f/9.21
- Focal Length of Eyepiece 1: 20mm (.78") with built-in erect image corrector
- Magnification of Eyepiece 1: 35x
- Focal Length of Eyepiece 2: 10mm (.4") standard
- Magnification of Eyepiece 2: 70x
- Barlow Lens: Not Included
- Finderscope: Built-on StarPointer red dot finderscope
- Star Diagonal: None
- Optical Tube: Aluminum
- Highest Useful Magnification: 180x
- Lowest Useful Magnification: 11x
- Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 11.9
- Resolution (Rayleigh): 1.83 arc seconds
- Resolution (Dawes): 1.53 arc seconds
- Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): 118x
- Secondary Mirror Obstruction: 35mm (1.37")
- Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter: 46%
- Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area: 21%
- Optical Coatings: Glass mirrors coated with aluminum and SiO₂
- Optical Tube Length: 602mm (23.7")
- Optical Tube Diameter: 119.5mm (4.7")
- Optical Tube Weight: 3.9 lbs (1.77 kg)
- Dovetail Bar: CG-2 Dovetail bar
Specifications - Mount Info
- Mount Type: CG-2 Equatorial
- Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod): 812.8mm - 1295.4mm (32" - 51")
- Tripod Leg Diameter: 31.75mm (1.25") steel
- Accessory Tray: Yes
- Tripod Weight:: 7.2 lbs (3.26 kg) includes weight of mount
- Slew Speeds: Manual
- Dovetail Compatibility: CG-2 saddle plate
- Software: Celestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software and SkyPortal App
- Total Kit Weight: 11.1 lbs (5.03 kg)
Included Items:
- Optical tube
- Tripod and mount (preassembled)
- 20mm eyepiece with built-in erect
- image corrector
- Standard 10mm eyepiece
- Red-dot finderscope
- Manual
