Celestron Telescope Astromaster 130EQ

Designed for near and deep-sky observation with a fast focal ratio for astrophotography/imaging, Celestron's AstroMaster 130EQ Telescope features a 650mm focal length and a spherical mirror.

The scope is outfitted with a 1.25 rack-and-pinion focuser and two eyepieces to get new users started: a 10mm that yields 65x power and a 20mm for a 32.5x magnification. The 20mm eyepiece integrates an erecting system to correct images horizontally and vertically to allow easy terrestrial use. An unmagnified red-dot finder is also included to help set-up, align and navigate easier.

The included manual equatorial mount features slow-motion control cables make it easy to track objects even when wearing gloves, while also minimizing vibrations caused by handling the mount with your hands; and clearly visible indicators on the Right Ascension and Declination axes. An adjustable-height aluminum tripod rounds out the rig with a tray for accessories such as eyepieces, filters, and lights.

Optical Tube

• Large 130mm aperture
• Fast f/5 focal ratio
• 650mm focal length
• Resolution: 1.07 arcsec, Rayleigh; 0.89 arcsec, Dawes
• 1.25" rack-and-pinion focuser

Mount and Tripod

• CG-3 Mount: Manual German equatorial
• Dual slow-motion control cables enable fine adjustments with reduced vibrations
• Altitude adjustment screws locks setting
• Etched Right Ascension and Declination scales
• Removable counterweight bar
• Two 4.8-pound counterweights to properly balance OTA and accessories for smooth movement
• Dovetail plate enables fast assembly and break-down

Tripod:

• Adjustable-height
• 1.25" diameter stainless steel legs
• Tray to hold eyepieces, lights, and accessories
• Spiked feet add stability on uneven/soft ground