Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ Telescope with Motor Drive: Your Passport to the Stars

The Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ Telescope with Motor Drive is a stellar gateway to the wonders of the universe, designed for both amateur astronomers and seasoned sky gazers. This telescope features a manual German equatorial mount equipped with setting circles, enabling precise location and tracking of celestial objects. The adjustable, full-height steel tripod, complete with a deluxe accessory tray, ensures a stable and comfortable viewing experience. Its no-tool setup is quick and straightforward, allowing you to embark on your celestial journey in just minutes.

This model comes with a range of essential accessories, including a 20mm eyepiece with an erect image corrector for a correct view of the night sky, a 10mm eyepiece for higher magnification, and a finderscope to easily spot celestial bodies. A standout feature of the AstroMaster 130EQ is the motor drive, which automatically tracks the apparent movement of stars and planets across the night sky, enhancing your stargazing experience by keeping objects centered in your view.

In addition, this telescope package includes a download of Celestron’s Starry Night Basic Software. This comprehensive software offers an extensive 36,000 object database, along with printable sky maps and enhanced 3D images of stars, exoplanets, and galaxies. It's an invaluable tool for planning your observing sessions and expanding your knowledge of the universe. The AstroMaster 130EQ with Motor Drive isn’t just a telescope; it’s a full-fledged observatory that brings the cosmos to your backyard.

Specifications

OPTICAL TUBE INFO:
Optical Design:	Newtonian Reflector
Aperture:	130mm (5.11")
Focal Length:	650mm (25.6")
Focal Ratio:	f/5
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1:	20mm (.78") with built-in erect image corrector
Magnification of Eyepiece 1:	33x
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2:	10mm (.4") standard
Magnification of Eyepiece 2:	65x
Barlow Lens:	Not Included
Finderscope:	Built-on StarPointer™ red dot finderscope
Star Diagonal:	None
Optical Tube:	Aluminum
Highest Useful Magnification:	307x
Lowest Useful Magnification:	19x
Limiting Stellar Magnitude:	13.1
Resolution (Rayleigh):	1.07 arc seconds
Resolution (Dawes):	.89 arc seconds
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye):	345x
Secondary Mirror Obstruction:	44mm (1.73")
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter:	34%
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area:	11%
Optical Coatings:	Glass mirrors coated with aluminum and SiO₂
Optical Tube Length:	552mm (21.7")
Optical Tube Diameter:	160.5mm (6.32")
Optical Tube Weight:	7.7 lbs (3.5 kg)
Dovetail:	CG-3 Dovetail bar
MOUNT INFO:
Mount Type:	CG-3 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:	9.3 lbs (4.24 kg)
Slew Speeds:	Manual
Dovetail Compatibility:	CG-3 saddle plate
Software:	Celestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software and SkyPortal App
Total Kit Weight:	17 lbs (7.71 kg)
Included Items:	Optical tube Tripod and mount (preassembled) 20mm eyepiece with built-in erect image corrector Standard 10mm eyepiece Red-dot finderscope Manual
Solar Warning	Never look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic (unless you have the proper solar filter). Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result. Never use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it. Never leave your optic unsupervised. Make sure an adult who is familiar with the correct operating procedures is with your optic at all times, especially when children are present.
California Residents	WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Software and Documentation

MANUALS:
AstroMaster 76EQ, 114EQ and 130EQ Quick Setup Guide
AstroMaster EQ Manual
OTHER PRODUCT FILES:
Celestial Observing
Telescope Maintenance
Telescope Basics
Astronomy Basics
How to Determine Which Eyepieces to Use with Your Telescope
How to Align a Red Dot Finder to Your Telescope Video
Solar Safety Warning

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