Celestron PowerSeeker 80AZ Short Refractor
The Celestron PowerSeeker 80AZ Short Refractor Telescope is an 80mm optical instrument with fully coated glass optics, offering bright, clear views in a lightweight and portable package. Designed for effortless...
The Celestron PowerSeeker 80AZ Short Refractor Telescope is an 80mm optical instrument with fully coated glass optics, offering bright, clear views in a lightweight and portable package. Designed for effortless setup without the need for tools, this telescope is ideal for those eager to start observing the sky quickly, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned observer.
The PowerSeeker 80AZ excels in both terrestrial and celestial viewing, making it perfect for observing the Moon, planets, star clusters, and brighter deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula and the Andromeda Galaxy. Its erect image star diagonal also allows for comfortable daytime viewing, making it versatile as a spotting scope.
Included in this telescope package are several accessories to enhance your viewing experience:
- Two eyepieces (20mm and 4mm) for varied magnifications.
- An erect image diagonal for comfortable, right-side-up viewing.
- A 3x Barlow lens to triple the magnification of each eyepiece.
- A finderscope for easy location and centering of objects in the eyepiece.
The telescope is mounted on an Alt-Azimuth frame, featuring a slow-motion rod control for smooth and accurate pointing, allowing for easy tracking of celestial objects across the sky.
The included adjustable tripod is sturdy and provides a stable base for observations. It comes with an accessory tray to keep your tools and accessories within reach.
Furthermore, the PowerSeeker 80AZ package includes a download of Celestron’s Starry Night Software, a comprehensive astronomy software that offers a database of 36,000 celestial objects, along with printable sky maps and enhanced 3D renderings of stars, exoplanets, and galaxies. This software is an invaluable resource for planning your observing sessions and expanding your astronomical knowledge.
Whether you’re embarking on your astronomical journey or looking for a reliable, easy-to-use telescope for frequent observations, the Celestron PowerSeeker 80AZ Short Refractor Telescope is an excellent choice.
Specifications
| OPTICAL TUBE INFO: | |
|---|---|
| Optical Design: | Refractor |
| Aperture: | 80mm (3.15") |
| Focal Length: | 400mm (16") |
| Focal Ratio: | f/5 |
| Focal Length of Eyepiece 1: | 20mm (0.79") |
| Focal Length of Eyepiece 2: | 4mm (0.16") |
| Barlow Lens: | 3x |
| Finderscope: | 5x24 |
| Star Diagonal: | Erect Image Diagonal |
| Highest Useful Magnification: | 189x |
| Lowest Useful Magnification: | 11x |
| Limiting Stellar Magnitude: | 12 |
| Resolution (Rayleigh): | 1.74 arc seconds |
| Resolution (Dawes): | 1.45 arc seconds |
| Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): | 131x |
| Optical Coatings: | Fully Coated |
| Optical Tube Length: | 150mm (5.9") |
| Optical Tube Diameter: | 90mm (3.54") |
| Optical Tube Weight: | 2.3 lbs (1.04 kg) |
| Dovetail: | CG-3 Dovetail bar |
| MOUNT INFO: | |
| Mount Type: | Manual Alt-Azimuth |
| 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: | 3.6 lbs (1.63 kg) includes weight of mount |
| Slew Speeds: | Manual |
| Dovetail Compatibility: | CG-3 saddle plate |
| Software: | Celestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software and SkyPortal App |
| Total Kit Weight: | 5.9 lbs (2.68 kg) |
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| California Residents | View Proposition 65 Warning |