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Sky-Watcher Heliostar 76mm H-Alpha Solar Telescope
$3,395.00
AVAILABLE FOR PREORDER!!!
Sky-Watcher
Heliostar 76mm H-Alpha Solar Telescope
Dedicated Solar Telescope: Experience the dynamic surface of the Sun with this 76mm aperture, f/8.3 H-alpha solar telescope, perfect for observing prominences, sunspots, filaments, and more in stunning detail.
Double-Stack Performance at a Single-Stack Price: The <0.5Å bandpass ensures rich surface detail and high-resolution views without the need for an additional etalon filter.
High-Quality Optics: Features an H-alpha fully multicoated achromatic doublet lens and Solis Etalon Technology, delivering exceptional contrast and detail for professional-grade solar imaging.
Integrated Tuning and Focusing: Equipped with the Trifid Tuner for precise etalon adjustments and a 2-inch dual-speed Crayford focuser for smooth and accurate focusing.
Complete Safety Assurance: Lab-tested to meet ISO 12312-2 safety standards for solar viewing, with an integrated 11.5mm blocking filter to ensure safe observations.
Versatile and Portable Design: Weighing just 8.4 lbs., this telescope includes tube rings, a carry handle, a V-style dovetail, and a rugged hard-shell carrying case, making it easy to transport.
Comprehensive Accessories: Includes a 20mm 70° eyepiece, a camera phone adapter, and a clip-on Sun shade for out-of-the-box solar exploration.
Official Solar Telescope of the Charlie Bates Solar Astronomy Project: Used by educators and enthusiasts worldwide for its superior solar imaging capabilities.
Perfect Timing for Solar Maximum 2025: Prepare to capture breathtaking views of the Sun during its most active phase.
The Sky-Watcher Heliostar 76mm H-Alpha Solar Telescope combines cutting-edge technology with affordability, offering amateur astronomers and educators an unparalleled view of our nearest star. Ideal for both observation and photography, this telescope is your gateway to the wonders of the Sun.
Specifications
SKU
S11315
Optical Specifications
Optical Design
Achromatic
Lens Coating
H-alpha fully multicoated
Lens Design
Doublet
Optical Quality
Diffraction limited (1/4 wave)
Collimatable Cell
No (Self Aligning Cell)
Primary Aperture
76mm
F/Ratio
8.3
Focal Length
630mm
Blocking Filter Size
11.5mm
Solar Image Size
6mm
Bandpass
< 0.5Å
Mechanical Specifications
Focuser Type
Crayford
Focuser Size
2"
Focuser: Dual or Single Speed
Dual speed
Compression Ring
No* (Only on diagonal)
OTA material
Aluminum
Optical Tube length (inches)
24"
Optical Tube weight (pounds)
8.4 pounds
Mounting Rings?
Mounting Rings
Dovetail type
V-style
Accessories
Eyepieces
20mm 70º 1.25" eyepiece
Diagonal
11.5mm 1.25" H-alpha blocking diagonal
Camera Adapter
Cell phone adapter
Additonal Accessories
Sun shade
Included finder
Heliostar solar finder
Manual
Digital PDF
Case
Yes
Observational Info
Dawes Limit
1.52
Rayleigh Limit
1.84
Limiting Magnitude
11.88
Minimum Magnification
7x
Maximum Magnification
150x
Magnification with included eyepieces
32x
Intended use
Solar (visual & Imaging)
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