Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 Tabletop Dobsonian
Unlock the secrets of the night sky with the Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 Tabletop Dobsonian Telescope. This remarkable instrument is designed for both beginners and experienced astronomers, offering exceptional performance in a...
Unlock the secrets of the night sky with the Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 Tabletop Dobsonian Telescope. This remarkable instrument is designed for both beginners and experienced astronomers, offering exceptional performance in a compact and portable package.
Key Features:
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Impressive Aperture: The Heritage 130 boasts a 130mm (5.1 inches) aperture, allowing you to capture breathtaking views of celestial objects such as the moon, planets, star clusters, and even deep-sky wonders like galaxies and nebulae.
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Dobsonian Mounting: Known for its stability and ease of use, the tabletop Dobsonian mount ensures smooth, hassle-free navigation through the night sky. This telescope is perfect for stargazers of all levels, including kids and families.
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Compact & Portable: The compact design of the Heritage 130 makes it incredibly easy to transport to your favorite stargazing spots. No heavy tripods required. Just place it on any sturdy surface, and you're ready to explore the cosmos.
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Quality Optics: With fully coated glass optics and a parabolic primary mirror, this telescope delivers sharp, high-contrast images that will leave you in awe. Witness the details of craters on the moon, the rings of Saturn, or the bands on Jupiter with exceptional clarity.
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Beginner-Friendly: Sky-Watcher has designed this telescope with beginners in mind. No complicated setup or alignment procedures are needed. Simply point and view, making it the ideal choice for those new to astronomy.
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Versatile Viewing: The Heritage 130 Tabletop Dobsonian comes with two eyepieces (25mm and 10mm) that provide a range of magnification options. Customize your viewing experience to suit different celestial targets.
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Educational and Fun: This telescope is not just a tool for observation; it's an educational experience. Share the wonders of the universe with your family and friends, and ignite a passion for astronomy in the next generation.
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Solid Construction: Sky-Watcher is known for its quality craftsmanship, and the Heritage 130 is no exception. It's built to last, ensuring years of stargazing enjoyment.
Whether you're a budding astronomer looking to explore the night sky or an experienced observer seeking a portable telescope for on-the-go stargazing adventures, the Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 Tabletop Dobsonian Telescope is the perfect choice.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to own a telescope that will inspire wonder and provide countless nights of celestial discovery. Order your Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 Tabletop Dobsonian today and start your journey into the cosmos.
SKU | S11705 |
UPC | 050234117050 |
Optical Info | |
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Optical Design | Newtonian |
Mirror Coatings | Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ)™ coatings with 94% reflectivity |
Glass Type | Borosilicate |
Primary Aperture (mm) | 130 |
F/Ratio | 5 |
Focal Length (mm) | 650 |
Secondary Diameter | 40mm |
Secondary Obstruction (by diameter) | 31% |
Secondary Obstruction by Area | 10% |
Observational Info | |
Dawes Limit | 0.89 |
Rayleigh Limit | 1.04 |
Limiting Mag. | 13.05 |
Minimum Magnification | 18x |
Maximum Magnification | 256x |
Light Gathering (compared to 100mm telescope) | 56% |
General Info | |
Focuser | 1.25" Helical |
OTA Length (Retract/Ext.) | 14.75"/25" |
OTA Outer Diameter | 168mm |
OTA Weight (with accessories) | 6.5 pounds |
Dob Base Weight | 13.5 pounds |
Dob Base Measurements | 14"x17" |
Zenith Eyepiece Height | 28" |
Accessories | |
Included Finder | Red Dot |
Included Diagonal | No |
Included Eyepieces | 25mm and 10mm SUPER eyepiece (1.25") |
Magnification w/ Included Eyepieces | 26x (25mm)/65x (10mm) |
Included Case | No |