Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi Skymax 127 25th Anniversary Edition: A Collector’s Telescope for Enhanced Celestial Viewing
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Limited Edition Design: Only 1,000 units produced, each featuring a personalized commemorative anniversary plaque, making this telescope not only a superior observational tool but also a collector's item.
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Advanced Optical System: Equipped with a 127mm aperture and a 1500mm focal length Maksutov-Cassegrain system, designed for crisp, detailed planetary viewing.
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High-Quality Eyepiece Included: Comes with a 28mm (54x power) 2-inch LET eyepiece, optimizing the viewing experience right out of the box.
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Versatile Mounting Options: Includes a Vixen-style dovetail for easy compatibility with various EQ and Alt-Az mounts, and can also be mounted on standard photographic tripods.
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Smart, Computerized Base: Features a Virtuoso GTi computerized tabletop alt-az base with time-lapse, panorama functions, and DSLR triggering capabilities.
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Integrated Wi-Fi and App Control: Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity allows operation via the SynScan App for Android and iOS, with access to a database of over 10,000 celestial objects.
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Patented Dual Encoder Technology: Freedom Find™ technology ensures that manual adjustments can be made without losing alignment, offering flexibility in observing without setup hassles.
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Exceptional Light Gathering: Mirrors coated for 94% reflectivity and fully multi-coated lenses ensure bright, clear images.
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Easy Focusing System: Features a 2-inch visual back with an internal focuser for smooth and convenient focus adjustments.
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Comprehensive Finderscope: Includes a 9x50 straight-through finderscope, aiding in quick and efficient location of celestial objects.
The Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi Skymax 127 25th Anniversary Edition combines precision engineering, versatile functionality, and exclusive commemorative elements to offer an exceptional astronomical experience. This telescope is ideal for both seasoned astronomers and enthusiastic beginners looking to explore the universe with a premium, limited edition instrument.
Specifications
| SKU |
S21225 |
| UPC |
810098970396 |
| Optical Specifications |
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| Optical Design |
Maksutov-Cassegrain |
| Mirror Coating |
RAQ™ Coatings |
| Reflectivity |
94% |
| Mirror Type (Monolithic/Conical/Fused conical) |
Conical |
| Glass Type |
Borosilicate |
| Primary Aperture (mm) |
127 |
| F/Ratio |
12.1 |
| Focal Length (mm) |
1540mm |
| Secondary Diameter (minor axis) |
39mm |
| Secondary Obstruction by Diameter |
31% |
| Secondary Obstruction by Area |
9% |
| Primary cell supports (how many support points) |
Center Baffle |
| Optical Quality |
Diffraction limited (1/4 wave) |
| Collimatable Cell |
Primary |
| Mechanical Specifications |
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| Focuser Type |
Primary |
| Focuser Size |
2" |
| Focuser: Dual or Single Speed |
Single |
| Compression Ring |
No |
| Optical Tube length |
15" |
| Optical Tube weight (with accessories) |
10 pounds |
| Assembled base weight |
11 pounds |
| Total Weight (with accessories) |
21 pounds |
| Type of bearing used (telfon/roller) |
Roller |
| Hardware included with base |
Yes |
| Collapsible Tube |
No |
| Tripod Mount |
3/8 thread block |
| Electronic Specifications (GoTo only models) |
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| Required Power |
12v/AAs (8x) |
| Power port diameter |
2.1mm |
| Freedom Find |
Yes |
| Clutch Type |
Hand Clutch |
| Can clutches be adjusted |
Yes |
| Built-in WiFi |
Yes |
| Hand Controller |
Optional |
| Database |
Complete Messier, Caldwell, NGC, IC and SAO catalogs, user defined objects. Total 10,000+ objects |
| Accessories |
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| Eyepieces |
28mm 2" LET eyepiece |
| Collimation eyepiece |
No |
| Included finder |
9x50 optical finder |
| Mounting Hardware |
V-style dovetail |
| Additional Accessories |
2" diagonal |
| Manual |
Yes |
| Case |
No |
| Shipping Weight |
28 pounds |
| Shipping Dimensions (Box 1 / Box) |
23"x17"x16.5" |
| Observational Info |
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| Dawes Limit |
0.91 |
| Rayleigh Limit |
1.1 |
| Limiting Magnitude |
13 |
| Minimum Magnification |
18x |
| Maximum Magnification |
250x |
| Magnification with included eyepieces |
55x (28mm) |
| Light Gather (compared to next size down) |
55 (Compared to Skymax 102) |
| Intended use |
Visual |
