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The Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 127AZ is a groundbreaking telescope that merges traditional astronomy with modern technology, making stargazing accessible and enjoyable for everyone, especially beginners and families. Imagine effortlessly locating celestial wonders like the moons of Jupiter or the rings of Saturn without needing extensive knowledge or complicated star charts. This innovative telescope utilizes your smartphone to analyze the night sky through the StarSense Explorer app, transforming your stargazing experience into a guided adventure.
Setting up the StarSense Explorer LT is a quick and easy process that takes only minutes. Once assembled, simply dock your smartphone in the dedicated holder, launch the app, and align the phone to the telescope's optics. In just two minutes, the app generates a list of visible celestial objects, complete with on-screen arrows directing you to your target. The moment you are ready to observe, the bullseye indicator turns green, ensuring you're perfectly aligned for a stunning view.
This telescope is designed with the user in mind, combining a sturdy altazimuth mount for easy maneuverability with high-quality optics that deliver breathtaking views. The 127mm (5”) objective lens provides exceptional light-gathering capabilities, allowing you to see intricate details in celestial objects, whether in a light-polluted city or at a dark sky site. Weighing only 11.4 pounds (5.17 kg), the StarSense Explorer LT is portable, making it ideal for camping trips or spontaneous nighttime explorations.
Whether you're interested in planets, star clusters, or nebulae, the telescope comes equipped with everything you need to start your astronomical journey right away. With its user-centric design and capabilities, the Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 127AZ invites you to explore the universe like never before.
Optical Tube Info | |
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Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Aperture | 127mm (5") |
Focal Length | 1000mm (39.3") |
Focal Ratio | f/7.87 |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 | 25mm (0.98") |
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 | 40x |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2 | 10mm (0.39") |
Magnification of Eyepiece 2 | 100x |
Barlow Lens | 2x (1.25") |
Finderscope | StarPointer™ red dot finderscope |
Highest Useful Magnification | 300x |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 18x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 13 |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 1.1 arc seconds |
Resolution (Dawes) | 0.91 arc seconds |
Light Gathering Power | 329x (Compared to human eye) |
Optical Coatings | Glass mirrors coated with aluminum and SiO₂ |
Mount Info | |
Mount Type | Manual Alt-Azimuth |
Height Adjustment Range (Max Height) | 1320.8mm (52") |
Tripod Leg Diameter | 31.75mm (1.25") steel |
Accessory Tray | Yes |
Tripod Weight | 3.8 lbs (1.72 kg) |
Power Requirements | None (Recommend PowerTank Glow to keep phone charged while using App) |
Total Kit Weight | 11.4 lbs (5.17 kg) |
Included Items | Optical tube, mount and tripod (preassembled), 25mm and 10mm eyepieces, 2x Barlow Lens, StarPointer finderscope, accessory tray, StarSense Explorer phone dock |
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