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Astronomy > Telescopes > Explore Scientific > Ultra Light > Explore Scientific Dobson telescope N 406/1826 Ultra Light DOB
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Dobson telescope N 406/1826 Ultra Light DOB

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Dobsonian telescopes are among the most practical instruments in astronomy. They are of simple construction and yet a brilliant idea. They essentially consist of two parts: firstly the optics, which in most cases is a solid tube or truss tube design; and secondly the mount, a wooden box (also called a 'rocker box') which sits on the ground and into which the telescope is inserted. This design allows you to begin observing sessions immediately without first having to spend time setting up and aligning a complicated mount. The basic idea of the Dobsonian design came from the wish to have a big telescope at a low price, a wish that has succeeded brilliantly. A true fan base has developed since the invention of the Dobsonian telescope which is dedicated to these instruments and their fascinating simplicity and to the idea of 'high performance at low price'.

Explore Scientific offers lightweight tubular aluminium frame which is optimised for transport and quick deployment.

  • The mount for the secondary mirror can securely adjusted without tools.
  • The primary mirror can be adjusted anteriorly during observation and sits within a modern cell with radial roller bearings and a 9-point flotation system
  • Large altitude bearings allow for quiver- and judder-free movements, even at large magnifications
  • The cap and altitude bearings fit inside the rockerbox, the mirrorbox has a lid for transportation, so that only two aluminium boxes and one bundle of poles have to be transported.
  • Extremely high structural rigidity!
  • Dew-resistant due to aluminium construction: No more bulging press boards thanks to exclusive use of aluminium and other metals
  • Two radial primary mirror fans for rapid temperature adjustment

Dimensions for the 406/1826 Ultra Light:

  • Transportation: Rockerbox 550x550x330mm; Mirrorbox 480x480x300mm; Pole length approx. 1250mm
  • Eyepiece height whilst pointing at zenith: approx. 1.63m
  • Overall weight: 38.4kg; including mirror housing: 23.8kg; Upper section with secondary mirror + rockerbox: 10.5kg; 4 pairs of struts: 2.5kg; Pair of altitude bearings: 1.6kg

You would be hard pressed to find a more easily transportable telescope of this size, especially one with this level of adjustment stability and user friendliness. The latter of which is guaranteed by a very comprehensive user manual.

Specifications

Optics


Type
Reflector
Type of build
Newton
Aperture (mm)
406
Focal length (mm)
1826
Aperture ratio (f/)
4,5
Resolving capacity
0,28
Limit value (mag)
14,8
Light gathering capacity
3360
Max. useful magnification
812
Tube construction
Truss Tube
Tube material
Aluminium

Reflector


Ventilation for central mirror
yes
Primary mirror - Material
BK7
Adjustable
yes
Secondary mirror obstruction
25

Focuser


Type of build
Gear rack
Connection ( to eyepiece)
2
Gear reduction
1:10 Fine movement

Mount


Type of build
Dobson
Mounting type
Dobson
GoTo control
no

Tripod


Material
Aluminium
Type
Rockerbox

Included accessories


Finder scope
Red dot finder
Battery compartment
yes
Eyepiece adaptor
1,25" - 2"
stray light protection
no
Antiglare protector
yes
Extension tubes
yes

General


Total weight (kg)
38,4
Series
Ultra Light

Area of application


Moon & Planets
yes
Nebulae & galaxies
yes
Nature Observation
no
Astrophotography
no
Sun
no

Recommended for


Beginners
no
Advanced
yes

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Explore Scientific Dobson telescope N 406/1826 Ultra Light DOB
Explore Scientific Dobson telescope N 406/1826 Ultra Light DOB
Explore Scientific Dobson telescope N 406/1826 Ultra Light DOB
Explore Scientific Dobson telescope N 406/1826 Ultra Light DOB
Explore Scientific Dobson telescope N 406/1826 Ultra Light DOB
Explore Scientific Dobson telescope N 406/1826 Ultra Light DOB
Explore Scientific Dobson telescope N 406/1826 Ultra Light DOB

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