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Product no.: 87647

Telescope AC 102/500 AZ-Pronto

$ 430.00 incl. VAT plus shipping costs
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  • High-quality refracting telescope for beginners
  • 45° Amici for upright and true-image viewing
  • Ideal for lunar, planetary and nature observations
  • Sturdy stainless steel tripod
  • No further accessories required
This product is available in the following variants:
Type of build Price
AZ-3 $ 377.00
AZ-Pronto $ 430.00
AZ5 $ 650.00
EQ-1 $ 377.00
OTA $ 343.00

Product description

More about the series AZ-Pronto...

The Sky-Watcher AC 102/500 telescope:

An uncomplicated instrument of very short length for viewing the heavens or for terrestrial observing. With a 102mm objective lens, this telescope allows a glimpse of the vastness of the universe at an affordable price. Its short focal length means it can be called a 'rich field' telescope, which allows great wide angle observing. This refractor is has more resolution than a 70mm, meaning you can see greater detail when planetary observing. The resolution is 1.14 arc-seconds. Experience the Andromeda Galaxy or the Orion Nebula almost three-dimensionally, because the gigantic field of view turns your observing into a space walk.

Ideal No Fuss, Grab-and-Go Telescope Mounting for Easy Visual Astronomy as well as Daytime Terrestrial Observations!!

The Sky-Watcher AZ PRONTO is a lightweight, highly portable Alt-Azimuth mount constructed from cast aluminium, designed to attach small telescopes up to 3kg in weight, fitted with a 45mm dovetail bar.

Supplied with two flexible slow-motion cables, one for vertical and one for horizontal smooth fine motion control. The slow motion cables can be positioned in a choice of two different positions on each axis, making it convenient to control both refractor and reflector telescopes.

The mount can also be moved around each axis manually, for rapid panning and elevation adjustments. Accurately tracks distant moving objects with ease. This delightfully convenient and well engineered grab-and-go mounting is suitable for both terrestrial observations and astronomical viewing.

It not only matters which telescope you buy but also where you buy it. Our additional services:

  • We are a leading telescope dealer and know the devices we sell. Our customer service team will gladly help you after your purchase if you have problems with assembly or operation.
  • We provide a copy of the 80-page Telescope ABC beginners handbook with every telescope.

Specifications

Optics


Type of build
Achromat
Aperture (mm)
102
Focal length (mm)
500
Aperture ratio (f/)
4,9
Type
Refractor
Resolving capacity
1,13
Limit value (mag)
11,8
Light gathering capacity
210
Max. useful magnification
204
Tube weight (kg)
3,48

Focuser


Type of build
Gear rack
Connection ( to eyepiece)
2

Mount


Type of build
AZ-Pronto
Mounting type
Azimuthal
Motors
no
Polar elevation setting (°)
-70 - +90

Tripod


Type
Tripod
Material
Steel
Accessory plate
yes
Max. tripod height (cm)
116
Min. tripod height (cm)
68

Included accessories


Dew Shield
yes
Finder scope
Red dot finder
Transport cases
no
1.25'' eyepieces
20mm, 10mm
Camera adaptor
Smartphone
Slow motion cable (piece)
2
Tube clamps
yes
Prism rail
Vixen-Style
Deviating optics
Amici prism, 1.25", 45°
Miscellaneous
Pier extension

General


Special recommendation
yes
Series
AZ-Pronto

Area of application


Astrophotography
no
Moon & Planets
yes
Nature Observation
yes
Nebulae & galaxies
yes
Sun
no (Only with appropriate Sun filter)

Recommended for


Beginners
yes
Advanced
no
Observatories
no

Product safety

Manufacturer: Pacific Telescope Corp, 160-11880 Hammersmith Way, V7A 5C8 Richmond BC, CA, www.skywatcher.com
Responsible person: Optical Vision Limited, Duracher Straße 11, 87437 Kempten, DE, [email protected]

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*All prices include VAT plus shipping costs.

Skywatcher Telescope AC 102/500 AZ-Pronto
Skywatcher Telescope AC 102/500 AZ-Pronto
Skywatcher Telescope AC 102/500 AZ-Pronto

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