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Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ Reflector Telescope

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  • 29-11-2019 3:49pm
    #1
    Gympodie
    Registered Users Posts: 113 ✭✭


    Hi all,

    So I am a total beginner to astronomy, and I purchased the AstroMaster recently. I have not used it as of yet.

    Specifications:
    Optical Design: Reflector,
    Aperture: 130 mm (5.12 in),
    Focal Length: 650 mm (25.59 in),
    Focal Ratio: 5,
    Eyepiece 1: 20 mm (0.79 in)
    Magnification 1: 32.5 x,
    Eyepiece 2: 10 mm (0.39 in)
    Magnification 2: 65 x,
    Mount: CG-3 Equatorial,
    Optical Coatings: Aluminium,
    Weight: 24 lb (10.89 kg)

    What can I expect to see from this telescope? And what accessories should I purchase in the future in regards to eyepieces, lens etc

    Any help would be great.


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    #2
    Pat Dunne
    Registered Users Posts: 3,001 ✭✭✭Pat Dunne


    Nice scope.
    You’ll get plenty of mileage with the 130mm.
    Saturn will be good. You’ll get Jupiter and it’s array of Moons.
    Our Own Moon has been spectacular most evenings this week.
    The only problem you’ll encounter is the marvellous Irish weather.
    Above all, enjoy and welcome to this fabulous hobby.


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