Orion Apex 127mm Compact Mak

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Orion Apex 127mm Compact Mak Product Description

Orion Apex 127mm Compact Maksutov Cassegrain Telescope Product Info

Usually in terms of what you can see, bigger telescopes are better. But bigger telescopes also require bulkier, heavier mounts and tripods to keep them stable, and consequently, an equally brawny owner to lug it around not to mention more storage space.

Enter the Orion Apex 127mm Maksutov Cassegrain Telescope. It boasts big 127mm 5 diameter optics but in a telescope tube that 39 s a fraction of the length just 14.5 long! and weight 8.6 lbs. of a Newtonian reflector or refractor telescope of similar aperture and focal length. That 39 s the beauty of its Maksutov Cassegrain telescope optical design it 39 s so wonderfully portable.

It 39 s those same high performance optics that give the Orion Apex 127mm Maksutov Cassegrain Telescope such outstanding image quality and such an incredible range of uses for the demanding observer. It gulps in 55% more light through its multi coated, 5 meniscus lens than that of a 4 telescope, putting it in the big leagues for astronomical observation and advanced nature study. And its long 1540mm f/12.1 focal length provides 62x magnification with the included 25mm Sirius Plossl telescope eyepiece 1.25 , and lets you push the power up to 250x with optional eyepieces! Bright views of star clusters and nebulas at low power, stunning lunar and planetary detail at higher power it 39 s all in a night 39 s work for the Apex 127mm Maksutov Cassegrain telescope.

As a daytime spotting scope, no telescope is more capable, especially in low light conditions. It couples quickly to any sturdy equatorial mount or photo style tripod we recommend our Paragon Plus XHD tripod, sold separately . Thanks to a built in threaded 1/4 20 adapter plate, mounting and disassembly are a snap.

Quality is evident not only in the optics of the Apex 127mm Maksutov Cassegrain, but also in the black anodized aluminum front and rear castings, the smooth turning focus knob, and the extruded aluminum tube, with a classy, metallic burgundy finish. The included 6x26 achromatic, correct image finder scope features a quick release aluminum bracket with a dovetail base and 2 screw X Y alignment. For great daytime views with proper left/right and up/down orientation, the included 25mm Sirius Plossl telescope eyepiece slips into a 45 correct image prism diagonal, also included. You might also be interested to know that the T threads on the eyepiece adapter allow attachment of a 35mm camera body with optional T ring to the telescope for powerful telephoto photography.

As if all that weren 39 t enough, we also include a fully padded, nylon/polyester telescope carrying case, which has plenty of room for additional accessories in the zippered side pockets.

Unencumbered with complicated gadgetry like you find on competing models, the Orion Apex 127mm Maksutov Cassegrain Telescope offers hassle free, big aperture performance and convenient portability, at a price that 39 s too good to pass up!

Features

  • Compact Maksutov Cassegrain telescope optical tube outfitted for daytime terrestrial use just add a tripod!
  • Excellent for daytime use as a versatile spotting scope capable of high magnification views
  • During the night the Apex 127 provides sharply detailed views of the Moon, brighter planets such as Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn as well as open and globular star clusters and cloudy nebulas
  • Tripod not included altazimuth or field tripod will provide a solid foundation for the Apex 127 mount and/or tripod sold separately
  • Includes a 25mm Sirius Plossl 1.25 eyepiece, 6x30 finder scope, 45 degree correct image diagonal, soft carry case, Starry Night astronomy software, and more!

Specifications

  • Best for viewing Brighter deep sky
  • Best for imaging Lunar planetary
  • User level Intermediate
  • Optical design Maksutov Cassegrain
  • Finder scope magnification 6x
  • Optical diameter 127mm
  • Finder scope lens diameter 26mm
  • Focal length 1540mm
  • Focal ratio f/12.1
  • Eyepieces Sirius Plossl 25.0mm 1.25
  • Magnification with included eyepieces 61x
  • Resolving power 0.91arc sec
  • Lowest useful magnification 18x
  • Highest useful magnification 254x
  • Highest theoretical magnification 254x
  • Limiting stellar magnitude 13.2
  • Optical quality Diffraction limited
  • Finder scope 6x26 Correct image
  • Focuser Internal
  • Diagonal degrees 1.25 45 Prism Correct image
  • Secondary mirror obstruction 39mm
  • Secondary mirror obstruction by diameter 31%
  • Secondary mirror obstruction by area 9%
  • Mount type Optical Tube without Mount
  • Astro imaging capability Lunar planetary
  • Tube material Aluminum
  • Length of optical tube 14.5 in.
  • Weight, optical tube 8.6 lbs.
  • Additional included accessories Optical tube carry case

Package Contents

  • Orion 127mm f/12.1 Maksutov Cassegrain Telescope optical tube assembly
  • 25mm Orion Sirius Plossl telescope eyepiece 1.25
  • 45 correct image diagonal
  • Orion 6x26 correct image finder scope
  • Finder scope bracket with O ring
  • Dust cap
  • Soft telescope carry case
  • Starry Night Special Edition astronomy software

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