The Celestron Astromaster 80AZ Short Refractor Telescope is a dual-purpose telescope appropriate for both terrestrial and celestial viewing
Celestron Astromaster 80AZ Short Refractor Telescope produces bright, clear images of the Moon and planets. With this Astromaster telescope it is easy to see the moons of Jupiter and the rings of Saturn.
Quick Overview:
- 80mm short refractor telescope with fully coated glass optics and a lightweight frame.
- Accessories include: two eyepieces (20mm and 10mm), erect image diagonal, and red dot finderscope.
- Observe in no time with a quick and easy no-tool setup.
- Pan handle Alt-Az control with clutch for smooth and accurate pointing.
- Adjustable height tripod includes an accessory tray.
Specifications
Optical Design: Refractor
Aperture: 80mm
Focal Length: 400mm
Focal Ratio: f/5
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1: 20mm
Magnification of Eyepiece 1: 20x
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2: 10mm
Magnification of Eyepiece 2: 40x
Barlow Lens: Not Included
Finderscope: StarPointer red dot finderscope
Star Diagonal: Erect Image Diagonal - 1.25"
Optical Tube: Aluminum
Highest Useful Magnification: 189x
Lowest Useful Magnification: 11x
Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 12
Resolution (Rayleigh): 1.74 arc seconds
Resolution (Dawes): 1.45 arc seconds
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): 131x
Optical Coating: Fully Coated
Optical Tube Length: 457.2mm (18")
Dovetail: CG-2 Dovetail bar
Mount Type: Manual Alt Azimuth
Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod): 812.8mm - 1295.4mm (32" - 51")
Tripod Leg Diameter: 31.75mm (1.25") steel
Accessory Tray: Yes
Tripod Weight: 7.6 lbs (3447.3 g)
Slew Speeds: Manual
Dovetail Compatibility: CG-5 saddle plate
Software: Starry Night Basic Edition | SkyPortal App
