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AUD $19.00In Stock
- For 1.25" eyepieces
Enhances:
- Details of cloud belts and Great Red Spot on Jupiter
- Atmospheric clouds and polar caps on Mars
- Feature contrast on the Moon by reducing glare
- Cloud belts and rings on Saturn
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AUD $19.00In Stock
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AUD $19.00In Stock
- Fits 1.25" eyepieces
Enhances:
- Clouds and atmospheric features of Venus
- Atmospheric clouds and polar ice caps on Mars
- Cloud belts and moon transits of Jupiter
- Cloud belts on Saturn
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AUD $19.00In Stock
Slimline adapter with M48 male thread on one side and M42 female thread on the other. Learn More -
AUD $29.00In Stock
For use with some 2" Barlow lenses that have a slot for the thumbscrew. Learn More -
AUD $19.50In Stock
- An ideal reference for observing ringed Saturn and its brightest moons
- Identifies atmospheric features of Saturn using standard nomenclature
- Includes lists of all Saturn oppositions, observable conjunctions from 2014 to 2020
- Lists best filters for visual observation and astrophotography of Saturn
- Plastic-laminated for durability, the Saturn Map measures 25.25" x 11" when fully unfolded, and folds up to 8.5" x 11" for easy portability
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AUD $1,479.00In Stock
- Celestron’s iconic “orange tube” design is updated with all the latest features to provide the best stargazing experience for beginners and experienced observers alike.
- 4-inch aperture provides excellent light-gathering ability at an affordable price. You’ll get impressive views of the Moon and planets, along with deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula, while retaining a compact form factor.
- Fully automated GoTo mount with database of 40,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks objects for you.
- SkyAlign technology gets your telescope aligned and ready to observe in minutes. Even if you’re unfamiliar with the night sky, you can easily align your telescope on any three bright objects.
- Unique single fork arm design and sturdy steel tripod all break down into separate components for easy transport and quick assembly.
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AUD $1,999.00In Stock
- Celestron’s iconic “orange tube” design is updated with all the latest features to provide the best stargazing experience for beginners and experienced observers alike.
- 6-inch aperture with excellent light-gathering ability provides impressive views of the Moon and planets, along with deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula, while retaining a compact form factor.
- Fully automated GoTo mount with database of 40,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks objects for you.
- SkyAlign technology gets your telescope aligned and ready to observe in minutes. Even if you’re unfamiliar with the night sky, you can easily align your telescope on any three bright objects.
- Unique single fork arm design and sturdy steel tripod all break down into separate components for easy transport and quick assembly.
NOTE: The recommended solar filters for this scope for solar observing are;
- the Orion 185 mm (7.17") Glass Solar Filter (Product No. 125081)
- the Meade Glass White Light Solar Filter 172 - 180 mm (Product No. 125918).
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AUD $49.00In Stock
2" to1.25" adapter for eyepieces. Learn More
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