EXPLORER-200PDS (EQ5 PRO)

EXPLORER-200PDS (EQ5 PRO)

EXPLORER-200PDS (EQ5 PRO)

SKYWATCHER

The new Sky-Watcher EXPLORER-200PDS Newtonian Reflector offers excellent focusing precision and features High Quality Parabolic Primary Mirrors to eliminate spherical aberrations. The EQ5 SynScan mount is the perfect instrument for novice visual observers to enjoy astronomy with minimal setup time and in-depth knowledge of the night sky.

€1,699.00

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Availability: In stock
SKU
SKBKP2001-DSF/EQ5-SYN-A


EXPLORER-200PDS (EQ5 PRO)


200mm (8") f/5 Parabolic Dual-Speed Go-To Newtonian Reflector


The new Sky-Watcher EXPLORER-200PDS Newtonian Reflector incorporates the same superb mirror-set as the Explorer-200P Black Diamond Series, but with two significant advantages. A Dual-Speed 10:1 ratio focuser is now included for excellent focusing precision. Also the tube length has been slightly shortened to optimise performance for prime-focus photography.

Even better performance for astro-photography and visual use can be achieved when used in combination with Sky-Watcher’s Newtonian coma corrector.

 

Note: the Explorer-200PDS has a larger 58mm secondary mirror, for enhanced field illumination, compared to the Explorer-200P which has a 52mm secondary.

 

PARABOLIC PRIMARY MIRRORS         

Features High Quality Parabolic Primary Mirrors to eliminate spherical aberrations inherent in 'fast' focal lengh reflectors with spherical primary mirrors. The mirrors are parabolized to bring all the light rays to the same focal point to give sharp, constrasty images, which are full of detail.

 

SKY-WATCHER DELUXE MIRROR COATINGS

Most reflectors today usually have a coat of aluminium as the mirror surface and then an overcoat of silicon monoxide or silicon dioxide to protect it. Silicon dioxide produces a much more durable coat than silicon monoxide but requires specialized equipment to apply it and is therefore more expensive. Protection is needed, because in most reflectors, the mirror is open to the elements and deterioration of the reflective layer reduces the resolution of the telescope.ALL Sky-Watcher reflectors are Multi-Coated with Silicon Dioxide as standard for Optimum Durability and Long Term Performance.

More Information
Net Weight (g) 41500
Optical design Newtonian Reflector
Aperture (mm) 200
Focal length - F (mm) 1000
Focal ratio (f/) 5
Mount Robotic Equatorial
Finderscope 9x50
Theoretical resolution (arc sec) 0.6''
Magnification (x) 36
Maximum useful magnification (x) 400
Limiting stellar magnitude 13.6
Eyepiece 28 mm (2’’/50.8 mm)
Box 1 1040 x 490 x 275 mm
Box 2 1020 x 370 x 440 mm
  • Parabolic Primary Mirror
  • 2" (50.8mm) Dual-Speed 10:1 Crayford Focuser
  • 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
  • EQ5 PRO Go-To Equatorial Mount with 1.75" Stainless Steel Tripod
  • 42,900+ Object SynScan Computer Database
  • 77% more Light-Gathering than 150mm


EQ5 PRO FEATURES:

  • Positioning Accuracy up to 1 arc minute. Accuracy enhanced by software collimation error (mount mechanical error) compensation.
  • Stepper motors with 1.8° step angle and 32 micro steps driven.
  • Slewing speed up to 3.4°/sec (800X).
  • Guiding speed selectable from 0.25X, 0.50X, 0.75X, or 1X.
  • Object database containing complete Messier, NGC, and IC catalogues.
    Periodic Error Correction.
  • Tracking Rate: Sidereal, Lunar, Solar.
  • Alignment Method: One-Star Alignment, Two-Star Alignment, Three-Star Alignment.
  • PC Compatible
  • GPS compatible, via Upgrade Kit SynScan GPS 
  • Upgradable hand controller
  • Payload Capacity: 9kg

 

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