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BRESSER Arcturus 60/700 AZ - Refractor Telescope with Hard-top Case

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Product information "BRESSER Arcturus 60/700 AZ - Refractor Telescope with Hard-top Case"

Open the case and you're ready to go: The BRESSER Arcturus 60/700 AZ lens telescope shows you the fascinating world of star clusters and planets. This complete set contains everything you need for your first steps into sky observation: an astronomical lens telescope with 60 mm aperture and 700 mm focal length, an azimuthal mount, a tripod and lots of accessories. The system is very easy to handle and therefore ideal for introducing children to astronomy as a hobby. And since there are so many beautiful things to discover on Earth as well, the telescope is suitable for observing nature and landscapes.

Simply an astro-classic – the telescope
With this classic lens telescope – a so-called Fraunhofer achromatic refractor – even beginners and children can easily gain new insights into the night sky. Thanks to the modern, precisely coated optics, the starter telescope offers good imaging properties. A sharp image with good contrast – this is ensured by the large focal ratio of about 1 to 11.7 (F/11.7), which results from the ratio of the 60 mm aperture to the 700 mm focal length. Perfect for exploring our Moon, the planets, but also open star clusters and globular clusters.
And what about the magnification? The 60 mm aperture provides a resolving power that easily allows magnifications up to about 120x with really sharp images. Technically, even more is possible with this beginner’s telescope – up to 175x with the included accessories. However, as the magnification increases, the image can become more and more blurred. How much magnification is actually possible depends not only on the telescope, but also on the air turbulence in the atmosphere (seeing conditions).

The foundation for moving impressions – mount and tripod
For your nighttime observations, attach your telescope to the height-adjustable aluminium tripod with azimuthal mount. Thanks to its extremely easy operation, you can enjoy effortless astronomical explorations with this azimuthal mount. Just like with a normal photo tripod, you simply turn the starter telescope by hand up and down, to the left and right. To ensure that your eyepieces, compass, star map etc. are always within reach, simply place your accessories on the practical storage plate located between the tripod legs.

Everything for a good start in astronomy – the accessories
In the sturdy hard-top case, in which you can store the beginner's telescope perfectly and take it safely with you on your travels, you will also find lots of accessories.
The 5x24 finder is a small miniature telescope that you simply mount parallel to the actual telescope. With its weak 5x magnification and integrated crosshair, it helps you keep track of the starry sky. So it allows you to easily find celestial objects and precisely align the telescope – before you then enjoy the view with the higher magnification.

And how high the magnification is depends on which of the three included eyepieces (4 mm; 12.5 mm; 20 mm) you are currently using. To change the magnification, simply insert another one into the telescope's focuser. If at some point you want to change your field of view with additional eyepieces: no problem! The 1.25 inch (31.7 mm) socket diameter complies with an international and cross-manufacturer standard, so you can combine a wide range of optional eyepieces with your telescope.
For a comfortable view at any time, you will also find a 90-degree diagonal mirror in the scope of delivery. Otherwise, you would have to lie down under the starter telescope in order to achieve good observation results when the optics are pointed upwards into the sky. Instead, you simply look in comfortably from the side.

In addition to the night sky, the Earth also offers many captivating sights. That's why the 1.5x erecting lens turns the image the right side around, so that you can devote your entry-level telescope to observing nature and landscapes during day.
However, because orientation in the night sky is not as easy as on our daytime planet, a compass and star map are included in the set. This way you always know where to look and what you will see there.

Enjoy a quick start to the exciting hobby of astronomy with the BRESSER Arcturus 60/700 AZ lens telescope including all accessories.


FEATURES
  • Beginner’s telescope for astronomy
  • 60 mm aperture and 700 mm focal length
  • Achromatic refractor type Fraunhofer
  • Ideal for observing Moon, planets and star clusters
  • Height-adjustable tripod with azimuthal mount
  • Easy to use, therefore suitable for children
  • Focal ratio F=11.7, thus sharp image and high contrast
  • Three eyepieces with 31.7 mm (1.25 inch) sockets for different magnifications
  • With hard-top case for storage and transport

SCOPE OF DELIVERY
  • Starter lens Telescope
  • Aluminium tripod
  • Azimuthal mount
  • Eyepieces: 4 mm, 12.5 mm, 20 mm (1.25 inch sockets)
  • Star diagonal mirror
  • Erecting lens 1.5x
  • Finder telescope: 5x24
  • Accessory tray
  • Hard-top case
  • Compass
  • Star map
  • Instruction manual
Angular resolution (arc seconds): 2.2
Batteries included: false
Batteries required: false
Colour: black
Compass: false
Dust protection caps: Dust protection caps for front lens and eyepiece holder
ED glass: false
Extended warranty (years): 5
Field of application [Telescopes]: Land observation, Lunar observation, Planetary observation
Focal length (mm): 700
Magnification from: 50
Magnification up to: 150
Material: Aluminium
Material tripod 3): Aluminium
Maximum recommended magnification: 120
Mirror/Lens diam. (mm): 60
Mount Type [Telescopes]: Azimutal
Optical design: Achromatic Refractor
Product Family [Telescopes]: Refractor telescope
Reticle: false
Target Group [Telescopes]: Beginners
Tripod height adjustment: false
Type of coating: Multi coated
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BRESSER Amici Prism 90° 31.7mm/1.25"
An amici prism allows for a comfortable 90° viewing position and creates an erect image without left-right reversal. This makes it especially suitable for nature observations but it can also be very helpful with astronomical observations. Particularly beginners may find it easier to orientate in the sky when they compare the view through the telescope with what they can see with their naked eyes.With this  amici prism an astronomical telescope can be used as a powerful spotting scope.Suitable for refractor telescopes as well as Maksutov-Cassegrain style telescopes with 1,25" visual back.FEATUREScomfortable eye relief for refractor telescopes90°- viewing position and image without left-right reversalastronomical telescope turns to a powerful spotting scope1,25" visual backfully multicoated prismSCOPE OF DELIVERYAmici Prism 90° 31.7mm/1.25"

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EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC Sun Catcher Solar Filter for 60-80mm Telescopes
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Vixen NPL 50° Eyepiece 25mm (1.25'')
The 2-group 4-element Plossl optical design of the NPL series eyepieces delivers flat and clear images with good color correction. The NPL20, NPL25, NPL30 and NPL40 eyepieces employ twist-up eye-guards for viewing comfort. The lenses are fully multi-coated for high light transmission. FEATURES Push-fit Size: 31.7 mm Apparent field of view: 50° Eye relief: 19.5 mm Weight: 130 g WHAT'S INCLUDED 1x Eyepiece 25 mm (1.25'')

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Vixen NPL 50° Eyepiece 30mm (1.25'')
The 2-group 4-element Plossl optical design of the NPL series eyepieces delivers flat and clear images with good color correction. The NPL20, NPL25, NPL30 and NPL40 eyepieces employ twist-up eye-guards for viewing comfort. The lenses are fully multi-coated for high light transmission. FEATURES Push-fit Size: 31.7 mm Apparent field of view: 50° Eye relief: 24 mm Weight: 120 g WHAT'S INCLUDED 1x Eyepiece 30 mm (1.25'')

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BRESSER 15mm Plössl eyepiece 31,7mm/1,25"
BRESSER 15mm Plössl Eyepiece 1,25" (31,7mm) Since years a well known and approved Plössl eyepiece. Ideal to improve the performance of your telescopes for a low budget price. All the BRESSER Plössl eyepieces provide sharp and high-contrast images because of the 4-lens design. All lenses have fully-multicoated surfaces which prevents reflections efficiently. Every eyepiece is equipped with a foldable rubber eyecup to avoid straylight from the sides and the inner eyepiece shaft is carefully blackened as well. Housing and eyepiece shaft are completely made from metal - no plastic is used. Filter thread for use with colour- and nebular filters is also available. All these Plössl eyepieces offer a much better image quality than all the very simple made Kellner and Huygens eyepieces. FEATURES Focal length: 15 mm Field of view: 50° Lens-Design: 4 lenses in 2 groups , fully-multicoated Housing material: completely made from metal Rubber eyecup: YES, foldable Filter thread: YES Storage: Twist-pack SCOPE OF DELIVERY BRESSER Plössl eyepiece with rubber eyecup Twist-pack

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BRESSER 6.5mm Plössl eyepiece 31,7mm/1,25"
BRESSER 6.5mm Plössl Eyepiece 1,25" (31,7mm) Since years a well known and approved Plössl eyepiece. Ideal to improve the performance of your telescopes for a low budget price. All the BRESSER Plössl eyepieces provide sharp and high-contrast images because of the 4-lens design. All lenses have fully-multicoated surfaces which prevents reflections efficiently. Every eyepiece is equipped with a foldable rubber eyecup to avoid straylight from the sides and the inner eyepiece shaft is carefully blackened as well. Housing and eyepiece shaft are completely made from metal - no plastic is used. Filter thread for use with colour- and nebular filters is also available. All these Plössl eyepieces offer a much better image quality than all the very simple made Kellner and Huygens eyepieces. FEATURES Focal length: 6.5 mm Field of view: 50° Lens-Design: 4 lenses in 2 groups , fully-multicoated Housing material: completely made from metal Rubber eyecup: YES, foldable Filter thread: YES Storage: Twist-pack SCOPE OF DELIVERY BRESSER Plössl eyepiece with rubber eyecup Twist-pack

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BRESSER 40mm Plössl eyepiece 31,7mm/1,25"
BRESSER 40mm Plössl Eyepiece 1,25" (31,7mm) Since years a well known and approved Plössl eyepiece. Ideal to improve the performance of your telescopes for a low budget price. All the BRESSER Plössl eyepieces provide sharp and high-contrast images because of the 4-lens design. All lenses have fully-multicoated surfaces which prevents reflections efficiently. Every eyepiece is equipped with a foldable rubber eyecup to avoid straylight from the sides and the inner eyepiece shaft is carefully blackened as well. Housing and eyepiece shaft are completely made from metal - no plastic is used. Filter thread for use with colour- and nebular filters is also available. All these Plössl eyepieces offer a much better image quality than all the very simple made Kellner and Huygens eyepieces. FEATURES Focal length: 40 mm Field of view: 46° Lens-Design: 4 lenses in 2 groups , fully-multicoated Housing material: completely made from metal Rubber eyecup: YES, foldable Filter thread: YES Storage: Twist-pack SCOPE OF DELIVERY BRESSER Plössl eyepiece with rubber eyecup Twist-pack

€35.00*
Vixen NPL 50° Eyepiece 8mm (1.25'')
The 2-group 4-element Plossl optical design of the NPL series eyepieces delivers flat and clear images with good color correction. The lenses are fully multi-coated for high light transmission. FEATURES Push-fit Size: 31.7 mm Apparent field of view: 50° Eye relief: 4.5 mm Weight: 79 g WHAT'S INCLUDED 1x Eyepiece 8 mm (1.25'')

€54.29*
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