Reflector Telescope
What are the things not to skimp on when building a reflector telescope?
I have bought a used but nice 8″ f5 reflector… just wanted to know what would be the best eye pieces to buy and what few tiny details would make the biggest difference considering a fairly tight budget… I have bought the spider and 50mm secondary. How much would a re-coating cost and how much of a difference would it make… any input at all would be very helpful.
Get a Telrad finder. Then I would recommend low-power Plossls in the 18-40mm size initially, and a good x2 Barlow. Plossls in the longer sizes such as these are very cheap yet pretty hard to beat. Next maybe a x3 Barlow. Save you money up and work your way down in focal length, nice wide-angle high-power high-quality eyepieces costs in the 100′s (I’ve got a $330 12mm, rare-earth optics, 85-degree FOV, about 1/2 inch or more of eye relief, only really-nice eyepiece in my collection).
If your focuser or mount is not top-notch in terms of performance, either can cause a lot of frustration. Learn how to star-test and collimate.
Mirrors can visibly look God-awful, yet still deliver the views. Hold off on the recoat unless you really, REALLY need it.
If this is your first scope, congrats, it’s an ideal starter.
Venus through 4.5″ reflector Telescope
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New Silver 3″ Reflector Telescope 4 Space w Tripod $74.99 |
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BUSHNELL 789946 Voyager Sky Tour 900mm x 4.5″ Reflector Telescope $254.24 |
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New Silver 4.5″ iOptron Reflector Telescope w Computer $399.99 |
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New 4.5″ Computerized GPS Reflector Telescope w Camera $618.98 |
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White 4.5″ GPS Computerized ‘Go-To’ Reflector Telescope $499.99 |
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7ft Newtonian (reflector) telescope Photo Mugs William Herschel made and sold many telescopes of this type. He used his own 7ft telescope (which would have been very similar to this one) with a 6.2 inch aperture magnifying images 227 times (depending on the eyepiece used), to make his second review of the heavens in 1781 from his house in New Kings Street, Bath. It was during this review that he discovered the planet Uranus. Herschel was able … |
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Newtons Small Reflector Photo Mugs Sir Isaac Newtons small Reflector …. |
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Site of the Twenty Feet Reflector at Feldhausen. Cape of Good Hope Sept Photo Mugs This print of the Herschels 20ft telescope at Feldhausen, Cape of Good Hope, was the frontispiece for John F. W. Herschels Results of Astronomical Observations Made During the Years 1834, 5, 6, 7, 8 At the Cape of Good Hope, published in 1847….. |
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Black 6 Newtonian Reflector Telescope 1400 $649.95 BRAND NEW SHORT TUBE NEWTONIAN EQUATORIAL REFLECTOR TELESCOPE Diameter=150mm (6″) – Focal point=750mm (30″) and 1400mm (55″) Full Coating = al+sio Clear aperture 6inches = 150mm Focal length 29.38inches = 750mm Focal ratio f/5 Mirror thickness 0.625inches = 16mm Thickness/diameter ratio 1:9.6 Surface Accuracy = 1/8. Using a barlow correcting lens, this almost doubles the 750 mm power, this makes i… |
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Carson Red Planet Series Newtonian Reflector Telescope – 35 – 87.5 X 76mm – RP-100RP-100 $89.00 Carson Red Planet Series Newtonian Reflector Telescope – 35 – 87.5 X 76mm… |
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BUSHNELL 789946 VOYAGER(R) SKY TOUR(TM) 900MM X 4.5 REFLECTOR TELESCOPE $286.17 900MM X 4.5″ REFLECTOR TELESCOPE; LCD HANDSET; ILLUMINATED SMART MOUNT; LED RED DOT FINDERSCOPE FOR FAST POSITIONING ; STURDY PREASSEMBLED CONSTRUCTION; FULLY ADJUSTABLE, QUICK-RELEASE TRIPOD; THREE 1.25″ EYEPIECES (4MM, 8MM & 12.5MM)… |
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TASCO 49114500 SPACESTATION 114MM REFLECTOR ST TELESCOPE $154.20 TASCO 49114500 SPACESTATION 114MM REFLECTOR ST TELESCOPE114X MAGNIFICATION; FOCAL RATIO: F/4.4 ; OBJECTIVE LENS DIA: 500MM ; EYEPIECE: 25MM (20X), 10MM (50X), 4MM (125X) ; SINGLE FORK ARM ALTAZIMUTH MOUNT ;… |
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BUSHNELL 789931 VOYAGER(R) SKY TOUR(TM) 700MM X 3 REFLECTOR TELESCOPE $222.57 700MM X 3″ REFLECTOR TELESCOPE; LCD HANDSET; ILLUMINATED SMART MOUNT; LED RED DOT FINDERSCOPE FOR FAST POSITIONING; STURDY PREASSEMBLED CONSTRUCTION; FULLY ADJUSTABLE, QUICK-RELEASE TRIPOD; THREE 1.25″ EYEPIECES (4MM, 8MM & 12.5MM)… |
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Celestron 21024 FirstScope Telescope $30.86 In 1609, world-renowned Italian scientist, Galileo Galilei, introduced an elementary telescope to the growing astronomy community, which sparked interest into the mysterious night sky for centuries to come. Four centuries later, in celebration of the International Year of Astronomy 2009, Celestron offers the portable FirstScope Telescope. The FirstScope pays tribute to Galileo Galilei and many of … |
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Celestron 93625 Universal 1.25-inch Camera T-Adapter $20.95 Fits (drop in style) any type of telescope that uses a 1.25″ focuser or visual back. Allows you to attach your 35mm SLR camera to the prime focus of your telescope or spotting scope. Both a T-Adapter and T-Ring are required to mount a 35mm SLR camera to your instrument…. |
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Reflector Telescope $69.99 Reflector Telescope – Photographic Print |
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FunScope 76mm Reflector Telescope $79.95 FunScope 76mm Reflector Telescope Enjoy Hours of Stellar Exploration With This Amazing Little Telescope! PLEASE NOTE: NO DISCOUNTS. NO RUSH SHIPPING OR INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. UPS GROUND SHIPPING ONLY. SHIPPING WILL BE $30 The FunScope is Fun indeed! You’ll enjoy hours of stellar exploration with this amazing little telescope. Designed specifically with first-time telescope buyers in mind, the FunScope is a great way to “test the waters” of stargazing ? affordably!But what can you see with it? The FunScope features a 76mm polished spherical mirror, allowing you to capture 60% more light than a typical 60mm beginner’s telescope. So you can observe the Moon, Saturn’s rings, as well as Jupiter and its four brightest moons, all under light-polluted skies. Under dark skies, even star clusters, emission nebulae and some of the brighter galaxies are not beyond reach.The FunScope comes equipped with a “red dot” finder, rack-and-pinion focuser, and two 1.25″ quality eyepieces: 20mm (15x) and 10mm (30x). So you can easily locate and observe objects in the night sky.The FunScope’s table-top mount provides a sturdy and compact foundation for the telescope with smooth motion in altitude (up and down) and azimuth (left and right). Alternatively, the entire FunScope and mount itself can be mounted onto a tripod with a 3/8″ or 1/4″-20 screw thanks to a built-in 3/8″ tripod adapter and included 1/4″-20 threaded bushing.Weighing just 4 lbs., the ultra-portable FunScope can go with you just about anywhere! It makes a great gift for anytime of the year, especially during the holiday season. Who knew so much fun could come in such a small package? See for yourself and pick up a FunScope today!One-year limited warranty. Features: Collects 60% more light than a typical 60mm beginner’s telescope Red-dot finder makes it easy to find things in the night sky Observe the Moon, planets, star clusters, even some nebulae and galaxies Table-top base can be easily mounted on a tripod equipped with a 3/8″ or 1/4″-20 threaded post Lightweight, compact design lets you take FunScope anywhere |
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FunScope Reflector Telescope and Tripod Bundle $119.99 We now provide the popular FunScope Reflector bundled with a sturdy field tripod so you can have fun enjoying the night sky anywhere, even if there isn’t a table nearby to set the telescope on! The included field tripod is adjustable with a height range of 20″ to 34.5″ so you can position the SkyScanner 100mm reflector for comfortable views in the field. The tripod also features an extendable elevator column so observers of different heights can enjoy the view comfortably. The FunScope Reflector Telescope and Tripod Bundle also includes a high-power 6.3mm eyepiece, which provides a powerful, 47.6x view in the 300mm focal length FunScope reflector telescope for high-magnification views of lunar crater details, bright planets, and more. You and your whole family will enjoy hours of stellar exploration with this amazing little telescope bundle. Designed specifically with first-time telescope buyers in mind, the FunScope and Tripod Bundle is a great way to test the waters of stargazing – affordably! But what can you see with it? The FunScope features a 76mm polished spherical mirror, allowing you to capture 60% more light than a typical 60mm beginner’s telescope. So you can observe the Moon, Saturn’s rings, as well as Jupiter and its four brightest moons, all under light-polluted skies. Under dark skies, even star clusters, emission nebulae and some of the brighter galaxies are not beyond reach. Who knew so much fun could come in such a small package? |
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788846 North Star Astronomical 675×4.5 inch Reflector Telescope $269 Bushnell NorthStar Reflector Telescope offers novice telescope users a plethora of celestial views at the touch of a button. Bushnell North Star 675 x 4.5 Motorized GoTo Reflector Telescope 78-8846 is the latest Bushnell Telescope model and it offers Bush |
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788831 NorthStar Astronomical 525 x 3 Reflector Telescope $239 Bushnell NorthStar Reflector Telescope offers novice telescope users a plethora of celestial views at the touch of a button. Bushnell North Star Reflector Telescope 78-8831 is the latest Bushnell Telescope model and it offers Bushnell’s new RVO (Real Voic |
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CBD1145EQ1 Astro-Watch D114mm x 500mm Reflector Telescope – Black $169 The Coleman CBD1145EQ1 Astro-Watch D114mm x 500mm Reflector Telescope Includes Interchangeable Eyepieces and Software |
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CBD767AZ1 Astro-Watch D76mm x 700mm Reflector Telescope $129 The Coleman CBD767AZ1 Astro-Watch D76mm x 700mm Reflector Telescope Includes Interchangeable Eyepieces and Software |
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61 Inch Astrometric Reflector Telescope at the US Naval Observatory, Flagstaff Station $69.99 61 Inch Astrometric Reflector Telescope at the US Naval Observatory, Flagstaff Station – Photographic Print |
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Orion StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector Telescope $199.99 Orion offers quality telescopes for the whole family that are easy to use and will inspire your natural inclination to explore. The StarBlast, pint-sized in stature, is a real reflecting telescope that’s super-simple to use and yet manufactured with the kind of quality you’d expect in more expensive models. The StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector Telescope is a point-and-view telescope that swivels smoothly on its sturdy, low-profile base. It comes pre-assembled and ready for astronomical action right out of the box! Just carry the telescope outdoors by its built-in handle, place it on the ground or on a picnic bench, and let the fun begin! |
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Tasco Spacestation 114mm Reflector ST Telescope $134.95 TASCO SPACESTATION 114MM REFLECTOR ST TELESCOPEPut on your pressure suit and commence docking procedures, because we have a Spacestation powerful enough to take you to the moon and way, way beyond. See the stars like you?ve never seen before with a view from an all-new Tasco Spacestation telescope f |
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Celestron SkyProdigy 130 Computerized Reflector Telescope $699 The SkyProdigy 130 Computerized Reflector Telescope from Celestron employs a revolutionary automatic alignment system so anyone can become an instant astronomer, regardless of how well they know the night sky. With the SkyProdigy 130 Computerized Reflector Telescope, it’s easy to enjoy hours upon hours of stargazing entertainment thanks to its automatic alignment capabilities courtesy of Celestron’s StarSense technology. The SkyProdigy 130 reflector telescope employs electronic motors, an on-board computer and digital camera, and Celestron StarSense technology for automatic, instant alignment without any input required from the user. In fact, zero knowledge of the night sky is required to align a SkyProdigy telescope. Just take the telescope outside, turn on the SkyProdigy, push a single button, and enjoy the views. After giving the automatic alignment process just a few minutes, any SkyProdigy telescope will be ready to show you views of some 4000 celestial wonders. Now that’s easy astronomy! Great views of deep sky objects such as nebulas, star clusters, and galaxies can be yours with the Celestron SkyProdigy 130 Computerized Reflector Telescope. The auto-aligning SkyProdigy 130′s substantial 130mm (5.12″) aperture collects a good amount of light to provide you with pleasing views that are brighter than those through smaller telescopes. A moderate focal length of 650mm (f/5.0) makes the SkyProdigy 130 perform especially well on wide-field views of the night sky. |
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Orion StarBlast 6i IntelliScope Reflector Telescope $419.99 Our popular StarBlast 6 Astro Telescope just got a lot smarter! This portable 6″ f/5.0 reflector now comes ready for use with Orion’s exclusive computerized object location system, allowing night sky newbies to pinpoint hundreds, even thousands of astronomical objects with pushbutton ease. With the addition of Orion’s critically acclaimed IntelliScope technology, the StarBlast 6i becomes the most compact and portable computerized 6″ reflector telescope on the market. Even beginners can quickly locate any of 14,000+ celestial objects with the easy-to-use locator. You’ll see more celestial delights in one evening than you ever imagined! Weighing nearly 40% less than our comparable SkyQuest XT6 IntelliScope, the StarBlast 6i ships with a fully assembled base and weighs just 23.5 lbs. The small, lightweight form allows the telescope to be used on a sturdy table, the hood of car, the landing of an outdoor stairway, or any other suitable flat surface. Robust construction including teflon bearings and adjustable altitude tension on the base ensures smooth maneuvering of the StarBlast 6i. Masterfully engineered for reliable performance and easy point-and-view maneuverability, the StarBlast 6i IntelliScope Astro Telescope truly is a high-tech telescope with a low-tech, non-intimidating feel. You’ll have a blast using it! One-year limited warranty. |
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FunScope 76mm Tabletop Reflector Telescope $59.99 Fun indeed! You’ll enjoy hours of stellar exploration with this amazing little telescope. Designed specifically with first-time telescope buyers in mind, the FunScope is a great way to test the waters of stargazing – affordably! But what can you see with it? The FunScope features a 76mm polished spherical mirror, allowing you to capture 60 percent; more light than a typical 60mm beginner’s telescope. So you can observe the Moon, Saturn’s rings, as well as Jupiter and its four brightest moons, all under light-polluted skies. Under dark skies, even star clusters, emission nebulae and some of the brighter galaxies are not beyond reach.The FunScope comes equipped with a “red dot” finder, rack-and-pinion focuser, and two 1.25″ quality eyepieces: 20mm (15x) and 10mm (30x). So you can easily locate and observe objects in the night sky. The FunScope’s table-top mount features a quick-release dovetail mechanism, so the telescope can be easily detached and mounted on a tripod. Alternatively, the entire FunScope and mount itself can be mounted onto a tripod with a 3/8″ screw. Adjustable tension clutches on both axes let you determine tube movement in both directions. Weighing just 4 lbs., the ultra-portable FunScope can go with you just about anywhere! It makes a great gift for anytime of the year, especially during the holiday season. Who knew so much fun could come in such a small package? See for yourself and pick up a FunScope today! |
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SkyScanner 100mm Reflector Telescope and Tripod Bundle $179.99 If there isn’t a table at your favorite observing spot, we now provide our Orion SkyScanner 100mm TableTop Reflector Telescope bundled with a sturdy field tripod so you can scan the skies anywhere! The included field tripod is adjustable with a height range of 20″ to 34.5″ so you can position the SkyScanner 100mm reflector for comfortable views in the field. The tripod also features an extendable elevator column for crowd-pleasing performance. The Orion SkyScanner 100mm Reflector and Tripod Bundle also includes a high-power 6.3mm eyepiece, which provides a powerful, 63x view in the 400mm focal length SkyScanner reflector for high-magnification views of lunar crater details, bright planets, and more. Although perfect for beginning stargazers, the Orion SkyScanner 100mm TableTop Reflector telescope is not a toy! It is just the right size – large enough to see night sky objects yet compact enough to be easily carried outside. The 100mm aperture reflector telescope’s wide field of vision is ideal for observing the Moon and even the spectacular rings of Saturn without having to leave town. Under darker, more remote skies where the included field tripod will come in handy, the SkyScanner has enough light-gathering power to reveal objects as deep as the Milky Way. Complete with 100mm parabolic primary mirror optics made of glass not plastic, three 1.25″ eyepieces, and an EZ finder II reflex sight, this 100mm reflector collects over 200 times more light than the unaided eye! |
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Orion SkyScanner 100mm TableTop Reflector Telescope $99.99 Although perfect for beginning stargazers, this telescope is not a toy! The Orion SkyScanner 100mm TableTop Reflector is just the right size – large enough to see night sky objects yet compact enough to sit on a desk. The wide field of vision is ideal for observing detailed moon craters and even the spectacular rings of Saturn without having to leave town. Under darker skies, the SkySkanner has enough light-gathering power to reveal objects as deep as the Milky Way. Complete with 100mm parabolic primary mirror optics made of glass not plastic, two 1.25″ eyepieces, and an EZ finder II reflex sight, this 100mm reflector provides up to 40x magnification out of the box and collects over 200 times more light than the unaided eye! |
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Orion 8 f/3.9 Newtonian Astrograph Reflector Telescope $449.99 Our 8″aperture deep-sky imaging specialist boasts features usually reserved for much pricier astrophotography telescopes. In fact, the Orion 8″ f/3.9 Newtonian Astrograph’s powerful imaging performance easily exceeds what’s achievable with many premium apo refractors costing thousands of dollars more. Its 8″ parabolic primary mirror has 800mm of focal length, making the fast f/3.9 Newtonian an ideal wide-field astrophotography telescope. A substantial 70mm minor axis secondary mirror provides full field illumination to CCD and/or DSLR cameras for efficient astrophotography performance. This provides less than 10% light drop-off around the corners of very large APS-C sized sensors. Both primary and secondary mirrors boast enhanced reflectivity (94%) aluminum coatings with a protective silicon dioxide (quartz) overcoat. Three easy-grip, push-pull collimation hand knobs on the primary cell make collimation adjustments easy. Once aligned, three locking thumbscrews secure the 8″ parabolic mirror. Images acquired with the 8″ f/3.9 Newtonian Astrograph will exhibit maximum contrast thanks to sophisticated telescope features any astrophotographer will appreciate. Nine precisely positioned baffle rings along the inside of the reflector optical tube minimize internal reflections of pesky off-axis light for pristine imaging performance. To further optimize contrast and avoid off-axis light intrusion near the front of the telescope, the dual-speed 2″ Crayford focuser has been installed a full 6.3″ back from the front of the 30″ long reflector optical tube. |
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TELESCOPE: TELESCOPE $9.03 TELESCOPE: TELESCOPE |
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Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Reflector Telescope $249.99 Without doubt, the SpaceProbe 130 Newtonian strikes a classy pose, from its glossy black aluminum tube right down to its 6×30 finder scope. It’s a telescope that’s sure to attract serious beginners. But a great telescope is more than how it looks – it’s how it looks at the stars, and here the SpaceProbe 130 provides great viewing performance. This scope’s 130mm (5.1″) primary mirror gathers enough light for deep-sky observing while its 900mm focal length (f/6.9) provides the resolving power needed to reveal subtle planetary features. With the two fully coated Explorer II eyepieces provided (25mm and 10mm) you can cruise the Orion Nebula and the ringed visage of Saturn. |
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