Explore Scientific 8X50 Straight-Through Finder Scope

Explore Scientific 8x50 Straight-through Finder Scope

Product Code: eq176061
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$299.97 $452.95

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The white with black accents Explore Scientific 8x50 Straight-Through Finder Scopeis a non-illuminated finder scope that offers a straight-through view with a main objective with a standard crosshair reticle. For comfortable viewing it has a field of view of 6° and it is meant to be an upgrade for smaller scopes and will provide a larger, brighter image.

It has multi-coated optics for maintaining contrast and includes a quick release bracket for taking it off or putting on a telescope with dual rings and a dovetail foot.

Multi-Coated Optics Field of View: 6° Standard Crosshair Reticle Quick Release Bracket Batteries Included

Parameters
Magnification	8x
Objective Lens Diameter	50 mm
Field of View	6°
Mount	Quick release bracket with dual rings and dovetail foot
Reticle	Standard crosshair
Illumination	None
Diameter	2.2" (55.5 mm)
Weight	1.35 lb (0.61 kg)
Packaging Info
Package Weight	1.55 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	10.7 x 8.1 x 4"

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will an Ioptron CEM25p mount attach to this tripod?

A: Yes it will

Q: 2. are the leg connectors (with the lock knobs) made of metal or plastic?

A: Explore Scientific FirstLight EXOS Nano Mount with ST1 Tripod BH #EXFLENEQ3M • MFR #FL-EXOSNANOT1-00 has metal lock knobs

Q: 3. Does a skywatcher 130pds mount on this?

A: Yes it will

Q: 4. Is its dovetail foot suitable for vixen's finder bracket shoe? If not, how to solve it?

A: NO, Explore Scientific has a bracket shoe available. Requires 2 screws to attach.

Q: 5. What is the weight of the tripod amount? Not the shipping weight but the actual net weight.

A: The tripod in the Explore Scientific FirstLight EXOS Nano Mount with ST1 Tripod kit weighs 17 pounds according to the manufacturer.

Q: 6. what's the mount size?

A: There is no mounting socket at the bottom of the base to mount it on any tripod.

Q: 7. Is it’s dovetail foot suitable for Meade 6000 series 115mm refractor?

A: You would need this finder scope base: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1046161-REG/explore_scientific_fndrbaseblk_finder_scope_base.html

Q: 8. Can this angled polar finder scope be attached to the Sky Watcher Star Adventurer tracker or wedge for easier polar visualization to set tracking?

A: Anything is possible

Q: 9. Is this a vixen dovetail mount?

A: It does not have a Vixen dovetail.

Q: 10. Will the base fit onto stock ES 80ED CF? Can it be used on ES 80ED CF for AP manual guiding ?

A: Yes it will fit your scope and can be used for manual guiding.

anyonymous	11/09/2024
[6°] Explore scientific oce again confirm its reputation. This eyepiece is really the best in its category, along with rhe Tele Vue Nagler but at half of that price: difficult to do better. Its huge apparent FOV, its contrast and its flat field make it a must for all owners of a long focal SCT. 5

Jay	06/09/2024
[6°] I don't know much about eyepieces but I do have 4 explorer scientific. The 4.5mm and 8.5mm 82 degree, the 17mm 92 degree and the 30mm 82 degree. I like them all but I really like the 17mm and 30mm. I can't give any technical details but I can tell you that the 30mm is a pleasure to look through. The same can be said for the 17mm. It would be hard to choose between the two if i could only have one. I guess I would have to go with the 17mm because of the wide field of view plus greater magnification but i would really miss the 30mm. And I would definitely go with B&H, i recently tried another store in NJ and got ........ 5

anyonymous	03/09/2024
[6°] Used this filter with Explore Scientific ED127 triplet and got good results, My photographs are better with filter also own the UHC filter from explore scientific and it is also good 5

Ronnie	03/09/2024
[50 mm] Explore Scientific has really made a great finder scope here and it is a nice match for my ES AR152mm scope. Very solid and a sleek look. Very nice magnification and illumination. 5

Karl	08/08/2024
[2.2" (55.5 mm)] This is my first 2" EP and my first 82 degree FOV EP. The view of the double cluster (I could see both in the FOV with my Meade LS-8) was simply spectacular. I was a little anxious about spending close to $300 for an EP. However it is definitely worth the money. 5

Tom	25/07/2024
[None] It comes in a really nice box. 5

Dan	12/07/2024
[10.7 x 8.1 x 4"] Great ep for friends who wear eyeglasses. Long eye relief, great views. 5

Javier	06/07/2024
[10.7 x 8.1 x 4"] A good nebulae filter 5

David	24/06/2024
[None] Ordered from USA to Brisbane on a Monday and received Friday via DHL in time for dark skies on Saturday. WOW Very light weight but solid. Performed well with Explore Scientific + Tele Vue eye pieces on my Celestron 11 and would highly recommend. 5

Dane	22/06/2024
[6°] This is pretty much my favorite eyepiece. Field of view and clarity are amazing; mix that with the 17mm magnification and it's my goto eyepiece for almost anything. If it were forced upon me I would happily use this as my only eyepiece for the rest of my life. With that said, I must say that the rubber eyecup fell off within a couple days of use and I will need to figure out the repair myself (not a big enough issue to send back). Also, the plastic cap doesn't fit over the top of the eyepiece for storage? What is that about? It's from a different eyepiece model? I wouldn't expect these issues with an otherwise very high quality piece. Even with these issues I am giving it 5 stars because they do not take away from the amazing viewing experience and overall quality. 5