Explore Scientific 8x50 Illuminated Polar Finder Scope
- Product Code: eq176063
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The silver Explore Scientific 8x50 Illuminated Polar Finder Scopeis an illuminated finder scope that offer right-side-up and left-to-right corrected views for ease of use when attached to a telescope. This model features an illuminated eyepiece at a 90° angle from the scope for comfortable viewing. Also, the deep red illumination is variable and can be turned off via a knob.
The Polar finder scope has Northern and Southern polar reference markings that allow for quick and precise alignments when used in conjunction with an equatorial mount due to an easy to use polar alignment crosshair reticle. Both the eyepiece and main objective can be focused for comfort to your eyes as well. Additionally, it produces a 7° field of view and has multi-coated optics for maintaining contrast. The scope includes a quick release bracket with dual rings and a dovetail foot for taking it off or putting on a telescope as well as batteries for powering the illumination.
Corrected View Variable Deep Red Illumination Northern and Southern Polar Markings Field of View: 7° Eyepiece and Main Objective Focusing Multi-Coated Optics Quick Release Bracket Batteries Included
Parameters | |
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Magnification | 8x |
Objective Lens Diameter | 50 mm |
Field of View | 7° |
Reticle | Polar alignment crosshair |
Illumination | Yes, deep red, variable |
Mount | Quick release bracket with dual rings and dovetail foot |
Dimensions | 7.9 x 2.4 x 4.4" (20.0 x 6.2 x 11.2 cm) |
Weight | 1.6 lb (712 g) |
Packaging Info | |
Package Weight | 1.715 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 10 x 5.4 x 3.55" |
Related Questions and Answers
Q: 1. Can this finder be adapted to a Celestron Nexstar SLT130?
A: This Finder Scope cannot be adapted onto that 130SLT Model. My sincere apologies. The mounts are very different.
Q: 2. Will a CG4 or LX70 EQ mount attach to this tripod?
A: Yes, they will
Q: 3. 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: 4. Does a skywatcher 130pds mount on this?
A: Yes it will
Q: 5. What is the load capacity?
A: About 12 lbs.
Q: 6. Will this dovetail work on a Meade 12" LX200 GPS SCT?
A: Th Meade 12" LX200 GPS SCT does not have any screw hole to accept a dove tail plate. If you are referring to the Dual-Ring Quick Release Bracket on the Explore Scientific 8x50 Erect Image Illuminated Polar Finder Scope, the Meade 12" has a much wider diameter then the Explore Scientific.
Q: 7. Is this a vixen dovetail mount?
A: It does not have a Vixen dovetail.
Q: 8. is the bracket a universal dovetail bracket? and what does the illuminated feature look like? like a red dot or what?
A: I have an older Meade LX200 12 , and the dovetail bracket did not fit my scope. I used my existing bracket and placed this finder inside of it. The illumination lights up a crosshair. Instead of simply being two lines that cross over one another, there is an open circle at the center of the crosshair. The included redlight isn't very good though, and I plan to replace it with a model from another manufacturer.
Q: 9. 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: 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.
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