The Celestron EclipSmart 50 50mm f/7.2 Alt-Az Solar Telescope is a complete rig for eclipse or general solar viewing. It is outfitted with dual-lens, non-removable glass solar filters that carry multiple ISO certifications for direct solar observation, and reveal images of the Sun's surface in a natural and neutral tone. Included with the scope is a 20mm eyepiece that produces 18x magnification, an adjustable-height photo-style tripod with an extendable center column, a manual alt-az head with control handle, and a backpack that everything fits into with room for more accessories.
Performance
- Dual-lens, non-removable glass solar filters
- ISO 12312-2, EN 1836:2005 + A1:2007 (E), AS/NZS 1338.1:2012, compliant for filters for eye protectors and direct solar viewing
- 50mm objective lens
- f/7.2 focal ratio
- 360mm focal length
- Refractor-style optical path
- Fully coated optics for improved light transmission
- Resolution: 2.79 arc sec, Rayleigh; 2.32 arc sec, Dawes
- Rack-and-pinion focuser with 1.25" drawtube
Mount and Tripod
- Mount:
- Manual alt-az
- Control handle with twist-lock Tripod:
- Four leg sections
- Easy snap locks per section
- Adjustable height from 16" to 43"
- Extendable 6" center column
- With legs and center column full extended max height to top of mount is 49"
Included Accessories
- 20mm eyepiece yields 18x magnification
- 90° diagonal puts head in comfortable viewing position
- Projection finder allows users to safely put the Sun in the telescope's field of view
- Backpack holds optical tube, mount/tripod, and accessories for easy transportation and storage
UPC: 050234220606