PowerSeeker 114EQ Telescope

Description

PowerSeeker telescopes are a great way to open up the wonders of the Universe to the aspiring astronomer!

The Celestron PowerSeeker series of telescopes is designed to give the first-time buyer the perfect combination of quality, value, features and power.Offering exceptional value, these telescopes feature portable yet powerful designs with ample optical performance to excite any newcomer to the world of amateur astronomy.

Quick Overview:

• Quick and easy no-tool setup
• Slow motion controls for smooth tracking
• Erect image optics – Ideal for terrestrial and astronomical use
• Fully coated glass optical components with high transmission coatings for enhanced image brightness and clarity
• 3x Barlow lens triples the magnifying power of each eyepiece
• Accessory tray for convenient storage of accessories

Specifications:

Optical Design Newtonian Reflector
Aperture (mm) 114 mm (4.49 in)
Focal Length 900 mm (35 in)
Focal Ratio 7.89
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm) 20 mm (0.79 in)
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 45 x
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2 (mm) 4 mm (0.16 in)
Magnification of Eyepiece 2 225 x
Barlow Lens 3 x
Finderscope 5×24
Mount Type German Equatorial
Accessory Tray No-Tool Tray with Eyepiece holder
Tripod Aluminum
Highest Useful Magnification 269 x
Lowest Useful Magnification 16 x
Limiting Stellar Magnitude 12.8
Resolution (Rayleigh) 1.22 arc seconds
Resolution (Dawes) 1.02 arc seconds
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) 265 x
Apparent Field of View 0.9 &deg
Linear Field of View (@1000 yds) 48 ft (15 m)
Secondary Mirror Obstruction 1 in (25 mm)
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area 4.96 %
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter 22 %
Optical Coatings Aluminum
Optical Tube Length 34 in (864 mm)

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