$229.95

Description

Now even the most novice amateur astronomer can locate and explore the planets, asteroids, and comets, as well as nebulae, star clusters, galaxies, and hundreds of other deep-space objects, all at the push of a button. Meade ETX-60AT and ETX-70AT Astro Telescopes bring the full range of celestial images to your eye with an astonishing level of clarity and resolution. And, carrying on the ETX® tradition of optical and mechanical excellence, 60mm and 70mm ETX models include many of the same features as larger ETX telescopes.

Features

• Terrestrial Observing: Meade ETX telescopes make excellent land-view instruments for the birdwatcher, the naturalist, or for the home with a view
• Fork Mount with Dual-Axis Drive System: In conjunction with the telescope's Autostar hand controller, precision worm gear systems on each axis permit smooth pushbutton motions of the telescope.
• Optical Systems: ETX 60mm and 70mm models include multi-coated, air-spaced achromatic objective lenses of exclusive Meade design and are manufactured of Grade-A crown and flint optical glass components.
• Flip-Mirror System: For observing in the standard 90Ý position, flip the internal, optical flat mirror "up.
• Ultraportable and Simple to Use: Easy to carry to any observing location.

Specifications

• Optical Design-Achromatic refractor
• Optical Diameter-70mm (2.8")
• Focal Length, Focal Ratio-350mm f/5
• Near Focus(approx.)-17 ft. (5.2m)
• Resolving Power (arc secs.)-1.6
• Optical Coatings-multi-coated
• Limiting Visual Stellar Magnitude-11.2
• Image Scale-4.14Ý/inch
• Maximum Practical Visual Power-250X
• Optical Tube Dimensions-3.6" dia. x 12"
• Eyepieces-MA9mm, MA25mm
• Telescope Mounting -Fork type; double tine
• Motor Drive System-DC servo motors with encoders
• Slow-Motion Controls-Electric, 9-speed, both axes

Nice box - Meade makes decent stuff, great price & features for an entry level scope.

If you are thinking about getting into scopes, buy this. Couldn't be any nicer for entry level. I have one. Loved it. I say loved it because I have moved on to mid level scopes, but this was way worth it. Good price too.