saxon.jpg

Saxon 250DS Astrophotography Newtonian Telescope - OTA Only

Product Image
Saxon
9332787003051
The Saxon 250DS Astrophotography Newtonian Reflector Telescope - OTA is great for DSO and planetary imaging.  The saxon 250DS Astrophotography Newtonian Reflector Telescope features a 254mm (10") aperture with 1200mm focal length (f/5) which is great for planetary and DSO imaging and viewing.  For the keen astronomer, the dual-speed focuser ensures that you can achieve optimal focus by being able to adjust both a coarse and fine focus 10:1. Compared to standard rack & pinion and crayford focusers, this delivers sharper views and images as you can achieve a better focal point. If you want to go a step further, add in the saxon F5 Newtonian Coma Corrector to capture pin-point stars while reducing coma inherent to newtonian reflectors.  Features The saxon 250DS Astrophotography Newtonian Telescope features the following: 254mm aperture 1200mm focal length (F/5.0) Parabolic mirror 2" Dual Speed 10:1 focuser Weighs 14.38kg (OTA only) Tube dimensions are 288mm x 1120mm   Comes with the following accessories:  9x50 finderscope 2" LET 28mm eyepiece 2" to 1.25" adapter Tube rings Dovetail bar This listing is for the OTA only, thus you have the option to customise this telescope with your own telescope mount and accessories to best suit your needs. As the OTA weighs 14.38kg, a saxon NEQ6 Pro Mount and above is ideal.    Recommended Accessories saxon F5 Coma Corrector for Newtonian Telescopes The saxon Coma Corrector F5 reduces coma inherent to newtonian telescopes. This improves field correction and produces flat pin-point stars for visual and DSLR astrophotography.  saxon NEQ6 Pro GOTO Mount with Steel Tripod The saxon NEQ6 Pro GOTO Mount with Steel Tripod is a compatible computerised telescope mount to carry this OTA.   saxon AZEQ6 GT Mount with Steel Tripod The saxon AZEQ6 GT Mount with Steel Tripod is a compatible computerised telescope mount to carry this OTA.     About saxon - High Quality Optics The Saxon brand commits to quality and research. The company develops a range of binoculars, telescopes, microscopes and accessories with the understanding of its user’s priorities and needs. Saxon has built each product around the knowledge that everyone’s viewing requirements are different, proven through each precise and well though out product line. Browse a range of Saxon optical products and you'll find that every glass has been designed to help every viewer see only the best in every situation. Product Code: SAX-220025
SKU
SAX-220025
OUR PRICE $1,269.00

Dispatch in 2-4 Days

Add to wishlist
 

Shipping Calculator

    The Saxon 250DS Astrophotography Newtonian Reflector Telescope - OTA is great for DSO and planetary imaging. 

    The saxon 250DS Astrophotography Newtonian Reflector Telescope features a 254mm (10") aperture with 1200mm focal length (f/5) which is great for planetary and DSO imaging and viewing.  For the keen astronomer, the dual-speed focuser ensures that you can achieve optimal focus by being able to adjust both a coarse and fine focus 10:1. Compared to standard rack & pinion and crayford focusers, this delivers sharper views and images as you can achieve a better focal point. If you want to go a step further, add in the saxon F5 Newtonian Coma Corrector to capture pin-point stars while reducing coma inherent to newtonian reflectors. 

    Features

    The saxon 250DS Astrophotography Newtonian Telescope features the following:

    • 254mm aperture
    • 1200mm focal length (F/5.0)
    • Parabolic mirror
    • 2" Dual Speed 10:1 focuser
    • Weighs 14.38kg (OTA only)
    • Tube dimensions are 288mm x 1120mm

     

    Comes with the following accessories: 

    • 9x50 finderscope
    • 2" LET 28mm eyepiece
    • 2" to 1.25" adapter
    • Tube rings
    • Dovetail bar

    This listing is for the OTA only, thus you have the option to customise this telescope with your own telescope mount and accessories to best suit your needs. As the OTA weighs 14.38kg, a saxon NEQ6 Pro Mount and above is ideal. 

     

    Recommended Accessories

    Saxon Coma Corrector F5 saxon F5 Coma Corrector for Newtonian Telescopes The saxon Coma Corrector F5 reduces coma inherent to newtonian telescopes. This improves field correction and produces flat pin-point stars for visual and DSLR astrophotography.  Add to Cart Button
    Saxon NEQ6 Pro GOTO Mount with Steel Tripod saxon NEQ6 Pro GOTO Mount with Steel Tripod The saxon NEQ6 Pro GOTO Mount with Steel Tripod is a compatible computerised telescope mount to carry this OTA.   Add to Cart Button
    Saxon AZ-EQ6 GT Pro Mount Built in USB saxon AZEQ6 GT Mount with Steel Tripod The saxon AZEQ6 GT Mount with Steel Tripod is a compatible computerised telescope mount to carry this OTA.   Add to Cart Button

     

    About saxon - High Quality Optics

    The Saxon brand commits to quality and research. The company develops a range of binoculars, telescopes, microscopes and accessories with the understanding of its user’s priorities and needs. Saxon has built each product around the knowledge that everyone’s viewing requirements are different, proven through each precise and well though out product line. Browse a range of Saxon optical products and you'll find that every glass has been designed to help every viewer see only the best in every situation.

    Product Code: SAX-220025

    More Information
    Optical DesignNewtonian Reflector
    Aperture254mm
    Focal Length1200mm
    Focal Ratio4.7
    Highest Magnification508x
    Mount TypeN/A
    Dovetail TypeVixen
    Finderscope Make9x50
    Tube Length1120mm
    Electronic Hand ControlNo
    Motor DriveNo
    Warranty Information5 Years
    Write Your Own Review
    You're reviewing:Saxon 250DS Astrophotography Newtonian Telescope - OTA Only
    Your Rating
    Image Item Qty
    saxon 250DS Astrophotography Newtonian Telescope - OTA Only saxon 250DS Astrophotography Newtonian Telescope - OTA 1
    saxon 28mm 2’’ LET Eyepiece saxon 28mm 2’’ LET Eyepiece 1
    Saxon 9x50 Finderscope with bracket saxon 9x50 Finderscope with Bracket 1
    Saxon 2" Dual Speed Focuser saxon 2" Dual Speed Focuser 1
      saxon 2" to 1.25" Adapter 1
    saxon Star/Moon Chart saxon Star/Moon Chart 1

    Need help?

    how to store a telescope blog

    how to clean a telescope blog

    how to collimate a Newtonian reflector