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Saxon Pioneer 804 AZ3 Refractor Telescope

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Saxon
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SAX-214117

The Saxon 804 AZ3 Refractor Telescope is a compact, easy-to-use scope ideal for quick observing sessions. Its 80 mm aperture and wide field of view make it suitable for both daytime land observation and casual nighttime stargazing.

RRP $429.95 RRP OUR PRICE $329.95

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    The Saxon 804AZ3 Pioneer Refractor Telescope is a short-tube refractor telescope, capable of land viewing and basic astronomy. Due to its extremely compact design and portability, the 804AZ3 is easy to store and transport. This Saxon 80/400 AZ3 can be taken out for functional land viewing or astronomical observation at a moment's notice.

    The 804AZ comes on an alt-azimuth (AZ3) mount which allows for smooth and controlled minor adjustments using the slow-motion control knobs while exploring the views. If you are interested in astrophotography, the focuser is pre-threaded to accept T2 adapters (sold separately).

     

    Saxon 804AZ3 Telescope Key Features

    • 80mm Aperture: The multi-coated 80mm achromatic objective lens of the Saxon 80/400 AZ3 Refractor Telescope provides bright, wide-field views.

    • Short Focal Length: The 400mm focal length (f/5.0) of this Saxon 80/400 telescope makes it extremely compact and portable.

    • AZ3 Mount: The alt-azimuth mount on the 804 AZ3 features slow-motion controls for precise adjustments and easy tracking of objects.

    • Compact Design: The Saxon 804AZ3 is a true grab-and-go instrument, ideal for travel.

     

    Included Accessories with Saxon 804 AZ3 Telescope

    • Two 1.25" Super Eyepieces: 10mm and 25mm eyepieces provide a range of magnifications for your Saxon 804.

    • 6x30 Finderscope: Helps in locating targets with the 804AZ3.

    • 45-degree Erect Image Diagonal (1.25"): Provides a comfortable viewing angle and a correctly oriented image for land viewing with this 804 AZ telescope.

    • Aluminum Tripod with Accessory Tray: A sturdy and adjustable tripod for the Saxon 804 AZ3 Refractor Telescope.

     

    Saxon 80/400 AZ3 Specifications

    Optical Design Refractor
    Aperture 80mm
    Focal Length 400mm
    Focal Ratio f/5.0
    Eyepieces Included Super 25mm (16x Magnification), Super 10mm (40x Magnification)
    Finderscope 6x30
    Diagonal 1.25" 45° Erect Image Diagonal
    Optical Tube Aluminium
    Highest Useful Magnification 160x
    Lowest Useful Magnification 11x
    Limiting Stellar Magnitude 12
    Resolution (Rayleigh) 1.74 arcseconds
    Resolution (Dawes) 1.45 arcseconds
    Light Gathering Power (Compared to Human eye) 131x
    Optical Coatings Fully coated
    Optical Tube Length 40cm
    Optical Tube Diameter 8cm
    Optical Tube Weight 1.90kg
    Mount Type Altazimuth AZ3
    Tripod Material Aluminium
    Tripod Leg Diameter Not provided
    Tripod Adjustment Range 785mm - 1250mm (30.9" - 49.2")
    Tripod Weight 3.54kg (7.8 lbs)
    Total Kit Weight 10kg
    Warranty 5 Year Manufacturer Warranty

     

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    Optics Central is a proud authorised retailer of saxon Telescopes in Australia, offering competitive pricing, fast shipping Australia wide, and unbeatable expertise in saxon products. Our team includes trained and experienced astronomy enthusiasts who actually use telescopes – so we can offer legitimate and helpful advice before and after your purchase.

    For local visitors, come visit our showrooms to experience saxon telescopes in person. All saxon items purchased at Optics Central are fully supported with saxon's manufacturer warranty.

    Shop saxon with confidence at Optics Central – Australia’s Optics Superstore.

     

    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 thought 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: 214117

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    Optical DesignRefractor
    Aperture80mm
    Focal Length400mm
    Focal Ratio5.0
    Highest Practical Magnification160x
    Mount TypeAlt-Azimuth mount
    Motor DriveNo
    Eyepiece 1Super 25mm - 1.25"
    Eyepiece 2Super 10mm - 1.25"
    Finderscope Make6x30 Finder
    Tube Length40cm
    Autoguide PortNo
    Electronic Hand ControlNo
    Warranty Information5 Years Limited Warranty
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