
Saxon Pioneer 804 AZ3 Refractor Telescope
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.
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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
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80mm Aperture: The multi-coated 80mm achromatic objective lens of the Saxon 80/400 AZ3 Refractor Telescope provides bright, wide-field views.
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Short Focal Length: The 400mm focal length (f/5.0) of this Saxon 80/400 telescope makes it extremely compact and portable.
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AZ3 Mount: The alt-azimuth mount on the 804 AZ3 features slow-motion controls for precise adjustments and easy tracking of objects.
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Compact Design: The Saxon 804AZ3 is a true grab-and-go instrument, ideal for travel.
Included Accessories with Saxon 804 AZ3 Telescope
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Two 1.25" Super Eyepieces: 10mm and 25mm eyepieces provide a range of magnifications for your Saxon 804.
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6x30 Finderscope: Helps in locating targets with the 804AZ3.
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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.
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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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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
| Optical Design | Refractor |
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| Aperture | 80mm |
| Focal Length | 400mm |
| Focal Ratio | 5.0 |
| Highest Practical Magnification | 160x |
| Mount Type | Alt-Azimuth mount |
| Motor Drive | No |
| Eyepiece 1 | Super 25mm - 1.25" |
| Eyepiece 2 | Super 10mm - 1.25" |
| Finderscope Make | 6x30 Finder |
| Tube Length | 40cm |
| Autoguide Port | No |
| Electronic Hand Control | No |
| Warranty Information | 5 Years Limited Warranty |
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saxon AZ3 Mount and Tripod | 1 |
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saxon 1.25" Erect Image Diagonal (45 degree) | 1 |
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saxon 6x30 Finderscope with Bracket | 1 |
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saxon 10mm / 25mm Super 1.25" Eyepiece | 1 |
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saxon Star / Moon Chart | 1 |






















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