
Saxon Velocity 1309EQ2 Reflector Telescope
The Saxon F1309 Reflector Telescope features a 130mm aperture, 900mm focal length, and EQ2 mount, delivering bright, sharp views of the Moon, planets, nebulae, and star clusters with precision.
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Many have been surprised with the performance of the Saxon F1309 Reflector Telescope. That is because Saxon has been generous in putting in only the finest materials into this product, to offer you clarity and contrast in your views. With a focal length of 900mm you'll see more than ever with your naked eye! With an aperture of 130mm, this scope allows 30% more light gathering power than 114mm scopes, resulting in better resolution and a brighter image.
Features
- 130mm aperture
- 900mm focal length (F/6.9)
- Smooth 1.25" rack and pinion focuser
- EQ2 Equatorial Mount witth Slow motion Controls
- Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
- Comes with Super eyepieces, 5x24 Finderscope, and 1.5x Erecting Prism for terrestrial use
Specifications
Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Aperture | 130mm |
Focal Length | 900mm |
Focal Ratio | f/6.9 |
Included Eyepiece | Super 25mm (40x Magnification), Super 10mm (100x Magnification) and SR4 (250x Magnification) |
Finderscope | 5x24 |
Optical Tube | Aluminium |
Highest Useful Magnification | 260x |
Faintest Stellar Magnitude | 13.3 |
Resolving Power | 0.9 arc seconds |
Optical Coatings | Glass mirrors coated with aluminum and SiO₂ |
Optical Tube Length | 90cm |
Optical Tube Diameter | 17cm |
Optical Tube Weight | 4.50kg |
Mount Type | German Equatorial EQ2 |
Tripod Material | Aluminium |
Tripod Adjustment Range | 71cm - 123cm |
Total Kit Weight | 13 kg |
Warranty | 5 Year Manufacturer Warranty |
The Saxon F1309 Reflector Telescope sits on an heavy and steady equatorial mount. Also packed with the telescope kit is a 5x24 finderscope, smooth rack and pinion 1.25" focuser, Super 1.25" eyepieces (4mm, 10mm and 25mm), 1.5x erecting prism for terrestrial use and a heavy aluminium tripod. The saxon F1309EQ Reflector Telescope is suitable for viewing the moon, brighter nebula, planets and star clusters. To get even more magnification, add a 2x barlow lens which doubles the magnification when stacked with the existing eyepieces. This is great option to utilise the telescope's capability of viewing 260x magnification!
The saxon Velocity 1309EQ2 Reflector Telescope is covered by a 5 Year 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: 222113
Weight | 19.000000 |
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Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Aperture | 130mm |
Focal Length | 900mm |
Focal Ratio | 6.9 |
Highest Practical Magnification | 260x |
Mount Type | German Equatorial EQ2 |
Motor Drive | No |
Dovetail Type | Vixen |
Eyepiece 1 | Super 25mm - 1.25" |
Eyepiece 2 | Super 10mm - 1.25" |
Eyepiece 3 | SR4 - 1.25" |
Finderscope Make | 5x24 |
Tube Length | 17 x 90cm |
Autoguide Port | No |
Electronic Hand Control | No |
Warranty Information | 5 Years Limited Warranty |
Image | Item | Qty |
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saxon EQ2 Mount and Tripod | 1 |
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saxon 5x24 Finderscope with Bracket | 1 |
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saxon 1.5x Erecting Eyepiece | 1 |
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saxon Super 4mm/10mm/25mm 1.25’’ Eyepiece | 1 |
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saxon Star / Moon Chart | 1 |