Skywatcher 127/1500 AZ-Go2 Explorer Maksutov Cassegrain Telescope
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The Sky-Watcher 127mm AZ-Go2 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope is a powerful, fully automated tool perfect for beginners and hobbyists looking to enjoy the wonders of astronomy. Its 127mm aperture and 1500mm focal length allow for high magnification, making it ideal for planetary viewing. With its Maksutov-Cassegrain design, this telescope combines a front meniscus lens with two mirrors for excellent optical performance, delivering sharp, clear views of celestial objects while protecting the optics from dust and humidity.
With the AZ-Go2 Mount, stargazing is simplified. The Wi-Fi-controlled GOTO system allows you to wirelessly point and track over 42,000 objects using your smartphone or tablet via the SynScan app. Setup is quick and easy with the Bright Object alignment mode, so you can start observing in minutes. The kit includes 10mm and 25mm Super Plossl eyepieces, a red dot finderscope, a 90° diagonal, and a sturdy stainless steel tripod with an accessory tray.
Key Features:
- 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain with 1500mm focal length for detailed planetary and lunar viewing
- Wi-Fi GOTO AZ-Go2 Mount, controlled via smartphone or tablet
- Compatible with SynScan hand controller (sold separately)
- Maximum practical magnification of 256x for observing planets and the Moon
- Compact design with enclosed optics for protection from dust and humidity
- Includes 10mm and 25mm Super Plossl eyepieces and red dot finderscope
- Stainless steel tripod with accessory tray
- Powered by 12V DC or AA batteries (not included)
Full Specifications
Optical Tube Assembly (OTA) |
Optical Design | Maksutov Cassegrain |
Aperture | 127mm |
Focal Length | 1500mm |
Focal Ratio | f/11.8 |
Included Eyepiece | 10mm (150x Magnification), 25mm (60x Magnification) |
Finderscope | Red Dot Finderscope |
Star Diagonal | 90° Viewing Angle |
Optical Tube Construction | Aluminium |
Highest Useful Magnification | 256x |
Dovetail | Vixen Dovetail Bar |
Computerised Mount |
Mount Type | AZ-Go2 Explorer |
Tripod Material | Stainless Steel |
Accessory Tray | Yes |
Mount Head Weight | 1.3kg |
Slew Speeds | 9 Slew Speds (Max Speed 3° / Second) |
Tracking Rates | Sidereal, Solar and Lunar |
Tracking Modes | Alt-Az, EQ North, EQ South |
GPS | N/A |
Dovetail Compatibility | Vixen Dovetail |
Auxiliary Ports | 1 Aux Port |
Autoguide Port | Yes |
USB Port | Yes (Hand Controller Input) |
Power Reqiurements | 8 x AA Batteries (Not Included) 12V DC-750 mA (Tip Positive) - Not Included |
Motor Drive | DC Servo Motors |
Warranty | Skywatcher 5 Year Warranty |
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About Sky-Watcher
Contemporary telescope-making has advanced the simple optical designs early scopes to revolutionary, state of the art. The Sky-Watcher company believes Telescopes of quality make should no longer be expensive, but accessible to everyone. Sky-Watcher philosophy has always been to bring the vast wonders of the skies within reasonable reach of anyone with enough curiosity and courage to look up and imagine. Sky-Watcher scopes come in a large range of observational applications - from 10"Dobsonians to spotting scopes for land use.
Product Code: SW127MAK-AZGO2
Optical Design | Maksutov Cassegrain |
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Aperture | 127mm |
Focal Length | 1500mm |
Focal Ratio | 11.8 |
Highest Magnification | 256x |
Mount Type | Alt-Azimuth mount |
Dovetail Type | Vixen |
Eyepiece 1 | Super 10mm |
Eyepiece 2 | Super 25mm |
Finderscope Make | Red Dot Finder |
Electronic Hand Control | No |
Motor Drive | Yes |
Warranty Information | 5 Year Limited Warranty |