Skywatcher Fusion 120i 150mm Maksutov Telescope
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The new Sky-Watcher Fusion 120i 150mm Maksutov Telescope has just been released for 2024! This telescope brings in improved technology with advanced capabilities and an intuitive design. Equipped with the MAK150 optical tube, this telescope provides quality imaging and versatility suitable for astronomers at any level.
The Fusion 120i Mount - 12kg payload
The Fusion 120i mount is a compact yet powerful system, weighing just 8kg and supporting a payload of up to 12kg. Its lightweight and portable design make it suitable for home use or travel to dark-sky locations. Measuring 335mm x 214mm x 467mm, it strikes a balance between size and stability. The mount features a worm wheel and gear transmission system, providing smooth and precise tracking of celestial objects. Both the Altitude and Azimuth axes have 180 teeth, ensuring accurate movement. The GOTO functionality, utilising SynScan along with built-in Wi-Fi, allows you to easily locate and track objects using the SynScan Pro APP or SynScan APP, compatible with both iOS and Android devices.
Designed for Versatility and Convenience
For convenience and versatility, the mount offers excellent control with a dual-axis clutch locking system, providing stability during extended observation sessions. It can be powered by an internal rechargeable lithium battery, which lasts up to 10 hours, or connected to an external DC12V power supply for longer use. The mount is also compatible with a wide range of OTAs, accommodating both Losmandy and Vixen dovetail setups.
The MAK150 Telescope Tube
The MAK150 Maksutov-Cassegrain optical tube is built for high performance, offering a focal length of 1800mm and a 150mm aperture. This setup provides sharp, high-contrast views with minimal optical aberrations. The all-spherical design and meniscus corrector lens ensure clear and detailed images of planets, the Moon, and deep-sky objects. Its compact design makes it easy to transport and maintain, with fewer components to manage.
Full Specifications
Optical Tube Assembly (OTA) |
Optical Design | Maksutov-Cassegrain (MAK) |
Aperture | 150mm |
Focal Length | 1800mm |
Focal Ratio | f/12.0 |
Included Eyepiece | 28mm (64x Magnification) |
Finderscope | 8x50 Finderscope |
Star Diagonal | 2" |
Optical Tube Construction | Aluminium |
Optical Coatings | StarBright XLT |
Dovetail | Narrow Vixen Dovetail Bar |
Computerised Mount |
Mount Type | Computerised Altitude-Azimuth (AZ) Single Fork Arm |
Payload Capacity | 12kg |
Tripod Material | Stainless Steel |
Tripod Weight | 5.6kg |
Accessory Tray | Yes |
Mount Head Weight | 8kg |
Tracking Modes | Alt-Az, EQ North, EQ South |
GPS | N/A |
Dovetail Compatibility | Vixen / Losmandy Dovetail |
Autoguide Port | Yes |
USB Port | Yes (Hand Controller Input) |
Power Reqiurements | Built-in Battery (9.6V 4.5Ah) or External 12V 3A Power |
Motor Drive | DC Servo Motors |
Alignment Procedures | 1 Star, 2 Stars, 3 Stars, Brightest Star |
Periodic Error Correction | No |
GOTO Database | SynScan 42,000+ Objects - Messier, NGC, IC, SAO, Caldwell, Double Stars, Variable Stars, Named Stars, Planets, User Defined |
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: SKW-SWFUSION-MAK150
Product Flag | New |
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Optical Design | Maksutov Cassegrain |
Aperture | 150mm |
Focal Length | 1800 |
Focal Ratio | f12 |
Highest Magnification | 450x |
Mount Type | Alt-Azimuth mount |
Dovetail Type | Dual Saddle - Fits Vixen & Losmandy |
Finderscope Make | 8 x 50mm finderscope |
Tube Length | 1800 |
Electronic Hand Control | Yes |
Motor Drive | Yes |
Warranty Information | 2 years |
Additional Specifications of Product | 2 inch - 28mm eyepiece |
The Fusion 120i - MAK150 Bundle
Here is what you get:
• The Skywatcher Fusion 120i mount
• The SkyMax150 OTA, is renowned for its good optics and performance.
• A premium 2" - 28mm eyepiece for wide-field views.
• A 8x50 finderscope to help you quickly locate celestial objects.