The Celestron
Astromaster series is considered by professionals in the sector as well as by astronomy fans as one of the
best introductory series both for its optical quality and for the quality and robustness of the materials used.
The
Celestron Astromaster 114 EQ telescope is a very good
starter option in astronomy of
the Reflector Newton type and has a
diameter of
114 mm . It is a
very versatile telescope thanks to its great light gathering capacity and its long
focal length of 1000 mm that will allow you to make clear, bright and contrasty observations.
Celestron's Motor Drive
tracking motor offers the possibility to automate the
movement of the telescope, once the position has been set manually, this system does not transform it into a computerized telescope or GO-TO, it only provides mechanical movement. It also includes a practical
smartphone adapter. What can I observe with the Celestron Astromaster 114 EQ?
We will be able to observe both planets and the deep sky (constellations, galaxies and nebulae). Its f / 9 focal ratio makes it a very versatile telescope getting better results in planetary observation than with the Astromaster 130EQ as it has a higher level of contrast. With the Celestron Astromaster 114 EQ we can see the Moon in great detail. In addition, we will be able to observe Mars, the rings of Saturn and the moons of Jupiter.
Characteristics:
- Optical design: Newton reflector
- Aperture: 114mm
- Focal length: 1000mm
- Focal ratio: f / 9
- Search engine: Pre-installed, with LED light pointer (new 2017)
- Mount: German Equatorial CG-2
- Tripod: Steel with 31.8mm Ø round legs
- Eyepieces: 20mm (50x) and 10mm (100x) of 31.8mm Ø
- CD-ROM: TheSkyX
- Maximum Useful Magnification: 269x
- Limit stellar magnitude: 12.8
- Rayleigh resolution: 1.21 arcseconds
- Dawes: 1.02 arc seconds
- Light gathering power: 265x
- Angular field of view (with 20mm eyepiece): 1.4 °
- Optical treatment: Aluminum
- Tube length: 50.8cm
- Telescope weight: 7.7 kg