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Meade Zero Image Shift-Electronic Micro-Focuser for use with AutoStar II or AutoStar III handboxs Only

$ 289.00 - Sold Out

Meade Zero Image Shift-Electronic Micro-Focuser for use with AutoStar II or AutoStar III handboxs Only

Meade SKU: 07080 | Helix SKU: ME07080

Overview

Meade Zero Image Shift-Electronic Micro-Focuser #07080 for the Meade LX200-ACF and Meade LS models. This high precision, ultra smooth focuser allows you to obtain an extremely accurate image focus. Perfect for astrophotography or during high power planetary observation. Focus is controlled through the existing Autostar II or Autostar III handbox of the telescope. This very high quality accessory securely mounts to a thread-on type adapter (included) to the rear of your telescope. The diagonal or camera (not included) then inserts into the microfocuser which has approximately 1/2 inch of travel. Coarse focus is achieved conventionally through the telescopes focus knob. The Microfocuser is then used to achieve a more precisely focused image via the keypad, without image shift or shake.

Includes focuser with adapters for the rear of any Meade LX200-ACF or LS model telescope and cord to plug into the focuser port of the telescope. This focuser is also compatible with LX200GPS models. Not compatible with LX200 "Classic" or Meade LX90 models.

Product carries full one year Meade factory limited warranty.

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Polaris 70mm German Equatorial Refractor

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Polaris 70mm German Equatorial Refractor - ME216001

Explore the universe with the Meade Polaris 70
 

• Telescope comes complete with everything you need to view the wonders of the night sky the first time out.
• 70mm (2.8”) Refracting Telescope delivers bright and detailed images that is perfect for viewing both land and celestial objects.
• Features a stable equatorial mount with slow motion controls that makes it easy to track celestial objects as they move across the night sky.
• Comes with 3 eyepieces that provide low, medium and high powered magnification for viewing a wide range of objects (Moon, planets, or land).
• Includes a red dot viewfinder to help locate objects you want to observe.

Bonus: AutoStar Suite® Astronomer Edition Software on DVD

AutoStar Suite Astronomer Edition software will help you learn the night sky. It displays more than 10,000 celestial objects including planets, stars, galaxies and nebulas. You can print out star charts and even plan your observing session. It operates on any Windows® based PC.

 SKU: 216001

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Meade 07530 Series 4000 Color Filter Set No.1 (Black)

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The Meade 07530 Series 4000 Color Filter Set No.1 enhances the contrast of the moon and planets in more visual and photographic images. These filters thread into the barrel of Meade 1.25-inch eyepieces and works for almost all other brands of eyepieces as well. This set includes a no.12 yellow with 74-percent transmission, no.23A light red with 25-percent transmission, no.58 green with 24-percent transmission and no.80A blue with 30-percent transmission. The no.12 yellow filter enhances red and orange features, which works great with the colors that can be seen on Jupiter, Saturn and Mars and is ideal for telescopes with a 6-inch aperture and larger. The no.23A filter features strong contrast with blue-green detail on planets including Jupiter, Saturn, Mercury and Mars. The no.58 filter is ideal for 8-inch apertures and up and rejects blue and red tones. Finally, the no.80A filter is perfect for Jupiter and Saturn, as well as a contrast-enhancing lunar filter. The Meade 07530 Series 4000 Color Filter Set No.1 comes with a 1-year limited warranty. Meade has everything you need to capture the night sky for experienced star-shooters, serious researchers and beginners alike. Serious astronomers for years have flocked to Meade telescopes for their quality optical systems and patented technology. Consumers know that "Meade Optics Inside" means that what they see through our telescopes will be views that are detailed, crisp and full of contrast. Look through a Meade this evening and see what you've been missing.

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Celestron Powertank Lithium

$ 164.95 $ 164.94

Celestron Powertank Lithium

Celestron SKU: 18771 | Helix SKU: CT18771

Overview

The PowerTank Lithium keeps the charge going for the astronomer on the go. The Lithium-Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery chemistry has significant advantages over other battery chemistries.

- The LiFePO4 has an un-recharged shelf life of 10 years compared to 3 years for the Lithium Iron and 6-9 months for a Sealed Lead-Acid battery.

- The battery performance of the PowerTank Lithium phosphate degrades at a much slower pace than other chemistries.

- The LiFePO4 can be charged and discharged 2000 times compared to only 500 for a Lithium Iron battery and 300 for sealed lead-acid designs.

- The batteries will last as long as the telescope you use it with!

- The LiFePO4 uses phosphates instead of environmentally hazardous elements like cobalt or lead commonly found in other rechargeable batteries.

- Can withstand higher temperatures than lithium-iron designs and will not be a fire danger if accidentally punctured.

This combined with its rugged design make it the perfect outdoor power supply.

Keep your telescopes, smartphones, tablets, GPS systems, cameras and other USB-powered devices as active as you are with PowerTank Lithium—the ideal outdoor portable-charging solution for your electronic gear.

• Portable power pack for your computerized Celestron telescope using Lithium-Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) chemistry
• Powers your telescope for up to 10 hours
• Smaller, lighter, safer, and easier to maintain than lithium-ion and sealed lead acid designs
• Up to 2000 charge cycles – four times more than lithium-ion and 7 times more than sealed lead-acid designs
• Un-recharged shelf life of up to 10 years – 3 times better than lithium-ion and 10 times better than sealed lead-acid designs
• Environmentally friendly – Does not use toxic heavy metals
• Battery shuts off automatically when insufficient current flow is detected to prevent you from inadvertently draining your battery

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Meade GLASS WHITE-LIGHT SOLAR FILTER #500

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Meade GLASS WHITE-LIGHT SOLAR FILTER #500 - ME629002

Meade’s new glass white-light solar filters are perfect for transforming your telescope into a safe way to view the Sun! This 5" (127mm) Glass White-Light Solar Filter is compatible with Meade's Polaris 90 & StarNavigator NG 90 telescopes.

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Sky-Watcher StarTravel 102 AZ3 Refractor Telescope

$ 305.00 - Sold Out

Sky-Watcher StarTravel 102 AZ3 Refractor Telescope

Sky-Watcher SKU: S10100 | Helix SKU: CTS10100

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Meade SolarMax III 70mm double stack solar telescope with 10mm blocking filter

$ 3,299.00 - Sold Out

Meade SolarMax III 70mm double stack solar telescope with 10mm blocking filter

Meade SKU: 324004 | Helix SKU: ME324004

Overview

Introducing Meade’s new and improved Coronado SolarMax III (SM3) Hydrogen – alpha solar telescopes!

The SolarMax III is a 70mm F/5.7 refractor equipped with 60mm external hydrogen – alpha (H-α) filters. Available in both single-stacked (<0.7Å) and double-stacked (<0.5Å) bandpasses and either 10mm or 15mm blocking filters. What makes the SM3 standout?

The SM3 70mm has a new two-speed rack & pinion focuser which creates a more user-friendly interaction with the telescope. The two-speed, 2” focuser has both coarse and fine focus controls allowing the user to get a more precise focus, critical for both solar imaging and visual observing.

Additionally, the SM3 70mm includes only external “True” H-α etalon filters giving higher contrast views and sharper features compared with models using smaller internal H-α etalon designs. Experience darker backgrounds, sharper features, and higher contrast with the new SolarMax III series telescope.

The SM3 70mm also includes Coronado’s patented RichView tuning allowing direct tuning of the primary etalon filter. The patented RichView tuning technology provides additional tuning range and an overall better way of adjusting the filters bandpass. No other commercially available H-α telescope can provide the tuning range and accuracy of the new SolarMax III telescope. Now you can tune for the highest contrast views of your favorite solar features without sacrificing image quality.

Double Stacked models ((<0.5Å bandpass) include two “True” external etalon filters. One etalon filter equipped with our patented RichView tuner and second etalon with tip-tilt tuning using Coronado’s T-Max tuner. Whether you are focusing on the solar edge or surface features in the chromosphere, the SolarMax III 70mm is the solar scope for you. Since both etalon filters are now external to the telescope, you can easily remove both filters and rear blocking filter diagonal to use the scope as a normal refractor for night time astronomy. It’s like having two scopes in one!

The new Coronado 70mm SolarMax III series telescope with enhanced rack & pinion focuser and large external etalon(s) are now the perfect way to view the Sun! The SM3 70mm comes with an included 18mm CEMAX eyepiece, Sol Ranger™ Solar Finder, Vixen-style dovetail mounting rail, and an all-new black and gold Aluminum Hard Carry Case (Dimensions: 26.5" x 8.66" x 8.66").

This very high quality 70mm solar telescope features an 400mm focal length, f/5.7 focal ratio, 10mm blocking filter, and 60mm external Hydrogen-alpha Etalon double-stack with T-max Tuner. Includes mounting rings, Cemax 18mm eyepiece, Sol Ranger solar finder and black & gold aluminum hard carry case.

FIVE YEAR FACTORY WARRANTY

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Celestron PowerSeeker 70AZ Telescope

$ 99.95 - Sold Out

Celestron PowerSeeker 70AZ Telescope

Celestron SKU: 21036 | Helix SKU: CT21036

Overview

• Quick and easy no-tool setup
• Slow motion controls for smooth tracking
• Erect image optics - Ideal for terrestrial and astronomical use
• Fully coated glass optical components with high transmission coatings for enhanced image brightness and clarity
• 3x Barlow lens triples the magnifying power of each eyepiece
• Accessory tray for convenient storage of accessories
• BONUS Astronomy Software download with a 10,000 object database, printable sky maps and 75 enhanced images

Description

Celestron PowerSeeker telescopes are a great way to open up the wonders of the Universe to the aspiring astronomer. The PowerSeeker series is designed to give the first-time telescope user the perfect combination of quality, value, features and power.

Amateur astronomy is a great family hobby that can be enjoyed year round, and Celestron’s PowerSeekers are the ideal choice for an affordable and high quality telescope that will provide many hours of enjoyment for the entire family.

PowerSeekers are quick and easy to set up – even for the novice. No tools are required for assembly!

Their sturdy equatorial mounts are perfect for tracking objects in the night sky, and the collapsible alt-azimuth mounts are perfectly suited for terrestrial (land) viewing as well as astronomical use.

All of Celestron’s PowerSeekers include a full range of eyepieces plus a 3x Barlow lens that provides an increase in viewing power hundreds of times greater than that of the unaided eye!

PowerSeekers are designed and manufactured using all fully coated glass optical components with high transmission coatings for enhanced image brightness and clarity.

Erect Image Optics are ideal for terretrial (land) and astronomical (sky) use.

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