BRESSER Messier AR-102S/600 EXOS-2 GoTo Telescope

BRESSER Messier AR-102S/600 EXOS-2 GoTo Telescope

Product Highlights

• Solid equatorial mounted 102mm achromat with GoTo Mount
• Achromatic refractor + equatorial GoTo mount
• • Diameter (D): 102mm
  • Focal length (F): 600mm
  • F-ratio: F/5.9
• Equatorial EXOS-2 GoTo mount with motors + Startracker handbox
• • Precision mount with ball bearings in all axes
  • Polar finder scope with optional illumination
• Included
• • Messier AR-102s
  • EXOS-2 GoTo
  • Accessories
• Modern GoTo-system with large matrix-display
• Suitable for night and solar observation
• Aperture Solar-filter and smartphone adapter for celestial navigation included
• Excellent HEXAFOC focuser with 65mm diameter
• Cradle rings with handle and camera holder included

Product Information

Introducing the NEW BRESSER Messier AR-102S/600 EXOS-2 GoTo Telescope, now featuring a high-quality aperture Solar-filter. This telescope is perfect for both night and solar observation.

Ambitious beginners and advanced observers alike will be thrilled by the brightest objects outside our solar system with the BRESSER Messier AR-102. Witness the details in the Great Orion Nebula from an astonishing distance of 1,500 light-years (14.2 trillion km)! The rock-solid mount provides a stable view even at high magnifications, setting new standards in this price range. Thanks to the sophisticated mount, you can also start taking photographs of the moon, planets, and deep sky objects. You will never want to part with the BRESSER Messier AR-102S.

Optical Characteristics

• Optical Design: Refractor telescope
• Lens Diameter: 102mm
• Focal Length: 600mm
• F-ratio: F/5.9
• Maximum Recommended Magnification: 204x
• High-quality and light-gathering achromatic objective lens
• Modern multi-coating of the lenses for a bright and high-contrast image
• Robust aluminium tube construction
• Very high-quality Hexafoc focuser with 2.5" free inner diameter
• 6x30 viewfinder with crosshair eyepiece; optimised finder mount for comfortable viewing
• 31.7mm (1.25") zenith mirror
• Hand grip for comfortable transport with integrated camera holder
• Prism rail with stainless steel clamping surface (44mm universal dovetail for GP/EQ5/LXD75)
• 50.8 to 31.7mm adapter with integrated T2 adapter (optional T2 ring required)
• Smartphone adapter for celestial navigation included
• Telescope for night and solar observing

Mount Characteristics

• Stable parallactic mount with fine drive in both axes
• Ball bearings in both axes for more precise movements
• Stable height-adjustable stainless steel tripod (Min. 69cm / Max. 109.5cm)
• Load capacity up to 13 kg payload
• Circular bubble for easy horizontal alignment
• GoTo Mount with motors and hand box controller
• Facilitates easy finding and guiding of the moon, planets, stars, and more
• ST-4 compatible autoguider interface
• Pole height scale for setting the latitude
• Scaled graduated circular rings to facilitate finding objects using a star atlas or planetarium software
• Pole finder scope with optional illumination (item no. 4964212)
• Tripod Weight: 4.7 kg
• Mount Weight: 6.7 kg (without counterweight)
• Total Weight incl. Counterweight: 15.9 kg
• Batteries: Not included

Scope of Delivery

• Optical tube
• 26mm Super Plössl eyepiece (31.7mm / 1.25")
• 31.7mm (1.25") zenith mirror
• Integrated 31.7 mm and T2 adapter
• Prism rail with stainless steel clamping surface (44mm universal dovetail for GP/EQ5/LXD75)
• 6x30 viewfinder
• Rotatable star chart
• Lens solar filter
• Tube clamps with carrying handle and camera mount
• Smartphone adapter for celestial navigation
• Astronomy PC software Stellarium (via download)
• Equatorial EXOS 2 GOTO mount and Startracker handheld computer
• Stainless steel tube field tripod with accessory tray
• 1 x 4.5 kg counterweight

Additional Information

• Colour: White
• Finderscope: 6 x 30 mm
• Fine Movements: Electric (RA and DEC)
• Focus Group [Telescopes]: Advanced Amateurs, Beginners
• Focusing System: 2.5" Hexafoc
• Material: Aluminium
• Material Tripod: Stainless Steel
• Mount Type [Telescopes]: German/Equatorial Mount with GoTo
• Optical Design: Achromatic Refractor
• Product Family [Telescopes]: Refractor telescope
• Type of Coating: MgF2 coating

Conclusion

The BRESSER Messier AR-102S/600 EXOS-2 GoTo Telescope stands out as a remarkable choice for both novice and advanced astronomers. Its combination of a robust equatorial mount, powerful refractor optics, and advanced GoTo capabilities ensures both ease of use and precision. The modern multi-coated lenses and high-quality construction deliver bright, crisp images of celestial objects, making it suitable for detailed observations and astrophotography. Additionally, the inclusion of accessories such as the aperture solar-filter and smartphone adapter enhances its versatility. Whether you are exploring the night sky or observing solar phenomena, the BRESSER Messier AR-102S guarantees an exceptional astronomical experience.