Astro Essentials 50mm Guidescope / Finderscope

Astro Essentials 50mm Guidescope / Finderscope – Compact and Lightweight Guiding Solution

Brief Overview

The Astro Essentials 50mm Guidescope / Finderscope is the ideal compact and lightweight solution for astronomy enthusiasts looking to enhance their guiding experience. Designed for short to medium focal length imaging systems, this versatile scope ensures precise alignment and a wide field of view, making it a must-have for both amateur and seasoned astronomers.

Key Features

• Wide Field of View (FOV)
• 50mm Aperture, Fast f/4 Focal-Ratio
• 200mm Focal Length
• Fully Multicoated Anti-Reflection Optics
• 1.25" Push Fit & T2 Connections
• Smooth Helical Focuser for Fine Focusing
• Compression Ring Eyepiece Clamp
• 90mm Long, 34mm Dovetail Mounting Bar
• Adjustable Guide Rings with Nylon-Tipped Thumbscrews
• Dual-Use as Guide Scope or Finderscope
• Weighs Around 600g

Detailed Description

The Astro Essentials 50mm Guidescope / Finderscope is expertly crafted for those seeking a high-quality guiding solution without the bulk. Its 50mm aperture and fast f/4 focal-ratio ensure a bright and wide field of view, making star tracking more efficient and accurate. The scope features fully multicoated, anti-reflection optics that provide sharp and clear images.

This guidescope is compatible with most guide cameras thanks to its flexible 1.25-inch push-fit and T2 connections. The smooth helical focuser provides precise fine focusing, while the sliding mechanism allows for efficient coarse focusing, giving users full control over their observations. The compression ring eyepiece clamp ensures your camera or eyepieces are securely held without damage.

The 90mm long dovetail mounting bar fits most Synta/Sky-Watcher-style finder shoes and clamps, ensuring easy and secure attachment. The included 3-point adjustment rings with nylon-tipped thumbscrews enable precise alignment with your imaging scope. Whether used as a guidescope or a high-quality finderscope with an appropriate 1.25" eyepiece, the Astro Essentials 50mm Guidescope is versatile and reliable.

Benefits

• Ease of Use: The push-fit and T2 connections make it easy to attach and detach guide cameras.
• Versatility: Can be used as both a guide scope and a finderscope.
• Precision: Smooth helical focuser and adjustable guide rings ensure accurate alignment and focusing.
• Durability: Robust construction with anti-reflection optics for long-lasting performance.

Specifications

• Aperture: 50mm
• Focal Ratio: f/4
• Focal Length: 200mm
• Optics: Fully multicoated anti-reflection
• Connections: 1.25" push fit & T2
• Focuser: Smooth helical for fine focusing, sliding mechanism for coarse focusing
• Mounting Bar: 90mm long, 34mm dovetail
• Weight: Around 600g

What's in the Box

• Astro Essentials 50mm Guidescope / Finderscope
• 3-point adjustment rings with nylon-tipped thumbscrews
• 34mm dovetail mounting bar
• Lens caps

Enhance your stargazing and astrophotography sessions with the Astro Essentials 50mm Guidescope / Finderscope. Get yours today and experience precise and effortless guiding!