StellaLyra 8" f/5 M-LRN Newtonian Reflector with 2" Dual-Speed Focuser

StellaLyra 8" f/5 M-LRN Newtonian Reflector with 2" Dual-Speed Focuser

Brief Overview

Discover the StellaLyra 8" f/5 M-LRN Newtonian Reflector, designed for serious astronomy enthusiasts. With its superior optics and compact build, this telescope is ideal for both astrophotography and visual observations. Featuring a high-quality parabolic primary mirror and a robust dual-speed focuser, it ensures precise and smooth focusing for unparalleled clarity and detail.

Key Features

• Optical Quality:
• 200mm (8") aperture
• Parabolic BK7 primary mirror with 93%+ reflectivity
• Silicon-dioxide protective overcoat for long-lasting brightness
• Design and Build:
• 1000mm focal length, f/5 focal ratio
• Sturdy 2" dual-speed Linear Bearing Crayford focuser
• 8x50 straight-through finderscope with multicoated optics
• Included Accessories:
• Metal tube rings
• Vixen-style dovetail mounting plate
• Dust cap

Detailed Description

The StellaLyra 8" f/5 M-LRN Newtonian Reflector is meticulously crafted by Guan Sheng Optical (GSO) in Taiwan, ensuring high standards of quality and performance. With a 200mm aperture and 1000mm focal length, this telescope strikes a balance between powerful light-gathering capabilities and ease of use. Its f/5 focal ratio makes it a versatile choice for both astrophotography and visual observing, while being relatively easier to collimate compared to faster f/4 models.

The telescope features a parabolic primary mirror with enhanced aluminium coating, providing 93%+ reflectivity and a silicon-dioxide overcoat to maintain its brilliance over time. This ensures that every view through the telescope is bright and detailed, from lunar landscapes to distant galaxies.

The dual-speed 2" Linear Bearing Crayford focuser allows for precise focus adjustments, crucial for capturing sharp images whether you’re using an eyepiece or an imaging setup. The included 8x50 finderscope, with fully multicoated optics, helps you locate celestial objects with ease, enhancing your overall stargazing experience.

Designed with convenience in mind, the StellaLyra 8" f/5 M-LRN comes with metal tube rings and a Vixen-style dovetail mounting plate, making it compatible with a wide range of mounts.

For those interested in astrophotography, adding a coma corrector will further optimise the imaging results.

Benefits

• Enhanced Viewing:
• High-quality optics ensure bright and sharp images.
• Versatile Use:
• Suitable for both astrophotography and visual observations.
• Durability:
• Protective coatings ensure long-lasting performance.
• Ease of Use:
• Dual-speed focuser provides smooth and precise adjustments.

Specifications

• Optics:
• Aperture: 200mm (8")
• Focal length: 1000mm
• F-ratio: f/5
• Primary mirror: Parabolic with 94% reflection and Quartz protection coating
• Secondary mirror: 63mm, ideal for APS-C format sensors
• Mechanical:
• Focuser: 2" Dual Speed Linear Bearing with 1.25" adapter and ring clamping
• Backfocus: Roughly 78mm
• Tube diameter: 230mm
• Tube length: 900mm
• Weight:
• Telescope weight with rings and finder: 9kg
• Packing weight: 12.2kg

What's in the Box

• 200mm f/5 Newtonian Optical Tube
• Tube Rings
• Vixen-Style Dovetail
• 8x50 Optical Finder Scope
• Dust Cap

Ready to elevate your stargazing experience? Get started with the StellaLyra 8" f/5 M-LRN Newtonian Reflector today!