StellaLyra 8" f/6 Dobsonian

StellaLyra 8" f/6 Dobsonian Telescope

Elevate Your Stargazing Experience with one of the best 8" Dobsonians in the UK

Imagine a night under the stars where the moon’s craters feel just an arm's length away. The StellaLyra 8" f/6 Dobsonian telescope transforms such moments into reality, offering an unparalleled view of the cosmos for astronomy enthusiasts.

Why Choose StellaLyra 8" f/6 Dobsonian?

Crafted with precision by Guan Sheng Optical (GSO) in Taiwan, this telescope combines quality and ease of use, making it a top choice for both novice and seasoned stargazers.

Explore the Universe Like Never Before

• Stunning Lunar Views: The moon’s surface appears so detailed, it's as though you could touch it.
• Planetary Wonders: Witness Venus's phases, Mars's surface features, Jupiter's dynamic weather bands, and Saturn’s majestic rings, including the Cassini division.
• Deep Sky Marvels: Explore galaxies and nebulae with clarity and depth that will leave you in awe.

High-Performance Optics

• 8" Aperture: Allows for impressive light-gathering power, enhancing visibility of celestial objects.
• Parabolic Primary Mirror: With 93% reflectivity and a silicon-dioxide protective overcoat, ensuring bright images for years to come.
• Easy Collimation: Adjust without tools, thanks to primary mirror cell collimation knobs and an integrated cooling fan for fast mirror cooling.

Precision and Comfort

• Dual-Speed Crayford Focuser: Smooth 10:1 fine focus adjustment for precise clarity, compatible with 2" and 1.25" eyepieces.
• Stable Mount: The solid Dobsonian base ensures smooth azimuth adjustments with durable roller bearings, preventing wear over time.
• Altitude Adjustments: Large knurled knobs allow effortless tension adjustments, and the balance adjustment mechanism ensures perfect stability.

Included Accessories

• Versatile Eyepieces: Comes with a 9mm 1.25" Super-Plossl and a 30mm 2" SuperView eyepiece for clear, sharp views.
• Right-Angled Finderscope: An 8x50 finderscope ensures comfortable star tracking without neck strain.
• Focus Extender and Adapter: 35mm focus extension tube and a 2" to 1.25" adapter included for additional versatility.

Easy Assembly

The Dobsonian mount arrives flat-packed and is easy to assemble, ensuring you spend less time setting up and more time observing the night sky. 

Summary

The StellaLyra 8" f/6 Dobsonian is more than just a telescope; it’s your gateway to the wonders of the universe. Its high-quality construction, user-friendly design, and exceptional optical performance make it a must-have for any astronomy enthusiast.

Discover the cosmos with unparalleled clarity and detail. Experience the night sky like never before. Choose StellaLyra.

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Product Specifications

• Model: 8" f/6 Dobsonian
• Optical Design: Newtonian Reflector
• Aperture: 203mm (8")
• Focal Length: 1200mm
• Focal Ratio: f/5.9
• Primary Mirror: BK7 Parabolic, 93% reflectivity
• Mirror Coatings: Aluminium and silicone dioxide (SiO2)
• Secondary Mirror: Minimum 93% reflectivity
• Focuser: 2" dual-speed Crayford with 10:1 fine focus
• Mount: Dobsonian with tension clutch control
• Finderscope: Right Angled, 8x50
• Eyepieces:
• 9mm 1.25" Super-Plossl, 52º field of view
• 30mm 2" Superview, 68º field of view
• Accessories:
• 35mm 2" focus extension tube
• 2" to 1.25" eyepiece adapter
• 12v battery holder for cooling fan
• Dimensions:
• Tube Diameter: 230mm / 9.1"
• Tube Length: 1150mm / 45.3"
• Tube Weight: 9.5kg / 20lbs 15oz
• Mount Base Height: 600mm / 23.6"
• Mount Base Diameter: 500mm / 19.7"
• Mount Base Weight: 12.1kg / 26lb 10oz
• Shipping:
• OTA Size: 128cm x 40cm x 35cm / 50.4" x 15.7" x 13.8"
• Base Size: 58cm x 68cm x 14cm / 22.3" x 26.8" x 5.5"
• OTA Weight: 15kg / 33lbs 1oz
• Base Weight: 13.5kg / 29lbs 12oz

Uncover the stellar beauty of the universe with the StellaLyra 8" f/6 Dobsonian telescope—where precision meets passion.