Universalfun - 70mm HD Refractor Telescope for Kids & Beginners with Erect Image Diagonal & Tripod, Ages 8+ - Black
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- General
- Brand: Universalfun
- Model Number: SD882
- Product Name: Universalfun 70mm HD Refractor Telescope for Kids & Beginners with Erect Image Diagonal & Tripod, Ages 8+, Black
- Color: Black
- Assembly Required: Partial
- Recommended Minimum Age: 8 years
- Additional Dimensions
- Optical Tube Dimension Length: 115 millimeters
- Optical Tube Dimension Diameter: 50 millimeters
- Objective Lens Diameter: 70 millimeters (Generally, the larger the diameter of the objective lens, the greater the light-collecting power and the brighter images will appear.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 53.94 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 5.12 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 23.62 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 6 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Compatibility
- Computerized Star Locator Compatible: false
- Included
- Computerized Star Locator Included: false
- Eyepieces Included: 1
- Erect-Image Optics Included: true (Provides an image that appears right-side up through means of mirrors and/or compound prism elements.)
- Lens Cap Included: true
- Operation Manual Included: true
- Case Included: false
- USB Cable Included: false
- Material
- Material: ABS + Alloy
- Performance
- Water Resistant: false (Resists some degree of water penetration.)
- Features
- Computerized Hand Control: false
- Magnification Type: Variable (Variable magnification indicates the presence of a zoom function on the device, but fixed magnification cannot be adjusted by the user.)
- Optical Design: Refractor (There are three primary optical designs for telescopes: refractor, reflector, or catadioptric. Refractors use lenses, reflectors use mirror(s), and catadioptric telescopes use a combination of both to form images.)
- Electronic Red-Dot Projection Viewfinder: false (Locate astronomical objects more easily by using the electronic red-dot viewfinder, which shows unmagnified upright images. Wherever the telescope is pointed, a red dot or other symbol appears on the projection screen to help the user locate and focus on targets.)
- Indicator Light(s): false
- Mount Type: Manual alt-azimuth
- Tripod Mountable: Built-in
- Integrated Digital Camera: false
- Multi-Coated Optics: true (Multiple lens surfaces are coated and/or have multiple layers of thin films applied to each. Generally, more lens coatings provide higher levels of light transmission, contrast, and color clarity.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 30 Day Limited Manufacturer Warranty Against Defects
- Imaging
- Magnification: 60 times
- Image Stabilization: false (This feature helps reduce image/video blur or distortion that may occur from unsteady motion.)
- Exposure Control
- Focal Ratio: f/10 (Measurement of the device's optic "speed," calculated by dviding focal length by aperture. The smaller (faster) the f/number, the lower the magnification, wider the field of view, and brighter the image - good for low power observing and deep space photography. Larger (slower) f/numbers are better suited for high power lunar and planetary viewing.)
- Focal Length: 500 millimeters (The distance from an optical device's primary lens or mirror to the point where light rays come together in a single focused point, used to determine a device's magnifying power.)
- Other
- Battery Chemistry: Not battery powered
- Motor Drive System: N/A (There are two main types of motorized drive systems for telescopes: single-axis, which consists of a single motor/driver attached to the right-ascension axis of the mount, and dual-axis, which consists of two motors and a driver attached to both axes of the mount. Single-axis systems are typically sufficient for casual observing, while dual-axis systems provide more control for advanced use.)
- Telescope Class: Refractor
- UPC: 6972662683997
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- A REAL TELESCOPE AT A REAL STARTER PRICE: Unlike the plastic toy scopes that promise the moon and deliver blurry blobs, this 70mm aluminum-alloy refractor uses real optical-grade glass to deliver sharp, bright views; the kind of "I actually see craters!" moment that turns casual curiosity into a real love for astronomy, all at an affordable beginner-friendly price.
- WORKS AT NIGHT AND DURING THE DAY: The built-in erect image diagonal (zenith mirror) flips the view right-side up, so this isn't just a night-sky telescope. Kids can use it for daytime birdwatching, watching wildlife from the porch, and viewing distant landscapes from a balcony or campsite; twice as useful as a typical astronomy scope, and twice as likely to actually get used.
- POWERFUL ENOUGH TO SEE THE MOON, PLANETS & STARS: The 70mm large-aperture objective lens gathers significantly more light than entry-level toy telescopes, delivering bright, detailed views of lunar craters, nearby planet surfaces, and brighter star clusters, not just dots in the dark.
- DURABLE ALUMINUM ALLOY CONSTRUCTION: The high-quality aluminum alloy tube is built to last through years of curiosity (and the occasional bump or backyard tumble), while staying lightweight enough to carry from the bedroom to the backyard to the campsite without being a hassle.
- TRIPOD THAT GROWS WITH YOUR CHILD: The adjustable aluminum tripod extends up to 53 inches (1.35 meters) with a quick buckle-style height lock, so it works whether your astronomer is 8 years old or 15. The 360° rotating pan-and-tilt mount lets kids smoothly track moving objects across the sky without jerky adjustments.
Whats Included
- Telescope, 70mm objective lens, erect image diagonal (zenith mirror), eyepiece(s) [need to confirm with supplier], aluminum tripod with storage tray
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| There were no pros for this product— | There were no pros for this product— | There were no pros for this product— | Ease of use, Quality, Moon Viewing, Size, Assembly |
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| There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | Tripod Stability, Focus, Instructions, Magnification, Weight |
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