Celestron - AstroMaster LT 60AZ 700mm Refractor Telescope - Silver
- General
- Product Name: AstroMaster LT 60AZ 700mm Refractor Telescope
- Brand: Celestron
- Model Number: 21073
- Color: Silver
- Additional Dimensions
- Optical Tube Dimension Diameter: 60 millimeters
- Objective Lens Diameter: 60 millimeters (Generally, the larger the diameter of the objective lens, the greater the light-collecting power and the brighter images will appear.)
- Dimensions
- Product Weight: 13 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Compatibility
- Computerized Star Locator Compatible: false
- Included
- Computerized Star Locator Included: false
- Eyepieces Included: 2 eyepieces: 10mm, 20mm
- Tripod Included: true
- Case Included: false
- USB Cable Included: false
- Performance
- Water Resistant: false (Resists some degree of water penetration.)
- Power
- Battery Size: Other (The battery size required for operation.)
- 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.)
- Indicator Light(s): false
- Mount Type: Manual alt-azimuth
- Tripod Mountable: Yes
- Imaging
- Magnification: 142 times
- Exposure Control
- Focal Length: 700 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
- Assembly Required: Partial
- UPC: 050234210737
The clutch-equipped altazimuth mount offered by this Celestron AstroMaster LT 60AZ 21073 telescope makes it easy to modify its pointing direction quickly and accurately. Target objects before you observe using the StarPointer finderscope.
- 8.57-142x power magnification: To help bring astronomical objects within sight.
- Built-in StarPointer finderscope: Helps highlight the subjects you are viewing.
- Altazimuth mount with panhandle control: Along with a steel tripod and dovetail attachment to make setting up and positioning the telescope a snap, without the need for installation tools.
- 60mm diameter: Along with a refractor optical design for improved visibility.
- SkyX First Light Edition software: Features a 10,000-object database, printable sky maps and 75 enhanced images to help you make the most of your stargazing experience.
- 700mm focal length; f/12 focal ratio: For clarity and precision.
- Fully coated optics: Deliver high light transmission for a detailed view.
- Accessory tray: Makes it easy to keep telescope peripherals within reach.
Whats Included
- Celestron AstroMaster LT 60AZ 700mm Telescope
- SkyX First Light Edition software CD-ROM
- Steel tripod, altazimuth mount
- 10mm and 20mm eyepieces
- Accessory tray
- Owner's manual
Q: What kind of objects can be seen using this telescope?
A: You can view craters on the moon, Jupiter and its four brightest moons, Saturn's rings, star clusters and bright nebulae. The views are even better from a dark sky site away from city light pollution.
Q: IS THIS GOOD FOR A 15 YR. OLD ?
A: The AstroMaster LT 60AZ telescope is an ideal entry-level telescope for the budding astronomer. A 15 year old can easily transport and use the telescope to view the Moon's craters, Jupiter's four brightest moons, Saturn's rings, and numerous other bright, celestial objects.
