The Explore FirstLight 80mm Refractor Telescope with iEXOS-100 Go-To Tracker is the perfect blend of portability, power, and intelligent tracking. With a crisp 80mm aperture and high-quality optics, this system delivers stunning views of lunar landscapes, planetary detail, and bright deep sky targets. Paired with the cutting-edge PMC-Eight™ Go-To mount, it allows you to effortlessly find, follow, and capture celestial objects with pinpoint accuracy. Whether you’re a beginner eager to explore or an enthusiast ready to dive into astrophotography, this combo is built to elevate every observing session.

Features

• The iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight™ mount with 8-core architecture delivers accurate object tracking and seamless navigation via the ExploreStars app.
• The 80mm refractor with a 640mm focal length (f/8) reveals impressive detail on the Moon, planets, and deep sky wonders.
• Includes a smartphone adapter and smooth clutched axis system for easy imaging and stable operation.
• Lightweight yet sturdy German equatorial mount supports up to 19 lbs and features glow-in-the-dark markers, dual counterweights, and a polar sight tunnel for fast setup.

Specifications

• Item Number: ES100AZADJ-02
  
• Comes With: Smartphone Adapter One 25 mm Plössl Eyepiece Red Dot Viewfinder Downloadable Software
  
• Magnification: 125x
  
• Focal Length: 640mm focal length
  
• Focal Ratio: f/8
  
• Adapter: 40mm draw tube focuser; 1.25" 90° Diagonal;
  
• Optical Diameter: 80mm
  
• Eyepiece (Included): 25 mm Plössl Mount
  
• Mount head weight: Instrument 9.45 lbs.
  
• Tripod weight: 5.35 lbs.
  
• Tripod fully collapsed, no mount head: 25.5”
  
• Tripod open, retracted legs, no mount head: 25”
  
• Tripod open, retracted legs with the mount head: 38.5” at highest point, 36” to the center of the mounting bracket
  
• Tripod open, legs fully extended, no mount head: 42”
  
• Tripod open, legs fully extended with the mount head: 45” at highest point
  
• Counterweights: 1 kg each
  
• Mount weight capacity: Approx. 9 lbs (equipment weight only),15 lbs Photographic (equipment and counterweights); Approx. 19 lbs Visual (equipment and counterweights)

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