Astronomical Telescope Model no. D150
Eventually, the time comes in every amateur astronomer’s life when he or she says, “I want a telescope that will not only show the dust lanes in the Andromeda Galaxy or the gaseous tendrils of the Orion Nebula, but also brings out eye-popping detail of the Moon and planets. I want a scope that, for once, will blow me away when I look in the eyepiece!” Prepare to be amazed with our newly designed D150 reflector. It's got a full 6" (150mm) primary mirror, which gathers 44% more light than a 5". Observe the Messier Catalog and a host of other deep-sky objects with the reach of this scope! And if you're into the Moon |
| and planets, D150's 1200mm focal length (f/8) gives you the appropriate image scale to resolve the finest detail. |
SKYQUEST XT6 Classic Dobsonian Reflector
D=150 / F=1200mm parabolic reflector
This Acclaimed Scope Combines Quality Optics with a Stable Mount.
Affordable, powerful, and easy to use, our highly acclaimed SkyQuest XT6 is a great choice for beginners seeking an exceptionally capable telescope that's also nicely portable.
Its 150mm-diameter, 1200mm focal length parabolic primary mirror gets the goods, rendering excellent images of deep-space objects as well as high-power views of solar system attractions.
It's a hands-on scope that is a joy to use -- uncomplicated, stable, and a snap to set up and take down. The tube is equipped with a 1.25" aluminum focuser and a navigation knob for easy slewing, plus a finder scope and two Sirius Plössl eyepieces. You also get an eyepiece rack, quick-collimation cap, and hard dust cap.
The piéce de résistance is the stalwart Alt-azimuth mount is just as sturdy as the venerable imported mounts in its class, but at half the price! The D150 is designed especially for those who are seriously committed to exploring the universe. But that describes you, doesn’t it?
Optical Specifications
Type Reflector.......Multicoated optics
Diameter 150mm
Focal Length/ F Ratio 1200mm, f/8.0
Magnification (w/ included eyepieces) 48x, 120x
Highest theoretical magnification 354x
Accessories & Additional Features
Eyepieces 25.0mm, 10.0mm
Finder Scope 6x30
Focuser 1.25" Rack-and-pinion
Diagonal N/A
Optional Electronic Drive N/A
Other Features , Eyepiece Rack
Physical Parameters
Mount type Dobsonian
Tripod Wood
Weight, assembled 34 lbs. 06 oz.
Tube Length 45.5 in.