Product detail

The venerable Dobsonian reflector design has recently undergone some important upgrades and improvements: SkyWatcher is pleased to introduce the all-new Collapsible Dobsonian complete with Crayford focuser – the ultimate in large aperture portability and performance. This elegant truss tube design was carefully engineered to combine ease of use, extreme portability and consistent performance in an affordable package. Unlike other truss tube designs, the SkyWatcher Collapsible Dobsonian does not need to be disassembled between uses. It transports as two compact pieces that can be assembled and ready to use in just seconds! It is easy to collimate once set up, and it holds its collimation throughout the evening! The bearing system has been redesigned as well. The new SkyWatcher Collapsible Dobsonians feature buttery smooth azimuth bearings. Even the twelve-inch model can be rotated with just the push of a finger. Like our traditional Dobsonians, the new Collapsible Dobsonians feature SkyWatcher’s patented tension adjustment control on the altitude bearings. This eliminates the need and added cost of clumsy counterweight systems to balance the telescope.

Specifications:

Diameter 254mm
Focal Length 1200mm
Scondary Mirror Diameter 58mm
F/ratio: F/5
Finderscope 8X50 right angle finderscope
Focuser diameter 53mm
Diagonal included
Eyepiece(s) 1.25” Super 25 and 10
Mount Type Dobsonian
Slow-motion Control
Piggyback Bracket
Accessory Tray
Ground Board Diameter 520×740
Ground Board Weight(s) 12.5Kgs
Tube Weight 15Kgs