Celestron – PowerSeeker 114EQ Telescope – Manual German Equatorial Telescope for Beginners – Compact and Portable – Bonus Astronomy Software Package – 114mm Aperture
Description
Whether you’re an amateur astronomer or becoming more
comfortable with using a telescope, you’ll love the technology and user-
friendly features packed into Celestron’s PowerSeeker Newtonian Reflector
telescope. The Celestron PowerSeeker 114EQ is a powerful yet easy-to-use
telescope. Our PowerSeeker Series telescopes for astronomy beginners have been
designed with a combination of value, quality, power, and user-friendly
features. They are built to enhance the experience for beginners but are also
exceptional for mid-level experienced astronomers. This 114EQ telescope
features powerful magnification and easy-to-use controls that allow users to
obtain crisp views of the Moon, the rings of Saturn, and Jupiter’s Galilean
moons. The telescope’s sturdy and durable German Equatorial mount and slow-
motion rod deliver smooth and accurate pointing. Move the slow-motion altitude
rod in an up/down fashion to pinpoint and track your object. The 3x Barlow
lens is added to triple the magnification power of the included 20mm and 4mm
eyepieces. We’ve included an accessory tray to store accessories conveniently
and a free download of our BONUS Starry Night Basic Edition astronomy software
with information on 36,000 celestial objects, printable sky maps, and more.
The software can be used on your Mac, PC or laptop. It’s the best way to learn
about the night sky and plan your next observing session. Additional
accessories include a tripod. You can purchase this Celestron telescope with
confidence from the world’s 1 telescope brand, based in California since
1960. You’ll also receive a 2-year warranty and unlimited access to technical
support from our team of US-based experts. Tom Johnson founded Celestron in
1960 after building a telescope to share the night sky with his sons. Since
then, Celestron has established itself as the world’s 1 telescope brand.
Celestron telescopes are used by scientists in world-class research
observatories and even aboard the International Space Station. From the
Manufacturer Celestron PowerSeeker telescopes are a great way to open up the
wonders of the Universe to the aspiring astronomer. The PowerSeeker series is
designed to give the first-time telescope user the perfect combination of
quality, value, features and power. Amateur astronomy is a great family hobby
that can be enjoyed year round, and Celestron’s PowerSeekers are the ideal
choice for families looking for an affordable and high quality telescope that
will provide many hours of enjoyment for children and adults alike.
PowerSeekers are quick and easy to set up – even for the novice. No tools are
required for assembly!Their sturdy equatorial mounts are perfect for tracking
objects in the night sky, and the collapsible alt-azimuth mounts are perfectly
suited for terrestrial (land) viewing as well as astronomical use. All of
Celestron’s PowerSeekers include a full range of eyepieces plus a 3x Barlow
lens that provides an increase in viewing power hundreds of times greater than
that of the unaided eye! PowerSeekers are designed and manufactured using all
fully coated glass optical components with high transmission coatings for
enhanced image brightness and clarity. Erect Image Optics are ideal for
terretrial (land) and astronomical (sky) use.
Features:
- PERFECT ENTRY-LEVEL TELESCOPE: The Celestron PowerSeeker 114EQ is an easy-to-use and powerful telescope. This 114mm Newtonian Reflector offers enough light gathering ability to see planets, the Moon's craters, distant stars, the Orion Nebula, and more.
- MANUAL GERMAN EQUATORIAL MOUNT: With its slow-motion altitude rod, the German Equatorial mount allows you to navigate the sky with ease. Find celestial objects quickly and follow them smoothly & accurately as they appear to drift across the night sky.
- COMPACT AND PORTABLE: The ideal telescope for adults and kids to use together, the PowerSeeker is compact, lightweight, and portable. Take it to your favorite campsite, a dark sky observing site, or simply the backyard.
- MULTIPLE ACCESSORIES: The Celestron PowerSeeker 114EQ Telescope comes with 2 quality eyepieces (20mm and 4mm) plus a 3x Barlow lens to triple the power of each. You'll also receive a FREE download of one of the top-rated astronomy software programs.
- UNBEATABLE WARRANTY & SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from Celestron, a leading telescope brand in California since 1960. Your purchase includes a 2-Year US Warranty and unlimited support from our team of US-based experts.
Product Details:
- Brand: Celestron
- Model Name: 21045
- Optical Tube Length: 21 Inches
- Eye Piece Lens Description: Barlow
- Objective Lens Diameter: 114 Millimeters
- Telescope Mount Description: Equatorial Mount
- Product Dimensions: 37"D x 16"W x 10"H
- Focus Type: Manual Focus
- Finderscope: Reflex
- Item Weight: 8.62 Kilograms
- Optical Tube Length: 21 Inches
- Eye Piece Lens Description: Barlow
- Objective Lens Diameter: 114 Millimeters
- Telescope Mount Description: Equatorial Mount
- Focus Type: Manual Focus
- Finderscope: Reflex
- Lens Coating Description: Fully Coated
- Brand: Celestron
- Model Name: 21045
- Product Dimensions: 37"D x 16"W x 10"H
- Item Weight: 8.62 Kilograms