Explore FirstLight 80mm CF Telescope Go-To Tracker Combo with Solar Filter

Explore FirstLight 80mm Refractor with Solar Filter & iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight Tracker

Take your celestial and solar observations to the next level with the FirstLight 80mm CF Refractor with Solar Filter paired with the iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight Equatorial Tracker System. Whether you're examining the Sun's activity, capturing Saturn's stunning rings, or photographing the ever-changing lunar surface, this comprehensive package is designed for unparalleled versatility, precision, and ease of use.

FirstLight 80mm Refractor – A Versatile Observation Tool

Key Features:

• Precision Optics:

  • 80mm aperture and 640mm focal length (f/8) for sharp, bright views of the Moon, planets, and deep-sky objects like galaxies and nebulae.
  • Fully-coated Crown-and-Flint main objective lens ensures high-quality images.

• Solar Exploration:

  • Includes a professional-grade over-the-lens solar filter made with Thousand Oaks Optical Solarlite Film, offering glass-like clarity with polymer durability. Ideal for studying sunspots, eclipses, and solar transits.

• Astrophotography Ready:

  • Adapter for DSLR cameras (T2 ring required) and a smartphone adapter for capturing stunning celestial images.
  • Oversized 40mm draw tube focuser ensures optimal field illumination.

• Enhanced Viewing Accessories:

  • 25mm fully-coated Plössl eyepiece with 1.95° true field of view for wide-field exploration.
  • 1.25" 90° diagonal and red-dot viewfinder for comfortable viewing and easy object location.

• Durable Design:

  • Rugged metal tube construction with a sleek carbon fiber finish.
  • Built-in dew shield minimizes moisture buildup and reduces stray light interference.

iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight Equatorial Tracker System – Precision Meets Convenience

The iEXOS-100 Equatorial Tracker System delivers exceptional control and tracking for observing and astrophotography:

• Advanced PMC-Eight™ Technology:

  • Eight-core microcontroller ensures unparalleled responsiveness, reliability, and precision.
  • Compatible with ExploreStars app (iOS, Android, Windows) and ASCOM-compliant software for seamless GOTO navigation and remote operation.

• User-Friendly Design:

  • Intuitive ExploreStars app simplifies alignment and celestial navigation with a vast database of celestial objects.
  • Glow-in-the-dark markers, altitude adjustments, and a polar alignment sight hole ensure frustration-free setups.

• German Equatorial Mount:

  • Provides superior stability and precise tracking to eliminate field rotation, making it perfect for astrophotography.
  • Clutched dual-axis worm gears and quiet precision stepper motors ensure smooth operation.

• Portable and Flexible:

  • Compact, lightweight design (9.45 lbs for mount; 5.5 lbs for tripod).
  • Supports up to 19 lbs of combined equipment, allowing for versatile configurations.

Why Choose This Package?

This all-in-one solution combines the lightweight portability of the FirstLight 80mm refractor with the high-tech functionality of the iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight system, making it perfect for beginner and advanced astronomers alike. Whether you're imaging the Sun's dynamic surface or tracking celestial objects through the night sky, this setup ensures precision and ease at every step.

Start your journey through the cosmos and beyond with the FirstLight 80mm CF Refractor and iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight Equatorial Tracker System. Whether observing or capturing the wonders of space, this powerful, versatile package is your gateway to exploration.

Explore the universe today!

Recommended Products:

• iEXOS-100 2.2 Pound Counterweight
• Azimuth Adjuster Adapter
• Medium-Duty Field Tripod
• Heavy-Duty Field Tripod
• USB Power Bank

SPECS

• 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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