Celestron AstroMaster 102 AZ

1. Achromatic Refractor Design: The Celestron AstroMaster 102 AZ is an achromatic refractor telescope, featuring an objective lens that uses two elements to significantly reduce chromatic aberration, delivering sharp, high-contrast images. This design excels in producing clear views of the Moon, planets, and bright deep-sky objects with minimal color fringing, making it ideal for both celestial and terrestrial observations.

2. Quick and Easy Setup: Designed with the beginner in mind, this telescope boasts a tool-free setup process. Its Alt-Azimuth mount allows for intuitive point-and-look operation, making it incredibly easy to navigate the night sky. The quick-release dovetail further simplifies attachment and detachment of the optical tube.

3. Excellent Optical Performance: Equipped with a 102 mm aperture and fully coated glass optics, the AstroMaster 102 AZ gathers ample light to reveal impressive detail on various celestial objects. The included 20 mm and 10 mm eyepieces offer versatile magnification options for different viewing scenarios, ensuring you get the most out of your observations.

4. Portability and Durability: Constructed with a lightweight yet robust optical tube and a sturdy stainless steel tripod, this telescope is highly portable and durable. It’s perfect for backyard astronomy or taking to darker observing sites, providing a stable platform for your viewing sessions for years to come.

ABOUT THE CELESTRON ASTROMASTER 102 AZ

The Celestron AstroMaster 102 AZ stands out in its series as a powerful yet user-friendly achromatic refractor telescope, specifically designed to make astronomy accessible to beginners and casual observers. Its 102 mm (4-inch) aperture provides significantly enhanced light-gathering capability compared to smaller models, allowing for brighter and more detailed views of lunar craters, planetary features like Jupiter's moons and Saturn's rings, and even some nebulae and star clusters. Unlike many entry-level telescopes, the AstroMaster 102 AZ features fully coated glass optics, ensuring superior light transmission and sharper images. The intuitive Alt-Azimuth mount with its convenient panning handle simplifies celestial tracking, making it easy to point and observe without complex alignments. This telescope is an excellent choice for those seeking a balance of optical quality, ease of use, and versatility for both stargazing and daytime terrestrial observations.

ABOUT CELESTRON

Celestron, based in Torrance, California, USA, was founded in 1960 and quickly established itself as a leading innovator in the world of telescopes. The company is renowned for its commitment to bringing the wonders of the universe closer to everyone, from amateur astronomers to seasoned professionals. Celestron is particularly famous for popularizing the Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope design and for pioneering user-friendly computerized (GoTo) mounts. Their product philosophy emphasizes optical excellence, robust construction, and ease of use, making astronomy accessible and enjoyable. Celestron's reputation is built on decades of manufacturing reliable and high-performance optical instruments.

MAIN FEATURES

• Optical Design: Achromatic Refractor, ideal for crisp celestial and terrestrial views.

• Aperture: 102 mm (4 inches), providing excellent light-gathering capabilities for its class.

• Focal Length: 660 mm.

• Focal Ratio: f/6.5, offering a wide field of view.

• Mount Type: Manual Alt-Azimuth (AZ) mount with a panning handle and quick-release dovetail attachment for smooth and precise pointing.

• Eyepieces: Includes two eyepieces (20 mm and 10 mm) for varying magnification.

• Finderscope: StarPointer red dot finderscope for easy object location.

• Diagonal: Erect image diagonal, ensuring correctly oriented views for both astronomical and terrestrial observations.

• Tripod: Full-height, adjustable stainless steel tripod with an accessory tray for stable support.

• Weight: Approximately 6.1 kg (13.5 lbs) for the optical tube and mount/tripod assembly, ensuring portability.

• Intended Use: Designed for beginner astronomers and casual stargazers, excellent for viewing the Moon, planets, and bright deep-sky objects, as well as terrestrial observations.

WARRANTY

This product is covered by a 2-year global warranty that includes defects in materials and manufacturing under normal use.

IN THE BOX

• Celestron AstroMaster 102 AZ Refractor Telescope

• 20 mm Eyepiece

• 10 mm Eyepiece

• StarPointer Red Dot Finderscope

• Erect Image Diagonal

• Adjustable Stainless Steel Tripod with Accessory Tray

• TheSkyX – First Light Edition Astronomy Software (Downloadable)