Levenhuk Blitz 80 PLUS Telescope
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Levenhuk Blitz 80 PLUS Telescope

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Levenhuk Blitz 80 PLUS Telescope Product description

  1. Achromatic Refractor Design: The Levenhuk Blitz 80 PLUS features an achromatic refractor optical system, which utilizes a two-element objective lens to significantly reduce chromatic aberration, delivering crisp and clear images with minimal color fringing. This design is highly reliable and requires very little maintenance, making it perfect for both beginners and experienced observers.

  2. Enhanced Optical Performance: With an 80mm aperture and 700mm focal length, this telescope provides strong light-gathering capabilities to reveal detailed views of the Moon's craters, Jupiter's main cloud bands, and Saturn's rings. The multi-coated optics ensure optimal light transmission and contrast for bright, sharp celestial observations.

  3. Stable Alt-Azimuth Mount: The telescope is equipped with a robust alt-azimuth mount, allowing for intuitive and smooth movement across both horizontal and vertical axes. This user-friendly mount is ideal for tracking celestial objects with ease and also excels in terrestrial observations, providing a versatile viewing experience.

  4. Comprehensive Accessory Kit: This model comes complete with a versatile array of accessories, including two eyepieces for varying magnifications (20mm and 10mm), a 2x Barlow lens to double the power, a 90° diagonal mirror for comfortable viewing angles, and a 5x24 optical finderscope for easy target acquisition. An adjustable aluminum tripod with an accessory tray ensures stable observations.

ABOUT THE LEVENHUK BLITZ 80 PLUS TELESCOPE

The Levenhuk Blitz 80 PLUS Telescope stands out in its series as a powerful yet user-friendly achromatic refractor, offering an exceptional balance of optical performance and ease of use. Designed primarily for visual astronomy, it is an excellent choice for beginners eager to explore the night sky and observe celestial bodies like the Moon, planets, and brighter deep-sky objects. Its 80mm aperture allows for significant light gathering, providing remarkably clear and bright images without the need for frequent collimation, a common requirement for mirror-based telescopes. The telescope's tube is constructed from durable aluminum alloy, safeguarding the precision optics. This instrument's ability to minimize chromatic aberration, thanks to its quality optical elements, means observers can enjoy high-contrast views of lunar landscapes and planetary details, making it a versatile tool for both astronomical and terrestrial observations.

ABOUT LEVENHUK

Levenhuk, founded in 2002, is a leading international manufacturer of optical equipment, tools, and accessories. Based in North America, Europe, and Asia, the company is renowned for its wide range of quality optical products, including telescopes, microscopes, binoculars, and spotting scopes. Levenhuk's philosophy centers on making the wonders of the micro- and macrocosm accessible to everyone, from beginners to experienced users. They are particularly known for their commitment to user-friendly designs and robust construction, ensuring durability and ease of operation across their product lines. Levenhuk has established a strong reputation for providing reliable and effective optical solutions at an affordable price point.

MAIN FEATURES

  • Optical Design: Achromatic refractor telescope

  • Aperture: 80 mm

  • Focal Length: 700 mm

  • Focal Ratio: f/8.75

  • Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 11.5

  • Resolution Threshold (Dawes): 1.45 arcseconds

  • Eyepiece Diameter: 1.25 inches

  • Mount Type: Alt-azimuth

  • Tripod: Adjustable aluminum tripod

  • Light-Gathering Power: 131x (compared to the human eye)

  • Tube Material: Aluminum alloy

WARRANTY

This product is covered by a 10-year global warranty that includes defects in materials and manufacturing under normal use.

IN THE BOX

  • Levenhuk Blitz 80 PLUS Telescope optical tube

  • 20mm eyepiece (1.25 inches)

  • 10mm eyepiece (1.25 inches)

  • 2x Barlow lens

  • 90° diagonal mirror

  • 5x24 optical finderscope

  • Alt-azimuth mount

  • Aluminum tripod with accessory tray

  • User manual

General properties

Manufacturer Levenhuk
Telescope series Levenhuk Blitz
Made in China
Warranty 2 years
SKU 77110

Optical properties

Optical design Refracting telescope
Lowest useful magnification. 11.40 x
Highest useful magnification. 160.00 x
Optical tube diameter 80
Aperture. 80.00 mm
Focal length. 900.00 mm
Focal ratio. CHF 10.49
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 4
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 225
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2 12.5
Magnification of Eyepiece 2 72
Focal Length of Eyepiece 3 20
Magnification of Eyepiece 3 45
Light gathering power. 130.00 x
Limitting stellar magnitude. CHF 10.83
Resolution Rayleigh. 1.72 Arc seconds
Resolution Dawes. 1.45 Arc seconds

Recording properties

Image Capture No
Photo adapter No

Mounting properties

Mount type of build Equatorial
Tripod adaptable Yes
Tripod type Adjustable
Tripod material Aluminium
Minimal height. 670.00 mm
Maximal height. 1230.00 mm

Navigation properties

Stellar navigation software -
GoTo Control No
GoTo Language -
GoTo control interfaces -
Alignment method Manual align
GPS No
Tracking Yes
Tracking rates -
Tracking Modes Manual
Slow motion controls yes, both axes
Slew Speed Manual
Communication Ports -
Computer hand control No

Physical properties

Power Supply -
Lens coating Anti-reflection
Focuser Type 1.25" Rack and pinion
Eyepiece barrel diameter 1.25'' / 31.75 mm
Eyepiece angle 90°
Barlow lens 3x
Bubble level No
Total kit weight. 6.00 kg
Color Black

Special features

Finderscope 5x24
Recommended for Beginners
Suitable for observing Moon, Planets, Terrestrial

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