Levenhuk Skyline BASE 80T

1. Refractor Optical System: The Levenhuk Skyline BASE 80T features a classic achromatic refractor design, utilizing a lens system to provide crisp, high-contrast images. This construction type is excellent for precise lunar and planetary observations, delivering sharp views with minimal maintenance. The sealed tube design also helps protect the optics from dust, ensuring longevity and consistent performance.

2. Excellent Light Gathering: With an 80mm aperture, this telescope gathers sufficient light to reveal intricate details on the lunar surface, show the glorious phases of Venus, and even resolve some binary stars or brighter deep-sky objects. It’s an ideal instrument for both astronomical and terrestrial viewing, offering versatility for nature enthusiasts.

3. User-Friendly Alt-Azimuth Mount: Mounted on a sturdy alt-azimuth mount, the Skyline BASE 80T offers intuitive point-and-look operation. Moving the telescope simply requires guiding it up-down and left-right, making it exceptionally easy for novice stargazers and children to navigate the night sky without complex tracking mechanisms. The high-quality aluminum tripod ensures minimal vibrations.

4. Comprehensive Accessory Kit: The telescope comes complete with everything needed to start observing right out of the box, including two eyepieces (K10mm and K20mm for varying magnifications), a powerful 3x Barlow lens to triple the magnification of any eyepiece, and a 5x24 optical finderscope for quick target acquisition. This makes the Levenhuk Skyline BASE 80T a highly capable and accessible package.

ABOUT THE LEVENHUK SKYLINE BASE 80T

The Levenhuk Skyline BASE 80T stands out in its series as a powerful yet accessible refractor telescope, designed specifically for beginners and aspiring astronomers. Boasting an 80mm aperture and a 700mm focal length, this instrument adeptly captures detailed views of celestial objects such as the Moon's craters, Jupiter's main cloud bands, and Saturn's rings. Its achromatic optical design ensures sharp, high-contrast images with reduced chromatic aberration, making it highly suitable for both astronomical observations and terrestrial viewing of distant landscapes or wildlife. The telescope features a robust aluminum optical tube and is mounted on a user-friendly alt-azimuth mount, allowing for straightforward, intuitive manual tracking of objects across the sky. Weighing in at a portable size, it’s an ideal companion for backyard stargazing or taking on trips, offering an exceptional balance of performance and ease of use.

ABOUT LEVENHUK

Levenhuk is an American manufacturer of optical instruments and tools such as telescopes, microscopes, binoculars, and magnifiers. Founded in 2002, the company has grown into a leading international brand known for its commitment to high quality and accessible optics. Levenhuk aims to make the wonders of the micro- and macro-cosmos available to everyone, from children to experienced professionals. The brand prides itself on delivering innovative designs alongside traditional optical craftsmanship, offering products that are both reliable and affordable. Levenhuk’s wide range of products are favored globally for their durability, clear optics, and user-friendly features, ensuring a delightful experience for every observer.

MAIN FEATURES

• Optical Design: Achromatic Refractor Telescope

• Aperture: 80 mm

• Focal Length: 700 mm

• Focal Ratio: f/8.75

• Maximum Practical Magnification: 160x

• Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 11.5

• Resolution Threshold: 1.7 arcseconds

• Mount Type: Alt-azimuth

• Optical Tube Material: Durable aluminum

• Eyepiece Barrel Diameter: 1.25 inches (31.75 mm)

• Finderscope: 5x24 optical

• Included Eyepieces: K10mm (70x magnification), K20mm (35x magnification)

• Barlow Lens: 3x

• Tripod: Aluminum, adjustable height with accessory tray

• Intended Use: Ideal for lunar, planetary, and terrestrial observations; suitable for beginner and hobbyist astronomers.

WARRANTY

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

IN THE BOX

• Levenhuk Skyline BASE 80T Telescope

• K10mm eyepiece

• K20mm eyepiece

• 3x Barlow lens

• 5x24 finderscope

• Diagonal mirror

• Aluminum tripod

• User manual

• Warranty card