Celestron PowerSeeker 70EQ teleskop

The Celestron PowerSeeker 70EQ is a refractor telescope designed for beginners and hobbyists. It features a 70mm aperture and a 700mm focal length, providing clear views of celestial objects such as the Moon, planets, and bright deep-sky objects. The equatorial mount allows for smooth tracking of objects as they move across the night sky.

Advantages

Easy to set up and use, the PowerSeeker 70EQ offers excellent value for money. Its equatorial mount is ideal for learning the basics of astronomical tracking. The included accessories, such as eyepieces and a finderscope, enhance the observing experience.

Suitable for

• Beginner astronomers
• Stargazing enthusiasts
• Educational purposes
• Terrestrial viewing (with erect image diagonal)

Key specifications

• Optical design: Refractor
• Aperture: 70 mm
• Focal length: 700 mm
• Focal ratio: f/10
• Mount type: Equatorial
• Highest useful magnification: 165x
• Lowest useful magnification: 10x
• Limiting stellar magnitude: 11.7
• Resolution (Rayleigh): 1.99 arcseconds
• Resolution (Dawes): 1.66 arcseconds
• Light gathering power: 100x (compared to unaided eye)
• Finderscope: 5x24
• Eyepieces: 20 mm (35x), 4 mm (175x)
• Barlow lens: 3x
• Accessories: Star diagonal, tripod

Recommendations

For best results, use the telescope in a dark location away from city lights. Allow the telescope to acclimate to outdoor temperatures for optimal performance. Start with the lowest magnification eyepiece to locate objects, then switch to higher magnification for detailed views.