Levenhuk Skyline PRO 127 MAK Telescope
Levenhuk Skyline PRO 127 MAK telescope is the most powerful catadioptric (mirror lens) telescope in the Skyline PRO series. It combines high image quality and small pipe dimensions - the hallmarks of the Maksutov-Cassegrain scheme. Large focal length and aperture determine its “planetary” specialization. The telescope is able to show details of the structure of the atmospheric belts on Jupiter, gaps in the rings of Saturn, the most noticeable formations on Mars, many large and small craters and hills on the Moon. The ability to use 2" wide-angle eyepieces allows this telescope to be used for observing compact nebulae and star clusters. This telescope is also a good choice for observing from a balcony or other places with limited space where small dimensions are important. The telescope mount can be supplemented with motors and a pole finder, opening up a wide range of astrophotography possibilities. The lens surfaces of the telescope have an anti-reflective coating, which ensures maximum light transmission, and the reflective surfaces have a protective layer, which increases their service life. The aluminum tube is mounted on an equatorial mount, equipped with fine movement handles and allowing the installation of an electric drive on both axes and a pole finder (purchased separately). This mount has special coordinate circles, with the help of which, after simple adjustments, you can find objects according to their equatorial celestial coordinates, and also accompany the daily movement of the object by rotating only one knob. The tripod is adjustable in height and has a convenient shelf for accessories; a finder with a red dot allows you to quickly point the telescope at the desired area of the sky. The telescope is supplied with 2 symmetrical eyepieces having focal lengths of 10 mm and 25 mm and giving magnification of 150 and 60 times with the telescope. The eyepiece lenses are made of glass and have multi-layer coating. Focusing is performed by moving the main mirror using a comfortable, smooth-moving handle. The mounting diameter for standard 2" (50.8 mm) eyepieces with a 1.25" (31.75 mm) adapter allows the telescope to be used with many other eyepieces available on the market, in addition to those included in the kit. With their help, the magnification of the telescope can be raised to a useful limit of 250 times. The Levenhuk Skyline PRO series was created for trained and demanding observers. It contains various models of telescopes, united by the idea of maximum useful output from the instrument, both for visual and photographic observations, as well as reliability in operation, which is achieved by using reliable materials and high-quality optical components.
- Telescope type: mirror-lens
- Optical design: Maksutov-Cassegrain
- Optics material: optical glass
- Optics coating: standard
- Diameter of the main mirror (aperture), mm: 127
- Focal length, mm: 1500
- Maximum useful magnification, x: 254
- Aperture (relative aperture): f/11.8
- Resolution, ang. seconds: 1.1
- Penetrating power (magnitude, approx.): 12.5
- Eyepieces included: Super 10mm (150x), Super 25mm (60x)
- Mounting diameter of eyepieces, inches: 1.25
- Finder: with red dot
- Focuser: 1.25"
- Tripod: aluminum
- Tripod height, mm: 700–1120
- Tray for accessories: yes
- Telescope control type: manual
- Mount type: equatorial EQ3 (3-2)
- User level: advanced
- Assembly and setup difficulty level: difficult
- Subject of observation: planets of the solar system and deep space objects