Start your own astronomy adventure with this user-friendly beginner's refracting telescope, complete with plenty of accessories.
- User-friendly telescope for beginners
- Dual-lens objective system (achromatic) made of glass material
- Ideal for the Moon, planets, and star clusters
- Easy-to-use alt-azimuth mount
- Scope of delivery: Telescope, 3 eyepieces, diagonal mirror, finderscope, moon filter, tripod, mount, Stellarium software, star chart, instructions
- Diagonal mirror for comfortable viewing
- Moon filter for high-contrast imaging of the Moon
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- Alt-azimuth: easy to use, moves horizontally and vertically
- Equatorial: enables precise tracking of objects with only one axis – ideal for high magnifications and astrophotography
- Moon: from 30 mm
- Planets: from 100 mm
- Deep sky: from 150 mm
Product information "BRESSER Refracting Telescope Herkules 50/600"
With the beginner's telescope, you're close to the universe
With the 50 mm aperture, you can already enjoy breathtaking views of many exciting celestial objects. Look forward to fascinating detailed views of major planets like Saturn's rings or Jupiter's moons. Bright deep-sky highlights like the Orion Nebula are also easy to observe. You can vary the magnification and field of view with the 3 included eyepieces, allowing you to adjust your perspective on the treasures of space as you wish.
Intuitive alignment with the alt-azimuth mount
Observe effortlessly: The alt-azimuth mount of the BRESSER refracting telescope is so user-friendly that you can focus entirely on observing the sky. Simply intuitively move the telescope in any direction to bring the most exciting celestial objects into view. Whether near the horizon or at the zenith – the Herkules 50/600 follows your movements precisely and reliably.
Fully equipped with lots of astro-accessories for your starry moments
With the extensive accessories, you can embark on a star journey right away. The diagonal mirror ensures a comfortable viewing position even for objects near the zenith. With the 5x24 finderscope, you can always keep the night sky in view. And with the included Stellarium software, navigating the sky becomes a breeze. Are you also drawn to the Moon? Simply attach the special moon filter to the eyepiece for a pleasant and high-contrast view of our natural satellite.
Get ready for your first impressive sky observations – with the BRESSER Refracting Telescope Herkules 50/600.
FEATURES
- User-friendly telescope for beginners
- Dual-lens objective system (achromatic) made of glass material
- Ideal for the Moon, planets, and star clusters
- Easy-to-use alt-azimuth mount
- Magnification: 30 – 150x
- Objective diameter: 50 mm
- Focal length: 600 mm
- 3 eyepieces: H-20, H-8, SR-4 mm
- Diagonal mirror for comfortable viewing
- 5x24 finderscope for locating objects
- Moon filter for high-contrast imaging of the Moon
- Height-adjustable aluminum tripod
- Astronomy software Stellarium for easy navigation of the night sky
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
- Telescope
- 3 eyepieces: H-20, H-8, SR-4 mm
- Diagonal mirror
- 5x24 finderscope
- Moon f
| Aperture ratio: | 12 |
|---|---|
| Batteries included: | No |
| Batteries required: | No |
| Colour: | blue |
| Extended warranty (years): | 5 |
| Field of application [Telescopes]: | Lunar observation , Lunar photography , Planetary observation , Planetary photography |
| Finderscope: | 5 x 24 mm |
| Focal length (mm): | 600 |
| Magnification from: | 30 |
| Magnification up to: | 150 |
| Material tripod 3): | Aluminium |
| Maximum recommended magnification: | 100 |
| Mirror/Lens diam. (mm): | 50 |
| Optical design: | Achromatic Refractor |
| Power supply unit included: | No |
| Product Family [Telescopes]: | Refractor telescope |
| Target Group [Telescopes]: | Beginners |
| Tripod height adjustment: | No |
Product and safety instructions
Manufacturer:
Bresser GmbH, Gutenbergstraße 2, 46414 Rhede
www.bresser.de
- RISK OF BLINDNESS! Never look directly at the sun or near the sun with this device. There is a RISK OF BLINDNESS!
- SUFFOCATION RISK! Children should only use the device under supervision. Keep packaging materials (plastic bags, rubber bands, etc.) away from children! There is a SUFFOCATION RISK!
- FIRE RISK! Do not expose the device - especially the lenses - to direct sunlight! The concentration of light could cause fires.
- Do not disassemble the device! In case of a defect, please contact your specialist dealer. They will contact the service center and may send the device in for repair if necessary.
- Do not expose the device to high temperatures.
- The device is intended for private use. Respect the privacy of others - for example, do not look into apartments with this device!