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National Geographic Carbon Fibre 50 x 600mm Refractor Telescope

National Geographic Carbon Fibre 50 x 600mm Refractor Telescope

Model: 80-10050-CF
Web Code: 13533174
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Overview

Discover the wonders of the universe with this National Geographic Carbon Fibre 50 x 600mm refractor telescope. Intuitive and easy to use, this telescope makes it simple to view the contours of the moon's terrain, detailed constellations, and even other planets. It comes with three eye-pieces to accommodate different types of observations.
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Return Policy

30 days to return or exchange

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What's included:

  • Tube
  • Tripod
  • 2 x Eyepieces
  • AZ Panhandle Mount
  • Red Dot Viewfinder
  • Manual

Why it's a great gift

  • Easy-to-use telescope is ideal for beginner astronomers and amateur stargazers
  • 50mm aperature ensures clear views of the moon's craters, star clusters, and planets
  • Red-dot finder makes it easier to locate and pinpoint celestial objects
  • Downloadable astronomy software and a star map provide helpful information about the night sky

Other features

  • 50mm aperture, 5x24 viewfinder, and 600mm focal length are ideal for observing both terrestrial and astronomical objects
  • 20mm, 12.5mm, and 4mm eyepieces provide the perfect lens for any type of viewing
  • Simple alt-azimuth mount and tripod allow for smoothly moving the scope up and down and side to side
  • Moon filter ensures comfortable viewing, even when the moon is very bright
Product Condition
Brand New
Lunar & Planetary
Yes
Deep Space Observing
Yes
Terrestrial
Yes
Dual Purpose (Astronomical & Terrestrial)
Yes
Optical Design
Refractor
Aperture
50 mm
Focal Length
600 mm
Focal Ratio
12
Expertise Level
Beginners
Eye Piece(s)
26 mm; 9.7 mm
Field of View
2.16, 0.80
Finderscope
Yes
Computerized
Not Computerized
Smartphone/Tablet Compatibility
None
Highest Useful Magnification
62
Lowest Useful Magnification
23.62
Resolution (Rayleigh)
2.76 arcsec
Resolution (Dawes)
2.32 arcsec
Optical Tube Length
520 mm
Mount Type
Alt-Azimuth
Table Top
No
Slow Motion Controls
Yes
GPS
No
Wi-Fi
No
Tool-Free Setup
Yes
Width - Folded
5.08 cm
Height - Folded
121.92 cm
Depth - Folded
5.08 cm
Width - Expanded
68.58 cm
Height - Expanded
109.22 cm
Depth - Expanded
68.58 cm
Weight (Including Tripod)
1.8 kg
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