The Apertura 50 mm Right Angle Finder Scope is perfect for anyone using a manual telescope mount, as it greatly simplifies the process of aligning and centering celestial objects in your eyepiece, enhancing both the ease and quality of your viewing sessions.
Apertura 50 mm Right Angle Finder Scope with Illuminated Reticle Eyepiece
The Apertura Right Angle Finder Scope features an illuminated design and is equipped with an erect image prism that corrects the orientation of viewed objects, mirroring the natural upward gaze. This design is especially beneficial for observing objects near the zenith, saving you from the discomfort of neck strain. Its generous 5° field of view and a limiting magnitude of 11 allow you to explore a rich tapestry of stars and some brighter nebulae, making celestial discoveries more accessible and enjoyable.
Apertura Right Angle Finder Scope specifications
- Scope Type: Finder
- Aperture: 50 mm
- Focal Length: 200 mm
- Limiting Magnitude: 11
- Field of View: 5°
- Focusing: Helical Focuser
- Eye Relief: 20 mm
- Internal: Baffled
- Dimensions: 10 mm x 50 mm
- Material: Aluminum anodized flat white
- Weight: 26 oz. (with eyepiece and illuminator but without bracket)
Included accessories with the Finder Scope Package
The Apertura Finder Scope Package includes several key accessories to enhance your astronomical observations:
- 50 mm Quick Release Bracket: This bracket is precision CNC machined for durability and includes three Delrin-tipped screws for easy collimation adjustments.
- Single Cross Hair Reticle Eyepiece: Featuring a 20 mm lens with a 1.25" barrel, this eyepiece is removable and has a crosshair for easy object centering.
- Reticle Eyepiece Illuminator: Equipped with an ON/OFF switch and adjustable brightness, this illuminator highlights the crosshairs, making them visible in dark conditions. Batteries are provided.
- The package also comes with the Apertura Absolute Warranty, which includes a two-year warranty against defects and a three-year accident replacement program, both of which are transferable.