Skywatcher 12″ Collapsible Dobsonian

(1 customer review)

$2,750.00

A COLLAPSIBLE TRUSS-TUBE DOBSONIAN DESIGN THAT REQUIRES NO REASSEMBLY –THE ULTIMATE CONVENIENCE!

SkyWatcher does it again. An old favorite gets a complete facelift with new features and upgraded components!

The venerable Dobsonian reflector design has recently undergone some important upgrades and improvements: SkyWatcher is pleased to introduce the all-new Collapsible Dobsonian complete with Crayford focuser – the ultimate in large aperture portability and performance.

This elegant truss tube design was carefully engineered to combine ease of use, extreme portability and consistent performance in an affordable package. Unlike other truss tube designs, the SkyWatcher Collapsible Dobsonian does not need to be disassembled between uses. It transports as two compact pieces that can be assembled and ready to use in just seconds! It is easy to collimate once set up, and it holds its collimation throughout the evening!

The bearing system has been redesigned as well. The new SkyWatcher Collapsible Dobsonians feature buttery smooth azimuth bearings. Even the twelve-inch model can be rotated with just the push of a finger. Like our traditional Dobsonians, the new Collapsible Dobsonians feature SkyWatcher’s patented tension adjustment control on the altitude bearings. This eliminates the need and added cost of clumsy counterweight systems to balance the telescope.

SKU: SWDOB300C Categories: ,

Description

Sky-Watcher Flextube 300P Collapsible Dobsonian Telescope

The Ultimate Light Gatherer

The Dobsonian telescopes are named after John Dobson, an amateur astronomer who designed a very simple but effective telescope, where the key factor is a large aperture for little money. His idea was to mount a Newton telescope on an easy-to-use alt-azimuth mount that does not need time-consuming alignments. Sky-Watcher improved the Dobson design building a collapsible system that allows the telescope to be easily stored or transported. The 3 metal bars, used to fully extend the tube, have an auto-lock spring loaded system that simplify the set up of the telescope so only one person is required to fully extend the tube. The rigidity of the telescope keeps the mirrors collimated and the tension control system keeps the telescope balanced, so it is not necessary to move heavy counterweights.

Just extend the tube, use the finderscope and point the telescope towards your favourite night sky objects – sit back and enjoy the great light gathering of the Sky-Watcher Dobsonian!

To top it off, the Sky-Watcher Collapsible Dobsonians are equipped with a 2″ Crayford focuser and focuser locking screw.

Accessories in the Box:

  • Finderscope 9X50 straight version
  • Eyepiece 1.25″ Super Plossl 25mm (60x) – apparent filed of view 52°
  • Eyepiece 1.25″ Super Plossl 10mm (150x) – apparent filed of view 52°
  • Eyepiece adapter from 2″ to 1.25″ with M42 thread
  • 2″ tube extension
  • User Manual

Specifications:

Model SWDOB300C
Optical Design Newtonian (parabolic primary mirror)
Aperture 305mm (12″)
Focal Length 1500mm
Focal Ratio f/4.9
Secondary mirror diameter 69mm
Obstruction 22.7%
Resolving Power 0.39″
Stellar Limit Magnitude 15.4
Highest Practical Magnification 610X
Light gathering power (compared to the unaided eye) 1898X
Focuser 2″ Crayford with 1.25″ adaptor
Telescope tube length 923mm – 1390mm
Telescope height 1620mm
Base diameter 646mm

Additional information

Weight 33 kg

1 review for Skywatcher 12″ Collapsible Dobsonian

  1. Brian

    WELL ENGINEERED TELESCOPE.
    What struck me with this scope is how well it’s engineered. This telescope gives beautiful bright views of the sky and is a pleasure to use.
    Unfortunately I sold it before I left Cairns and it’s also my biggest regret.
    Also Ian from Night Sky Secrets is a pleasure to deal with.

    • admin

      We are glad you enjoyed your telescope and appreciate your review. We ship all over Australia so happy to set you up with a new and perhaps even better scope when you are ready ????

Add a review

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *