Products description
SkyWatcher Starquest DX1026R refractor telescope
102mm (4") f/5.9 refractor telescope on equatorial mount
High-quality telescope for beginners and experienced amateur astronomers
The Starquest DX series consists of fully equipped telescope packages with a selection of high-quality, proven Sky-Watcher optics and the new, precise StarQuest DX Deluxe mount, after which this series is named. These telescopes are particularly suitable for beginners, but also for more experienced amateur astronomers who don't want to compromise on quality. We are confident that no matter which set you choose, you will be satisfied with the optical performance and the solid mount that will allow you to get started in this fascinating hobby of astronomy.
The Starquest DX1026R is a classic 2-element air-gap achromat with a reasonable unobstructed aperture of 102mm. The lens is fully multicoated for maximum light transmission, contrast, and sharpness. The short focal ratio of f/5.9 makes it ideal for observing the moon, bright planets, and a wide variety of deep sky objects.
The new generation Starquest DX mount is a high-quality, lightweight mount that, thanks to its ease of use, is suitable for both beginners and experienced observers. Once aligned to Polaris, the mount allows for easy tracking of celestial objects using the flexible shafts. The mount offers a maximum payload of 5 kg and comes on a sturdy, height-adjustable stainless steel tripod for maximum stability. The mount is equipped with 360° drives in the right ascension and declination axes. An optional DC motor drive (No. 20940) can be attached to the right ascension axis for automatic tracking. The set includes a smartphone adapter for those first attempts at photographing the night sky.
Magnification with included eyepieces: 30x & 60x
Maximum useful magnification: 204x
Objective lens diameter: 102mm
Focal length: 600mm (f/5.9)
Included eyepieces: 10mm & 20mm photo-visual
Red dot finder scope
Universal smartphone adapter (suitable for smartphones with a 54-90mm width)
90º 1.25" diagonal mirror
Rack and pinion focuser
StarQuest DX Deluxe equatorial mount
Height-adjustable stainless steel tripod with accessory tray
Flexible shafts for RA and DEC axes
Counterweight rod with 2.5kg counterweight
Maximum payload: 5kg
Worm gear
Large 95mm gear in RA (with 93 teeth)
62mm gear in DEC (with 60 teeth)
Clutches in R and DEC axes
Adjustable pitch circles on both axes
45mm dovetail clamp
Mount head weight: 1.4 kg
Tripod weight: 2.4 kg
Tripod extendable from 680 mm to 1160 mm
Optional RA motor drive available (No. 20940)
28.4% greater light gathering power than a 90 mm telescope
Included:
102 mm refractor telescope tube
Red dot finder scope
10 mm / 20 mm eyepieces
Diagonal mirror
Smartphone holder
Starquest DX mount with stainless steel tripod and eyepiece tray
Flexible shafts
General
Shipping weight
12.0 kg
Shipping size
101 x 36 x 23 cm
Optics
Type
Achromatic refractor
Focal length (mm)
600
Aperture (mm)
102
Focal ratio
f:5.9
Focuser
Rack and pinion focuser
Tube weight (kg)
3
Mount
Type
Equatorial Mount
Max. Visual Load (kg)
5
Total Mount Weight (kg)
3.5