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Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ Telescope
Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ Telescope
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Product Description
The Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ Telescope combines a powerful 130 mm Newtonian reflector with smartphone-assisted sky navigation. Its patented StarSense technology uses your smartphone to analyze star patterns and guide you toward visible planets, star clusters, nebulae, galaxies, and other celestial objects.
The telescope features a manual Alt-Azimuth mount with dual-axis slow-motion controls, making it easier to locate and follow objects across the night sky. With a 650 mm focal length, f/5 focal ratio, and highly reflective mirror coatings, the 130AZ offers strong light-gathering performance for both beginners and more experienced observers.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Celestron |
| Model | StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ |
| Item Number | 22461 |
| Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector with Parabolic Primary Mirror |
| Aperture | 130 mm (5.11") |
| Focal Length | 650 mm (25.59") |
| Focal Ratio | f/5 |
| 25 mm Eyepiece | 26x |
| 10 mm Eyepiece | 65x |
| Finderscope | StarPointer Red Dot |
| Mount Type | Manual Alt-Azimuth |
| Slow-Motion Controls | Dual-axis |
| Highest Useful Magnification | 307x |
| Lowest Useful Magnification | 19x |
| Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 13.1 |
| Light Gathering Power | 345x |
| Resolution (Rayleigh) | 1.07 arc seconds |
| Resolution (Dawes) | 0.89 arc seconds |
| Optical Coatings | Aluminum with SiO₂ overcoat |
| Optical Tube Material | Steel |
| Optical Tube Length | 635 mm (25") |
| Optical Tube Diameter | 165 mm (6.49") |
| Optical Tube Weight | 3.99 kg (8.8 lbs) |
| Dovetail | CG-5 Dovetail Bar |
| Tripod | Full-height aluminum |
| Maximum Height | 49" |
| Tripod Weight | 4.17 kg (9.2 lbs) |
| GPS | Uses smartphone GPS |
| Power Requirement | None |
| Total Kit Weight | 8.16 kg (18 lbs) |
| Software | StarSense Explorer App, SkyPortal App, Starry Night Basic Edition |
What's in the Box?
- 130 mm Newtonian reflector optical tube
- StarSense Explorer smartphone dock
- 25 mm eyepiece
- 10 mm eyepiece
- StarPointer red dot finderscope
- Manual Alt-Azimuth mount
- Dual-axis slow-motion controls
- Full-height adjustable aluminum tripod
- Accessory tray
- CG-5 dovetail bar
- StarSense Explorer App access
- SkyPortal App
- Starry Night Basic Edition software
- Setup guide and documentation
Celestron lists the optical tube, preassembled mount and tripod, two eyepieces, StarPointer finderscope, accessory tray, and StarSense smartphone dock as included components.
Why Buy from Sky Deep Co.?
Sky Deep Co. is an authorized Celestron dealer and partner in Pakistan, providing genuine astronomy equipment with warranty, secure packaging, local support, and product guidance. The StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ is a strong option for anyone who wants a larger aperture telescope with smartphone-assisted navigation for easier exploration of the night sky.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ suitable for beginners?
Yes. The StarSense Explorer App helps beginners locate celestial objects using smartphone-guided directions, reducing the need for traditional star charts.
2. What can I see with the StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ?
You can observe the Moon, planets, star clusters, double stars, brighter nebulae, galaxies, and additional deep-sky objects under darker skies.
3. What magnification do the included eyepieces provide?
The 25 mm eyepiece provides 26x magnification, while the 10 mm eyepiece provides 65x magnification.
4. Does the StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ require batteries?
The telescope itself does not require external power. The StarSense Explorer system uses your smartphone for navigation and GPS.
5. Does the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ include a Barlow lens?
No. Celestron's official specifications list the Barlow lens as not included.
