Discover the sun's secrets like never before with the Celestron Heliostar 76 H-Alpha Solar Telescope and SolarQuest Mount Kit. This comprehensive package is designed for amateur astronomers and solar enthusiasts who demand quality, performance, and convenience in one.
High-Contrast Performance
The Heliostar OTA features a 76mm aperture and a 630mm focal length, achieving an f8.3 focal ratio. It provides double-stack performance at a single-stack price, delivering a bandpass of less than 0.5A for high-contrast solar views. The telescope includes an integrated Heliostar solar finder and Triffed tuner, enhancing usability and accuracy during observations.
Sharp Solar Imaging
The Heliostar OTA utilizes Solis etalon technology and is equipped with a 2-inch dual-speed Crayford focuser for smooth and precise focusing. It also features an 11.5mm, 1.25-inch diagonal blocking filter and comes with a V-style dovetail for secure mounting. The package includes a 20mm, 70-degree, 1.25-inch eyepiece for detailed solar views, a clip-on sunshade for user comfort, a camera phone adapter for astrophotography, and a hard case for secure transport and storage.
SolarQuest Mount
The SolarQuest Mount is a solar-specific alt-azimuth mount designed for ease of use and precision tracking. It includes an adjustable-height aluminum tripod with 1.25-inch legs for stability and a payload capacity of 11 lb, making it compatible with the Heliostar OTA. Powered by DC operation, the mount supports batteries (not included) and includes a 12V adapter plate for versatility in power options.