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22" SpicaEyes Telescope

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16" f4 SpicaEyes

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This is a complete telescope system. Find an object fast with the Digital Setting Circles, then keep it centered with the tracking of the Platform. Use high powers to enhance the view. Grab the scope anytime to move around and explore a new area - there are no clutches to disengage. The optional Dual-Axis Platform provides the controls for astro-imaging and auto-guiding. There's no field rotation to worry about.

Features include:

• Rocker- and mirror-box are welded, box aluminum structures (light in weight, yet extremely rigid).
• 18- and 27-point mirror cells with fans, switches, and battery installed. 4-point floating edge support for stable mirror placement; no sideways shift.
  
• Upper cage rings are manufactured from a high-tech aluminum/plastic composite - lightweight, thermally stable, and very flat.
  
• All aluminum components are powder coated or hard black anodized. Stainless steel fasteners are used throughout.
  
• Primary mirrors are of highest quality. Each one is rigorously star-tested before shipping as a final check on its figure.
  
• Renowned Starlight Feathertouch focuser is standard equipment.
  
• Sky Commander DSCs are standard (Argo Navis DSCs available as an option).
  
• Telescope comes complete with an integrated
  Aluminum Equatorial Platform in the Compact format. (Upgrading to a Dual-Axis Platform is an option.)
  
• A full shroud is included
• Tight fitting front and back covers for the mirror box provide excellent protection for the mirror during transport and storage. Also, nylon screws can be tightened against the edge of the mirror to prevent any sideways shifting of the glass during transport.

These all-metal telescopes offer extreme durability, precision of movement, ease of use, and a pleasing low-profile aerospace look. The fine tracking of the integrated EQUATORIAL PLATFORM provides both drift-free high-power viewing and astro-imaging capability.