This telescope offers easy setup and bright, detailed views of the Moon, planets, and deep-sky objects, making it ideal for beginners. Its German equatorial mount allows precise tracking, while included accessories like eyepieces, a Barlow lens, and a Moon filter enhance exploration. The motor drive aids in automatic celestial tracking, and a smartphone adapter enables capturing images. Additionally, the included software assists in learning and planning observations, enhancing the stargazing experience.
Features
The Celestron PowerSeeker 114EQ offers several benefits for astronomy enthusiasts.
Easy Setup and Use
No-tool setup ensures quick assembly, allowing you to start observing in minutes. Ideal for beginners, it features a manual German equatorial mount with precise Right Ascension (RA) and Declination (DEC) controls.
Enhanced Viewing and Tracking
The 114 mm Newtonian reflector provides bright, detailed optics. The motor drive facilitates automatic tracking of celestial objects, compensating for Earth’s rotation for prolonged viewing or photography.
Versatile Accessories
Included accessories such as the 20 mm and 4 mm eyepieces, 3× Barlow lens, and Moon filter enable varied magnifications. A smartphone adapter allows capturing photos and videos through the eyepiece.
Learning and Planning
Comes with Celestron Starry Night Software, ideal for learning and planning your observations. Compatible with both Northern and Southern hemispheres.
Specifications
Optical Design
Newtonian Reflector
Aperture
114mm (4.49")
Focal Length
900mm (35")
Focal Ratio
f/7.89
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1
20mm (0.79")
Magnification of Eyepiece 1
45x
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2
4mm (0.16")
Magnification of Eyepiece 2
225x
Barlow Lens
3x
Finderscope
5x24
Mount Info
Mount Type
Manual German equatorial
Tripod
Aluminum
Highest Useful Magnification
269x
Lowest Useful Magnification
16x
Limiting Stellar Magnitude
12.8
Resolution (Rayleigh)
1.22 arc seconds
Resolution (Dawes)
1.02 arc seconds
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye)
265x
Secondary Mirror Obstruction
25mm (1")
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter
22%
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area
4.96%
Optical Coatings
Aluminum
Optical Tube Length
864mm (34")
Total Telescope Kit Weight
12 lbs (5.4 kg)
Software
Celestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software and SkyPortal App
Phone Adapter Info
Phone Compatibility
Any smartphone
Comptabile Optics
Any 1.25" eyepiece supplied with PowerSeeker and AstroMaster telescope kits or any eyepieces with a 34mm outside diameter
Dimensions
6.5" x 4.5" x 1"
Weight
2 oz
Included Items
Optical tube 20mm and 4mm eyepieces 3x Barlow Lens Finderscope Motor drive Smartphone adapter Tripod and mount Manual
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