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Vixen Porta-A70LF 70MM Mobile Telescope With Mount Tripod And Accessories

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$576.15 $835 In stock

Category: Telescopes

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  • An ideal telescope for grab and go observing.
    Description

    The Vixen Porta-A70LF 70MM refractor is a basic all-around telescope that gives beginners intriguing views of lunar crators and Saturn's rings.

    Simple and intuitive operation by friction stop motion.

    The MOBILE PORTA has the same function as the PORTA II and you can swing the telescope by hand in the vertical and horizontal directions freely and stop with simple friction.

    Dovetail-plate Attachment

    With Vixen's renowned dovetail-plate system, different optical tubes can be easily attached. The mount holds optical tubes weighing up to 3.5 kg.

    Accessory tray

    The accessory tray is convenient in putting small pieces such as eyepieces. It is useful when observing at night.

    Slow motion control handles

    The slow motion control handles of the MOBILE PORTA allow for operating the mount in the whole-circle of the vertical and horizontal movements. It is helpful as used together with the friction stop mechanism when observing at high magnification. The position of the slow motion control handles can be changed if needed.

    Movable multi-arm

    The direction of the multi-arm can be rotated in 15 degree intervals so that you can avoid interfering with the slow motion control handle or the optical tube. In addition, the vertical slow motion control handle can be moved outward, in the horizontal direction, to avoid interference with the horizontal slow motion control handle.

    Foldable mount head

    The mount head of the MOBILE PORTA can be folded for convenient strage or transport. The mount head is detachable from the tripod. The tube and Tripod Bag 100, sold separately, is the perfect bag for storage and transport of your MOBILE PORTA. An optical tube cannot be put together in the bag.

      Spec
      Objective lens D=70mm, Achromatic, multi-coated
      Focal length (Focal ratio) F=900mm (f12.9)
      Resolving power / Limiting magnitude 1.66 arc seconds / 11.0
      Light gathering power 100× unaided eye
      Size / Weight 76mm dia × 860mm / 2.5kg (Net 1.9kg)
      Finder scope 6x24mm, 5 degrees FoV

      Focuser

      Focusing mechanism Rack-and-pinion type
      Adapter threads / Visual back 42mm for T-ring, 317mm push-fit
      Eyepieces NPL20mm (45X, 65' field of view), NPL6.3mm (143X, 22' field of view)

      Tripod

      Leg type, material 2-section aluminum legs with quick-release leg clamps
      Size Adjustable from 720mm to 1290mm in length (from 640mm to 1140mm in height),
      setup radius from 410mm to 700mm

      Others

      Accessories Erect-image prism 31.7, Allen wrenches 4mm and 3mm

      Others

      Photography Usable with Prime focus, Eyepiece projection and Aforcal imaging

      Solar observation

      Not available
      Total weight 4.9kg (without eyepieces)

        Warranty

        1 Years Warranty ( Australia)

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        Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews)

        Riley W. ★★★★★

        I was pleasantly surprised at how clearly the lunar craters came into view on my first clear night out. The mount feels sturdy enough for steady tracking, and the whole setup was ready to go in just a few minutes.

        Charlotte V. ★★★★★

        The refractor is light enough that I actually grab it on my way out the door, and the mount holds steady even in a light breeze. Took me about ten minutes to set up and find the moon, and the craters were crisp right out of the box. Perfect little scope for quick backyard sessions when I don't feel

        Alexander ★★★★★

        I was able to see the bands on Saturn clearly on the first clear night, which really impressed me for a telescope this size. The focus knob is smooth and precise, making it easy to dial in sharp views of the moon's craters.