Sky-Watcher Dobsonian 10 Flex Tube Go-To Telescope

The Sky-Watcher Dobsonian 10 Flex Tube Go-To Telescope is a powerful and portable Newtonian reflector designed for serious amateur astronomers. With a 254mm aperture and 1200mm focal length, it delivers stunning views of deep-sky objects and planets. The collapsible FlexTube design makes it easy to transport and set up, while the SynScan GoTo system automatically locates and tracks over 42,900 celestial objects.

Advantages

Large 10-inch aperture for bright, detailed images. Go-To technology simplifies finding objects. Collapsible tube for easy storage and transport. Parabolic Pyrex mirror for sharp optics. Crayford focuser for precise focusing.

Suitable for

• Intermediate to advanced astronomers seeking deep-sky observation
• Astrophotographers wanting a stable platform with Go-To tracking
• Users who need a portable telescope for dark sky sites

Key specifications

• Optical Design: Newtonian Reflector
• Aperture: 254mm (10 inches)
• Focal Length: 1200mm
• Focal Ratio: f/4.7
• Primary Mirror: Parabolic Pyrex
• Mount: Dobsonian (Alt-Azimuth) with Go-To
• Go-To System: SynScan Hand Controller
• Object Database: 42,900+ objects
• Motor: DC Servo Motors
• Tracking Modes: Sidereal, Lunar, Solar
• Power: 12V DC (external or 8x AA batteries)
• Finder Scope: 9x50 Straight Finder
• Eyepieces: 10mm & 25mm Super Plössl (1.25")
• Focuser: 2" Crayford with 1.25" adapter
• Highest Useful Magnification: 500x
• Lowest Useful Magnification: 36x
• Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 14.5
• Optical Tube: Collapsible FlexTube

Recommendations

For best results, use with a 12V power supply for extended sessions. Consider adding a collimation tool for optimal mirror alignment. This telescope is ideal for observing galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters.