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Is this adaptable to auto tracking? Expert Answer

Unfortunately this telescope is not compatible with any auto-tracking equipment.

by Ethan C., Gear Expert, May 21, 2018
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Great scope, would recomend. Pros: Very nice and easy to use loads of amputure Cons: transporting
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Product Discontinued by Manufacturer

Meade 10in. LightBridge f/5 Truss-Tube Dobsonian Telescope has been discontinued by Meade and is no longer available. Our product experts have helped us select these available replacements below.You can also explore other items in the Telescopes yourself to try and find the perfect replacement for you!

Product Info for Meade 10in. LightBridge f/5 Truss-Tube Dobsonian Telescope

The Meade Light Bridge 10-Inch Telescope isn't just a big telescope scope - it's a big scope that goes anywhere. The Meade Light Bridge Truss-Dobsonian Telescope takes down and sets up quickly, so you can take this massive window on the universe out to your favorite dark sky locations with ease. This Meade telescope features anti-reflective coatings on the inside of the optical tubes, on the truss tubes and trim rings, and Diffraction Limited Optics to deliver you the most accurate, precise images. The Meade LightBridge Dobs Telescope gives you high quality Meade optics, premium components, and ultra portability - all for about the same price as an ordinary tube dob telescope. So get a Meade LightBridge Truss-Dob Telescope - and prepare to cross the universe.image

Specifications for Meade 10in. LightBridge f/5 Truss-Tube Dobsonian Telescope:

SPECIFICATIONS: 10in DELUXE
Optical Design: Newtonian Reflector
Clear Aperture: 254mm (10in)
Focal Length, Focal Ratio: 1270mm f/5 (10in)
Primary, Secondary Mirrors: Aluminum coated with magnesium fluoride over coat. Mounted in adjustable mirror cell. Secondary mirror aluminum coated with magnesium fluoride over coat.
Maximum Practical Visual Power600X:
Eyepiece: Meade 26mm QX Wide Angle Eyepiece
Optical Tube Assembly (OTA): Metal open Truss Design
Materials: steel roller bearings for azimuth
Focuser: 2in Crayford style focuser with 1.25in adapter
Cooling Fan: Battery Powered Fan
Red Dot Viewfinder: Deluxe 4-reticle Red Dot ViewFinder
AutoStar SuiteT Astronomical Software: Included
WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS: 10in DELUXE
Box Dimensions (Optical Tube): 30.3x17.9x17.4in
Box Dimensions (Mount): 25.4x24.8x5.3in
Secondary Housing (Weight): 6 lbs.
Trusses (Weight): 2 lbs.
OTA Primary Housing (Weight): 30 lbs.
Assembled OTA (Weight): 38 lbs.
Assembled Mount (Weight): 27 lbs.
Total Net Telescope Weight (assembled): 65 lbs.

Features of Meade 10in. LightBridge f/5 Truss-Tube Dobsonian Telescope:

  • Anti-reflective coatings on the inside of the LightBridge optical tubes, on the truss tubes and trim rings.
  • Diffraction Limited Optics - for views that are detailed, crisp and full of contrast.
  • Meade Optical Coatings Aluminum Coatings with magnesium fluoride overcoat provides bright images full of detail.
  • 2in Crayford-Style Machined Aluminum Focuser With 1.25in Adapter Smooth precise focusing is achieved with this classic design. A unique focus tension knob and focus lock design gives complete control over focus.
  • Built-In Primary Mirror Cooling Fan Bring the telescope into thermal equilibrium quickly and efficiently with the battery powered cooling fan. The fan is mounted to the rear of the vented primary mirror cell for fast cool down.
  • Steel RA Roller Bearings Roller bearings make movements smooth and effortless.
  • Advanced Four-Reticle Red Dot Viewfinder Four reticles and varying brightness controls allow this deluxe finder to adjust to your observing needs.
  • 26mm QX Wide Angle 2in Eyepiece Deluxe Model This premium eyepiece has a 2in barrel, and boasts a whopping 70 degree Apparent Field of View

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