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Explore Scientific FirstLight 130 mm Newtonian Reflector Telescope with Twilight Alt-Az Mount – Complete Beginner Astronomy Kit

Explore Scientific FirstLight 130 mm Newtonian Reflector Telescope with Twilight Alt-Az Mount – Complete Beginner Astronomy Kit

$579.99
$579.99
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The Explore Scientific FirstLight 130 mm Newtonian Reflector Telescope with the Twilight Altitude-Azimuth Mount is a powerful and user-friendly system designed for beginners and hobby astronomers. Its large 130 mm aperture and fast f/4.6 focal ratio provide bright, wide-field views ideal for observing the Moon, planets, star clusters, nebulae, and many deep-sky objects.

The Newtonian reflector design delivers excellent light-gathering performance with crisp detail and strong contrast. The Twilight Alt/AZ mount offers smooth, intuitive manual movement, making it simple to aim and track targets across the night sky. This complete package includes a 25 mm Plössl eyepiece, red-dot finder, and smartphone adapter—everything needed to start exploring the universe right away.

Key Features

Bright, Wide-Field Optics

  • 130 mm Newtonian reflector for excellent light gathering

  • Fast f/4.6 focal ratio for expansive, immersive views

  • Fully multi-coated optics for improved brightness and contrast

Smooth, Stable Mount

  • Twilight Altitude-Azimuth mount for easy manual control

  • Stable tripod minimizes vibration during observation

Complete Accessory Kit

  • 25 mm Plössl eyepiece included

  • Red-dot finder for quick object location

  • Smartphone adapter for easy astrophotography

  • Downloadable astronomy software included

Specifications

Specification Details
Model Number FL-N130600MAZ01
Optical Design Newtonian Reflector
Aperture 130 mm (5.1″)
Focal Length 600 mm
Focal Ratio f/4.6
Coatings Fully Multi-Coated
Eyepiece 1.25″ 25 mm Plössl
Finder Red-dot
Mount Type Twilight Alt-Azimuth
Smartphone Adapter Included
Tripod Adjustable Stainless Steel
Max Useful Magnification Approx. 250×
Included Accessories Eyepiece, finder, smartphone adapter, software
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Frequently Asked Questions

With a beginner telescope you can see a surprising amount — the craters and mountains on the Moon, the rings of Saturn, the moons of Jupiter, and star clusters like the Pleiades. As you get more comfortable, you can also spot nebulae and distant galaxies. Not sure which beginner telescope is right for you? Check out our Telescope Buying Guide.
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