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Explore Scientific

Explore Scientific FirstLight AR127 127 mm Doublet Refractor Telescope (1200 mm, f/9.4) – FL‑AR1271200

Explore Scientific FirstLight AR127 127 mm Doublet Refractor Telescope (1200 mm, f/9.4) – FL‑AR1271200

$529.99
$529.99
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The Explore Scientific FirstLight AR127 is a powerful 127 mm achromatic refractor designed to deliver bright, high-contrast views of the Moon, planets, star clusters, nebulae, and more. With a 1200 mm focal length and f/9.4 optical system, this telescope excels at both high-magnification planetary viewing and deep-sky exploration. Its fully multi-coated doublet lens ensures excellent light transmission and crisp image quality.

A robust 2.5″ hexagonal rack-and-pinion focuser provides smooth, precise focusing while supporting heavier eyepieces and accessories. The AR127 package includes a 2″ 90° star diagonal, 25 mm Plössl eyepiece, and a red-dot finder, giving you everything needed for a complete observing setup. A smartphone adapter is also included, making it easy to capture and share your views of the night sky.

Ideal for beginners, intermediate observers, and enthusiasts seeking a high-performance refractor, the AR127 offers impressive optical capabilities at excellent value.

Features

  • 127 mm aperture for excellent light-gathering performance and detailed views.

  • 1200 mm focal length / f/9.4 ratio, ideal for lunar, planetary, and deep-sky observing.

  • Fully multi-coated doublet lens for bright, sharp, high-contrast images.

  • 2.5″ hexagonal rack-and-pinion focuser for precise focusing and strong accessory support.

  • 2″ 90° star diagonal for comfortable viewing.

  • 25 mm Plössl eyepiece included for a wide, bright field of view.

  • Red-dot finder for quick and easy object locating.

  • Smartphone adapter for capturing photos through the telescope.

Specifications

Specification Detail
Model Number FL-AR1271200
Optical Design Achromatic doublet refractor
Aperture 127 mm
Focal Length 1200 mm
Focal Ratio f/9.4
Focuser 2.5″ Hexagonal Rack & Pinion
Eyepiece Included 25 mm Plössl
Diagonal 2″ 90° star diagonal
Finder Red-dot finder
Lens Coatings Fully multi-coated
Included Accessories Eyepiece, diagonal, finder, smartphone adapter
Ideal Use Moon, planets, deep-sky objects, general observing, digiscopy

What’s Included

  • AR127 optical tube

  • 2.5″ HEX rack-and-pinion focuser

  • 2″ 90° star diagonal

  • 25 mm Plössl eyepiece

  • Red-dot finder

  • Smartphone adapter

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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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