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Explore Scientific FirstLight 127 mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope with Twilight Nano Alt-Az Mount – Beginner & Planetary Observation Kit

Explore Scientific FirstLight 127 mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope with Twilight Nano Alt-Az Mount – Beginner & Planetary Observation Kit

$499.99
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The Explore Scientific FirstLight 127 mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope with Twilight Nano Altitude-Azimuth Mount delivers crisp, high-contrast views ideal for lunar and planetary observing. With a 127 mm aperture and a long 1900 mm focal length (f/15), this system excels at high magnification, revealing fine details on the Moon, planets, double stars, and brighter deep-sky objects.

The compact Maksutov-Cassegrain design keeps the optical tube highly portable, while the Twilight Nano mount provides smooth, intuitive manual movement for easy aiming and tracking. This complete kit includes a Plössl eyepiece, diagonal, red-dot finder, smartphone adapter, and software, giving beginners everything they need to start observing right away.

Key Features

High-Contrast Maksutov Optics

  • 127 mm aperture for bright, detailed views

  • Long 1900 mm focal length with f/15 ratio for high-power observation

  • Fully multi-coated optics for improved clarity and contrast

Smooth and Simple Mount

  • Twilight Nano Alt-Azimuth mount with easy, manual motion

  • Lightweight and portable setup suitable for home or travel

Complete Starter Kit

  • 25 mm Plössl eyepiece included

  • 1.25" 90° diagonal for comfortable viewing angles

  • Red-dot finder for easy target acquisition

  • Smartphone adapter for capturing photos through the eyepiece

  • Downloadable astronomy software included

Specifications

Specification Details
Model Number FL-MC1271900TN
Optical Design Maksutov-Cassegrain
Aperture 127 mm (5")
Focal Length 1900 mm
Focal Ratio f/15
Coatings Fully multi-coated
Eyepiece Included 25 mm Plössl
Diagonal 1.25" 90°
Finder Red-dot
Mount Type Twilight Nano Alt-Azimuth
Smartphone Adapter Included
Maximum Useful Magnification Approx. 250×
Optical Tube Weight Approx. 6–7 lbs
Included Accessories Eyepiece, diagonal, 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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