The Quattro imaging Newtonian is an affordable, large aperture astrograph, ideal for users searching for a fast imaging system that will work for both astrophotography and visual astronomy. Boasting a swift f/4 focal ratio, this astrograph is can produce an exposure 6x faster than the average 8-inch f/10 Schmidt Cassegrain telescope. Although designed as an imaging optical tube, these Newtonians also produce bright and detailed viewing for visual astronomy.
Like all Sky-Watcher reflectors, the Quattro imaging Newtonian features borosilicate mirrors coated with Sky-Watcher’s proprietary Radiant™ Aluminum Quartz (RAQ™), producing 94% reflectivity. The tube is constructed with rolled steel, then coated with Sky-Watcher’s signature glossy metal-flake Black Diamond finish. The OTA uses an oversized secondary mirror providing greater illumination for DSLRs and CCDs using full-frame sensors, and an optional coma corrector is available for those who want to take their imaging to the next level.
Included with the Quattro imaging Newtonian is a 10:1 dual-speed 2-inch Crayford-style focuser, 1.25 and 2-inch eyepiece adapter, a 9x50 finderscope, tube rings, and a D-style dovetail plate.
SKU | S11230 |
UPC | 050234112307 |
Optical Info | |
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Optical Design | Newtonian |
Mirror Coatings | Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ)™ coatings with 94% reflectivity |
Glass Type | Borosilicate |
Primary Aperture (mm) | 305 |
Primary Edge Thickness | 38mm |
F/Ratio | 4 |
Focal Length (mm) | 1200 |
Secondary Diameter | 102mm |
Secondary Obstruction (by diameter) | 33% |
Secondary Obstruction by Area | 11% |
Observational Info | |
Dawes Limit | 0.38 |
Rayleigh Limit | 0.46 |
Limiting Mag. | 14.9 |
Minimum Magnification | 43 |
Maximum Magnification | 600 |
Light Gathering (compared to next size down) | 44% |
General Info | |
Focuser | 2" Dual Speed Crayford |
OTA Length (Retract/Ext.) | 42.5" |
OTA Outer Diameter | 14.25" |
OTA Weight (with accessories) | 57 |
Accessories | |
Included Finder | 9x50 Finder |
Included Diagonal | No |
Mounting Accessories | Rings/D-Rail |
Included Eyepieces | None |
Included Case | No |
Corrector | No (optional) |