Orion Maksutov-Cassegrains

We offer various versions of these telescopes - with equatorial mount or as spotting scope to be used on a camera tripod.

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Star Max 90
compact Maksutov - 90mm aperture		 Star Max 102
all purpose Maksutov - 102mm aperture		 Star Max 127
large aperture in a compact size - 127mm aperture Maksutov



Star Max 90
A compact Maksutov-Cassegrain with a refractor-like image quality.



Star Max 90 on EQ-1 - a good combination for portable astronomy
Star Max 90
The Star Max 90 is a telescope fit for all visual applications. Its major advantage is its ultra-compact size, allowing you to take it along almost anywhere. The tube is only 25cm long!

Observing
No matter whether you want to take a look at the wildlife or at stars in the sky, the Star Max 90 offers a great performance. 90mm aperture collect enough light even for many galaxies and nebulae. There is no false colour like in many refractor telescopes. As a consequence contrast is very high even on the moon and the planets. The maximum useful magnification is approx. 200x.

Photography
The Star Max 90 is equipped with an integrated T-mount adaptor. You can attach most common SLR cameras with a T-ring. Likewise you can attach most digital cameras. Then you turn the telescope into a powerful telephoto-lens with a focal length of 1250mm at f/13.9.
Scope of delivery
 
25mm Plossl Good quality Plossl eyepiece with rubber eyeguard, 50x magnification
1.25" Star Diagonal For a comfortable viewing position. The image is erect, but mirror reversed
6x20 Finderscope erect image finderscope
Mount or Camera tripod adaptor The Maksutov is attached to the mount using a 1/4" camera thread. This allows you to attach other accessories to the mount, or attach the Maksutov to a camera tripod.

In the SP variant no mount is included, but the telescope comes with the same 1/4" adaptor
Specifications
 
Aperture / Focal length / f-ratio 90mm / 1250mm / f:13.9
Max. useful magnification approx. 200x
Focus mechanism Primary mirror focus mechanism
Tube length 25 cm
Weight (tube) 1.8 kgs
Limiting Magnitude / theoretical resolving power 11.5 mag / 1.3"

The Maksutov can be collimated for optimal performance. The rear of the tube is made of metal, not plastic.
Astronomical Mount EQ-1

The EQ-1 is a very light-weight, easily portable mount that carries this telescope with good stability. The adjustable height aluminium tripod allows you to set it up in the field.

Manual slow motion controls are included, a motor drive is available optionally.

 TS Tripod 303

A good base for portable use of this telescope as a spotting scope. The tripod offers a good stability. Recommended for nature observing, birdwatching, target shooters, ...

We also offer several other tripods of choice. ........ Further Information
Prices
 
Item No. Short description Price - Euros incl. VAT
Starmax 90 EQ1 Maksutov 90/1250mm , finderscope, star diagonal, 25mm Plossl
on EQ-1 with adjustable height aluminium tripod and 1/4" camera tripod thread		 315.-
Starmax 90 Spott Maksutov 90/1250mm , finderscope, star diagonal, 25mm Plossl
with camera tripod adaptor		 238.-
Flex 105 Flexible dewcap for the Maksutov - slows down the formation of dew on the corrector lens 29.-
EMD EQ1 motor drive for EQ-1 69.-
Recommended Accessories
Here you can find accessories that are important and helpful for almost any telescope. Cleaning tools, filters, star charts, ...

The TS Eyepiece and Accessory Case isn't just an assortment of randomly picked eyepieces, we have put a lot of thoughts into choosing a fine range of eyepieces that will work with nearly all telescopes. These great eyepieces are included in the TS eyepiece and accessory case:

- three excellent quality TS Super Plossl eyepieces
- one TS wide angle eyepiece
- our excellent TS Barlow lens (2x/1.5x)
- five carefully chosen TS colour filters and one grey moon filter (not just a cheap green filter)
- an adaptor for focal and eyepiece projection astro-imaging

All comes in a beautiful, foam-lined aluminium case .......... Link to further information

Please send requests or online orders to: sales@telescope-service.com
 

Star Max 102
A powerful all purpose telescope with compact dimensions.

Star Max 102 - a very popular all purpose telescope for amateur astronomers. Very portable.

With its integrated T-mount adaptor the Maksutov also performs as a powerful telephoto lens with a focal length of 1300mm

Observing
No matter whether you want to take a look at the wildlife or at stars in the sky, the Star Max 102 offers a great performance. With its larger 102mm aperture it collects enough light thousands of galaxies, star clusters and nebulae. There is no false colour like in many refractor telescopes. As a consequence contrast is very high even on the moon and the planets. The maximum useful magnification is approx. 240x.

Photography
The Star Max 102 is equipped with an integrated T-mount adaptor. You can attach most common SLR cameras with a T-ring. Likewise you can attach most digital cameras. Then you turn the telescope into a powerful telephoto-lens with a focal length of 1300mm at f/12.7.

Star Max 102
The Star Max 102 is a telescope with even better performance in all fields. It is still very portable and can even be transported as carry-on luggage in an airplane!
The Star Max 102 offers a performance comparable to a 100mm achromatic refractor. But as you can see on the image to the right it has by far the shorter tube.

This is why these telescopes are also called "Travelmak". You can take them along on your journey without adding a lot of bulk to your luggage.

The Mak is also warmly recommended as a guide scope for astro-imaging.
Scope of delivery
 
25mm Plossl Good quality Plossl eyepiece with rubber eyeguard, 52x magnification
1.25" Star Diagonal For a comfortable viewing position. The image is erect, but mirror reversed
6x26 Finderscope erect image finderscope
Carry case padded carry case for safe storage and transport
Mount or Camera tripod adaptor The Maksutov is attached to the mount using a 1/4" camera thread. This allows you to attach other accessories to the mount, or attach the Maksutov to a camera tripod.

In the SP variant no mount is included, but the telescope comes with the same 1/4" adaptor
Specifications:
Aperture / Focal length / f-ratio 102mm / 1300mm / f:12.7
Max. useful magnification approx. 240x
Focus mechanism Primary mirror focus mechanism
Tube length 29 cm
Weight (tube) 2.2 kgs
Limiting Magnitude / theoretical resolving power 11.8 mag / 1.15"

The Maksutov can be collimated for optimal performance. The rear of the tube is made of metal, not plastic.

The EQ-2 is a very portable and sturdy mount that carries this telescope with good stability. The adjustable height aluminium tripod allows you to set it up in the field.

Manual slow motion controls are included, a motor drive is available optionally.

Astronomical Mount EQ-2		 TS Tripod 303

A good base for portable use of this telescope as a spotting scope. The tripod offers a good stability. Recommended for nature observing, birdwatching, target shooters, ...

We also offer several other tripods of choice. ........ Further Information
Prices
 
Item No. Short description Price - Euros incl. VAT
Starmax 102 EQ2 Maksutov 102/1300mm , finderscope, star diagonal, 25mm Plossl, carry case
on EQ-2 with adjustable height aluminium tripod and 1/4" camera tripod thread		 412.-
Starmax 102 Spott Maksutov 102/1300mm , finderscope, star diagonal, 25mm Plossl, carry case
with camera tripod adaptor		 286.-
Flex 115 Flexible dewcap for the Maksutov - slows down the formation of dew on the corrector lens 33.-
MD EQ2 motor drive for EQ-2 99.-
Recommended Accessories
Here you can find accessories that are important and helpful for almost any telescope. Cleaning tools, filters, star charts, ...

The TS Eyepiece and Accessory Case isn't just an assortment of randomly picked eyepieces, we have put a lot of thoughts into choosing a fine range of eyepieces that will work with nearly all telescopes. These great eyepieces are included in the TS eyepiece and accessory case:

- three excellent quality TS Super Plossl eyepieces
- one TS wide angle eyepiece
- our excellent TS Barlow lens (2x/1.5x)
- five carefully chosen TS colour filters and one grey moon filter (not just a cheap green filter)
- an adaptor for focal and eyepiece projection astro-imaging

All comes in a beautiful, foam-lined aluminium case .......... Link to further information

Please send requests or online orders to: sales@telescope-service.com

Star Max 127
A high performance telescope for demanding amateur astronomers

Star Max 127 on EQ-3
a high performance, well portable telescope
Star Max 127
The Star Max 127 is a very versatile and powerful instrument. With its aperture of 127mm it collects more than 60% more light than e.g. a 100mm refractor, and yet is much more compact for transport. The tube is less than 37cm in length.

Observing
Galaxies, star clusters and nebulae are visible in a 127mm telescope. Bright planetary nebulae show a lot of detail. In addition the performance on objects within our solar system is very good. The telescope has very high contrast for an image quality that is often only limited by seeing conditions.

Photography
The Star Max 127 is equipped with an integrated T-mount adaptor. You can attach most common SLR cameras with a T-ring. Likewise you can attach most digital cameras. Then you turn the telescope into a powerful telephoto-lens with a focal length of 1540mm at f/12.1. Plenty of details on the moon and the planets are within reach of this telescope, as are several deep-sky objects.
Scope of Delivery
25mm Plossl Good quality Plossl eyepiece with rubber eyeguard, 61x magnification
1.25" Star Diagonal For a comfortable viewing position. The image is erect, but mirror reversed
6x26 Finderscope erect image finderscope
Carry case padded carry case for safe storage and transport
Specifications:
Aperture / Focal length / f-ratio 127mm / 1540mm / f:12.1
Max. useful magnification approx. 280x
Focus mechanism Primary mirror focus mechanism
Tube length 37 cm
Weight (tube) 3.2 kgs
Limiting Magnitude / theoretical resolving power 12.3 mag / 0,9"

The Maksutov can be collimated for optimal performance. The rear of the tube is made of metal, not plastic.
Astronomical Mount EQ-3

A strong yet portable mount for this Maksutov. You can set it up in the field with its adjustable height aluminium tripod.

Manual slow motion controls are included. A single axis or dual axis motor drive is available separately.

 Astronomical Mount Celestron ADM

An ultra-sturdy mount for this telescope. Recommended in particular for amateurs who want to use heavy accessories or do long-exposure astro-imaging............................. Further Information on this mount
Prices
 
Item No. Short description Price - Euros incl. VAT
Starmax 127 EQ3 Maksutov 127/1540mm , finderscope, star diagonal, 25mm Plossl, carry case
on EQ-3 with adjustable height aluminium tripod		 599.-
Starmax 127 ADM Maksutov 127/1540mm , finderscope, star diagonal, 25mm Plossl, carry case - tube colour: dark grey
on Celestron ADM with steel tube tripod		 699.-
Starmax 127 Spott Maksutov 127/1540mm , finderscope, star diagonal, 25mm Plossl, carry case
with camera tripod adaptor		 449.-
Flex 145 Flexible dewcap for the Maksutov - slows down the formation of dew on the corrector lens 39.-
Recommended Accessories
Here you can find accessories that are important and helpful for almost any telescope. Cleaning tools, filters, star charts, ...

The TS Eyepiece and Accessory Case isn't just an assortment of randomly picked eyepieces, we have put a lot of thoughts into choosing a fine range of eyepieces that will work with nearly all telescopes. These great eyepieces are included in the TS eyepiece and accessory case:

- three excellent quality TS Super Plossl eyepieces
- one TS wide angle eyepiece
- our excellent TS Barlow lens (2x/1.5x)
- five carefully chosen TS colour filters and one grey moon filter (not just a cheap green filter)
- an adaptor for focal and eyepiece projection astro-imaging

All comes in a beautiful, foam-lined aluminium case .......... Link to further information

Please send requests or online orders to: sales@telescope-service.com

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