The Celestron EclipSmart 50 50mm f/7.2 Alt-Az Solar Telescope is a complete rig for eclipse or general solar viewing. It is outfitted with dual-lens, non-removable glass solar filters that carry multiple ISO certifications for direct solar observation, and reveal images of the Sun’s surface in a natural and neutral tone. Included with the scope is a 20mm eyepiece that produces 18x magnification, an adjustable-height photo-style tripod with an extendable center column, a manual alt-az head with control handle, and a backpack that everything fits into with room for more accessories.
Dual-lens, non-removable glass solar filters
ISO 12312-2, EN 1836:2005 + A1:2007 (E), AS/NZS 1338.1:2012, compliant for filters for eye protectors and direct solar viewing
50mm objective lens
f/7.2 focal ratio
360mm focal length
Refractor-style optical path
Fully coated optics for improved light transmission
Resolution: 2.79 arc sec, Rayleigh; 2.32 arc sec, Dawes
Rack-and-pinion focuser with 1.25″ drawtube
Mount and Tripod
Mount: Manual alt-az
Control handle with twist-lock
Tripod: Four leg sections
Easy snap locks per section
Adjustable height from 16″ to 43″
Extendable 6″ center column
With legs and center column full extended max height to top of mount is 49″
Included Accessories
20mm eyepiece yields 18x magnification
90° diagonal puts head in comfortable viewing position
Projection finder allows users to safely put the Sun in the telescope’s field of view
Backpack holds optical tube, mount/tripod, and accessories for easy transportation and storage
