Explorer PDS Series Newtonian Telescopes

Sky-Watcher's Explorer-PDS Telescopes are an advanced range of Newtonian reflectors designed for discerning users and astro-photographers. They incorporate the same high-quality parabolic primary mirrors as the Explorer-P Black Diamond series but with two significant advantages.

A 10:1 dual-speed focuser allows you to obtain the accurate focus essential for astrophotography. Also, the tube length has been shortened slightly to accommodate prime focus photography.

Optical performance at the edges of the field can be improved further by using the optional Sky-Watcher coma corrector (Prod.Code OV-20233).

Explorer-150PDS (EQ3-2) 6" Parabolic Newtonian with Dual-Speed Focuser Ref: OV-10218+20448

SKY WATCHER

New improved version of Skywatcher's popular Explorer 150 - now with dual-speed focuser for more accurate focusing.

Magnification (with eyepiece supplied) x30
Highest Practical Power (Potential) x300
Diameter of Primary Mirror 150mm
Telescope Focal Length 750mm (f/5)
Eyepiece Supplied 25mm (1.25"/31.7mm)
6x30 Finderscope
Parabolic Primary Mirror
2" (50.8mm) Dual-Speed 10:1 Crayford Focuser
0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
EQ3-2 Equatorial Mount with Aluminium Tripod
33% more Light-Gathering than 130mm

Price: £448.00 (Including VAT at 20%)

Related products:

1. Coma Corrector (2”) for Newtonian Reflectors (Ref: OV-20233)

Explorer 200PDS with EQ-5 Mount and Dual-speed Focuser Ref: OV-10220+20464

SKY WATCHER

New improved version of Skywatcher's popular Explorer 200P with dual-speed focuser for more accurate focusing.

Magnification (with eyepiece supplied) x36
Highest Practical Power (Potential) x400
Diameter of Primary Mirror 200mm
Telescope Focal Length 1000mm (f/5)
Eyepiece Supplied 28mm LET (2"/50.8mm)
9x50 Finderscope
Parabolic Primary Mirror
2" (50.8mm) Dual-Speed 10:1 Crayford Focuser
0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
EQ5 Equatorial Mount with 1.75" Stainless Steel Tripod
77% more Light-Gathering than 150mm

Price: £608.00 (Including VAT at 20%)

Related products:

1. Coma Corrector (2”) for Newtonian Reflectors (Ref: OV-20233)

Explorer 250PDS Optical Tube Assembly Ref: OV-10221

SKY WATCHER

The new Sky-Watcher EXPLORER-250PDS Newtonian Reflector incorporates the same superb mirror-set as the Explorer-250P Black Diamond Series, but with two significant advantages. A Dual-Speed 10:1 ratio focuser is now included for excellent focusing precision. Also the tube length has been slightly shortened to optimise performance for prime-focus photography.

Magnification (with eyepiece supplied) x43
Highest Practical Power (Potential) x500
Diameter of Primary Mirror 250mm
Telescope Focal Length 1200mm (f/4.7)
Eyepiece Supplied 28mm LET (2"/50.8mm)
9x50 Finderscope
Parabolic Primary Mirror
2" (50.8mm) Dual-Speed 10:1 Crayford Focuser
0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
56% more Light-Gathering than 200mm

Price: £449.00 (Including VAT at 20%)

Related products:

1. Coma Corrector (2”) for Newtonian Reflectors (Ref: OV-20233)

Explorer 250PDS on EQ6 Pro Synscan Mount Ref: OV-10221+20854

SKY WATCHER

The 10-inch Explorer 250 PDS Newtomian Telescope on the EQ6 mount with Synscan GOTO system. A powerful combination for visual and photographic use.

Excellent optics and a dual-speed focuser provide first-class images while the stable mount ensures accurate tracking for long-exposure astrophotography.

Magnification (with eyepiece supplied) x43
Highest Practical Power (Potential) x500
Diameter of Primary Mirror 250mm
Telescope Focal Length 1200mm (f/4.7)
Eyepiece Supplied 28mm LET (2"/50.8mm)
9x50 Finderscope
Parabolic Primary Mirror
2" (50.8mm) Dual-Speed 10:1 Crayford Focuser
0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
56% more Light-Gathering than 200mm

Price: £1,548.00 (Including VAT at 20%)

Related products:

1. Coma Corrector (2”) for Newtonian Reflectors (Ref: OV-20233)

Explorer 300PDS (OTA) Ref: OV-10222

SKY WATCHER

Explorer 300PDS Optical Tube Assembly without mount.

The new Sky-Watcher EXPLORER-300PDS Newtonian Reflector incorporates the same superb mirror-set as the Explorer-300P but with two significant advantages. A Dual-Speed 10:1 ratio focuser is now included for excellent focusing precision. Also the tube length has been slightly shortened to optimise performance for prime-focus photography.

Even better performance for astro-photography and visual use can be achieved when used in combination with Sky-Watcher’s Newtonian coma corrector (Prod.Code OV-20233)

Price: £659.00 (Including VAT at 20%)

Related products:

1. Coma Corrector (2”) for Newtonian Reflectors (Ref: OV-20233)