Skywatcher AC 120/1000 EvoStar EQ3-2 Telescope

Description

Observe crisp planetary disks and split tight binary stars with the Skywatcher AC 120/1000 EvoStar EQ3-2 Telescope manual equatorial refractor system. Designed with an f/8.3 focal ratio, this 120mm (4.72 in) aperture telescope features a 1000mm focal length, delivering 0.97 arcseconds Dawes resolving power and reaching magnitude 13.1 for dedicated lunar and planetary observers.

The Skywatcher AC 120/1000 EvoStar EQ3-2 Telescope incorporates an air-spaced Fraunhofer doublet objective with multi-coated crown and flint optical glass elements. Its 960mm aluminum optical tube features internal anti-reflection baffles, an unobstructed 0% central profile, and a 2-inch single-speed rack-and-pinion focuser with a 1.25-inch adapter. Mounted on an EQ3-2 manual German equatorial mount and aluminum tripod, the 5.13 kg OTA delivers high-contrast solar system views.

Key Features of Skywatcher AC 120/1000 EvoStar EQ3-2 Telescope

Engineered for high-contrast lunar and planetary visual observation, this 120mm Sky-Watcher EvoStar Black Diamond refractor telescope pairs Fraunhofer doublet optics with an EQ3-2 equatorial mount. Its manual slow-motion tracking controls and 2-inch star diagonal provide sharp views across solar system targets.

• 120mm (4.72 in) clear aperture with 1000mm focal length and balanced f/8.3 focal ratio
• Air-spaced Fraunhofer achromatic doublet objective using CDGM optical glass
• Multi-coated optical surfaces with 0% central obstruction for high contrast
• 2-inch single-speed rack-and-pinion focuser with 1.25-inch step-down adapter
• EQ3-2 manual German equatorial mount with dual-axis slow-motion tracking cables
• Adjustable aluminum tripod with integrated central accessory storage tray
• 9×50 optical finderscope, 2-inch star diagonal, Super 25mm and 10mm eyepieces included

Fraunhofer Doublet Optics & 0.97 Arcsecond Resolving Power

The 120mm multi-coated Fraunhofer objective controls chromatic aberration across an extended f/8.3 focal length, resolving fine planetary disks and subtle lunar rilles. Featuring zero central obstruction, this Sky-Watcher refractor supports magnifications from 17.1x up to 240x.

EQ3-2 German Equatorial Mount & Manual Tracking

Tracking celestial objects at high magnification requires steady manual mechanics. The Sky-Watcher AC 120/1000 EvoStar includes an EQ3-2 equatorial mount with flexible slow-motion cables, allowing observers to track objects along right ascension and declination smoothly. Supported by an aluminum tripod, it provides a stable viewing platform for detailed planetary observation.

• EQ3-2 manual German equatorial mount with dual slow-motion control cables
• 2-inch 90-degree star diagonal with 1.25-inch adapter for comfortable viewing angles
• High-aperture 9×50 optical finderscope paired with Super 25mm and 10mm eyepieces

Sky-Watcher EvoStar Black Diamond Warranty

The Skywatcher AC 120/1000 EvoStar EQ3-2 Telescope is backed by a 2-year limited warranty against material and manufacturing defects. The complete factory package contains the 120mm refractor OTA, EQ3-2 mount head, aluminum tripod, counterweights, 9×50 finderscope, 2-inch star diagonal with 1.25-inch adapter, and Super 25mm and 10mm eyepieces.