Skywatcher Dobson N 254/1200 Skyliner FlexTube BD DOB

Description

Observe faint galaxy structures and resolve dense globular clusters with the Skywatcher Dobson N 254/1200 Skyliner FlexTube BD DOB manual parabolic reflector telescope. Designed with an f/4.7 focal ratio, this 254mm (10.00 in) aperture telescope features a 1200mm focal length, delivering 0.46 arcseconds Dawes resolving power and reaching magnitude 14.7 for deep-sky visual exploration.

The Skywatcher Dobson N 254/1200 Skyliner FlexTube BD DOB utilizes a parabolic primary mirror crafted from low-expansion borosilicate glass, coated with 94% reflective aluminum and a protective silicon dioxide (SiO2) layer. Its collapsible truss-tube assembly retracts to 800mm for convenient vehicle transport. Resting on a floor-standing wooden rocker box with heavy-duty azimuth bearings and patented altitude tension control handles, the 15.00 kg (33.07 lbs) OTA ensures silky-smooth manual tracking.

Key Features of Skywatcher Dobson N 254/1200 Skyliner FlexTube BD DOB

Engineered for transportable large-aperture deep-sky visual astronomy, this 10-inch Sky-Watcher Skyliner FlexTube Dobsonian pairs a fast parabolic mirror with an innovative collapsible truss tube. Its 2-inch dual-fit Crayford focuser and tension control handles deliver high-contrast views of faint galactic structures.

• 254mm (10.00 in) aperture with 1200mm focal length and fast f/4.7 optical speed
• Precision parabolic primary mirror made from low-expansion borosilicate optical glass
• 94% reflective aluminum optical coatings with protective silicon dioxide overcoat
• Small 22.8% secondary obstruction by diameter (58mm minor axis, 5.2% by area)
• Collapsible FlexTube truss system retracting to 800mm for easy vehicle transport
• 2-inch dual-fit Crayford focuser with step-down 1.25-inch reduction adapter
• Floor-standing manual wooden Dobsonian base with patented tension control handles
• High-aperture 9×50 optical finderscope and Super 25mm and 10mm eyepieces included

10-Inch Parabolic Optics & Collapsible FlexTube Frame

The 254mm parabolic primary mirror focuses light rays accurately without spherical aberration, revealing subtle details in planetary nebulae and galaxies. Its rigid three-pole collapsible truss design locks securely into place without requiring re-collimation, supporting magnifications from 36.3x up to 508x.

Floor-Standing Rocker Box & Tension Control Handles

Smooth manual nudging is critical when tracking deep-space objects at high magnification. The Skyliner 250P FlexTube features a floor-standing wooden rocker box with heavy-duty azimuth bearings for fluid horizontal rotation. Its patented side tension control handles allow observers to adjust altitude friction, preventing optical tube sag when using heavy eyepieces.

• Floor-standing wooden Dobsonian base with smooth altitude and azimuth bearing tracks
• Patented side tension control handles for customized altitude friction adjustment
• Included 9×50 optical finderscope paired with Super 25mm and 10mm eyepieces

Sky-Watcher Skyliner FlexTube Series Warranty

The Skywatcher Dobson N 254/1200 Skyliner FlexTube BD DOB is backed by a 2-year limited warranty against material and manufacturing defects. The complete factory package contains the collapsible 254mm FlexTube OTA, wooden Dobsonian base with tension control, 9×50 finderscope, 2-inch to 1.25-inch adapter, and Super 25mm and 10mm eyepieces.