Skywatcher MC 127/1500 SkyMax-127 AZ-5 Telescope

Description

Featuring an AZ-5 heavy-duty mount with internal worm gears, the Skywatcher MC 127/1500 SkyMax-127 AZ-5 Telescope manual alt-azimuth Maksutov system delivers 0.91 arcseconds Dawes resolving power. Designed with an f/11.8 focal ratio and a 1500mm focal length, this 127mm (5.00 in) aperture telescope reaches magnitude 13.2 for high-stability lunar observation and terrestrial long-distance viewing.

The Skywatcher MC 127/1500 SkyMax-127 AZ-5 Telescope incorporates an MHTC multi-coated BK7 meniscus corrector lens and a low-expansion borosilicate primary mirror. Its 370mm aluminum tube features an internal primary mirror focus mechanism with a precision rubberized knob. Mounted on an AZ-5 heavy-duty manual alt-azimuth mount with slow-motion cables on an aluminum tripod, the 3.45 kg (7.61 lbs) OTA ensures vibration-free manual tracking.

Key Features of Skywatcher MC 127/1500 SkyMax-127 AZ-5 Telescope

Crafted for high-stability manual planetary observation and high-magnification terrestrial spotting, this 127mm Sky-Watcher SkyMax-127 telescope pairs Maksutov-Cassegrain optics with an AZ-5 alt-azimuth mount. Its precision worm gears and slow-motion cables deliver smooth, jitter-free visual tracking across solar system targets.

• 127mm (5.00 in) clear aperture with 1500mm focal length and long f/11.8 focal ratio
• Maksutov-Cassegrain design with BK7 meniscus corrector and borosilicate primary
• Metallic High-Transmission Coatings (MHTC) on meniscus corrector lens
• 30.7% secondary obstruction by diameter (39mm secondary baffle, 9.4% by area)
• Internal primary mirror focus mechanism with precision rubberized adjustment knob
• AZ-5 heavy-duty manual single-arm alt-azimuth mount with internal worm gears
• Dual flexible slow-motion control cables for fluid altitude and azimuth panning
• Red dot finder, 1.25-inch 90-degree star diagonal, and 10mm and 25mm eyepieces included

Maksutov-Cassegrain Optics & Low Color Fringing

The folded catadioptric optical system packs a 1500mm focal length into a compact 370mm chassis, eliminating chromatic aberration across planetary disks and high-magnification terrestrial targets. Supported by a sealed optical tube, this Sky-Watcher telescope supports visual magnifications from 18.1x up to 254x.

AZ-5 Worm-Gear Mount & Dual Slow-Motion Cables

High-precision manual pointing requires smooth, backlash-free mechanics. The Sky-Watcher SkyMax-127 AZ-5 features an alt-azimuth mount equipped with internal brass worm gear drives and flexible slow-motion cables. Supported by an aluminum tripod, it allows observers to make fine altitude and azimuth adjustments effortlessly when tracking fast-moving planetary features and lunar rilles.

• AZ-5 heavy-duty alt-azimuth mount with internal worm gears for smooth micro-tracking
• Dual flexible slow-motion control cables for effortless panning and vertical adjustments
• 1.25-inch 90-degree star diagonal paired with 10mm and 25mm visual eyepieces

Sky-Watcher AZ-5 Precision Series Warranty

The Skywatcher MC 127/1500 SkyMax-127 AZ-5 Telescope is backed by a 2-year limited warranty against material and manufacturing defects. The complete factory package contains the 127mm Maksutov OTA, AZ-5 single-arm mount head, aluminum tripod with tray, red dot finder, 1.25-inch 90-degree star diagonal, and two eyepieces.