Skywatcher MC 150/1800 SkyMax NEQ-5 Pro SynScan GoTo

Description

Urban astronomers seeking automated GoTo celestial tracking with maximum planetary image contrast rely on the Skywatcher MC 150/1800 SkyMax NEQ-5 Pro SynScan GoTo motorized Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope. Designed with an f/12.0 focal ratio, this 150mm (5.91 in) aperture telescope features an 1800mm focal length, delivering 0.77 arcseconds Dawes resolving power and reaching magnitude 13.6 for high-magnification planetary observation.

The Skywatcher MC 150/1800 SkyMax NEQ-5 Pro SynScan GoTo incorporates a Schott optical glass meniscus corrector lens treated with 99.5% Metallic High-Transmission Coatings (MHTC) and a low-expansion borosilicate primary mirror. Its 400mm aluminum tube features an internal primary mirror focus mechanism with a 2-inch visual back. Mounted on an NEQ-5 Pro computerized GoTo equatorial mount with a tubular stainless steel tripod, the 5.60 kg OTA ensures automated tracking.

Key Features of Skywatcher MC 150/1800 SkyMax NEQ-5 Pro SynScan GoTo

Built for automated planetary video astronomy, lunar exploration, and urban stargazing, this 150mm Sky-Watcher SkyMax Pro Maksutov pairs Schott glass optics with an NEQ-5 Pro GoTo mount. Its SynScan V5 controller and stainless steel tripod deliver rock-solid tracking stability.

• 150mm (5.91 in) clear aperture with 1800mm focal length and versatile f/12.0 focal ratio
• Maksutov-Cassegrain design with Schott optical glass corrector and borosilicate primary
• Metallic High-Transmission Coatings (MHTC) delivering 99.5% optical transmission
• 31.3% secondary obstruction by diameter (47mm secondary baffle, 9.8% by area)
• Internal primary mirror focus mechanism with 2-inch visual back and 1.25-inch adapter
• NEQ-5 Pro SynScan computerized German equatorial GoTo mount with stepper motors
• SynScan V5 hand controller with a 42,000+ celestial object navigation database
• Tubular stainless steel tripod with accessory tray, counterweights, and 9×50 finderscope included

Schott Optical Glass Optics & 0.77 Arcsecond Resolution

The 150mm Schott glass meniscus corrector eliminates chromatic aberration, delivering sharp, color-pure views of Jupiter’s cloud belts, Saturn’s rings, and lunar rilles. Supported by a sealed optical tube, this Sky-Watcher telescope supports magnifications from 21.4x up to 300x.

NEQ-5 Pro SynScan GoTo Mount & Stainless Steel Tripod

Automated tracking precision is essential for high-magnification planetary imaging and urban stargazing. The Sky-Watcher SkyMax 150 includes an NEQ-5 Pro equatorial mount with quiet stepper motors and a SynScan V5 controller for accurate GoTo navigation. Mounted on a rigid tubular stainless steel tripod, it dampens vibrations effectively during observing sessions.

• Computerized NEQ-5 Pro equatorial mount with SynScan V5 automated hand controller
• 9×50 optical finderscope for clear visual alignment and wide-field target verification
• 2-inch star diagonal with 1.25-inch adapter paired with a 28mm 2-inch LET eyepiece

Sky-Watcher SkyMax Pro Series Warranty

The Skywatcher MC 150/1800 SkyMax NEQ-5 Pro SynScan GoTo telescope is backed by a 2-year limited warranty against material and manufacturing defects. The factory package contains the 150mm Maksutov OTA, NEQ-5 Pro mount head, SynScan V5 controller, stainless steel tripod with tray, counterweights, 9×50 finderscope, 2-inch diagonal, and 28mm eyepiece.