Skywatcher MC 90/1250 SkyMax EQ-1 Telescope

Description

Beginner astronomers seeking high-contrast lunar cratering and planetary tracking on an equatorial platform rely on the Skywatcher MC 90/1250 SkyMax EQ-1 Telescope manual catadioptric system. Designed with an f/13.9 focal ratio, this 90mm (3.54 in) aperture telescope features a 1250mm focal length, delivering 1.29 arcseconds Dawes resolving power and reaching magnitude 12.5 for entry-level planetary exploration.

The Skywatcher MC 90/1250 SkyMax EQ-1 Telescope incorporates a spherical borosilicate primary mirror and an MHTC multi-coated BK7 meniscus corrector lens. Its 240mm aluminum cylinder shell features an internal primary mirror micro-focusing mechanism and a 1.25-inch visual back with integrated T-2 camera threads. Mounted on an EQ-1 manual German equatorial mount on an aluminum tripod, the 1.40 kg (3.09 lbs) OTA provides steady polar tracking.

Key Features of Skywatcher MC 90/1250 SkyMax EQ-1 Telescope

Built for entry-level equatorial tracking, lunar surface cratering, and bright planetary observation, this 90mm Sky-Watcher SkyMax Maksutov pairs folded catadioptric optics with an EQ-1 mount. Its manual slow-motion controls and compact footprint deliver sharp, color-free views of Jupiter and Saturn.

• 90mm (3.54 in) clear aperture with 1250mm focal length and long f/13.9 focal ratio
• Maksutov-Cassegrain design with BK7 meniscus corrector and borosilicate primary
• Metallic High-Transmission Coatings (MHTC) on meniscus corrector lens
• 32% secondary obstruction by diameter (29mm secondary baffle, 10.2% by area)
• Internal primary mirror focus mechanism with 1.25-inch visual back and T-2 thread
• EQ-1 manual German equatorial mount with counterbalance weight and accessory tray
• Aluminum tripod with slow-motion tracking controls for smooth manual navigation
• Red dot finder, 1.25-inch 90-degree diagonal, and Super 25mm and 10mm eyepieces included

Folded Maksutov Optics & T-2 Camera Threads

The folded catadioptric design packs a 1250mm focal length into a 240mm tube body, eliminating chromatic aberration on planetary disks and bright lunar features. Equipped with direct T-2 threads on the rear visual back, this Sky-Watcher telescope supports magnifications from 12.9x up to 180x.

EQ-1 Equatorial Mount & Manual Tracking Controls

Following celestial targets at high magnification requires steady manual mechanics. The Sky-Watcher SkyMax 90 EQ-1 features an equatorial mount head equipped with slow-motion control cables that allow stargazers to follow objects along right ascension smoothly. Paired with an aluminum tripod and counterweight, it provides a stable platform for planetary observation.

• EQ-1 manual German equatorial mount with counterweight for smooth polar tracking
• 1.25-inch 90-degree star diagonal paired with Super 25mm and 10mm eyepieces
• Red dot finder scope mounted on the optical tube for easy target acquisition

Sky-Watcher SkyMax Black Diamond Warranty

The Skywatcher MC 90/1250 SkyMax EQ-1 Telescope is backed by a 2-year limited warranty against material and manufacturing defects. The complete factory package contains the 90mm Maksutov OTA, EQ-1 equatorial mount head, aluminum tripod with accessory tray, counterweight, red dot finder, 1.25-inch 90-degree diagonal, and two eyepieces.