TS Optics Starscope N 76/700 AZ-1 Telescope

Description

Designed for entry-level educational stargazing and quick backyard moon watching, the TS Optics Starscope N 76/700 AZ-1 Telescope is a complete beginner newtonian reflector telescope package. Operating at an f/9.2 focal ratio with a 700mm focal length, this 76mm (2.99 in) clear aperture instrument delivers a 1.53 arcseconds theoretical resolving power and reaches magnitude 12.0, gathering light for lunar crater exploration and viewing bright planets like Jupiter and Saturn.

The optical system features a Newtonian reflector layout utilizing a spherical primary mirror made from crown optical glass, treated with a standard aluminum coating with a protective overcoat, maintaining a 26% central obstruction by diameter (6.8% by area) from its 20mm secondary mirror. Built inside a solid metal tube measuring 680mm in length with a 110mm outer diameter, the chassis supplies a 28mm visual field circle. Supported by a 1.25-inch single-speed rack-and-pinion focuser, this 1.75 kg (3.86 lbs) optical tube attaches via altitude trunnion screws to an included AZ-1 manual alt-azimuth fork mount equipped with an altitude micro-adjustment rod and an aluminum tripod.

Key Features of TS Optics Starscope N 76/700 AZ-1 Telescope

Built for beginners seeking an affordable introduction to practical astronomy, this 76mm reflector combines an all-reflective optical train with an intuitive alt-azimuth fork mount. The visual kit includes two eyepieces, a 2x Barlow lens, a 1.5x erecting lens for daytime terrestrial observing, and a 5×24 finderscope.

• 76mm (2.99 in) clear aperture with 700mm focal length and versatile f/9.2 optical speed
• Newtonian reflector optical design with spherical primary mirror and all-reflective path
• Standard aluminum mirror coating with protective overcoat for long-term reflectivity
• Small central obstruction of 26% by diameter (6.8% by area) preserving image contrast
• 1.25-inch rack-and-pinion focuser delivering direct manual focus travel for visual accessories
• AZ-1 manual alt-azimuth fork mount with altitude micro-adjustment control rod
• Adjustable aluminum tripod with integrated accessory tray for field observing stability
• Optical 5×24 finderscope, 20mm and 4mm eyepieces, 2x Barlow lens, and 1.5x erecting lens included

Spherical Crown Mirror Optics & Low Obstruction Profile

Operating at a slow f/9.2 focal ratio, the spherical primary mirror delivers sharp images across visual fields while completely eliminating the chromatic aberration found in budget refractors. The small 26% secondary obstruction maintains image contrast on lunar maria and Saturn’s rings, supporting practical visual magnifications from 10.9x up to 152x.

AZ-1 Alt-Azimuth Fork Mount & Altitude Micro-Drive Rod

Simple point-and-view operation allows users to locate sky objects without complex polar alignment procedures. An integrated altitude micro-adjustment rod provides fine vertical positioning when centering objects at higher powers, while the lightweight 1.75 kg optical tube mounts securely between fork arms on an adjustable aluminum tripod.

• Manual alt-azimuth fork mount offering simple point-and-look navigation for night-sky targets
• Altitude micro-adjustment rod for precise vertical centering of lunar and planetary objects
• Lightweight aluminum tripod with central accessory tray for convenient eyepiece storage

TS Starscope Educational Series Warranty

The TS Optics Starscope N 76/700 AZ-1 Telescope is backed by a 2-year limited warranty against material and manufacturing defects. The complete factory package contains the 76/700 OTA, AZ-1 fork mount head, aluminum tripod with tray, 5×24 optical finderscope, 20mm and 4mm eyepieces, 2x Barlow lens, and a 1.5x erecting lens.