{"title":"Sky-Watcher Heritage Tabletop Dobsonians","description":"\u003cp\u003eSky-Watcher Heritage tabletop Dobsonians are compact Newtonian reflectors on a small rotating base, designed to sit on a table, deck or sturdy box. The Heritage 130 and Heritage 150 offer 130mm and 150mm of aperture in a light package that sets up in moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey show the Moon, planets and bright star clusters and nebulae, which makes them popular first telescopes for families and handy second scopes for experienced observers.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sky-watcher-heritage-130-tabletop-dobsonian","title":"Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 Tabletop Dobsonian","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e130mm (5.1\") Parabolic Primary Mirror\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e650mm Focal Length (f\/5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollapsible Truss-Tube Design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight Tabletop Dobsonian Base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes 25mm and 10mm Eyepieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSky-Watcher Heritage 130 Tabletop Dobsonian\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 Tabletop Dobsonian combines a 130mm parabolic primary mirror and a 650mm focal length (f\/5) into a uniquely portable design. Its collapsible tube shrinks from a full 25 inches down to just 14.75 inches for transport, with the optical tube assembly (OTA) weighing only 6.5 pounds. This design delivers the light-gathering power needed for deep-sky objects while remaining compact enough for any backyard or dark-sky trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e130mm Aperture with 94% Reflectivity Coatings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optical system is built around a 130mm borosilicate parabolic mirror, an aperture large enough to resolve details in planets, split double stars, and reveal structure in nebulae and galaxies. The mirrors feature Sky-Watcher's Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ)™ coatings, which achieve 94% reflectivity for brighter, higher-contrast images. At f\/5, the telescope provides a wide field of view, making it easy to locate and frame large objects like the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) or the Pleiades star cluster (M45).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollapsible Design: From 25\" to 14.75\" for Portability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe key feature of the Heritage 130 is its collapsible truss-tube OTA. This design allows the telescope to retract to a compact 14.75 inches, making it easy to store in a closet or pack in a car. When extended to its full 25-inch operating length, it maintains collimation, ensuring you spend more time observing. The entire optical tube, with rings and finder, weighs just 6.5 pounds, making setup effortless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStable Tabletop Base at 13.5 Pounds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe single-arm Dobsonian alt-azimuth mount provides a simple and stable platform for the telescope. Weighing 13.5 pounds, the wooden base features Teflon bearings for smooth, intuitive push-to navigation across the sky. An altitude locking knob allows you to fix the telescope in place for steady viewing, while vibration-suppressing rubber feet ensure stability on a sturdy table, car hood, or other flat surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReady for Observing with 26x \u0026amp; 65x Magnification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Heritage 130 arrives ready for stargazing right out of the box. It includes two 1.25\" SUPER eyepieces to get you started. The 25mm eyepiece provides a low-power, wide-field view at 26x magnification, perfect for scanning the Milky Way or locating objects. For higher-power views of the Moon and planets, the 10mm eyepiece delivers 65x magnification. A red dot finder is also included to help you aim the telescope accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat can I see with the Sky-Watcher Heritage 130?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 130mm aperture is large enough to show you a wealth of celestial objects. You can expect to see detailed craters and mountains on the Moon, the rings of Saturn, the cloud belts and moons of Jupiter, and the phases of Venus. Under dark skies, it will reveal dozens of galaxies like Andromeda (M31) and Bode's Galaxy (M81), nebulae like the Orion Nebula (M42), and countless star clusters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow will the Orion Nebula (M42) look through the Heritage 130 from a suburban backyard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a suburban location, the Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 will clearly show the Orion Nebula (M42) as a distinct, hazy cloud of light. Using the included 25mm eyepiece (26x), you will easily resolve the four bright stars of the Trapezium cluster at its core. While light pollution will wash out the faintest outer details, the core structure will be unmistakable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Heritage 130's collapsible tube difficult to collimate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe truss-tube system is designed to hold collimation well between uses. While all Newtonian reflectors require occasional collimation, the Heritage 130 is generally stable. Minor adjustments may be needed after transport, but it is a straightforward process that ensures the best possible image sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat kind of surface do I need to place the Heritage 130 on?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tabletop Dobsonian base is designed for a flat, stable surface. A sturdy picnic table, a concrete patio ledge, or even the hood of a car can work well. The base's rubber feet help suppress vibrations. For more comfortable viewing, some users place it on a small, sturdy stool or crate to raise the eyepiece to a convenient height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use other 1.25\" eyepieces with the Heritage 130?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The telescope comes with a 1.25\" helical focuser that accepts any standard 1.25\" eyepiece or accessory. You can expand your collection with higher-power eyepieces for planetary viewing or wider-field eyepieces for observing large nebulae. A quality Barlow lens would also be a great addition to double the magnification of any eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the helical focuser on the Heritage 130 work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA helical focuser achieves focus by twisting the eyepiece holder, which moves the eyepiece in or out along a threaded path. It's a very simple and lightweight design that is effective for visual observation. While different from a rack-and-pinion focuser, it holds focus well and is easy to use once you are accustomed to the twisting motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewtonian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Aperture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e130mm (5.1\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e650mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror Coatings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ)™ coatings with 94% reflectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBorosilicate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Obstruction (by diameter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e31%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Obstruction (by area)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDawes Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.89 arc-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRayleigh Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.04 arc-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Magnitude\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.05\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e256x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering (vs 100mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e56% more\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\" Helical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Length (Retracted)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.75\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Length (Extended)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Outer Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e168mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Weight (with accessories)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.5 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase 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class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e150mm (5.9\") Newtonian Reflector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e750mm Focal Length (f\/5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollapsible Tube Design, Extends to 48\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e94% Reflectivity RAQ™ Mirror Coatings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Assembled Weight of 23.5 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSky-Watcher Heritage 150 Tabletop Dobsonian\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher Heritage 150 Tabletop Dobsonian delivers significant light-gathering power with its 150mm parabolic primary mirror and a fast f\/5 focal ratio. Its 750mm focal length provides magnifications of 30x and 75x with the included eyepieces, reaching a limiting magnitude of 13.36. This compact reflector gathers 44% more light than a 130mm telescope, resolving details down to a Dawes' limit of 0.77 arc-seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e150mm Aperture with 94% Reflectivity Coatings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Heritage 150's primary optical component is its 150mm borosilicate parabolic mirror, which provides sharp, high-contrast images free of spherical aberration. The mirror surface features Sky-Watcher's Radiant™ Aluminum Quartz (RAQ™) coatings, ensuring 94% reflectivity for brighter views of faint deep-sky objects. This aperture resolves fine details on planets and reveals structure in distant nebulae and galaxies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollapsible Design: From 48\" to 16.75\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for ultimate portability, the Heritage 150 features a unique collapsible optical tube. The tube assembly extends to its full 48\" length for observing and retracts to a compact 16.75\" for storage and transport. This grab-and-go design allows you to easily take a large-aperture telescope to dark-sky sites, with an OTA weight of just 8 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStable Tabletop Mount Weighing 15.5 Pounds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe single-arm, alt-azimuth Dobsonian-style base provides a simple and stable platform for the telescope. Weighing 15.5 pounds, the base uses Teflon bearings for smooth motion in azimuth and an altitude locking knob for precise tension control. Its vibration-suppressing rubber feet ensure a steady view when placed on a sturdy table, car hood, or other solid, elevated surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHeritage 150 vs. Heritage 130: A 44% Brighter Image\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile both models offer excellent portability, the Heritage 150 provides a significant advantage in light-gathering power over its smaller sibling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Gathering:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Heritage 150's larger 150mm mirror collects 44% more light than the 130mm model. This translates directly to brighter images and the ability to see fainter objects and more detail in targets like the Orion Nebula (M42) or the Hercules Cluster (M13).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e The increased aperture also improves resolving power, allowing you to split closer double stars and discern finer detail in lunar craters and planetary cloud bands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Heritage 150 Tabletop Dobsonian easy to collimate after extending the tube?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the truss-tube system is designed to hold collimation well. While minor adjustments may be needed after transport, the process is straightforward for a Newtonian. You can typically touch up the primary mirror alignment in just a few minutes before observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat kind of surface is best for the Heritage 150's base?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sturdy, level surface is critical. A robust picnic table, a concrete patio ledge, or even the hood of a car can work well. The goal is to minimize vibrations and place the eyepiece at a comfortable height, which is 28 inches when pointing at the zenith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the 1.25\" helical focuser on the Heritage 150 perform?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1.25\" helical focuser is a simple, lightweight design that works by twisting the eyepiece barrel. While it can be more sensitive to adjust than a traditional rack-and-pinion or Crayford focuser, it holds focus well and is more than adequate for the included 30x and 75x magnifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I see Saturn's rings and Jupiter's moons with the Heritage 150?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The 150mm aperture provides more than enough resolution to clearly see Saturn's rings, the Cassini Division in good conditions, Jupiter's main cloud bands, and its four Galilean moons. Using a higher-power eyepiece or a Barlow lens will enhance these views.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Heritage 150 good for deep-sky objects like the Andromeda Galaxy (M31)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, its 150mm f\/5 optics are excellent for wide-field views of large deep-sky objects. The included 25mm eyepiece (30x) will frame the core of the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) nicely. From a dark-sky location, this telescope will reveal dust lanes in galaxies and resolve individual stars in brighter globular clusters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the main limitation of the Sky-Watcher Heritage 150?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary trade-off is its tabletop design. While this makes it extremely portable, it requires a separate, sturdy surface at the correct height for comfortable viewing. Observers without a suitable table may need to build a small, portable stand or sit on the ground, which can be less comfortable for long sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewtonian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Aperture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror Coatings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ)™ coatings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror Reflectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e94%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBorosilicate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Obstruction (by diameter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Obstruction (by area)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDawes Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.77 arc-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRayleigh Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.93 arc-seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Magnitude\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.36\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e295x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering (vs 130mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44% more\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\" Helical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Length (Retracted)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.75\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Length (Extended)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Outer Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e184mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTA Weight (with accessories)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.5 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.75\" x 17\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZenith Eyepiece Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e050234117104\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eHeritage 150mm Collapsible OTA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp 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