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Explore One Aurora II Flat Black 114mm Slow Motion AZ Mount Telescope - Discontinued

Explore One Aurora II Flat Black 114mm Slow Motion AZ Mount Telescope - Discontinued

by Explore Scientific
SKU ES-88-20114
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$199.99 - $199.99
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  • 114mm (4.5") Newtonian Reflector Optics
  • 500mm Focal Length
  • Alt-Azimuth Mount with Slow-Motion Controls
  • Includes Plossl Eyepieces for 20x and 52x Magnification
  • Red-Dot Viewfinder for Easy Object Location
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  • Explore One Aurora II Flat Black 114mm Slow Motion AZ Mount Telescope

    The Explore One Aurora II telescope combines a 114mm primary mirror with a 500mm focal length to gather significant light for exploring deep-sky objects like galaxies and nebulae. Out of the box, the included Plossl eyepieces provide magnifications of 20x for wide-field scanning and 52x for focusing on more detailed targets like star clusters or the Moon.

    114mm Newtonian Optics: 500mm Focal Length for Wide Fields

    The Aurora II's optical system is built around a 114mm (4.5") primary mirror, a significant aperture for an entry-level instrument that provides bright, detailed images. Paired with a short 500mm focal length, this Newtonian reflector delivers a wide field of view, making it easier to locate celestial objects and frame large targets like the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) or the Pleiades star cluster (M45).

    Complete Starter Kit: 2 Eyepieces for 20x & 52x Magnification

    This telescope arrives ready for observing with a simple, user-friendly design. The alt-azimuth mount features smooth slow-motion controls, allowing you to track objects precisely as they drift across the sky without the complexity of an equatorial mount. The package includes two Plossl eyepieces for 20x and 52x magnification and a red-dot finder to help you aim the telescope accurately.

    • 20x Magnification: Ideal for sweeping the Milky Way and locating faint objects.
    • 52x Magnification: Provides a closer look at lunar craters, Jupiter's moons, and the brighter star clusters.
    • Slow-Motion Controls: Make fine adjustments in altitude and azimuth to keep your target centered in the eyepiece, which is critical at higher magnifications.

  • What can I see with the Explore One Aurora II 114mm telescope?

    The 114mm aperture is large enough to reveal details on the Moon's surface, the primary cloud belts of Jupiter, the rings of Saturn, and numerous deep-sky objects. From a dark location, you can observe bright galaxies like Andromeda (M31), nebulae like the Orion Nebula (M42), and dozens of star clusters.

    Is the Aurora II 114mm telescope good for a beginner?

    Yes, it is an excellent choice for beginners. The simple alt-azimuth mount with slow-motion controls is intuitive to use, the red-dot finder makes aiming easy, and the 114mm aperture provides rewarding views without a steep learning curve. It's designed for a quick and stable setup for casual backyard astronomy.

    How do the slow-motion controls on the Aurora II mount work?

    The slow-motion controls are flexible cables with knobs that allow you to make very fine adjustments to the telescope's position, both up-down (altitude) and left-right (azimuth). This lets you smoothly follow an object as the Earth rotates, keeping it perfectly centered in the eyepiece, which is much more precise than simply pushing the tube.

    What is the purpose of the 20x and 52x eyepieces included with the Aurora II?

    The two eyepieces offer different magnifications for different tasks.

    • The low-power 20x eyepiece gives you a wider field of view, which is best for finding objects and observing large star clusters or nebulae.
    • The medium-power 52x eyepiece zooms in for more detailed views of the Moon, planets, and smaller celestial targets.

    Can I use the Explore One Aurora II to see the Orion Nebula (M42)?

    Absolutely. The Orion Nebula is a bright and large target, perfect for the Aurora II. The telescope's 114mm aperture will easily reveal the glowing gas clouds and the Trapezium star cluster at its core. Use the 20x magnification to frame the entire nebula, then switch to 52x to get a closer look at its structure.

    How will Jupiter's moons look through the Aurora II 114mm telescope?

    Even at 52x magnification, you will be able to clearly see Jupiter's four largest moons (Io, Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto) as distinct points of light flanking the planet. On nights with steady seeing, you may also be able to resolve Jupiter's two main equatorial cloud belts as faint bands across its disk.

  • Aperture 114mm (4.5")
    Focal Length 500mm
    Optical Design Newtonian Reflector
    Mount Type Alt-Azimuth with Slow-Motion Controls
    Included Magnifications 20x, 52x
    Eyepiece Type Plossl
    Finder Scope Red-Dot Finder
    Tripod Full-Size Adjustable
    GTIN 8122570187652
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