{"product_id":"explore-scientific-es-flar80640cf-iexos","title":"Explore Scientific Explore FirstLight 80mm CF Telescope Go-To Tracker Combo with Solar Filter","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e80mm Refractor Telescope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight Carbon Fiber Optical Tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiEXOS-100 PMC-Eight GoTo Equatorial Mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes Professional-Grade Solar Filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmartphone\/Tablet\/PC Wireless Control\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\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\u003eExplore FirstLight 80mm CF Telescope Go-To Tracker Combo with Solar Filter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Explore FirstLight 80mm CF Telescope Go-To Tracker Combo is a complete, dual-purpose system designed for both solar and deep-space observation. This package pairs a portable 80mm refractor with the fully robotic iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight equatorial tracker, providing a versatile platform for serious visual astronomy and entry-level astrophotography.\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\u003eFirstLight 80mm Carbon Fiber Refractor: Portable, High-Clarity Optics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of this combo is the FirstLight 80mm refractor, featuring a lightweight yet rigid carbon fiber tube. This design choice reduces weight for enhanced portability while maintaining thermal stability during temperature changes, ensuring focus remains sharp. The 80mm aperture is large enough to resolve details on planets, show structure in bright deep-sky objects, and deliver high-contrast views of the Sun's surface with the included filter.\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\u003eiEXOS-100 PMC-Eight Mount: GoTo Tracking From Your Smartphone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included iEXOS-100 mount brings full GoTo capability to a portable setup. Powered by the PMC-Eight system, this mount connects wirelessly to your smartphone, tablet, or Windows PC, allowing you to control the telescope through the intuitive ExploreStars app. Simply select an object from the celestial database, and the mount will automatically slew to it and track it across the sky, keeping it centered for extended visual study or for capturing images with a smartphone camera.\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\u003eDual-Purpose Astronomy: Safe Solar and Deep-Sky Viewing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis system is uniquely equipped for both day and night astronomy. The package includes a professional-grade Solarlite solar filter, allowing you to safely observe sunspot activity, transits, and solar eclipses. After sunset, remove the filter to explore the Moon's craters, the rings of Saturn, or track distant galaxies and nebulae with the mount's precise equatorial tracking. This versatility makes it an excellent all-in-one solution for curious observers.\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 kind of objects can I see with the Explore FirstLight 80mm telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 80mm aperture is ideal for a wide range of celestial targets. By day, the included solar filter allows for safe viewing of sunspots. At night, you can observe detailed views of the Moon's craters, the primary cloud bands of Jupiter, the rings of Saturn, and brighter deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula (M42) and the Andromeda Galaxy (M31).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I control the iEXOS-100 PMC-Eight mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iEXOS-100 mount is controlled wirelessly via the \u003cstrong\u003eExploreStars app\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is available for tablets, smartphones (iOS and Android), and Windows PCs. The app provides a user-friendly interface to align the mount, browse a database of celestial objects, and command the telescope to automatically find and track your chosen target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the included solar filter safe for viewing the Sun with the FirstLight 80mm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes.\u003c\/strong\u003e The package includes a professional Solarlite solar filter designed to fit the 80mm refractor. This filter blocks harmful radiation and reduces sunlight to a safe intensity for direct observation. Always ensure the filter is securely fitted over the front of the telescope before pointing it at the Sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the FirstLight 80mm Go-To Tracker for astrophotography of the Orion Nebula (M42)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this system is designed for entry-level astrophotography. The iEXOS-100's equatorial tracking will keep the Orion Nebula (M42) centered, allowing you to take longer exposures with a smartphone adapter or a lightweight dedicated astronomy camera to capture its color and nebulosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow will the Sun's sunspots look through the FirstLight 80mm CF telescope with the solar filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the Solarlite filter attached, the 80mm refractor will show the Sun's disc in a neutral white color. You will be able to clearly identify sunspot groups, distinguishing between the darker umbra and the lighter penumbra of larger spots. The view is sharp enough to track the changes in sunspot activity from day to day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow portable is this FirstLight 80mm CF combo for taking to dark sky sites?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis combo is designed for portability. The carbon fiber optical tube is significantly lighter than a metal equivalent, and the iEXOS-100 mount is a compact, lightweight equatorial platform. The entire system can be easily transported and set up by one person, making it an excellent choice for trips to locations with less light pollution.\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\u003eGTIN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e811803035744\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/explore-scientific-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eExplore Scientific Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Explore Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52909325320477,"sku":"ES-FLAR80640CF-IEXOS","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/ExploreScientific-Explore-FirstLight-80mm-CF-Telescope-Go-To-Tracker-Combo-with-Solar-Filter-1_71924808-71e4-4e59-8d72-1330ebb9bafc.jpg?v=1789061248","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/en-us\/products\/explore-scientific-es-flar80640cf-iexos","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}