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Celestron AstroMaster LT 76AZ Telescope - Discontinued
Celestron AstroMaster LT 76AZ Telescope - Discontinued
Celestron AstroMaster LT 76AZ Telescope - Discontinued
Celestron AstroMaster LT 76AZ Telescope - Discontinued
Celestron AstroMaster LT 76AZ Telescope - Discontinued
Celestron AstroMaster LT 76AZ Telescope - Discontinued

Celestron AstroMaster LT 76AZ Telescope - Discontinued

by Celestron
SKU CEL-31036
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CA$188.00 - CA$188.00
CA$188.00
CA$188.00 - CA$188.00
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  • 76mm (2.99") Newtonian Reflector Optics
  • 700mm Focal Length (f/9.21)
  • Manual Alt-Azimuth Mount with Steel Tripod
  • Includes Two Eyepieces for 35x & 70x Magnification
  • Total Kit Weight of Just 8.6 lbs (3.9 kg)
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  • Celestron AstroMaster LT 76AZ Telescope

    The Celestron AstroMaster LT 76AZ Telescope combines a 76mm aperture with a 700mm focal length to deliver clear, bright views of the Moon and planets. This Newtonian reflector gathers 118x more light than the human eye, resolving details down to 1.53 arc seconds. The complete kit weighs only 8.6 lbs and includes two eyepieces for 35x and 70x magnification right out of the box.

    76mm Newtonian Optics: 118x More Light Than Your Eye

    The heart of the AstroMaster LT 76AZ is its 76mm primary mirror, which provides enough light-gathering power to transform backyard observing. This aperture is ideal for revealing the craters of the Moon, the four Galilean moons of Jupiter, and the iconic rings of Saturn. With a limiting stellar magnitude of 11.9, it can also show you the brighter deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula (M42) and the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) from a dark location.

    The f/9.21 focal ratio is forgiving for beginner eyepieces and makes focusing simple. While the scope uses a spherical primary mirror, a cost-effective design, the long focal ratio minimizes potential aberrations, ensuring sharp views of bright celestial targets.

    Manual Alt-Azimuth Mount with a 31.75mm Steel Tripod

    Designed for simplicity and stability, the AstroMaster LT 76AZ features a manual alt-azimuth mount that arrives pre-assembled with the tripod. Operation is intuitive: simply move the tube up, down, left, and right to point at your target. This direct control is perfect for quickly locating the Moon or tracking a planet as it moves across the sky.

    Unlike many starter telescopes that use aluminum, this model includes a full-height tripod with 31.75mm (1.25") diameter steel legs. This provides a sturdier foundation, reducing vibrations for a steadier view at higher magnifications. An included accessory tray keeps your eyepieces organized and within easy reach during your observing session.

    A Complete Kit with 35x & 70x Magnification

    This telescope is a complete observing package. It comes with two eyepieces—a 20mm for wide, low-power views at 35x, and a 10mm for closer, high-power views at 70x. The built-on StarPointer red dot finderscope makes aiming the telescope easy by projecting a red dot onto a non-magnified window, allowing you to align it with your target quickly.

  • What can I realistically see on Jupiter with the AstroMaster LT 76AZ?

    With the Celestron AstroMaster LT 76AZ, you can easily see Jupiter's four largest moons, known as the Galilean moons (Io, Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto). On nights with steady seeing, the 70x magnification provided by the 10mm eyepiece is sufficient to resolve Jupiter's two main equatorial cloud belts as distinct dark bands across the planet's disk.

    Is the AstroMaster LT 76AZ powerful enough to see the Orion Nebula (M42)?

    Yes. From a location with reasonably dark skies, the 76mm aperture will show the Orion Nebula (M42) as a distinct, hazy patch of light surrounding the stars of Orion's sword. Using the 20mm eyepiece for a low-power 35x view will provide the best results, framing the nebula against the background sky. In urban areas, it may be more challenging to see, appearing as a faint smudge.

    How easy is the AstroMaster LT 76AZ to set up for a beginner?

    The AstroMaster LT 76AZ is designed for fast, tool-free setup. The main components are the optical tube and the pre-assembled tripod/mount. You simply attach the optical tube to the mount using the CG-5 dovetail bar, insert an eyepiece, and you are ready to observe. The entire process typically takes less than 10 minutes.

    What is the first upgrade I should get for my AstroMaster LT 76AZ?

    A great first upgrade is a 2x Barlow lens. This accessory will double the magnification of your existing eyepieces, giving you 70x with the 20mm and 140x with the 10mm. This provides a significant boost in power for viewing details on the Moon and planets without having to buy multiple new eyepieces.

    Is the 76mm aperture of the AstroMaster LT 76AZ good for viewing from the city?

    Yes, for certain targets. The 76mm aperture is excellent for cutting through city light pollution to view bright objects like the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn, and Mars. These objects are bright enough to be largely unaffected by skyglow. However, for observing faint deep-sky objects like galaxies and nebulae, you will achieve much better results by taking the lightweight, 8.6 lb telescope to a darker location away from city lights.

  • Optical Design Newtonian Reflector | Spherical Primary Mirror
    Aperture 76mm (2.99")
    Focal Length 700mm (28")
    Focal Ratio f/9.21
    Light Gathering Power 118x (Compared to human eye)
    Resolution (Dawes) 1.53 arc seconds
    Resolution (Rayleigh) 1.83 arc seconds
    Limiting Stellar Magnitude 11.9
    Highest Useful Magnification 180x
    Lowest Useful Magnification 11x
    Optical Coatings Glass mirrors coated with aluminum and SiO₂
    Secondary Mirror Obstruction 35mm (1.37")
    Obstruction by Diameter 46%
    Obstruction by Area 21%
    Mount Type Manual Alt Azimuth
    Tripod Steel, 31.75mm (1.25") leg diameter
    Height Range (Mount & Tripod) 812.8mm - 1295.4mm (32" - 51")
    Dovetail Compatibility CG-5 Dovetail bar
    Included Eyepiece 1 20mm (35x Magnification)
    Included Eyepiece 2 10mm (70x Magnification)
    Finderscope Built-on StarPointer™ red dot finderscope
    Star Diagonal None
    Optical Tube Length 602mm (23.7")
    Optical Tube Diameter 119.5mm (4.7")
    Optical Tube Weight 3.9 lbs (1.77 kg)
    Total Kit Weight 8.6 lbs (3.9 kg)
    Included Software Celestron Starry Night Basic Edition & SkyPortal App

    • Optical tube

      × 1

    • Tripod and mount (preassembled)

      × 1

    • 20mm eyepiece

      × 1

    • 10mm eyepiece

      × 1

    • Red-dot finderscope

      × 1

    • Manual

      × 1

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