Meade Polaris 90mm Equatorial Refractor Telescope
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$299.99
The Polaris 90 telescope includes slow-motion controls that allow for easy tracking of objects in the night sky. Includes a Red-Dot finder scope, 2x Barlow lens, three eyepieces, and erect-image diagonal. Assembled weight is approximately 18 lbs.
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  • More Info
    • A 90mm refracting telescope with 1000mm focal Length
    • Features a stable Equatorial mount with slow-motion controls, making it easy to track celestial objects as they move across the night sky
    • Comes with three eyepieces that provide low, medium and high-powered magnification for viewing a wide range of objects (Moon, planets, or land) plus a 2x Barlow lens also to double the magnification - essentially like having 6 different eyepieces!
    • Red-Dot finder scope included
    • Bonus Autostar Suite Astronomer Edition Software download available - with over 10,000 celestial objects displayed (Windows PC only)

    The Polaris 90mm Telescope has a 90mm aperture and focal length of 1000mm (f/11.1). The stable Equatorial mount includes slow-motion control cables that allow for easy and quick viewing across different directions. The telescope includes accessories such as a Red-Dot Viewfinder, 2x Barlow Lens, and three eyepieces that provide varying levels of magnification. This gives you the versatility of both narrow and wide fields of view. The Polaris 90mm comes complete with everything you need to view the wonders of the night sky the first time out. When fully assembled, the Polaris 90mm weighs approximately 18 lbs.

    Each Polaris telescope also comes with AutoStar Suite Astronomer Edition Software available as a download. This bonus planetarium software will help you learn the night sky and displays more than 10,000 celestial objects including planets, stars, galaxies, and nebulae. Furthermore, the Polaris Refractor Series telescopes are perfect for the observer who views both astronomical and terrestrial objects - meaning, you can observe objects in both the sky and on land using the included 90 degree erect-image diagonal.

    The Polaris Series telescopes come in a variety of apertures including 114mm and 127mm reflectors. These telescopes deliver bright and clear images with the greatest detail and enables observation of the craters of the Moon, Saturn's rings, and even Jupiter's surface. Meade's Polaris telescopes are perfect for the astronomer who wishes to manually observe and discover the night sky with ease.

    Warranty

    Limited Warranty against defects in materials or workmanship for two years from date of purchase. This warranty is provided by Meade for the benefit of the original retail purchaser only. For complete warranty details contact Meade at 800-626-3233.

    Warning

    Please note this product was not designed or intended by the manufacturer for use by a child 12 years of age or younger.

    Product Support

    Visit our product support section for instruction manuals and more

  • Specs
    • Best for viewing:
      Lunar & planetary
    • Best for imaging:
      Lunar & planetary
    • User level:
      Beginner
    • Optical design:
      Refractor
    • Front-end outside tube diameter:
      4.30 in.
    • Optical diameter:
      90mm
    • Focal length:
      1000mm
    • Focal ratio:
      f/11.1
    • Coatings:
      Fully coated
    • Eyepieces:
      Kellner 26.0mm,6.3mm (1.25")
    • Magnification with included eyepieces:
      38x, 159x
    • Resolving power:
      115.80arc*sec
    • Lowest useful magnification:
      13x
    • Highest useful magnification:
      180x
    • Highest theoretical magnification:
      180x
    • Limiting stellar magnitude:
      12.5
    • Optical quality:
      Diffraction limited
    • Finder scope:
      Reflex sight
    • Focuser:
      1.25" Rack-and-pinion
    • Mount type:
      Equatorial
    • Astro-imaging capability:
      Lunar & planetary
    • Dovetail bar system:
      Yes
    • Computerized compatibility:
      Not compatible
    • Polar-axis scope:
      Not available
    • Tripod material:
      Aluminum & Steel
    • Length of optical tube:
      38.5 in.
    • Weight, fully assembled:
      18.0 lbs.
    • Additional included accessories:
      slow motion controls
    • Other features:
      26mm, 9mm and 6.3mm MA 1.25" eyepieces, Red Dot Finder, 2x Barlow
    • Warranty:
      Two year
  • In The Box

    90mm Refractor
    EQ mount
    Three eyepieces (6.3mm,9mm, 26mm), 1.25"
    2X Barlow, 1.25"
    90 degree erect-image diagonal
    Red-dot viewfinder
    Two slow-motion cables
    Counterweight Shaft
    Counterweight
    Accessory tray
    Quick-Start Guide

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    A per-item shipping charge (in addition to the standard shipping and handling charge) applies to this product due to its size and weight. This charge varies based on the shipping method.

    Standard Delivery: $0.00
    Standard Delivery to Canada: $90.00
    3 Day Delivery: $160.00
    2 Day Delivery: $160.00
    Next Day Delivery: $195.00

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