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StarBlast 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor Telescope fully assembled and faced to the left.
  • StarBlast 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor Telescope fully assembled and faced to the left.
  • StarBlast 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor Telescope fully assembled and faced to the right, alongside a padded case and accessory pouch.
  • Side profile of a fully assembled StarBlast 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor Telescope faced to the left.
  • Close up of a StarBlast 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor Telescope's front objective with the dew shield fully extended.
  • Close up of a compass fixed to the base of the StarBlast 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor Telescope's mount head.
  • An arrangement of accessories included with the StarBlast 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor Telescope, including a padded carry case, accessory pouch, and a copy of MoonMap 260.
  • A top down view of an accessory pouch loaded with accessories, including two eyepieces, a red dot finder, and 90 degree correct image diagonal.
StarBlast 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor Telescope

StarBlast 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor Telescope

$199.95 $339.95

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The StarBlast 102 mm AZ Refractor At a Glance

  • Portable travel kit with all the components you need to get started right away, included two 1.25" Plossl eyepieces
  • Suitable for both daytime and night sky viewing
  • The entire kit pack neatly into the included carrying case with shoulder and hand straps for easy transport
  • The included red dot finder helps locate and center targets
  • Comes with a copy of MoonMap 260, detailed lunar chart for identifying features on the Moon’s surface
  • The alt-azimuth pan head mount features smooth two-axis movement and a snap-in accessory tray

Learn More About the StarBlast 102 mm AZ Refractor

Is the StarBlast 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor Right for You?

The StarBlast 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor is designed for beginners who are looking for a portable system with everything needed to start exploring the night sky right away. This beginner-friendly refractor is not designed for astrophotography, although, with a simple smartphone adapter (not included), you can easily capture quick photos and videos of your observations. Due to the 102 mm aperture, it doesn't perform well on dim deep sky targets under light-polluted skies, and the 600 mm focal length does not provide enough magnification to resolve surface details of the planets. 

What You'll See and Why It Works

The 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor features multi-coated optics with enhanced light transmission, a 102 mm (4.02″) aperture, and 600 mm focal length at a focal ratio of f/5.9. With the two included 1.25" Plossl eyepieces, you will enjoy exceptional views of our Moon, bright deep sky targets, such as the Orion Nebula (M42), and star clusters. Thanks to the 90° correct-image diagonal, this telescope is also a capable daytime spotting scope, producing upright and correctly oriented views of landscapes and distant terrestrial subjects. It also comes with a compact red dot finder that makes it easy to locate and center targets in the telescope's eyepiece. The telescope comes with a compact alt-azimuth style mount and tripod with a smooth panning handle, sturdy adjustable steel legs, and a convenient accessory tray. All these accessories will fit neatly alongside the tripod and telescope OTA in the included travel bag.

What You Should Know Before You Buy

Is the StarBlast 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor good for beginners?

Yes. The StarBlast 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor is an excellent telescope for beginners because it is simple, portable, and comes with everything needed to start exploring right out of the box.

Does the StarBlast 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor find objects automatically?

No. The StarBlast 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor is fully manual. You point it yourself using the alt-azimuth mount and red dot finder.

Can I take pictures with it?

Yes! However, you will need a smartphone adapter, which will let you take quick photos or videos of the Moon and bright planets. The StarBlast 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor It is not designed for serious long-exposure deep-sky astrophotography.

What comes with the telescope?

The StarBlast 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor kit includes a 25 mm and 10 mm 1.25" Plossl eyepiece, a 90° correct-image diagonal, a red dot finder, and it even comes with a convenient accessory pouch. The entire kit fits neatly alongside the tripod and telescope OTA in the included travel bag. It also comes with a copy of MoonMap 260, a detailed water-resistant map of our largest natural satellite.

Is it portable?

Orion StarBlast 102 mm Travel Refractor is an excellent choice for those looking for a durable and lightweight telescope designed to tag along on all your adventures. The entire kit weighs just over 10 lbs., and everything fits neatly inside the included travel bag.

What should I buy with it first?

The most useful first upgrades are a 2x Barlow lens, a higher-power eyepiece, a Moon filter, and a smartphone adapter.

What’s Included and What to Add Later

  • 102 mm Refractor OTA: The main telescope
  • 25 mm Plossl Eyepiece, 1.25": A Starter eyepiece that provides 24x magnification
  • 10 mm Plossl Eyepiece, 1.25": A Starter eyepiece that provides 60x magnification
  • Red Dot Finder Scope: Which helps you aim the telescope
  • 90° Correct-Image Diagonal, 1.25": Which provide a comfortable and natural viewing experience
  • Steel Tripod with Two-Way Pan Head: For straightforward pointing and tracking
  • Accessory Tray: To hold your extra eyepieces when not in use
  • Accessory Pouch: To store the eyepieces, finder, and diagonal when transporting the telescope
  • Carrying Case: Which makes it easy to bring the entire kit along on all your adventures

A great accessory upgrade for this kit is a 2x Barlow lens, which will double the magnification of your eyepiece, giving you more viewing options. Other popular accessories, such as a Moon filter and a smartphone adapter, also provide additional ways to explore the night sky. Another great accessory to add to your kit is a red LED flashlight, which helps preserve your natural night vision.
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Setup, Care, and Support

The StarBlast 102 mm AZ Travel Refractor Telescope is pre-assembled at the factory and ships in a single box. The entire kit fits neatly in the included travel bag and accessory pouch. Refractor telescopes require minimal maintenance; however, you may need to occasionally remove dust and debris from the external and optical surfaces. Before wiping the optical surfaces with a microfiber cloth and specialized optical cleaning solution, be sure to carefully remove dust or debris with a soft-bristle lens brush or lens blower.

Key Specifications

SKU 10283
Model Number Orion StarBlast AZ Refractor
Telescope Optical Design Refractor
Telescope Aperture 102 mm
Telescope Focal Ratio f/5.9
Telescope Focal Length 600 mm
Number of Refractor Elements Doublet (2)
Optical Coatings Fully Coated
Lowest Useful Magnification 15x
Highest Useful Magnification 200x
Focuser Design Rack & Pinion
Focuser Size 1.25"
Focuser Speed Single Speed
Optical Tube Assembly Material Aluminum
Optical Tube Assembly Length 22.8"
Total Weight 10.6 lbs.
Warranty Orion StarGuard 2-Year Warranty

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