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Reflectors

Explore Scientific has an extensive line of reflecting telescopes that are perfect for deep sky observing. A reflector uses mirrors to gather and focus light. Light enters the telescope through its open front end and travels to the concave primary mirror at the back. From there the light is reflected back up the tube to a flat secondary mirror, which sits at a 45° angle in relation to the eyepiece. Light bounces off of this secondary mirror and out through the eyepiece. Our reflector options include traditional Newtonian telescopes in a wide range of sizes and large aperture Dobsonians that are simple to set up and great for astronomy outreach.

  • Explore Scientific - Generation II - 10-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB1045-00
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    Explore Scientific - Generation II - 10-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB1045-00

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    This item is currently out of stock and on backorder. Description This is a Generation II telescope. All updates have been performed on this tele...

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  • Explore Scientific - Generation II - 12-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB1245-00
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    Explore Scientific - Generation II - 12-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - ES-DOB1245-01

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    Description This is a Generation II telescope. All updates have been performed on this telescope. No telescope type has changed the hobby quite as...

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  • Explore Scientific - Generation II - 16-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB1645-00
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    Explore Scientific - Generation II - 16-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - ES-DOB1645-01

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    Description This is a Generation II telescope. All updates have been performed on this telescope. No telescope type has changed the hobby quite as...

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  • Explore Scientific - Generation II - 20-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB2036-00
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    Explore Scientific - Generation II - 20-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB2036-00

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    IN STOCK This is a special order item. Contact CS at 866-252-3811, from 8 am to 5 pm Central Time Zone, USA.  There are additional custom delivery ...

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  • 208mm f/3.9 Newtonian Telescope
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    208mm f/3.9 Newtonian Telescope

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    DISCONTINUED 2021*Note that this is a discontinued product. This legacy information is for reference only. See our Telescope Collection for current...

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  • Explore Scientific N208CF Newtonian Telescope - Astrograph Edition - N208CF-01
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    Explore Scientific N208CF Newtonian Telescope - Astrograph Edition - N208CF-01

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    Discontinued Item *Note that this is a discontinued product. This legacy information is for reference only. Description The Explore Scientific N20...

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  • Explore FirstLight 130mm Newtonian Telescope with Twilight I Mount - FL-N130600MAZ01
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    Explore FirstLight 130mm Newtonian Telescope with Twilight I Mount - FL-N130600MAZ01

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    Description Whether you’re looking to delve into the details of our solar system or explore inspiring deep sky treasures, the versatile FirstLight...

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  • Explore FirstLight 130mm Newtonian Telescope - Optical Tube Only - FL-N130600-OTA
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    Explore FirstLight 130mm Newtonian Telescope - Optical Tube Only - FL-N130600-OTA

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    Features Generous 130mm aperture showcases galaxies, nebulae and star clusters with its impressive light-gathering capability. Fast focal ratio (...

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  • Explore FirstLight 150mm Newtonian Telescope - FL-N150750
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    Explore FirstLight 150mm Newtonian Telescope - FL-N150750

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    Description Whether you’re looking to delve into the details of our solar system or explore inspiring deep sky treasures, this versatile FirstLigh...

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  • Explore FirstLight 203mm Newtonian Telescope - FL-N2031000
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    Explore FirstLight 203mm Newtonian Telescope - FL-N2031000

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    Description Whether you’re looking to delve into the details of our solar system or explore inspiring deep sky treasures, the versatile FirstLight...

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  • Bresser Quasar 80/900 EQ Telescope
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    Bresser Quasar 80/900 EQ Telescope

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    Features Easy and quick set-up Equatorial mount for exact following Extensive range of accessories Description The achromatic objective lens i...

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  • Bresser Pluto 114/500 EQ Telescope
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    Bresser Pluto 114/500 EQ Telescope

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    Features Large 40mm secondary mirror Diffraction limited optics for ideal sharpness and contrast Fully adjustable optics Description The BRESS...

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

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    Features This Explore One Aurora II reflector has a generous 114mm aperture that swallows up lots of light to showcase deep sky beauties like gal...

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  • Explore FirstLight 10" Dobsonian Telescope - FL-DOB1005-01
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    Explore FirstLight 10" Dobsonian Telescope - FL-DOB1005-02

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    Features Fully multi-coated primary mirror. 10" aperture provides impressive light-gathering power making this an ideal instrument for deep sky o...

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  • Bresser Reflektor 130/650 EQ3 Telescope
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    Bresser Reflektor 130/650 EQ3 Telescope

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    Features High-quality beginners' telescope with a large aperture Equatorial mount with flexible shafts Field tripod for a high stability Descr...

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  • Bresser Spica 130/650 EQ3 Telescope
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    Bresser Spica 130mm EQ2 Telescope

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    Features Complete set of telescope, tripod, mount and many accessories for starting immediately Easy to use reflector telescope for beginners Fin...

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  • Bresser Pollux 150/1400 EQ3 Telescope
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    Bresser Pollux 150/1400 EQ3 Telescope

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    Features Catadioptric mirror telescope with high focal length for beginners and amateur astronomer Stable mount and tripod Smartphone Holder Brac...

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  • Explore One Aurora 114mm Reflector Telescope
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    Explore One Aurora 114mm Reflector Telescope

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    Features Reflector has generous 114mm aperture that swallows up lots of light to showcase deep sky beauties like galaxies, nebulae and star clust...

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  • Explore Scientific 10-inch Hybrid Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB1045C
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    Explore Scientific 10-inch Hybrid Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB1045C

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    Features Comes with an excellent assortment of accessories Single-speed focuser Two eyepieces: a 25 mm Plossl; a 10 mm Plossl; Moon filter Moon m...

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    Explore FirstLight 10" Dobsonian Telescope Package - FL-DOB1005-02-PK

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    Package includes: ReflexSight, Astro R-Lite Red Flashlight, Tirion Double-Sided Multi-Latitude Planisphere and Moon Crater Map (2-Sided) Feat...

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