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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 FirstLight 114mm Newtonian Telescope with Twilight Nano Mount - FL-N114500TN
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    Explore FirstLight 114mm Newtonian Telescope with Twilight Nano Mount - FL-N114500TN

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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 FirstLig...

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  • Explore FirstLight 114mm Newtonian Telescope with EQ3 Mount - FL-N114500EQ3
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    Explore FirstLight 114mm Newtonian Telescope with EQ3 Mount - FL-N114500EQ3

    Explore Scientific

    Features 114mm aperture has impressive light-gathering capability to provide excellent views of planets and bright deep sky objects. Fast focal r...

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    Original price $ 279.99 - Original price $ 279.99
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  • Explore FirstLight 130mm Newtonian Telescope with EQ3 Mount - FL-N130600EQ3
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    Explore FirstLight 130mm Newtonian Telescope with EQ3 Mount - FL-N130600EQ3

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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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    Original price $ 349.99 - Original price $ 349.99
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  • National Geographic NT114CF 114mm Reflector Telescope - 80-20114
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    National Geographic NT114CF 114mm Reflector Telescope - 80-20114

    National Geographic

    Features 114mm aperture has impressive light-gathering capability to provide excellent views of planets and bright deep sky objects. Fast focal r...

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  • National Geographic 76mm Compact Reflector Telescope - 80-20103
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    National Geographic 76mm Compact Reflector Telescope - 80-20103

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    Features 76mm Mirror Diameter 350mm Focal Length 18x-117x Magnification 6mm and 20mm Eyepieces 2x Barlow lens Built-in Compass and Mount Moon Fil...

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  • National Geographic NG114mm Newtonian Telescope w/ Equatorial Mount
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    National Geographic NG114mm Newtonian Telescope w/ Equatorial Mount

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    Features 114mm aperture has impressive light-gathering capability to provide excellent views of planets and bright deep sky objects. Fast focal r...

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    Original price $ 209.99 - Original price $ 209.99
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  • National Geographic NT114CF 114mm Reflector Telescope - 80-30114
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    National Geographic NT114CF 114mm Reflector Telescope - 80-30114

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    Features Generous 114mm aperture has impressive light-gathering capability that is perfect for lunar, planetary and deep sky observation  With th...

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  • National Geographic StarApp114 - 114mm Reflector Telescope w/ Astronomy APP
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    National Geographic StarApp114 - 114mm Reflector Telescope w/ Astronomy APP

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    Features Special mount atop telescope tube allows users to attach their device to the telescope and easily locate constellations and planets in t...

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    Vixen Telescope AP-R130Sf・SM

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    Features Stylish design Friction control system Simple polar alignment Power supply system focusing on mobility and comfort Description For ob...

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    Vixen Telescope AP-R130Sf

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    Features Stylish design Friction control system Simple polar alignment Power supply system focusing on mobility and comfort Description For ob...

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    Explore FirstLight 8" Dobsonian Telescope Package Includes ReflexSight, Astro R-Lite Red Flashlight, Tirion Double-Sided Multi-Latitude Planisphere and Moon Crater Map

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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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    National Geographic 114mm Reflector Telescope with APP

    National Geographic

    Features Special mount atop telescope tube allows users to attach their device to the telescope and easily locate constellations and planets in t...

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  • 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

    Explore Scientific

    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

    Bresser

    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

    Bresser

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

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