{"product_id":"skywatcher-explorer-150p-newtonian-reflector-telescope-10912-ota","title":"Sky-Watcher Explorer 150P Newtonian Reflector Telescope – Optical Tube Assembly (OTA) Only","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSky-Watcher Explorer 150P Newtonian Reflector Telescope OTA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePowerful 150mm f\/5 Newtonian Reflector Optical Tube Assembly for Astronomy and Astrophotography\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSky-Watcher Explorer 150P Newtonian Reflector Telescope OTA\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance optical tube assembly designed for intermediate astronomers and ambitious beginners seeking excellent deep-sky and planetary viewing. 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This allows observers to detect fainter objects and see more detail in deep sky targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenefits include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrighter views of nebulae and galaxies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImproved planetary detail and contrast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnhanced star cluster resolution\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear lunar surface observation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003e33% more light gathering than a 130mm telescope\u003c\/strong\u003e, it provides noticeably improved performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eParabolic Mirror for Sharp, High-Contrast Images\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike spherical mirrors found in entry-level reflectors, the Explorer 150P uses a precision \u003cstrong\u003eparabolic primary 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Moon and planetary surfaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJupiter, Saturn, and Mars\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNebulae and galaxies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStar clusters and double stars\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe telescope supports magnifications up to \u003cstrong\u003ex300\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on accessories used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Accessory Package for Immediate Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Explorer 150P includes essential accessories to get started immediately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e25mm eyepiece (x30 magnification)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10mm eyepiece (x75 magnification)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2× Barlow lens (x60 and x150 magnification 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