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Magnification and Aperture: The finderscope has a 6x magnification and a 30mm aperture. This provides a wide field of view, making it easier to locate celestial objects in the night sky.
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Bracket Mounting: It comes with a bracket that allows you to easily attach and align the finderscope to your telescope. This bracket typically fits into standard finderscope dovetail bases, making installation straightforward.
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Crosshair Reticle: The finderscope usually includes a crosshair reticle (often illuminated) that helps you precisely center objects within the field of view. This aids in accurate pointing and alignment with your main telescope.
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Adjustment Screws: The finderscope bracket often features adjustment screws for both altitude (up/down) and azimuth (left/right). This allows you to align the finderscope with your telescope's optical axis for accurate pointing.
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Ease of Use: It's designed to be user-friendly, especially for beginners. Once installed and aligned, the finderscope simplifies the process of locating celestial objects, serving as a guide to point your telescope in the right direction.
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Durability: Orion is known for producing durable and reliable astronomy accessories. The finderscope is typically built to withstand outdoor conditions and provide long-lasting performance.
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Compatibility: The finderscope is compatible with most telescopes that feature a standard finderscope dovetail base. It can be used with both refractor and reflector telescopes, as well as some SCTs (Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes).