{"product_id":"celestron-travel-scope-60-refractor-telescope","title":"Celestron Travel Scope 60 Refractor Telescope","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Celestron Travel Scope 60 is a lightweight refractor telescope designed for quick setup and dependable daytime and nighttime observing wherever you go.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompact and travel-ready, this 60 mm refractor pairs a durable optical tube with an adjustable tripod and a padded backpack so you can take views of landscapes, the Moon, bright planets, and star clusters on short notice. The Travel Scope balances simple manual Alt‑Az control with a set of practical accessories—two eyepieces, a 45° erect-image diagonal, a 3× Barlow, a finder, a Moon filter, and Starry Night software—making it a versatile starter instrument for hikers, campers, and backyard stargazers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow easy is it to set up and carry the Travel Scope 60?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet up takes just a few minutes: the optical tube mounts to an adjustable tripod and the included pan-handle Alt‑Az mount lets you point and track with simple clutch control. The whole kit weighs about 3.3 pounds and stows in a custom travel backpack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuick-attach optical tube and pan-handle Alt‑Az mount for smooth pointing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTripod legs adjust to different heights or table-top use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCustom backpack stores tube, tripod and accessories for easy transport.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat magnification and views can I expect with the included accessories?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Travel Scope 60 ships with 20 mm and 8 mm eyepieces plus a 3× Barlow. Those pieces combine to provide a useful range of magnifications for broad scenic viewing and higher-power looks at lunar features and brighter celestial objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard eyepieces deliver low and medium magnification for framing targets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3× Barlow triples eyepiece power for detailed close-ups when conditions permit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e45° erect-image diagonal corrects the view for upright terrestrial observation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the mount and focusing work for tracking objects?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manual Alt‑Az mount uses a pan handle and clutch to make smooth up\/down and left\/right motions, which is intuitive for beginners and convenient for quick target acquisition. Focusing is achieved with the telescope’s basic focuser—fine enough for casual observing and photography with compatible adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlt‑Az clutch enables controlled panning and simple tracking by hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinder scope helps center targets before using higher magnifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTripod provides a stable platform for steady views and framing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich accessories help with lunar and daytime viewing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes targeted tools to improve comfort and clarity: a Moon filter reduces glare for lunar observation, and the erect-image diagonal keeps daytime scenes upright for spotting-scope use. The finderscope and Starry Night software support locating and planning targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMoon filter threads onto eyepieces to cut brightness when needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5×20 finderscope speeds up target acquisition at low power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStarry Night software download helps identify sky objects and plan sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? The Celestron Travel Scope 60 is aimed at people who want a no-fuss, portable telescope that works for both daytime spotting and basic celestial observing. It fits hikers, campers, travelers and beginner astronomers who value light weight, quick setup, and a complete accessory bundle that lets them start observing right away without buying extras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use the Travel Scope 60 for daytime wildlife viewing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The included 45° erect-image diagonal produces right-side-up views that make it suitable for spotting and terrestrial observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What magnifications are possible with the included eyepieces and Barlow?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: With the 20 mm and 8 mm eyepieces plus the 3× Barlow, expect a spread of low to high powers, roughly 54× and 135× at the highest combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48444184330397,"sku":"B0BTQ7RY7X","price":63.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/9596\/1757\/files\/celestron-travel-scope-front-view.jpg?v=1781541867","url":"https:\/\/nexoltic.com\/products\/celestron-travel-scope-60-refractor-telescope","provider":"Nexoltic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}