{"product_id":"sky-watcher-skymax-127mm-maksutov-cassegrain-telescope-large-aperture-high-contrast-views","title":"Sky-Watcher Skymax 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope – Large Aperture, High-Contrast Views","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSky-Watcher’s Maksutov-Cassegrain line blends a generous aperture with portable form, delivering sharp, high-contrast views that are well suited for planetary observing. The Skymax 127mm model combines a borosilicate primary mirror with aluminum coating and a quartz overcoat to achieve crisp detail and durable performance. The Maksutov design uses a proprietary Metallic High-Transmission Coatings (MHTC) on the corrector plate, contributing to bright, even illumination across the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this design, the focal length runs notably longer than typical fast scopes—roughly 5–7 times longer—giving you more image scale and magnification potential without an unwieldy instrument. The result is a viewing experience with a deep, charcoal-black sky backdrop and sharply defined planetary features, while still maintaining a compact footprint and a favorable price point relative to other large-aperture systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey benefits and optical design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEXPERTLY MATCHED OPTICS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matched primary\/secondary optics and a coated corrector plate yield contrast-rich views.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e94% REFLECTIVITY MIRRORS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borosilicate mirror with aluminum coating and quartz overcoat delivers crisp, clean detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFLAT FIELD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corrector plate design maintains a flat visual plane across the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePORTABLE YET CAPABLE:\u003c\/strong\u003e A large-aperture tube designed for transportable setups without sacrificing performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImaging and observing possibilities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extended focal length enhances image scale, which is particularly advantageous for planetary and lunar imaging. This configuration can support imaging with proper filters and a suitable camera, and solar observations are possible with an appropriate solar filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded accessories and mounting options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOut of the box, you get what you need to start observing: a 28mm 2-inch eyepiece, a 2-inch 90-degree star diagonal, and a 6x30 straight-through finderscope. The telescope uses a Vixen-style dovetail and includes a 1\/4-20 tripod thread under the dovetail bar, enabling compatibility with a broad range of mounts and tripods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild quality and optics notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fully baffled tube minimizes stray light for enhanced contrast during observe sessions. The combination of borosilicate glass and durable coatings is designed to sustain performance across varied observing conditions, while the MHTC-coated corrector plate helps maintain consistent brightness and image quality across the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e28mm 2-inch eyepiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2-inch 90-degree diagonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e6x30 straight-through finderscope\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVixen-style dovetail and 1\/4-20 tripod compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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: What’s included in the Skymax 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain bundle?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Includes a 28mm 2-inch eyepiece, 2-inch 90-degree diagonal, and a 6x30 finderscope, plus standard dovetail and tripod compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this telescope suitable for planetary imaging?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The long focal length and high contrast support detailed planetary imaging with appropriate filters and a compatible camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Sky-Watcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48400534864029,"sku":"B00Z4HVNEG","price":837.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/9596\/1757\/files\/sky-watcher-skymax-127mm-maksutov-cassegrain-tube.jpg?v=1781107569","url":"https:\/\/nexoltic.com\/products\/sky-watcher-skymax-127mm-maksutov-cassegrain-telescope-large-aperture-high-contrast-views","provider":"Nexoltic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}