Bring the solar system into stunning focus with the FirstLight MAK100, a compact Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope engineered for sharp, high-contrast planetary and lunar views. With a 1400mm focal length and f/14 focal ratio, this scope offers impressive magnification in a highly portable package—perfect for exploring craters on the Moon, the bands of Jupiter, and bright deep-sky objects.
This telescope system includes the EXOS Nano EQ3 German Equatorial Mount, providing smooth manual tracking and stable support for any observing session. Complete with a 25mm Plössl eyepiece, red dot finder, and a smartphone adapter, it’s everything you need to start your celestial journey right out of the box.
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🌟 Features & Benefits
- 100mm Maksutov-Cassegrain optics provide excellent sharpness and contrast in a lightweight format
- 1400mm focal length and f/14 focal ratio enable detailed views of planets, the Moon, and bright star clusters
- EXOS Nano EQ3 German Equatorial Mount offers intuitive manual tracking of celestial objects
- Fully multi-coated optics enhance brightness and reduce glare
- 25mm Plössl eyepiece delivers clean, wide-field views
- Red dot finder helps quickly locate targets in the night sky
- 1.25" 90° diagonal provides comfortable viewing angles
- Smartphone adapter included for capturing photos of lunar craters, Saturn’s rings, and more
- Ideal grab-and-go telescope for backyard viewing, travel, or outreach events
🌌 Who It’s For
- Beginners and casual astronomers looking for a simple, high-performance visual setup
- Lunar and planetary observers who want crisp, detailed views in a compact form
- Traveling stargazers or those with limited setup space
- Anyone interested in easy entry into smartphone astrophotography
🔭 What You’ll Be Able to See
- Stunning detail on the Moon’s surface, including crater ridges and shadows
- Planetary features like Saturn’s rings and Jupiter’s moons
- Bright double stars and select deep sky objects under dark skies
- Rich star fields and open clusters like the Pleiades
🎒 What’s Included
- 100mm f/14 Maksutov-Cassegrain Optical Tube Assembly (1400mm FL)
- EXOS Nano EQ3 German Equatorial Mount
- 25mm Plössl Eyepiece
- 1.25" 90° Diagonal
- Red Dot Viewfinder
- Smartphone Adapter
- Instruction Manual & Documentation
Specs
| Item Number | FL-MC1001400EQ |
|---|---|
| Optical Design | Maksutov-Cassegrain |
| Optical Diameter | 100 mm |
| Focal Length | 1400 mm |
| Focal Ratio | f/14 |
| Lens Coatings | Fully Multi-Coated |
| Magnification | 200x (with included eyepiece) |
| Eyepiece Included | 25 mm Plössl |
| Focuser | 40 mm Draw Tube |
| Diagonal | 1.25" 90° Diagonal |
| Mount Type | EXOS Nano EQ3 German Equatorial |
| Included Accessories | Smartphone Adapter, Red Dot Finder, Downloadable Software |
Warranty Information
This product is covered by a Limited One-Year USA Warranty, valid when registered within 60 days of purchase. To activate your warranty, please visit the Explore Scientific website and complete the registration form at: