The FirstLight MAK100mm Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope is built for sharp planetary views and extreme portability. With a long 1400mm focal length and f/14 focal ratio, this compact optical system provides powerful magnification and crisp detail—perfect for viewing Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s bands, and lunar craters, as well as bright deep-sky targets with impressive contrast.
The included Twilight Nano alt-azimuth mount offers intuitive, panhandle-controlled movement, making it simple to track objects as they drift across the sky. The optical tube weighs just 4 lbs and measures only 32 cm (12.6") long, making it one of the best grab-and-go or travel scopes in its class.
With fully multi-coated optics, a 25mm Plössl eyepiece, 1.25" diagonal, red dot finder, and smartphone adapter, this kit gives you everything needed to begin observing and capturing the night sky immediately.
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🌟 Features & Benefits
- 100mm Maksutov-Cassegrain optics provide sharp, high-contrast views in a lightweight package
- 1400mm focal length (f/14) is optimized for lunar and planetary detail as well as bright deep sky targets
- Fully multi-coated lenses improve brightness and image clarity
- Twilight Nano Alt-Azimuth Mount with panhandle ensures smooth, user-friendly tracking
- Compact design: tube weighs only 4 lbs and is just 32 cm long—ideal for travel or fast setup
- 25mm Plössl eyepiece included for crisp, low- to mid-power viewing
- 1.25" 90° diagonal provides comfortable viewing angles
- Red dot viewfinder makes targeting objects easy
- Smartphone adapter lets you capture and share views through the eyepiece
- Downloadable astronomy software included for learning and planning your sessions
🌌 Who It’s For
- Beginners seeking a compact telescope with powerful optical performance
- Intermediate observers looking for a travel-friendly, high-magnification scope
- Planetary and lunar enthusiasts who value sharp detail and contrast
- Anyone interested in capturing photos with a smartphone through the eyepiece
🔭 What You’ll Be Able to See
- The Moon’s surface in stunning detail, including craters, ridges, and shadows
- Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s moons, and the phases of Venus
- Tight double stars and bright deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula
- Solar system and brighter Messier objects with excellent clarity
🎒 What’s Included
- FirstLight 100mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Optical Tube
- Twilight Nano Alt-Azimuth Mount
- Full-Size Tripod
- 25mm Plössl Eyepiece
- 1.25" 90° Diagonal
- Red Dot Viewfinder
- Smartphone Camera Adapter
- Downloadable Astronomy Software
Specs
| Item Number | FL-MC1001400TN |
|---|---|
| Optical Design | Maksutov-Cassegrain |
| Optical Diameter | 100 mm |
| Focal Length | 1400 mm |
| Focal Ratio | f/14 |
| Lens Coatings | Fully Multi-Coated |
| Magnification | 200x |
| Eyepiece Included | 25 mm Plössl |
| Diagonal Included | 1.25" 90° Diagonal |
| Mount Type | Twilight Nano (Alt-Az) |
| Optical Tube Weight | 4 lbs (1.8 kg) |
| Optical Tube Length | 32 cm |
| Included Accessories | Smartphone Adapter, Red Dot Viewfinder, 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: