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Reflectors

Explore Scientific has an extensive line of reflecting telescopes that are perfect for deep sky observing. A reflector uses mirrors to gather and focus light. Light enters the telescope through its open front end and travels to the concave primary mirror at the back. From there the light is reflected back up the tube to a flat secondary mirror, which sits at a 45° angle in relation to the eyepiece. Light bounces off of this secondary mirror and out through the eyepiece. Our reflector options include traditional Newtonian telescopes in a wide range of sizes and large aperture Dobsonians that are simple to set up and great for astronomy outreach.

  • Explore Scientific 10-inch Hybrid Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB1045C
    Explore Scientific 10-inch Hybrid Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB1045C
    Original price $ 649.95 - Original price $ 649.95
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    Explore Scientific 10-inch Hybrid Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB1045C

    Explore Scientific

    Features Comes with an excellent assortment of accessories Single-speed focuser Two eyepieces: a 25 mm Plossl; a 10 mm Plossl; Moon filter Moon m...

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    Original price $ 649.95 - Original price $ 649.95
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  • 208mm f/3.9 Newtonian Telescope
    208mm f/3.9 Newtonian Telescope
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    Original price $ 679.99 - Original price $ 679.99
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    208mm f/3.9 Newtonian Telescope

    Bresser

    DISCONTINUED 2021*Note that this is a discontinued product. This legacy information is for reference only. See our Telescope Collection for current...

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  • Explore FirstLight 130mm Newtonian Telescope with Twilight I Mount - FL-N130600MAZ01
    Explore FirstLight 130mm Newtonian Telescope with Twilight I Mount - FL-N130600MAZ01
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    Explore FirstLight 130mm Newtonian Telescope with Twilight I Mount - FL-N130600MAZ01

    Explore Scientific

    Description Whether you’re looking to delve into the details of our solar system or explore inspiring deep sky treasures, the versatile FirstLight...

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  • Explore FirstLight 203mm Newtonian Telescope - FL-N2031000
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    Original price $ 499.99 - Original price $ 499.99
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    Explore FirstLight 203mm Newtonian Telescope - FL-N2031000

    Explore Scientific

    Description Whether you’re looking to delve into the details of our solar system or explore inspiring deep sky treasures, the versatile FirstLight...

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    Original price $ 499.99 - Original price $ 499.99
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  • Explore FirstLight 8" Dobsonian Telescope - FL-DOB0806-01
    Explore FirstLight 8" Dobsonian Telescope - FL-DOB0806-01
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    Original price $ 699.99 - Original price $ 699.99
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    Explore FirstLight 8" Dobsonian Telescope - FL-DOB0806-02

    Explore Scientific

    Features 8" aperture provides major light-gathering power making this an ideal instrument for deep sky observations. Scope and mount can be trans...

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  • Explore FirstLight 8" Dobsonian Telescope - FL-DOB0806-01
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    Original price $ 829.99 - Original price $ 829.99
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    Explore FirstLight 8" Dobsonian Telescope Package- FL-DOB0806-02-PK

    Explore Scientific

    Package includes: ReflexSight, Astro R-Lite Red Flashlight, Tirion Double-Sided Multi-Latitude Planisphere and Moon Crater Map (2-Sided) Feat...

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