Sky-Watcher 6x30 straight illuminated finderscope for telescopes

Sky-Watcher 6x30 straight illuminated finderscope

Product overview

The Sky-Watcher 6x30 straight finderscope with illuminated crosshairs is an essential accessory for astronomical telescopes. This high-quality finder features a 30mm achromatic doublet objective with anti-reflection coatings and a fixed eyepiece with illuminated crosshairs providing 6x magnification. The finderscope produces an inverted image both horizontally and vertically, which is standard for straight finders.

Key features and specifications

Magnification: 6x
Objective diameter: 30mm
Achromatic doublet lens design
Anti-reflection coatings for enhanced light transmission
Illuminated crosshairs for precise targeting
Straight-through design
Focus adjustment via objective lens collar with locking ring
Includes finder bracket with dovetail mounting

Technical advantages

Optical performance

The achromatic doublet objective effectively minimizes chromatic aberration, ensuring sharp and clear images across the field of view. The multi-layer anti-reflection coatings significantly reduce light loss and improve contrast, making faint objects easier to locate.

Illuminated crosshairs system

The built-in illumination system for the crosshairs allows comfortable use in various lighting conditions. The brightness can typically be adjusted to match ambient light levels, preventing the crosshairs from washing out in bright conditions or being too bright during dark sky observations.

Focusing mechanism

User focusing is achieved through the objective lens collar with a secure locking ring. This design provides precise focus adjustment while maintaining the finder's alignment once properly set.

Applications and compatibility

This finderscope is ideal for:

Locating deep-sky objects
Initial telescope alignment
Navigation across star fields
General astronomical observations

The included dovetail bracket ensures compatibility with most telescope tube rings and mounting systems. The 6x30 configuration provides an optimal balance between magnification and field of view, making it suitable for telescopes with focal lengths from 600mm to 2000mm.

Installation and setup

The finderscope mounts easily using the supplied bracket with dovetail attachment. Proper alignment with the main telescope is crucial for effective use. The finder should be aligned during daylight using a distant terrestrial object, then fine-tuned on a bright star during nighttime observations.

What's included

Sky-Watcher 6x30 straight finderscope
Finder bracket with dovetail mounting
Protective caps

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This product is available in the following variants:
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Sky-Watcher 6x30 finderscope with mounting bracket (black)	49.10 €
Sky-Watcher 6x30 Straight-Through Finder Scope with Upright Image	53.20 €
Sky-Watcher 6x30 finderscope with mount - mirror image	59.35 €
Sky-Watcher 6x30 90° right angle finder scope - mirror image	61.40 €
Sky-Watcher 6x30 straight illuminated finderscope	69.60 €
Sky-Watcher Evoguide 50/242 ED guide scope	311.90 €

Sky-Watcher 6x30 straight illuminated finderscope