StellaLyra 6" f/8 Dobsonian Telescope

StellaLyra 6" f/8 Planetary Dobsonian Telescope

NEW upgraded 6" f/8 Planetary Dobsonian with CNC-machined 2" dual-speed Crayford focuser, Altitude tension adjustment and an RA finderscope. 

Designed and manufactured to a very high standard by Guan Sheng Optical (GSO) in Taiwan. 

With a 6" aperture, a long f/8 focal ratio and only 22% secondary obstruction, this easy-to-use Dobsonian telescope is an excellent choice for observing the Moon and planets. 

Viewing the lunar surface will feel like you can reach out and scratch plaster! Venus and its phases are also viewable. In good seeing conditions, you can observe Mars with surface shading and polar cap, Jupiter's weather bands and several of its Moons and Saturn with its rings, including the Cassini division, are also clearly visible.

While the long focal length suits higher magnification visual observation, the 6" aperture and high contrast optics also provide excellent views of deep-sky objects like the M42 / Orion Nebula or bright galaxies like M81 and M82.

All StellaLyra Dobsonian telescopes are fitted with quality GSO aluminised parabolic primary mirrors with a minimum 93% reflectivity and a silicon-dioxide protective overcoat to ensure the surface remains bright for years.  

Collimation knobs on the primary mirror cell provide easy collimation adjustment without tools. 

This 6” model also features a surprisingly good CNC-machined (not cast metal) 2" dual-speed Crayford focuser for smooth, accurate focusing and zero image shift.

Fully multicoated 1.25" 9mm and 25mm Plössl eyepieces are also included, so views will be clear and sharp from the outset.  

A robust roller-bearing assembly provides smooth, reliable azimuth adjustments. Metal plates above and below the bearings prevent them from sinking into the softer wood (no divots!), so the movement remains smooth, even after years of use. 

For altitude adjustment, a robust steel shaft and CNC-machined metal plates with large knurled tension adjustment knobs, one on each side, provide smooth, precise movements and adjustable tension. 

The mount also features a convenient balance adjustment mechanism with an engraved scale that enables the telescope to be moved forward or backward for precise balance. This is useful when changing from a small eyepiece to a large, heavy one or when adding a second finderscope or binoviewer. 

A right-angled Correct Image 6x30 finder scope is included for comfort and convenience, so no cricked neck!  

NOTE: The assembly instructions are generic for 6", 8", 10" & 12" models, so please don't be concerned if your telescope is supplied with fewer screws than shown in the instructions. You will have the correct number. 

Features

• 152mm (6") Newtonian reflector optics
• 1200mm focal length
• f/8 focal ratio
• 22% secondary mirror obstruction
• Parabolic primary mirror with minimum 93% reflectivity
• Aluminium and silicon dioxide (SiO2) protective mirror coatings
• Sturdy primary mirror-cell with easy grip collimation knobs
• Rigid, steel telescope tube with 4-vane, all metal secondary Spider and adjustable primary cell
• 6x30 right-angled finderscope
• CNC-machined 2" Crayford focuser with non-marring brass compression rings 
• Smooth, stable Dobsonian mount with Azimuth tension adjustment, four-slot eyepiece holder and front carry-handle
• Supplied with fully multicoated 1.25" 9mm and 25mm Plössl eyepieces
• It also includes a 1.25" 35mm eyepiece extension and a 2-1.25" adapter, so the focuser accepts both 2" and 1.25" eyepieces