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Heritage 130P Tabletop Dobsonian

Heritage 130P Tabletop Dobsonian
Heritage 130P Tabletop Dobsonian

Heritage 130P Tabletop Dobsonian

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Its 130mm parabolic primary mirror gathers plenty of light for detailed views of the Moon and planets while also revealing brighter galaxies, nebulae, star clusters and other deep-sky objects.

With a 130mm aperture, 650mm focal length and fast f/5 focal ratio, the Heritage 130P delivers bright, wide-field views that make it an excellent first telescope for exploring the night sky. Sky-Watcher's parabolic primary mirror and proprietary Radiant™ Aluminum Quartz (RAQ™) coatings help produce crisp, contrast-rich views of lunar detail, Jupiter and its moons, Saturn's rings, star clusters and brighter deep-sky targets.

The collapsible optical tube gives the Heritage 130P much of the light-gathering capability of a larger telescope in a design that's easy to store and transport. The tube extends quickly for observing and collapses when you're finished, making it a practical telescope for backyard astronomy, camping or trips to darker skies.

Its manual tabletop Dobsonian mount keeps operation simple. Smooth Teflon™ bearings make it easy to move the telescope across the sky, while the altitude locking knob provides controlled movement and steady viewing. Rubber feet help minimize vibration when the telescope is placed on a sturdy table or other stable surface.

For someone choosing a beginner telescope, the Heritage 130P offers an important advantage over many smaller entry-level models: enough aperture and optical capability to remain useful as your observing skills grow. It's simple enough for a first night under the stars, while capable enough to provide years of visual observing.

 

 

Key Features

 

  • 130mm aperture for bright, detailed views of the Moon, planets and deep-sky objects
  • 650mm focal length with a fast f/5 focal ratio for wide-field observing
  • Borosilicate parabolic primary mirror
  • Sky-Watcher Radiant™ Aluminum Quartz (RAQ™) mirror coatings
  • Compact tabletop Dobsonian design that's easy to use and transport
  • Collapsible optical tube for convenient storage and portability
  • Smooth manual alt-azimuth movement with Teflon™ bearings
  • Altitude locking knob for controlled, steady viewing
  • 1.25-inch helical focuser
  • Rubber feet to help minimize vibration on a stable observing surface

Specifications

Optical Info
Optical Design Newtonian
Mirror Coatings Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ)™ coatings with 94% reflectivity
Glass Type Borosilicate
Primary Aperture (mm) 130
F/Ratio 5
Focal Length (mm) 650
Secondary Diameter 40mm
Secondary Obstruction (by diameter) 31%
Secondary Obstruction by Area 10%
Observational Info
Dawes Limit 0.89
Rayleigh Limit 1.04
Limiting Mag. 13.05
Minimum Magnification 18x
Maximum Magnification 256x
Light Gathering (compared to 100mm telescope) 56%
General Info
Focuser 1.25" Helical
OTA Length (Retract/Ext.) 14.75"/25"
OTA Outer Diameter 168mm
OTA Weight (with accessories) 6.5 pounds
Dob Base Weight 13.5 pounds
Dob Base Measurements 14"x17"
Zenith Eyepiece Height 28"
Accessories
Included Finder Red Dot
Included Diagonal No
Included Eyepieces 25mm and 10mm SUPER eyepiece (1.25")
Magnification w/ Included Eyepieces 26x (25mm)/65x (10mm)
Included Case No

 

FAQ

Q: Is the Sky-Watcher Heritage 130P a good telescope for beginners?
A: Yes. The Heritage 130P is an excellent beginner telescope because its manual Dobsonian mount is simple to operate while its 130mm aperture provides enough light-gathering ability to explore the Moon, planets and brighter deep-sky objects. It offers room to grow without requiring a complicated computerized mount.
Q: What can you see with the Sky-Watcher Heritage 130P?
A: Under good observing conditions, the Heritage 130P can show detailed lunar features, Jupiter and its four brightest moons, Saturn's rings, phases of Venus, bright star clusters and a variety of nebulae and galaxies. What you can see will depend on light pollution, atmospheric conditions and the eyepiece being used.
Q: Is the Heritage 130P a tabletop Dobsonian telescope?
A: Yes. The Heritage 130P is a 130mm tabletop Dobsonian telescope. Its compact Dobsonian base is designed to sit on a sturdy table or other stable elevated surface rather than using a traditional tripod.
Q: Does the Sky-Watcher Heritage 130P need a tripod?
A: No. The Heritage 130P includes its own tabletop Dobsonian base and does not require a tripod. For the best viewing experience, place the telescope on a solid, stable surface at a comfortable observing height.
Q: Is the Sky-Watcher Heritage 130P portable?
A: Yes. Its collapsible optical tube reduces the telescope's size for transportation and storage. The compact design makes it well suited for carrying into the backyard, taking camping or transporting to a darker observing location.
Q: What eyepieces come with the Sky-Watcher Heritage 130P?
A: The Heritage 130P includes 25mm and 10mm 1.25-inch eyepieces, providing approximately 26x and 65x magnification with its 650mm focal length. Additional 1.25-inch eyepieces can be added later for different magnifications and fields of view.

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The Sky-Watcher Heritage 130P is a compact 130mm tabletop Dobsonian telescope designed for beginners who want impressive views without a complicated setup.

Its 130mm parabolic primary mirror gathers plenty of light for detailed views of the Moon and planets while also revealing brighter galaxies, nebulae, star clusters and other deep-sky objects.

With a 130mm aperture, 650mm focal length and fast f/5 focal ratio, the Heritage 130P delivers bright, wide-field views that make it an excellent first telescope for exploring the night sky. Sky-Watcher's parabolic primary mirror and proprietary Radiant™ Aluminum Quartz (RAQ™) coatings help produce crisp, contrast-rich views of lunar detail, Jupiter and its moons, Saturn's rings, star clusters and brighter deep-sky targets.

The collapsible optical tube gives the Heritage 130P much of the light-gathering capability of a larger telescope in a design that's easy to store and transport. The tube extends quickly for observing and collapses when you're finished, making it a practical telescope for backyard astronomy, camping or trips to darker skies.

Its manual tabletop Dobsonian mount keeps operation simple. Smooth Teflon™ bearings make it easy to move the telescope across the sky, while the altitude locking knob provides controlled movement and steady viewing. Rubber feet help minimize vibration when the telescope is placed on a sturdy table or other stable surface.

For someone choosing a beginner telescope, the Heritage 130P offers an important advantage over many smaller entry-level models: enough aperture and optical capability to remain useful as your observing skills grow. It's simple enough for a first night under the stars, while capable enough to provide years of visual observing.

Key Features

  • 130mm aperture for bright, detailed views of the Moon, planets and deep-sky objects
  • 650mm focal length with a fast f/5 focal ratio for wide-field observing
  • Borosilicate parabolic primary mirror
  • Sky-Watcher Radiant™ Aluminum Quartz (RAQ™) mirror coatings
  • Compact tabletop Dobsonian design that's easy to use and transport
  • Collapsible optical tube for convenient storage and portability
  • Smooth manual alt-azimuth movement with Teflon™ bearings
  • Altitude locking knob for controlled, steady viewing
  • 1.25-inch helical focuser
  • Rubber feet to help minimize vibration on a stable observing surface
Optical Info
Optical Design Newtonian
Mirror Coatings Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ)™ coatings with 94% reflectivity
Glass Type Borosilicate
Primary Aperture (mm) 130
F/Ratio 5
Focal Length (mm) 650
Secondary Diameter 40mm
Secondary Obstruction (by diameter) 31%
Secondary Obstruction by Area 10%
Observational Info
Dawes Limit 0.89
Rayleigh Limit 1.04
Limiting Mag. 13.05
Minimum Magnification 18x
Maximum Magnification 256x
Light Gathering (compared to 100mm telescope) 56%
General Info
Focuser 1.25" Helical
OTA Length (Retract/Ext.) 14.75"/25"
OTA Outer Diameter 168mm
OTA Weight (with accessories) 6.5 pounds
Dob Base Weight 13.5 pounds
Dob Base Measurements 14"x17"
Zenith Eyepiece Height 28"
Accessories
Included Finder Red Dot
Included Diagonal No
Included Eyepieces 25mm and 10mm SUPER eyepiece (1.25")
Magnification w/ Included Eyepieces 26x (25mm)/65x (10mm)
Included Case No

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Q: Is the Sky-Watcher Heritage 130P a good telescope for beginners?
A: Yes. The Heritage 130P is an excellent beginner telescope because its manual Dobsonian mount is simple to operate while its 130mm aperture provides enough light-gathering ability to explore the Moon, planets and brighter deep-sky objects. It offers room to grow without requiring a complicated computerized mount.
Q: What can you see with the Sky-Watcher Heritage 130P?
A: Under good observing conditions, the Heritage 130P can show detailed lunar features, Jupiter and its four brightest moons, Saturn's rings, phases of Venus, bright star clusters and a variety of nebulae and galaxies. What you can see will depend on light pollution, atmospheric conditions and the eyepiece being used.
Q: Is the Heritage 130P a tabletop Dobsonian telescope?
A: Yes. The Heritage 130P is a 130mm tabletop Dobsonian telescope. Its compact Dobsonian base is designed to sit on a sturdy table or other stable elevated surface rather than using a traditional tripod.
Q: Does the Sky-Watcher Heritage 130P need a tripod?
A: No. The Heritage 130P includes its own tabletop Dobsonian base and does not require a tripod. For the best viewing experience, place the telescope on a solid, stable surface at a comfortable observing height.
Q: Is the Sky-Watcher Heritage 130P portable?
A: Yes. Its collapsible optical tube reduces the telescope's size for transportation and storage. The compact design makes it well suited for carrying into the backyard, taking camping or transporting to a darker observing location.
Q: What eyepieces come with the Sky-Watcher Heritage 130P?
A: The Heritage 130P includes 25mm and 10mm 1.25-inch eyepieces, providing approximately 26x and 65x magnification with its 650mm focal length. Additional 1.25-inch eyepieces can be added later for different magnifications and fields of view.

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