Saxon 606R Astronomy Telescope
It is easy to begin the journey to become an astronomer with an efficient and well equipped device. Saxon the optical brand proudly introduces this model as an all in one solution for the amateur astronomer. It gives hands on for many features that are competitive with the high end models. More about Saxon 606R Refractor Astronomy Telescope is been discussed in the following review.
Type:
This model is designed with the refractor type of engineering which is a most familiar type. It uses lenses to get the magnification done and to transmit light, maintaining focus and also rendering the image quality. It opens up for exploring both terrestrial and the astronomical observation. This type gives a touch of razor sharp product definition. The dimension of the tube is 7cm in diameter and 66.5cm in length. The weight of the product is 5kgs and the height of the tripod can be set from 67cm to 119 cm.
Technical Details:
Aperture - This model is been designed with the objective lens with measures 60mm in diameter. The size of the lens dictates the brightness of the viewing image and hence it is quite clear that larger the aperture the brighter will be the viewing image. This model does a justification up to intermediate level of observation and beginners can get the most out of it.
Focal length – The focal length is 600mm which is the distance between the eyepiece and the lens. It helps to seek the magnification level.
Magnification – The highest practical power available in this model is 325x and it gives an entry to exploring the dark night sky. Viewing of the lunar and the planets along with the nebulae, star clusters and the planet rings are possible with this said magnification.
Focal Ratio – The focal ratio accounts as f/10 and when it serves with the aperture and the focal distance it combines to give a perfect magnification effect on the viewing image.
Features:
- Finder scope which helps to locate the object and track it in the deep night sky is an essential aspect for such devices and Saxon 606R Alt-Azimuth Mount Telescope comes with the 5×24 finder scope.
- If required to use this device for both the terrestrial and the celestial observation then the need for the erecting eyepiece exists. This model is been provided with the 45 degrees erecting eyepiece which allows the user to view the terrestrial objects when used without this erecting eyepiece the object will be transformed up side down.
- Mount is another essential device which holds the telescope firmly and gives a hands free observation. The mount present in this model is alt-azimuth which allows you to adjust both ways making it suitable for the user.
- Slow motion control is an added feature of this model which allows you to adjust on the vertical side.
Miscellaneous:
Added to these Saxon 606R Celestial and Astronomical Telescope comes with the accessory tray which runs from wall to wall. The tripod belongs to the standard type made of aluminium. It also comes with the rubber eye cups of 9mm and 20mm for boosting the magnification effect. The other standard accessories are the soft carrying case, colour printed Star & Moon charts and the astronomical software which are been provided by the manufacturer.
Saxon 606R Astronomy Telescope – Technical Specification Table
| Manufacturer | Saxon |
| Model Name | 606R Refractor Astronomy Telescope |
| Telescope Type | Refractor |
| Aperture | 60 mm |
| Focal length | 600 mm |
| Focal ratio | F/10.0 |
| Eyepieces | 9mm and 25mm |
| Highest Useful Magnification | 325x |
| Tube dimension | 7cm in diameter; 66.5cm in length |
| Motor drive | Single axis |
| Tripod height | 67 – 119cm |
| Mount | Alt-azimuth |
| Finder scope | 5×24 |
| Weight | Tube weight – 1.40kg; shipping weight – 5 kg |
| Slow motion control | Vertical only |
| Focuser diameter | 1.25″ |
| Accessory tray | Wall to wall |
| Application | Both celestial and terrestrial |
| Erecting prism | 45 degrees |
| Accessories | Soft carrying case, built-in compass, colour printed Star & Moon charts and astronomical software |