Meade Personal Solar Telescope PST
$ 799.99
Meade Personal Solar Telescope PST
Meade SKU: PST | Helix SKU: MEPST
Overview
The Personal Solar Telescope (PST) is a Coronado innovation. The world's most popular telescope to observe the Sun. This 40mm diameter highly portable dedicated solar telescope features completely internal non-removable and student safe solar filtering optics with a 1.0 angstrom hydrogen-alpha (Ha) bandpass for great surface detail. The PST will show you the dynamic, ever changing prominences at the edge of the Sun as well as filaments and other surface details in amazing detail, all in the brilliant and distinctive red color of hydrogen-alpha light.
Study of the solar disk is now within the reach of the amateur astronomer. The PST represents the same technology and quality that goes into a SolarMax series telescope available to the new solar astronomer at the cost of some single premium eyepieces.
Features a 40mm diameter dedicated Ha optical system with 30mm internal etalon primary blocking filter and incorporated focuser and bandpass fine adjustment controls and built in solar viewfinder. 400mm focal length, f/10 focal ratio, with Kellner 20mm eyepiece. Tripod not included. Weight is 3 pounds.
Mounting options include use on a standard photo tripod (scope is threaded for a standard camera 1/4-20 mounting bolt). A custom hard case is available separately - see stock number MEPSTC.
Open up a whole new world of astronomy with the Coronado PST.
Meade SolarMax III 90MM Double Stack Solar Telescope with RichView System & 30MM Blocking Filter
$ 7,999.99 - Sold Out
Meade SolarMax III 90MM Double Stack Solar Telescope with RichView System & 30MM Blocking Filter
Meade SKU: 324014 | Helix SKU: ME324014
Overview
Introducing Meade’s new and improved Coronado SolarMax III (SM3) Hydrogen – alpha solar telescopes!
The SolarMax III is a 90mm f/8.9 refractor equipped with 90mm external hydrogen – alpha (H-α) filters. Available in both single-stacked (<0.7Å) and double-stacked (<0.5Å) bandpasses and either 15mm or 30mm blocking filters. What makes the SM3 standout?
The SM3 90mm has a new two-speed rack & pinion focuser which creates a more user-friendly interaction with the telescope. The two-speed, 2” focuser has both coarse and fine focus controls allowing the user to get a more precise focus, critical for both solar imaging and visual observing.
Additionally, the SM3 90mm includes only external “True” H-α etalon filters giving higher contrast views and sharper features compared with models using smaller internal H-α etalon designs. Experience darker backgrounds, sharper features, and higher contrast with the new SolarMax III series telescope.
The SM3 90mm also includes Coronado’s patented RichView tuning allowing direct tuning of the primary etalon filter. The patented RichView tuning technology provides additional tuning range and an overall better way of adjusting the filters bandpass. No other commercially available H-α telescope can provide the tuning range and accuracy of the new SolarMax III telescope. Now you can tune for the highest contrast views of your favorite solar features without sacrificing image quality.
Double Stacked models ((<0.5Å bandpass) include two “True” external etalon filters. One etalon filter equipped with our patented RichView tuner and second etalon with tip-tilt tuning using Coronado’s T-Max tuner. Whether you are focusing on the solar edge or surface features in the chromosphere, the SolarMax III 90mm is the solar scope for you. Since both etalon filters are now external to the telescope, you can easily remove both filters and rear blocking filter diagonal to use the scope as a normal refractor for night time astronomy. It’s like having two scopes in one!
The new Coronado 90mm SolarMax III series telescope with enhanced rack & pinion focuser and large external etalon(s) are now the perfect way to view the Sun! The SM3 90mm comes with an included 12mm, 18mm, 25mm CEMAX eyepieces, CEMAX 2x Barlow, Sol Ranger™ Solar Finder, Vixen-style dovetail mounting rail, and an all-new black and gold Aluminum Hard Carry Case (Dimensions: 26.5" x 8.66" x 8.66").
Specifications
| Series | SolarMax III Solar Telescopes |
|---|---|
| Clear Aperture | 90mm |
| Optical Design | Achromatic Refractor |
| Optical Coatings | Fully Multi-Coated |
| Focal Length | 800mm |
| Focal Ratio | f/8.9 |
| Viewfinder | Sol Ranger™ |
| Eyepiece(s) | Coronado CEMAX 12mm, 18mm, 25mm |
| Barlow | CEMAX 2x Barlow |
| Focuser Mechanism | 2" Rack and Pinion with (7:1) Fine Focus |
| Diagonal | 90 Degree Diagonal with Solar Filters- 30mm Blocking Filter |
| Dovetail | Vixen-Style |
| Assembled Product Dimensions | 31.2" L x 6.2" W x 7.0" H (792mm x 157mm x 178mm) - with CEMAX eyepiece |
| Assembled Product Weight | 21.6 lbs. - with CEMAX eyepiece |
Meade SolarMax III 90MM Solar Telescope with RichView System & 30MM Blocking Filter
$ 5,999.99 - Sold Out
Meade SolarMax III 90MM Solar Telescope with RichView System & 30MM Blocking Filter
Meade SKU: 324013 | Helix SKU: ME324013
Overview
Introducing Meade’s new and improved Coronado SolarMax III (SM3) Hydrogen – alpha solar telescopes!
The SolarMax III is a 90mm f/8.9 refractor equipped with 90mm external hydrogen – alpha (H-α) filters. Available in both single-stacked (<0.7Å) and double-stacked (<0.5Å) bandpasses and either 15mm or 30mm blocking filters. What makes the SM3 standout?
The SM3 90mm has a new two-speed rack & pinion focuser which creates a more user-friendly interaction with the telescope. The two-speed, 2” focuser has both coarse and fine focus controls allowing the user to get a more precise focus, critical for both solar imaging and visual observing.
Additionally, the SM3 90mm includes only external “True” H-α etalon filters giving higher contrast views and sharper features compared with models using smaller internal H-α etalon designs. Experience darker backgrounds, sharper features, and higher contrast with the new SolarMax III series telescope.
The SM3 90mm also includes Coronado’s patented RichView tuning allowing direct tuning of the primary etalon filter. The patented RichView tuning technology provides additional tuning range and an overall better way of adjusting the filters bandpass. No other commercially available H-α telescope can provide the tuning range and accuracy of the new SolarMax III telescope. Now you can tune for the highest contrast views of your favorite solar features without sacrificing image quality.
Double Stacked models ((<0.5Å bandpass) include two “True” external etalon filters. One etalon filter equipped with our patented RichView tuner and second etalon with tip-tilt tuning using Coronado’s T-Max tuner. Whether you are focusing on the solar edge or surface features in the chromosphere, the SolarMax III 90mm is the solar scope for you. Since both etalon filters are now external to the telescope, you can easily remove both filters and rear blocking filter diagonal to use the scope as a normal refractor for night time astronomy. It’s like having two scopes in one!
The new Coronado 90mm SolarMax III series telescope with enhanced rack & pinion focuser and large external etalon(s) are now the perfect way to view the Sun! The SM3 90mm comes with an included 12mm, 18mm, 25mm CEMAX eyepieces, CEMAX 2x Barlow, Sol Ranger™ Solar Finder, Vixen-style dovetail mounting rail, and an all-new black and gold Aluminum Hard Carry Case (Dimensions: 26.5" x 8.66" x 8.66").
Specifications
| Series | SolarMax III Solar Telescopes |
|---|---|
| Clear Aperture | 90mm |
| Optical Design | Achromatic Refractor |
| Optical Coatings | Fully Multi-Coated |
| Focal Length | 800mm |
| Focal Ratio | f/8.9 |
| Viewfinder | Sol Ranger™ |
| Eyepiece(s) | Coronado CEMAX 12mm, 18mm, 25mm |
| Barlow | CEMAX 2x Barlow |
| Focuser Mechanism | 2" Rack and Pinion with (7:1) Fine Focus |
| Diagonal | 90 Degree Diagonal with Solar Filters- 30mm Blocking Filter |
| Dovetail | Vixen-Style |
| Assembled Product Dimensions | 27.9" L x 6.2" W x 7.0" H (708mm x 157mm x 178mm) - with CEMAX eyepiece |
| Assembled Product Weight | 17.47 lbs. - with CEMAX eyepiece |
Meade SolarMax III 90MM Double Stack Solar Telescope with Richview System & 15MM Blocking Filter
$ 6,999.99 - Sold Out
Meade SolarMax III 90MM Double Stack Solar Telescope with Richview System & 15MM Blocking Filter
Meade SKU: 324012 | Helix SKU: ME324012
Overview
Introducing Meade’s new and improved Coronado SolarMax III (SM3) Hydrogen – alpha solar telescopes!
The SolarMax III is a 90mm f/8.9 refractor equipped with 90mm external hydrogen – alpha (H-α) filters. Available in both single-stacked (<0.7Å) and double-stacked (<0.5Å) bandpasses and either 15mm or 30mm blocking filters. What makes the SM3 standout?
The SM3 90mm has a new two-speed rack & pinion focuser which creates a more user-friendly interaction with the telescope. The two-speed, 2” focuser has both coarse and fine focus controls allowing the user to get a more precise focus, critical for both solar imaging and visual observing.
Additionally, the SM3 90mm includes only external “True” H-α etalon filters giving higher contrast views and sharper features compared with models using smaller internal H-α etalon designs. Experience darker backgrounds, sharper features, and higher contrast with the new SolarMax III series telescope.
The SM3 90mm also includes Coronado’s patented RichView tuning allowing direct tuning of the primary etalon filter. The patented RichView tuning technology provides additional tuning range and an overall better way of adjusting the filters bandpass. No other commercially available H-α telescope can provide the tuning range and accuracy of the new SolarMax III telescope. Now you can tune for the highest contrast views of your favorite solar features without sacrificing image quality.
Double Stacked models ((<0.5Å bandpass) include two “True” external etalon filters. One etalon filter equipped with our patented RichView tuner and second etalon with tip-tilt tuning using Coronado’s T-Max tuner. Whether you are focusing on the solar edge or surface features in the chromosphere, the SolarMax III 90mm is the solar scope for you. Since both etalon filters are now external to the telescope, you can easily remove both filters and rear blocking filter diagonal to use the scope as a normal refractor for night time astronomy. It’s like having two scopes in one!
The new Coronado 90mm SolarMax III series telescope with enhanced rack & pinion focuser and large external etalon(s) are now the perfect way to view the Sun! The SM3 90mm comes with an included 12mm, 18mm, 25mm CEMAX eyepieces, CEMAX 2x Barlow, Sol Ranger™ Solar Finder, Vixen-style dovetail mounting rail, and an all-new black and gold Aluminum Hard Carry Case (Dimensions: 26.5" x 8.66" x 8.66").
Specifications
| Series | SolarMax III Solar Telescopes |
|---|---|
| Clear Aperture | 90mm |
| Optical Design | Achromatic Refractor |
| Optical Coatings | Fully Multi-Coated |
| Focal Length | 800mm |
| Focal Ratio | f/8.9 |
| Viewfinder | Sol Ranger™ |
| Eyepiece(s) | Coronado CEMAX 12mm, 18mm, 25mm |
| Barlow | CEMAX 2x Barlow |
| Focuser Mechanism | 2" Rack and Pinion with (7:1) Fine Focus |
| Diagonal | 90 Degree Diagonal with Solar Filters- 15mm Blocking Filter |
| Dovetail | Vixen-Style |
| Assembled Product Dimensions | 31.2" L x 6.2" W x 7.0" H (792mm x 157mm x 178mm) - with CEMAX eyepiece |
| Assembled Product Weight | 21.6 lbs. - with CEMAX eyepiece |
Meade SolarMax III 90MM Solar Telescope with RichView System & 15MM Blocking Filter
$ 4,999.99 - Sold Out
Meade SolarMax III 90MM Solar Telescope with RichView System & 15MM Blocking Filter
Meade SKU: 324011 | Helix SKU: ME324011
Overview
Introducing Meade’s 90mm SolarMax III (SM3) Hydrogen– alpha solar telescopes!
The SolarMax III is a 90mm f/8.9 refractor equipped with 90mm external hydrogen – alpha (H-α) filters. Available in both single-stacked (<0.7Å) and double-stacked (<0.5Å) bandpasses and either 15mm or 30mm blocking filters. What makes the SM3 standout?
The SM3 90mm has a new two-speed rack & pinion focuser which creates a more user-friendly interaction with the telescope. The two-speed, 2” focuser has both coarse and fine focus controls allowing the user to get a more precise focus, critical for both solar imaging and visual observing.
Additionally, the SM3 90mm includes only external “True” H-α etalon filters giving higher contrast views and sharper features compared with models using smaller internal H-α etalon designs. Experience darker backgrounds, sharper features, and higher contrast with the new SolarMax III series telescope.
The SM3 90mm also includes Coronado’s patented RichView tuning allowing direct tuning of the primary etalon filter. The patented RichView tuning technology provides additional tuning range and an overall better way of adjusting the filters bandpass. No other commercially available H-α telescope can provide the tuning range and accuracy of the new SolarMax III telescope. Now you can tune for the highest contrast views of your favorite solar features without sacrificing image quality.
Double Stacked models ((<0.5Å bandpass) include two “True” external etalon filters. One etalon filter equipped with our patented RichView tuner and second etalon with tip-tilt tuning using Coronado’s T-Max tuner. Whether you are focusing on the solar edge or surface features in the chromosphere, the SolarMax III 90mm is the solar scope for you. Since both etalon filters are now external to the telescope, you can easily remove both filters and rear blocking filter diagonal to use the scope as a normal refractor for night time astronomy. It’s like having two scopes in one!
The new Coronado 90mm SolarMax III series telescope with enhanced rack & pinion focuser and large external etalon(s) are now the perfect way to view the Sun! The SM3 90mm comes with an included 12mm, 18mm, 25mm CEMAX eyepieces, CEMAX 2x Barlow, Sol Ranger™ Solar Finder, Vixen-style dovetail mounting rail, and an all-new black and gold Aluminum Hard Carry Case (Dimensions: 26.5" x 8.66" x 8.66").
Specifications
| Series | SolarMax III Solar Telescopes |
|---|---|
| Clear Aperture | 90mm |
| Optical Design | Achromatic Refractor |
| Optical Coatings | Fully Multi-Coated |
| Focal Length | 800mm |
| Focal Ratio | f/8.9 |
| Viewfinder | Sol Ranger™ |
| Eyepiece(s) | Coronado CEMAX 12mm, 18mm, 25mm |
| Barlow | CEMAX 2x Barlow |
| Focuser Mechanism | 2" Rack and Pinion with (7:1) Fine Focus |
| Diagonal | 90 Degree Diagonal with Solar Filters- 15mm Blocking Filter |
| Dovetail | Vixen-Style |
| Assembled Product Dimensions | 27.9" L x 6.2" W x 7.0" H (708mm x 157mm x 178mm) - with CEMAX eyepiece |
| Assembled Product Weight | 17.47 lbs. - with CEMAX eyepiece |
