Zhumell's 16-inch Truss-Dobsonian Telescope combines the best of impressive power and light-gathering capacity with remarkable portability. Because this telescope assembles and disassembles quickly, you can transport it to your favorite observation point with relative ease.
This massive telescope features diffraction-limited, fully coated optics and top-quality components at a price comparable to standard Dobsonian telescopes. See the universe like you've never seen it before:
Fully Coated, Diffraction-Limited Optics - These fully coated Zhumell optics will provide crisp, contrast-rich images in impeccable detail. Aluminum coatings with magnesium fluoride ensure maximum brightness.
2-inch Crayford-Style Focuser with 1.25-inch Adapter - Enjoy smooth, precision focusing with this machined-aluminum focuser. A unique focus-tension knob and focus-lock design put you in complete control over the focus.
Built-In Primary Mirror Cooling Fan - This feature will bring the telescope into thermal equilibrium quickly and efficiently. The battery-powered fan is mounted to the rear of the "vented" primary mirror cell for fast cooling.
Steel RA Roller Bearings - Roller bearings make movements smooth and effortless.
SuperView 30mm Eyepiece - This is a premium 5-element 2 inch eyepiece with excellent flatness of field and 22mm eye relief. The lens is fully mulit-coated and has a 68-degree field of view
Plossl 9mm - Great for high power planetary and lunar observation.
Lightweight Aluminum Trusses. Despite its formidable size, this telescope is surprisingly portable thanks to its lightweight aluminum trusses. This telescope can be set up and taken down quickly, making it a valuable asset for fully enjoying your favorite dark-sky location.
Metal Rear Tube with Primary Mirror Cell. This metal tube holds the telescope's primary mirror. It is equipped with a built-in cooling fan for fast temperature equilibrium.
Laminated Base. The base of this telescope is designed to last. It is laminated for protection against dew and inclement weather. This platform is extremely stead as well, allowing for stable high-power viewing.
