{"product_id":"celestron-inspire-100az-refractor-telescope","title":"Celestron Inspire 100AZ Refractor Telescope","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCelestron Inspire 100AZ Refractor Telescope\u003c\/strong\u003e is a portable 100mm f\/6.5 refractor for observing the Moon, planets, star clusters, brighter deep-sky objects and terrestrial subjects. Its fully coated optics, erect-image diagonal and manual altazimuth mount make it a versatile first telescope for astronomy and daytime viewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete kit includes two eyepieces, a StarPointer Pro red-dot finderscope, an integrated smartphone adapter, a removable red LED light and a full-height steel tripod with a built-in accessory tray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/22403_Inspire_100AZ_01_Smartphone-Callout.jpg?v=1699990008\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Celestron Inspire 100AZ refractor telescope with integrated smartphone adapter\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e100mm Fully Coated Refractor Optics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 100mm aperture gathers substantially more light than smaller beginner refractors, while the 660mm focal length produces a useful wide field of view. This combination is well suited to sweeping star fields, observing open clusters and viewing brighter objects such as the Orion Nebula and Andromeda Galaxy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe optical system has a focal ratio of f\/6.5 and fully coated glass surfaces. Celestron specifies a limiting stellar magnitude of 12.5 and light-gathering power 212 times that of the unaided eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/22403_Inspire_100AZ_03.jpg?v=1699990011\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"100mm fully coated refractor optical tube on the Celestron Inspire 100AZ\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eManual Altazimuth Mount\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe manual altazimuth mount uses a panning handle and clutch for smooth up-and-down and left-and-right movement. It is designed for direct visual pointing and manual following as objects drift across the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a motorised GoTo telescope and it does not provide automatic tracking. No external power is required for the telescope or mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/22403_Inspire_100AZ_05.jpg?v=1699990010\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Manual altazimuth mount and panning handle of the Inspire 100AZ telescope\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIntegrated Smartphone Adapter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated smartphone adapter clamps over a compatible eyepiece and holds the phone in position for simple images of the Moon, planets and terrestrial subjects. Celestron states that it fits telescope eyepieces with an outside diameter of 45mm or smaller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMost smartphones can remain in their cases, although very large or bulky cases may need to be removed. A smartphone is \u003cstrong\u003enot included\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/22403_Inspire_100AZ_07.jpg?v=1699990007\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Integrated smartphone photography adapter fitted to Celestron Inspire 100AZ\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEyepieces, Diagonal and StarPointer Pro\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied 20mm Kellner eyepiece gives 33× magnification and the 10mm Kellner eyepiece gives 66×. The 1.25-inch 90° erect-image diagonal produces a correctly orientated view, making the telescope suitable for both astronomical and daytime terrestrial observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe StarPointer Pro red-dot finderscope helps centre objects before viewing them through the main telescope. A Barlow lens is not stated as included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/22403_Inspire_100AZ_09.jpg?v=1699990009\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Eyepiece, erect-image diagonal and StarPointer Pro details on Inspire 100AZ\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIntegrated Red LED Light\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe red LED light fits into the mount to illuminate the accessory tray while helping preserve night vision. It can also be removed and used as a handheld flashlight when setting up or packing away in the dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePortable No-Tool Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe telescope is designed for quick assembly without tools. Its tripod incorporates a folding accessory tray, and the adjustable steel legs provide a height range of 812.8mm to 1295.4mm including the mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe optical tube weighs 2.2kg and the mount with tripod weighs 3.64kg. Celestron specifies a complete kit weight of 5.62kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/22403_Inspire_100AZ_11.jpg?v=1699990009\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Complete portable Celestron Inspire 100AZ telescope and adjustable tripod\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e100mm f\/6.5 refractor optical tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManual altazimuth mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdjustable steel tripod with folding accessory tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e20mm Kellner eyepiece providing 33× magnification\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e10mm Kellner eyepiece providing 66× magnification\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1.25-inch 90° erect-image diagonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStarPointer Pro red-dot finderscope\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrated smartphone adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemovable red LED flashlight \/ mount light\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFree download of the Celestron SkyPortal app\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e A smartphone, Barlow lens, solar filter, carrying case and additional filters are not stated as included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOptical Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eOptical design\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRefractor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e100mm (3.94 inches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eFocal length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e660mm (25.98 inches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eFocal ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ef\/6.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eOptical coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFully coated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eEyepiece 1\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e20mm Kellner (1.25 inch); 33× magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eEyepiece 2\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e10mm Kellner (1.25 inch); 66× magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eStar diagonal\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e90° erect image (1.25 inch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eFinderscope\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStarPointer Pro red-dot finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eRayleigh resolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1.37 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eDawes resolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1.14 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eLight-gathering power\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e212× compared with the unaided eye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eHighest useful magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e241×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eLowest useful magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e15×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eLimiting stellar magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e12.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eOptical-tube length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e436mm (17.2 inches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eOptical-tube diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e100mm (3.93 inches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eOptical-tube weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2.2kg (4.9lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eDovetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCG-3 dovetail bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMount and Tripod\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eMount type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eManual altazimuth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eMovement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePanning handle with clutch; manual slewing and tracking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eHeight adjustment range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e812.8–1295.4mm (32–51 inches), including mount and tripod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eTripod legs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e31.75mm (1.25-inch) steel legs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eAccessory tray\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBuilt in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eDovetail compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCG-3 saddle plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eMount and tripod weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.64kg (8lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eComplete kit weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e5.62kg (12.4lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eSoftware\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCelestron Starry Night Basic Edition and SkyPortal app\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSolar Safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff4e5;border-left:4px solid #f28c00;padding:16px;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning: Never look directly at the Sun through this telescope without a correctly fitted, certified full-aperture solar filter.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003ePermanent and irreversible eye damage can occur. Never use an eyepiece-type solar filter and never project an image of the Sun through the telescope. Unfiltered sunlight can damage the optics and accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eNever leave the telescope unattended, especially when children are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstruction Manuals\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe official Inspire telescope manual covers models 22401, 22402, 22403 and 22407. Separate StarPointer Pro setup and instruction documents are also available from Celestron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/celestron-site-support-files.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/support_files\/22401_22402_22403_22407_Inspire_Telescope_Manual_5Lang_9-24_F.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#111;color:#fff;padding:14px 20px;margin:6px;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eView \/ Download Inspire Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/celestron-site-support-files.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/support_files\/51635%20StarPointer%20PRO-QSG-A5-PRINT-0924.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f28c00;color:#111;padding:14px 20px;margin:6px;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eStarPointer Pro Quick Setup Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55642762805624,"sku":"22403-CGL","price":299.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/01-22403_Inspire_100AZ_01_Smartphone-Callout.jpg?v=1787904176","url":"https:\/\/www.darkclearskies.co.uk\/products\/celestron-inspire-100az-refractor-telescope","provider":"Dark Clear Skies ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}