{"product_id":"celestron-starsense-explorer-150mm-tabletop-dobsonian","title":"Celestron StarSense Explorer 150mm Tabletop Dobsonian","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCelestron StarSense Explorer 150mm Tabletop Dobsonian\u003c\/strong\u003e combines a parabolic Newtonian reflector with Celestron’s StarSense Explorer smartphone navigation. Place a compatible phone in the supplied dock, select an object in the app and follow the on-screen arrows while moving the telescope by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact tabletop Dobsonian base provides smooth manual movement in altitude and azimuth. The complete kit weighs 11.33kg (25lb) and can be placed on a stable table or other firm platform at a comfortable observing height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/22482_Starsense_Explorer_150mm_Tabletop_Dobsonian_01.jpg?v=1727801573\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Celestron StarSense Explorer 150mm tabletop Dobsonian telescope with smartphone dock\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSmartphone-Guided Night-Sky Navigation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStarSense Explorer uses the phone camera and Celestron’s sky-recognition technology to analyse star patterns and determine where the telescope is pointing. After the phone and telescope are aligned, the app creates a list of suitable targets for the time and location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSelect an object and move the telescope in the direction shown by the arrows. The on-screen bullseye changes to green when the target is ready to view through the eyepiece. The telescope remains fully manual; it has no motors, GoTo drive or automatic tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/22482_Starsense_Explorer_150mm_Tabletop_Dobsonian_03.jpg?v=1688141703\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"StarSense Explorer app navigation on the Celestron 150mm tabletop Dobsonian\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e150mm Parabolic Newtonian Optics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 150mm (5.9 inches) primary mirror has a focal length of 750mm (29.5 inches) and a focal ratio of f\/5. Its aluminium coating has a silicon-dioxide overcoat, and the steel optical tube uses a 1.25-inch rack-and-pinion focuser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe optical system is intended for visual observation of the Moon and planets, double stars, open clusters and brighter nebulae and galaxies. Fainter deep-sky objects become easier to see from darker observing locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTabletop Dobsonian Base\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe altazimuth tabletop base uses smooth bearings and an adjustable altitude-brake system. Tube rings and a dovetail bar allow the optical tube to be repositioned so the focuser can be placed at a comfortable angle. Integrated handles assist with carrying the assembled telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn optional Celestron tripod is available separately for observers who want a free-standing setup. A tripod is \u003cstrong\u003enot included\u003c\/strong\u003e with this telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/22482_Starsense_Explorer_150mm_Tabletop_Dobsonian_10.jpg?v=1727801609\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Tabletop Dobsonian base and manual altitude control on the Celestron StarSense Explorer 150mm\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTwo Eyepieces Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied 25mm Kellner eyepiece provides 30× magnification, while the supplied 10mm Kellner eyepiece provides 75×. Both fit the 1.25-inch focuser. A StarPointer red-dot finderscope is also included for direct manual aiming and initial alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe base-mounted eyepiece rack keeps the second eyepiece close to hand. A collimation cap is supplied for checking and adjusting the Newtonian mirrors when necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/22482_Starsense_Explorer_150mm_Tabletop_Dobsonian_08.jpg?v=1727801600\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Focuser, eyepiece and StarPointer finder on the Celestron StarSense Explorer 150mm\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSmartphone Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron currently states compatibility with Android 12 or later and iOS 18 or later, including iPhone XR and newer models. Compatibility can vary by individual handset, camera arrangement and operating-system version, so check Celestron’s current compatibility list before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe smartphone shown in product images is \u003cstrong\u003enot included\u003c\/strong\u003e. The StarSense Explorer app and the supplied unlock code are required for guided navigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePortable Visual Telescope\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe telescope is designed for straightforward visual observing at home or at a darker site. Its optical tube can be separated from the base for transport, and the base includes carry handles. Place the base only on a stable, level surface with enough room for the tube to move freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/22482_Starsense_Explorer_150mm_Tabletop_Dobsonian_15.jpg?v=1727801632\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Celestron StarSense Explorer 150mm tabletop Dobsonian being carried\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e150mm (5.9 inches) Newtonian reflector optical tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManual altazimuth tabletop Dobsonian base\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e25mm Kellner eyepiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e10mm Kellner eyepiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStarPointer red-dot finderscope\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStarSense Explorer smartphone dock\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStarSense Explorer app unlock code\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEyepiece rack\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCollimation cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDust covers for the optical tube and focuser\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, free-standing tripod, power bank and additional eyepieces or filters are not stated as included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/22482_Starsense_Explorer_150mm_Tabletop_Dobsonian_17.jpg?v=1727801641\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Included components supplied with the Celestron StarSense Explorer 150mm tabletop Dobsonian\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\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;\"\u003eNewtonian reflector with parabolic primary mirror\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e150mm (5.9 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;width:40%;\"\u003eFocal length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e750mm (29.5 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;width:40%;\"\u003eFocal ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ef\/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;width:40%;\"\u003eEyepiece 1\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e25mm Kellner; 30× 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;width:40%;\"\u003eEyepiece 2\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e10mm Kellner; 75× 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;width:40%;\"\u003eHighest useful magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e354×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eLowest useful magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e21×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eLimiting stellar magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e13.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eLight-gathering power\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e459× compared with the human 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;width:40%;\"\u003eOptical coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAluminium with SiO₂ overcoat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eMirror material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStandard optical glass for primary and secondary mirrors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSecondary-mirror minor axis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e47mm (1.85 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;width:40%;\"\u003eTube material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eFocuser\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1.25-inch rack-and-pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eFinderscope\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStarPointer 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;width:40%;\"\u003eRayleigh resolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.92 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;width:40%;\"\u003eDawes resolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.77 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;width:40%;\"\u003eOptical-tube dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e723.9mm long × 190.5mm diameter (28.5 × 7.5 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;width:40%;\"\u003eOptical-tube weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4.08kg (9lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMount and Complete Kit\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 tabletop Dobsonian base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eBase material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eParticle board with melamine surfaces and edge trim; CARB compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eBase dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e482.6 × 482.6 × 469.9mm (19 × 19 × 18.5 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;width:40%;\"\u003eBase weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e7.26kg (16lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSlew speeds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eManual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSoftware\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStarSense Explorer app and Celestron Starry Night Basic Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eComplete telescope kit weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e11.33kg (25lb)\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 tabletop Dobsonian manual, quick setup guide and StarSense Explorer app guide cover English, French, German, Italian and Spanish.\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\/SSE%20TT%20DOB%20Instruction%20Manual%205%20Languages.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 Telescope Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/celestron-site-support-files.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/support_files\/SSE%20Tabletop%20Dob%20QSG-5_Lang_web.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;\"\u003eView \/ Download Quick Setup Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/celestron-site-support-files.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/support_files\/StarSense_Explorer_App_QSG_5%20languages_2021.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#1f4e79;color:#fff;padding:14px 20px;margin:6px;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eView \/ Download App Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55642708803960,"sku":"22482-CGL","price":399.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/13-celestron-22482-starsense-explorer-150mm-tabletop-dobsonian.jpg?v=1787899508","url":"https:\/\/www.darkclearskies.co.uk\/products\/celestron-starsense-explorer-150mm-tabletop-dobsonian","provider":"Dark Clear Skies ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}