{"product_id":"stellalyra-6-f-4-m-lrn-newtonian-reflector-with-2-dual-speed-focuser","title":"StellaLyra 6\" f\/4 M-LRN Newtonian Reflector with 2\" Dual-Speed Focuser","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.dcs-m6{max-width:1120px;margin:0 auto;color:#243445;font:inherit;line-height:1.7;text-align:left;overflow-wrap:anywhere}\n.dcs-m6 *{box-sizing:border-box}.dcs-m6 h2,.dcs-m6 h3{color:#091725;line-height:1.25;letter-spacing:normal;text-align:left}\n.dcs-m6 h2{font-size:clamp(25px,3vw,34px);margin:0 0 18px}.dcs-m6 h3{font-size:23px;margin:0 0 16px}\n.dcs-m6 p{margin:0 0 16px}.dcs-m6 figure{margin:0;background:#fff;border:1px solid #e0e5e9;border-radius:12px;overflow:hidden}\n.dcs-m6 img{display:block;width:100%;height:auto;max-width:600px;margin:auto;object-fit:contain}\n.dcs-m6 .m6-feature,.dcs-m6 .m6-intro{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(min(100%,280px),1fr));gap:clamp(20px,4vw,40px);align-items:center;margin:0 0 38px}\n.dcs-m6 .m6-intro{padding:24px;background:#091725;border-top:4px solid #c89524;border-radius:12px}\n.dcs-m6 .m6-intro h2,.dcs-m6 .m6-intro p{color:#fff!important}\n.dcs-m6 .m6-label{font-size:12px;letter-spacing:.12em;text-transform:uppercase;font-weight:700}\n.dcs-m6 .m6-panel{background:#f3f5f7;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;margin:0 0 32px}\n.dcs-m6 ul{padding-left:22px;margin:0 0 16px}.dcs-m6 li{margin-bottom:8px}\n.dcs-m6 table{border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;table-layout:fixed;margin:16px 0 28px;font-size:15px}\n.dcs-m6 th,.dcs-m6 td{padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #dce2e8;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal}\n.dcs-m6 th{background:#f3f5f7;color:#091725}.dcs-m6 th[scope=row]{width:42%}\n.dcs-m6 details{border-bottom:1px solid #dce2e8;padding:16px 0}.dcs-m6 summary{cursor:pointer;font-weight:700;color:#091725}.dcs-m6 details p{margin:12px 0 0}\n.dcs-m6 .m6-note{border-left:3px solid #c89524;padding:14px 18px;background:#fff8e8;margin:28px 0}\n.dcs-m6 .m6-links{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:12px;margin:24px 0}.dcs-m6 .m6-links a{padding:12px 18px;border-radius:6px;background:#c89524;color:#091725!important;font-weight:700;text-decoration:none!important;min-height:44px}\n.dcs-m6 .m6-links a:last-child{background:#f0f3f6}.dcs-m6 a:focus-visible,.dcs-m6 summary:focus-visible{outline:3px solid #2874aa;outline-offset:4px}\n@media(max-width:600px){.dcs-m6 .m6-intro,.dcs-m6 .m6-panel{padding:18px}.dcs-m6 th,.dcs-m6 td{padding:9px 7px;font-size:14px}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"dcs-m6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"m6-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"m6-label\"\u003eStellaLyra · 6-inch f\/4 M-LRN Newtonian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA compact starting point for a serious imaging setup.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild your deep-sky system around a 600mm focal length in a short, 530mm metal tube. The StellaLyra 6-inch f\/4 combines a parabolic primary mirror with a manual dual-speed Crayford focuser, supplied mounting hardware and an optical finder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose it when you want to assemble and tune your own camera-based telescope, with room in the plan for a suitable mount and corrector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/stellalyra-6-f4-mlrn-newtonian.jpg?v=1789723132\" alt=\"StellaLyra 6-inch f\/4 M-LRN metal-tube Newtonian\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"m6-panel\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStart with the targets you want to photograph.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour camera sensor and the telescope’s focal length determine how much sky fits in a frame. Before ordering, use a field-of-view planner with your actual camera and a few favourite nebulae, clusters or galaxies. Some subjects will fit comfortably; others will need a mosaic or a different focal length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a useful way to choose a telescope deliberately. Think about the images you want to make, the equipment you can carry and the time you want to spend setting up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"m6-feature\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/stellalyra-6-f4-metal-detail-1.jpg?v=1789803306\" alt=\"StellaLyra 6-inch f\/4 metal Newtonian showing tube rings and mounting rail\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA short tube, with the mounting basics included.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTube rings and a Vixen-style rail provide the connection to a compatible saddle. The published 5.3kg weight includes the rings, rail and finder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow for everything you will add: camera, corrector, filters, guiding equipment and cables. Select a mount for the complete imaging load and your exposure plans. Once assembled, balance the rig with the camera fitted and check clearance as the telescope moves around the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"m6-feature\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/stellalyra-6-f4-metal-detail-2.jpg?v=1789803317\" alt=\"Front aperture and focuser of StellaLyra 6-inch f\/4 Newtonian\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFine focus where it matters.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2-inch linear-bearing Crayford focuser has coarse and fine controls. Use the coarse adjustment to approach focus, then refine it while watching a focus measurement or taking short test exposures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupport the camera while fitting it, secure the connections and route cables so they cannot tug on the imaging train. Recheck focus after the system settles and as conditions change. If you plan to add a motor, confirm the bracket and coupling fit before buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBudget for a coma corrector from the start.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compatible coma corrector is needed for optimum photographic results with this fast Newtonian. The corrector is a separate purchase, along with the camera and adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are two checks to make: the spacing from corrector to sensor, and whether the assembled system reaches focus. Follow the corrector manufacturer’s spacing instructions and include any filter drawer or wheel in the measurement. A shared barrel size alone does not establish compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSend us your camera model and proposed accessories if you would like help checking the arrangement before ordering. It is easier to plan the connections together than to discover a missing adapter on your first clear night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"m6-feature\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/stellalyra-6-f4-metal-detail-3.jpg?v=1789803329\" alt=\"Included 8x50 straight-through finder on StellaLyra 6-inch Newtonian\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAn optical finder for getting on target.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included 8×50 straight-through finder gives you a separate view for pointing the telescope. Align it with the main telescope before relying on it at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA finder is not a complete autoguiding system. If guiding is part of your plan, allow for the guide camera, suitable connections and control equipment, or a separate guiding arrangement matched to your rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"m6-panel\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMake the first session a setup session.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck collimation after transport with an appropriate alignment tool. Then focus on a star field and examine a short exposure at the centre and corners before starting a long sequence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the stars look uneven, work through focus, collimation, camera tilt and corrector spacing methodically. Change one thing at a time and keep notes. A repeatable setup routine makes future sessions easier and helps separate optical adjustments from tracking problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat comes with the telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eIncluded\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePlan for separately\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical tube and fitted focuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking mount and tripod or pier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTube rings and Vixen-style rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImaging camera and coma corrector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8×50 finder and bracket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCamera adapters, spacers and filter equipment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35mm 2-inch extension and 1.25-inch adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollimation tool, power and any guiding equipment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications at a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDesign \/ aperture class\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParabolic Newtonian \/ 6-inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFocal length \/ ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600mm \/ nominal f\/4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFocuser\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-inch dual-speed linear-bearing Crayford\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTube length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e530mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOutside diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e178mm tube body; 183mm end caps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight with rings, rail and finder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.3kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore you choose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use it with eyepieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The supplied extension and adapter support visual configurations, but eyepieces are purchased separately. Tell us which eyepieces you intend to use so the complete arrangement can be checked.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes it track the sky automatically?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Tracking comes from the separately purchased mount. This listing is for the optical tube and the included accessories, so budget for the mounting and control system as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this the carbon-fibre version?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This is the metal-tube M-LRN with a Crayford focuser. Check the full model name when comparing the range, as tube construction and focuser specifications differ.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"m6-note\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAwaiting stock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis model currently has no available stock recorded. Contact Dark Clear Skies for an availability update before planning an order around a particular date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"m6-links\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/stellalyra\"\u003eExplore the StellaLyra range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:contact@darkclearskies.co.uk?subject=StellaLyra%206-inch%20f4%20M-LRN\"\u003eCheck availability and setup\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"StellaLyra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55665189388664,"sku":null,"price":339.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/stellalyra-6-f4-mlrn-newtonian.jpg?v=1789723132","url":"https:\/\/www.darkclearskies.co.uk\/products\/stellalyra-6-f-4-m-lrn-newtonian-reflector-with-2-dual-speed-focuser","provider":"Dark Clear Skies ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}