How do you determine the magnification of a telescope?


Posted February 2nd, 2009 by admin 2 Comments »
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mxtheif asked:


I have a 10 inch F/6.13 Schmidt Cassegrain with a 30 mm eye piece. Also a 16 inch Schmidt Cassegrain 30 mm eye piece. (Was not given the focal length).

I read the Focal Length is in mm, so is 6.13 the mm? How would I figure the focal length of the 16 inch telescope?

If you could please show step by step how you figured the magnification, it would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance.

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How can I make a simple telescope that I can use for star-gazing?


Posted January 29th, 2009 by admin 4 Comments »
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jomen_2ts asked:


I’m really interested in making and assembling my own telescope but I find it difficult to look for materials and a simple step by step procedure. I tried to surf the net but I found telescopes that are so hard to make and with so expensive materials. I hope you can give me simple guidelines or tips on how to make one. Thanks in advance.

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