The National Geographic NT114CF 114mm Reflector Telescope provides students with an engaging, hands-on introduction to astronomy, space science, and observational STEM learning. Featuring a large 114mm aperture and 500mm focal length, this Newtonian reflector telescope gathers ample light for detailed observations of the Moon, planets, star clusters, nebulae, galaxies, and other celestial objects.
Two included Plössl eyepieces provide 19x and 51.5x magnification options, allowing students to compare celestial objects at different viewing levels. The red dot finder scope helps users locate targets, while the alt-azimuth mount with panhandle control makes it easier to follow objects across the night sky.
A full-size adjustable tripod provides a stable viewing platform for students of different heights. The included smartphone adapter adds another dimension to STEM exploration by allowing students to capture images through the telescope for astronomy journals, science projects, presentations, and observational records.
Downloadable astronomy software and an included star map provide additional resources for identifying celestial objects and expanding astronomy studies beyond telescope observation.
Educational Benefits:
- Introduces students to astronomy, space science, and observational STEM concepts
- Encourages hands-on exploration of the Moon, planets, stars, nebulae, galaxies, and star clusters
- Helps students learn to identify and locate celestial objects
- Supports lessons about the solar system, space, light, optics, and planetary science
- Multiple magnification options allow students to compare astronomical observations
- Smartphone adapter supports astrophotography and documentation of observations
- Encourages students to maintain astronomy journals and observational records
- Star map and astronomy software support celestial identification and independent research
- Develops scientific observation, curiosity, critical thinking, and inquiry skills
- Excellent supplemental equipment for homeschool astronomy and Earth & Space Science studies
Key Features:
- 114mm aperture Newtonian reflector telescope
- 500mm focal length
- 26mm Plössl eyepiece – approximately 19x magnification
- 9.7mm Plössl eyepiece – approximately 51.5x magnification
- Red dot finder scope
- Alt-azimuth mount with panhandle control
- Full-size adjustable tripod
- Carbon fiber-style optical tube
- Smartphone adapter for capturing telescope observations
- Downloadable astronomy software
- Star map included
- Suitable for visual astronomy and introductory astrophotography
Ideal for homeschool astronomy, STEM education, Earth & Space Science, science projects, observational learning, and family astronomy activities.