1-Set 130 mm Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ Reflector Telescope Bundle – 4 Eyepieces, 3 Filters & Smartphone Adapter

Explore the Moon, planets, star clusters, and bright deep-sky objects with the Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ Telescope Bundle. This 130 mm Newtonian reflector combines fully coated glass optics with a manual German equatorial mount, StarPointer red-dot finderscope, four eyepieces, three 1.25" filters, astronomy software, and a universal smartphone adapter.

The no-tool setup and included accessories make this bundle suitable for beginning and intermediate observers who want visual astronomy, basic smartphone imaging, and limited terrestrial viewing.

Key Features

• 130 mm Newtonian reflector gathers light for detailed celestial viewing

• 650 mm focal length and fast f/5 focal ratio

• Fully coated glass optics support bright, clear images

• Manual CG-3 German equatorial mount

• Slow-motion controls provide fine adjustments on both axes

• No-tool setup helps reduce assembly time

• StarPointer red-dot finderscope helps locate observing targets

• Includes four eyepieces for varied magnification

• 20 mm eyepiece has a built-in erect-image corrector

• Three 1.25" filters enhance lunar and planetary observation

• Moon filter reduces glare during bright lunar phases

• Red and blue filters increase contrast on selected planetary features

• Smartphone adapter supports basic photos and videos through an eyepiece

• Adapter works with most smartphones

• Steel tripod includes an accessory tray

• Starry Night Basic astronomy software provides a 10,000-object database

• Suitable for astronomical and selected terrestrial viewing

• Manual operation requires no telescope batteries

Optical Specifications

• Brand: Celestron

• Product Type: Reflector Telescope Bundle

• Series: AstroMaster

• Model: AstroMaster 130EQ

• Optical Design: Newtonian Reflector

• Aperture: 130 mm/5.11"

• Focal Length: 650 mm/25.6"

• Focal Ratio: f/5

• Optical Coatings: Aluminum

• Finderscope: Built-On StarPointer Red-Dot Finder

• Star Diagonal: None

• Lowest Useful Magnification: 19×

• Highest Useful Magnification: 307×

• Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 13.1

• Rayleigh Resolution: 1.07 arcsec

• Dawes Resolution: 0.89 arcsec

• Light-Gathering Power: 345× Compared with the Human Eye

• Optical Tube Length: 610 mm/24"

• Eyepiece Diameter: 1.25"

Included Eyepieces

• 20 mm Eyepiece with Built-In Erect-Image Corrector: 33×

• 15 mm Kellner Eyepiece: Approximately 43×

• 10 mm Standard Eyepiece: 65×

• 9 mm Kellner Eyepiece: Approximately 72×

Magnification is calculated by dividing the telescope’s 650 mm focal length by the eyepiece focal length. Actual image quality depends on atmospheric conditions, target altitude, collimation, focus, and viewing location.

Included Filters

• 1 #80A Blue Filter – 1.25"

• 1 #25 Red Filter – 1.25"

• 1 Moon Filter – 1.25"

The Moon filter is intended for nighttime lunar observation. It is not a solar filter and must never be used to observe the Sun.

Mount & Tripod Specifications

• Mount Type: CG-3 German Equatorial

• Tracking Type: Manual

• Slow-Motion Controls: Right Ascension and Declination

• Tripod Material: Steel

• Tripod Leg Diameter: 1.25"

• Accessory Tray: Included

• Setup Style: No-Tool Assembly

• Motor Drive: Not Specified as Included

• GoTo Control: No

Smartphone Adapter Specifications

• Adapter Type: Universal Eyepiece Smartphone Adapter

• Phone Compatibility: Most Smartphones

• Compatible Eyepieces: 1.25" Eyepieces or Eyepieces Up to 45 mm Outside Diameter

• Construction: Metal Body

• Adapter Dimensions: 7" × 4" × 1.5"

• Adapter Weight: 6 oz./170.1 g

• Supported Media: Smartphone Photos and Video

Phone fit depends on the device’s dimensions, camera position, case design, and eyepiece alignment. Large cases may need to be removed before installation.

Software

• Software: Celestron Starry Night Basic Edition

• Object Database: Approximately 10,000 Objects

• Functions: Sky Exploration, Object Information, Enhanced Images, and Observation Planning

• Compatible Computer and Software Download: Required

Accessory-List Verification Note

The supplied feature summary lists a 15 mm and 9 mm Kellner eyepiece, matching Celestron’s PowerSeeker Accessory Kit. A separate specification section lists a 15 mm Kellner and 6 mm Plössl, matching a different AstroMaster accessory kit.

This listing follows the four-eyepiece configuration stated in the main product description:

• 20 mm

• 15 mm Kellner

• 10 mm

• 9 mm Kellner

Verify the accessory case or retail packaging before publishing the final inventory.

What’s Included

• 1 Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ optical tube

• 1 CG-3 German equatorial mount

• 1 Adjustable steel tripod

• 1 Accessory tray

• 1 StarPointer red-dot finderscope

• 1 20 mm eyepiece with erect-image corrector

• 1 15 mm Kellner eyepiece

• 1 10 mm eyepiece

• 1 9 mm Kellner eyepiece

• 1 #80A blue filter

• 1 #25 red filter

• 1 Moon filter

• 1 Microfiber cleaning cloth

• 1 Foam-lined accessory carrying case

• 1 Universal smartphone adapter

• Starry Night Basic software access

• Setup and operating documentation

A smartphone, motor drive, solar filter, DSLR camera, T-ring, and telescope carrying bag are not listed as included.

Ideal For

• Beginning and intermediate astronomers

• Observing the Moon and planets

• Viewing bright star clusters and deep-sky objects

• Basic smartphone astrophotography

• Backyard stargazing

• Family astronomy activities

• Science and astronomy education

• Users learning an equatorial mount

• Selected daytime terrestrial observation

• Buyers wanting additional eyepieces and filters in one bundle

Why It Stands Out

The AstroMaster 130EQ combines a relatively large 130 mm aperture with a fast f/5 optical system, providing broad views and useful light-gathering ability for a beginner-friendly telescope. Its equatorial mount also introduces users to manual celestial tracking with separate right-ascension and declination controls.

This bundle expands the standard telescope package with two additional eyepieces, three filters, a protective accessory case, cleaning cloth, and smartphone adapter. Buyers can select among several magnifications, enhance selected lunar and planetary details, and capture basic images without immediately purchasing separate accessories.

Setup & Safety

• Assemble and balance the telescope according to the included instructions.

• Learn basic polar alignment before attempting manual tracking.

• Align the StarPointer finderscope during daylight using a distant terrestrial object, never the Sun.

• Allow the telescope to adjust to outdoor temperature before critical viewing.

• Check Newtonian reflector collimation periodically.

• Begin observations with the lowest-power eyepiece.

• Use higher magnification only when atmospheric conditions support it.

• Keep optical caps installed when the telescope is not in use.

• Remove loose dust before wiping optical surfaces.

• Store the telescope and accessories in a clean, dry environment.

• Adult supervision is recommended for children.

Solar Warning

Never look directly at the Sun through this telescope, its finderscope, an eyepiece, the smartphone adapter, or any optical accessory unless a properly fitted, certified full-aperture solar filter is securely installed over the front of the telescope.

The included Moon, red, and blue filters are not solar filters. Viewing the Sun without proper equipment can cause immediate, permanent eye damage and may damage the telescope or smartphone camera.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can be viewed with the AstroMaster 130EQ?
Depending on sky and atmospheric conditions, it can show the Moon, planets, bright star clusters, double stars, and selected nebulae and galaxies.

How many eyepieces are included?
The main bundle description lists four eyepieces: 20 mm, 15 mm Kellner, 10 mm, and 9 mm Kellner. Verify the retail package because another supplied section incorrectly references a 6 mm eyepiece.

Does the telescope automatically track objects?
No. The CG-3 equatorial mount is manually operated using slow-motion controls. A motor drive is not specified as included.

Can it be used for daytime viewing?
Yes. The included 20 mm eyepiece has a built-in erect-image corrector for selected terrestrial observation. Never point the telescope toward the Sun.

Can a smartphone take pictures through the telescope?
Yes. The included adapter aligns a compatible smartphone camera with the eyepiece for basic photos and video. Results depend on the target, alignment, stability, phone camera, and observing conditions.

What do the filters do?
The Moon filter reduces lunar glare, while the red and blue filters can improve the contrast of selected planetary features.

Is this a computerized GoTo telescope?
No. It is a manual equatorial telescope. Starry Night Basic software helps users learn and plan observations but does not make the mount computerized.

Can the included Moon filter be used to view the Sun?
No. The Moon filter and colored filters provide no safe solar protection. A certified full-aperture solar filter must be purchased separately for solar observation.