Dual-Mode Red Dot Star Finder

A purpose-built astronomical finder offering dual-mode operation: instant red dot aiming and calibrated optical star searching. Equipped with either a 6–30 mm or 5–24 mm achromatic objective lens (depending on model), it achieves 5× effective magnification on compatible variants. The objective uses double-separated or double-cemented lens elements to enhance resolution and contrast. Its focal plane contains a precision-etched reticle with angular divisions, supporting both coarse pointing and fine positional estimation. Designed exclusively as a finder scope—not a primary instrument—it integrates directly with 80EQ, 80DX, SE and SLT series telescopes to assist in locating planets, nebulae and galaxies before final focusing through the main optical tube.