Orion

Used Orion XT10i Intelliscope and OTA case

SKU: U2504-AK-ORN-10019


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  • $449.95
  • Regular price $1,249.00

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Condition: Are you handy?  Because you could save A LOT of money if you are. his is a 10-inch Intelliscope in okay condition, but it could be in excellent condition and be an incredible bargain if you're willing to work at it some.

Even if you're not handy, the telescope still works well as is.  

We are pricing this as a regular 10" dobsonian - not as an Intelliscope.  It works fine as a regular 10" dob.  The reason why we're pricing it as a regular dob is because one of the knobs that adjust the tension on the tube is stripped.  Without the tension from being able to tighten that knob, the tube droops down in the back due to the weight of the mirror.  The previous owner came up with a solution for that, which is to stick pieces of cardboard in between the tube and base, as shown in the photos, to create friction to keep the tube up.  Additionally, we have included almost a pound of magnets to put at the front of the scope to act as a counterweight for the mirror at the back.  The scope stays in position well with this arrangement, without drooping.  

The cardboard does not get in the way of the encoders:  when you turn the Intelliscope handset on, it works.  When you move the tube up and down or left and right, the encoders do register the movement in every direction.  However, because of the increased distance between the base and the tube due to the cardboard, we cannot confirm that the encoders are tracking that movement accurately.  They might be; there's just no way for us to check.  

If you're willing to work on that stripped knob, so that you don't need the cardboard increasing the space between the base and the tube, we think that the handset/encoders will work perfectly, and you will have gotten a great bargain - an Intelliscope at the price of a regular dob!  Even if you're not, you're still getting a 10" dob at a great price.  

Finally, there is a layer of dust on the primary mirror.  It's just dust; and will not significantly affect your views.  We leave it to you to disassemble the mirror cell and take the mirror out for cleaning, if you so choose. 

The scope includes:
  • RDF
  • 2" Crayford focuser with 1.25" adapter
  • A 1.25" 25mm Plossl eyepiece 
  • Orion padded case for the tube
  • Original manuals
Orion's out of business, so you won't see this scope again for quite a while.  This is an absolute steal at just $450, so place your order today!  

We do not have the shipping boxes, so this is for in-store pickup only.  There are no returns on this item.  
 
   
  

  • This clever push-to computerized Dobsonian reflector telescope can lead you to more than 14,000 celestial objects with its included IntelliScope Object Locator
  • Big 10" (254mm) aperture reflector telescope gathers loads of light for bright views of nebulas, galaxies, star clusters, and close-up study of the Moon and planets
  • Stable support provided by the wooden Dobsonian telescope base and CorrecTension adjustment knobs keep the telescope optical tube balanced in any viewing position
  • Simple Dobsonian point-and-view ease of use plus IntelliScope smarts equals a reflector telescope for a lifetime

The Orion SkyQuest XT10i IntelliScope Dobsonian Reflector telescope entertains amateur astronomers worldwide by virtue of its dazzling optics, contemporary design, and most exciting of all, the ability to locate any of more than 14,000 fascinating celestial objects with pushbutton ease! Our big, 10" diameter IntelliScope Dobsonian features an expertly figured 10" (254mm) parabolic mirror with a long, 1200mm focal length (f/4.7). The reflective optics gather 56% more light than an 8" mirror, allowing you to view stars as faint as magnitude 15. This is truly a Dobsonian telescope of a lifetime.

Intelliscope Dob Chart

With the Orion SkyQuest XT10i IntelliScope, locating and viewing even the most elusive deep-sky curiosities becomes a "no brainer." Just select an object to view from the IntelliScope Hand Controller's 14,000+ object database. High-resolution, 9,216-step digital encoders integrated in the telescope then pinpoint the object and provide you with simple left/right and up/down directions so you can gently push the telescope to your specified target. Using the "push-to" XT10i IntelliScope helps you learn the night sky more quickly than motorized GoTo systems, since you are actively involved in slewing the telescope to the correct viewing position. Additionally, the "push-to" SkyQuest XT10i IntelliScope Dobsonian runs on a single 9V battery cell for hours, which is a lot less power than more costly motorized GoTo systems require. You can use the handheld IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator to choose from dozens of additional menu options, including tours of the best deep-sky gems each month and identification of any object in the field of view. Oh, so that's the "Cat's Paw" Nebula!

Take a "push-to" tour of the heavens with the included IntelliScope Object Locator.

The SkyQuest XT10i IntelliScope's Object Locator hand controller will tell you exactly where to point the telescope to see any of over 14,000 celestial objects within its database. Simply select the object you wish to view using the IntelliScope controller's menu buttons, then follow the directional arrows on the controller's display screen to aim the telescope right at the desired object. Or, you can press the Tour button to select one of 12 tours of the best objects visible in any given month.

Dial-in celestial details with the smooth and accurate 2" Crayford focuser.

The XT10i IntelliScope's Crayford focuser is more accurate than a rack-and-pinion design focuser. Roller bearing construction eliminates image shift due to drawtube "rocking" and ensures all focus adjustments are smooth, accurate, and virtually free of backlash and flexure, even with heavier 2" accessories installed. A removable 1.25" adapter allows use of both 1.25" and 2" eyepieces and accessories.

Aim your XT10i comfortably with the included 9x50 Right-Angle Correct-Image Finder Scope.

A big, 9x50 right-angle correct-image finder scope is included to help precisely aim the XT10i telescope. The finder scope's eyepiece is oriented 90° from its objective lens, so you can aim the XT10i without having to contort your neck to see through the finder. The finder's correct-image view makes it easy to navigate across the night sky to zero in on interesting targets and accurately center alignment stars.

Use the navigation knob to slew the XT8i IntelliScope from target to target.

The XT10i IntelliScope's enameled steel reflector optical tube boasts a handy "navigation knob" for easy slewing and repositioning of the telescope. To move the telescope, simply grasp the navigation knob near the front opening of the scope and gently move the tube up or down and left or right as desired.

Begin your night sky explorations with the included 25mm Sirius Plossl Eyepiece.

The included 1.25" Orion 25mm Sirius Plossl eyepiece provides a 48-power view when used with the SkyQuest XT10i IntelliScope reflector. Using this eyepiece's moderate magnification is a great way to begin exploring interesting objects in the sparkling night sky. Offering a wide 52° apparent field of view, the 25mm Sirius Plossl eyepiece yields extremely sharp images of impressively high contrast.

Take a closer look with the included 10mm Sirius Plossl Eyepiece.

When you're ready to study objects with more magnification, use the included 10mm Sirius Plossl eyepiece. When inserted into the SkyQuest XT10i IntelliScope reflector, the 10mm Plossl provides a powerful, 120x view with a 52° apparent field of view, so you can inspect interesting objects more closely. We recommend starting out with the lower-power 25mm Plossl, then switching to the 10mm ocular to boost the power of your telescope's view.

The streamlined Dobsonian base of the SkyQuest XT10i Intelliescope features a springless CorrecTension system that ensures smooth manual tracking control and optimal tube balance. Bearings molded from ultra-high molecular weight (UHMW) polyethylene and non-stick PTFE material provide silky smooth motion of the telescope on both axes. An ergonomic handle on the base makes it easy to transport to your favorite stargazing site, whether it's just out the door in the backyard, or far off in the hills.

Smart telescope. Smart price. Smart buy. Get the Orion SkyQuest XT10i Computerized IntelliScope Dobsonian Reflector telescope today!

 

  • Best for viewing Fainter deep sky
  • Best for imaging Lunar & planetary
  • User level
    Advanced
  • Optical design
    Reflector
  • Optical diameter
    254mm
  • Focal length
    1200mm
  • Focal ratio
    f/4.7
  • Optics type
    Parabolic
  • Glass material
    Low thermal expansion borosilicate glass
  • Eyepieces Sirius Plossl 25.0mm,10.0mm (1.25")
  • Magnification with included eyepieces 48x, 120x
  • Resolving power
    0.46arc*sec
  • Lowest useful magnification
    36x
  • Highest useful magnification
    300x
  • Highest theoretical magnification 508x
  • Limiting stellar magnitude
    14.7
  • Optical quality
    Diffraction limited
  • Finder scope 9x50 Correct-image, right angle
  • Focuser 2" Crayford
  • Secondary mirror obstruction 63mm
  • Secondary mirror obstruction by diameter 25%
  • Secondary mirror obstruction by area 6%
  • Mirror coatings/over-coatings Aluminum & Silicon Dioxide
  • Mount type Dobsonian
  • Astro-imaging capability
    Simple moon shots
  • Computerized compatibility
    Intelliscope included
  • Alignment procedure 2-Star Alignment
  • Number of objects in database 14,000+
  • Bearing material PTFE and UHMW bearings
  • Power requirement 9-volt battery
  • Available ports
    RS-232
  • Tube material Steel
  • Tripod material Wood
  • Length of optical tube 47.8 in.
  • Weight, optical tube 28.9 lbs.
  • Weight, mount/tripod 26.3 lbs.
  • Weight, fully assembled 55.3 lbs.
  • Additional included accessories IntelliScope computerized object locator HC, Collimation cap, Eyepiece rack
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