Two lenses connected by a cardboard tube: it’s that simple to build a telescope!
The pre-punched kit contains an objective lens with 225 mm and an eyepiece lens with 35 mm focal length. This produces a magnification of 6.5x. The assembly is simple and takes only 20 minutes. An ideal project for Scout Groups and Schools. The picture is upright, therefore the telescope can be used by day or at night for astronomical observations (e.g. to see moon craters).
A Scientific Sensation
In 1609, Galileo Galilei perfected the telescope, which had been invented in Holland a year earlier. He was the first person to aim it at the night sky. His discoveries - craters on the Moon, the phases of Venus, moons around Jupiter - were a scientific sensation at the time and founded a new astronomy that shapes our worldview to this day.
Galileo Reinterpreted
AstroMedia has given the classic Galileo telescope a makeover and offers beginners and enthusiasts an easy introduction to astronomy. The finished telescope has a 6.5x magnification with an upright image. This makes it possible to use the telescope for terrestrial observations during daytime and also for astronomical observations at night, e.g. the shadows of lunar craters at half moon and much more.
The kit includes:
One pre-punched A4 cardboard sheet with printed instructions
Two OptiMedia lenses 1 and 8 with focal lengths -35mm and +225mm
Magnification: 6.4x
Construction time: 20 min
Length: 15.5 - 23 cm
Producer: AstroMedia GmbH, Im Wirrigen 30, 45731 Waltrop, Germany, astromedia.de
The instructons are printed on the back of the cardboard sheet.
Things you’ll need for assembly, or which might be useful:
- a firm, flat work surface – a cutting mat, for example, is useful
- a sharp craft knife or scalpel
- a blunt knife or a bone folder
- a good all-purpose glue
Adult supervision:
Children under the age of 14 should use the kit under adult supervision to avoid risks arising from improper handling.
Danger from sunlight:
Never look directly at the Sun through the telescope without using a suitable solar filter, as this can cause serious eye damage.
Caution regarding small parts:
Choking hazard! Keep small parts out of the reach of young children.
Risk of injury:
Take particular care when handling pointed and sharp parts! Use sharp tools with care and, where necessary, take appropriate safety precautions to prevent injury.
Fire hazard:
Keep away from open flames and sources of heat. The product contains highly flammable materials.
Caution regarding light concentration: Do not leave lenses exposed to direct sunlight without supervision, as they may create a focal point.
Use of adhesives:
When using adhesives, follow the manufacturer’s safety instructions. Work in well-ventilated areas and avoid contact with skin or eyes.
Intended use:
The kit should be used in accordance with the enclosed instructions. Unauthorised modifications may compromise the functionality and safety of the assembled model.
