Our Equipment

A powerful large-aperture telescope ideal for deep-sky observation. Its design allows for bright, detailed views of galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters — making it a centerpiece during our darker-sky outings like Joshua Tree trips.

Specialized for solar observation, this telescope reveals stunning details of the Sun, including solar flares and prominences. It allows safe daytime astronomy and offers a completely different perspective of our closest star.

A versatile and compact telescope known for its precision and tracking capabilities. It’s ideal for observing planets, the Moon, and a wide range of deep-sky objects during our weekly telescope nights.

Reliable and easy to use, these telescopes are perfect for group observation sessions. Their wide field of view makes them great for beginners and for scanning the night sky during outreach events and campus stargazing.

Combining power and precision, this telescope delivers high-resolution views of both planetary and deep-sky objects. It’s a key instrument for more detailed observations and advanced sessions.

A compact, smart telescope that makes astrophotography simple and accessible. With built-in tracking and automated imaging, it allows users to capture detailed views of nebulae, galaxies, and star clusters with minimal setup — perfect for beginners and outreach events.

A high-performance telescope with a large aperture that delivers exceptional detail and brightness. Ideal for observing planets, the Moon, and deep-sky objects, it combines power and precision for more advanced and immersive viewing sessions.

103mm apochromatic refractor telescope used as the club’s primary deep-sky imaging telescope. Designed for sharp, high-contrast astrophotography with excellent color correction and wide-field performance.

High-sensitivity cooled astronomy camera used for deep-sky and planetary imaging. Captures low-noise long exposures and detailed planetary data.

Wireless astrophotography control system that manages imaging sessions, plate solving, guiding, focusing, and telescope control through a mobile app.

Dedicated guiding camera used to monitor a reference star during imaging sessions and correct tracking errors for sharper long-exposure images.

Small auxiliary telescope paired with the guide camera to improve tracking accuracy during astrophotography sessions.

Narrowband light pollution filter designed for emission nebula imaging. Helps isolate hydrogen-alpha and oxygen-III wavelengths while reducing city light pollution.