• Travel Telescope 114/900mm render on white background
  • Collapsed portable configuration of Travel Telescope 114
  • Travel Telescope 114 450mm render on a white background
  • Collection of black metal components and hardware on a white background
  • Person using a telescope to observe the night sky with a moonlit background.
  • 900/114mm Travel Telescope render on a white background
  • Travel Telescope 114/450mm render with white background
  • Lunar eclipse mosaic taken with Travel Telescope 114
  • Silhouette of travel telescope against a starry night sky
  • Starry night sky with a prominent nebula and stars, credit to Xypris.
  • Starry night with blue star cluster, image credit to Xypris
  • Moon close up showing craters taken with Travel Telescope
  • Telescope pointed towards a starry night sky with the Milky Way visible.
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North Star Scientific LLC

Travel Telescope 114 Build Kit

Travel Telescope 114 Build Kit

$174.99 USD
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Description:

Discover the night sky with a telescope you can take anywhere and build yourself.

The Travel Telescope 114 is a compact, collapsible telescope that fits into a backpack while still delivering real views of the Moon, planets, and deep sky objects. You can see detailed lunar craters, Saturn’s rings, and more with a setup that is portable and easy to use.

Designed to be beginner friendly while still offering real performance, this telescope gives you a simple way to get started without sacrificing quality. Whether you choose a fully assembled version or build it yourself, it is made to be approachable, functional, and something you will actually use.

If you choose the build kit, you will also get a hands-on experience putting together your own telescope and learning how it works along the way.

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Link to 3D Printing Files (Sold Separately)

Configuration (What's Included):

  • Assembled: (Ready to use)
    Fully built and ready to use telescope and tripod.
  • Build Kit: (Build it Yourself)
    Includes all parts needed to assemble the complete telescope and tripod (3D printed parts, optics, screws, aluminum extrusions, and more). No special tools or 3D printer required. Everything you need is included.

  • 3D Printing Kit: (3D Print it Yourself)
    Includes all hardware for both the telescope and tripod (optics, screws, heat inserts, aluminum extrusions, and more). Does not include 3D printed parts or files (Sold on Printables).

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Want a ready to use telescope?
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Want to build it yourself (no 3D printer needed)?
→ Choose Build Kit

Have a 3D printer and want to 3D print it yourself?
→ Choose 3D Printing Kit

Eyepiece:

Eyepiece Optionally Included: SVBONY 20mm Redline 68 degree Field of View 1.25"

Features/Specs:

  • Tool-Free Assembly
  • Beginner-Friendly
  • Up to 200x Useful Magnification
  • Compact Design for Easy Travel
  • Dovetail Mount for Star Trackers
  • Compression Ring Focuser
  • Non-Rotating Helical Focuser for Precise Focusing

Focal Lenght:

  • 900mm Version: Standard version 114/900mm with 25mm secondary mirror. Great for visual use, can also be used for astrophotography.

  • 450mm Version: Premium version ideal for wide-field views and astrophotography. This version uses a 114/450mm parabolic mirror with a 40mm secondary mirror.   

Specs:

  • Aperture: 114mm
  • Focal Length: 900mm (f/7.9) or 450mm (f/3.9)
  • Telescope Type: Newtonian Reflector
  • Mount Type: Altitude/Azimuth
  • Material: Aluminum and Plastic
  • Compact Dimensions: Approximately: 8.5" x 9" x 16.5"
  • Weight:

450mm OTA: 3.8 lbs, Full Telescope: 5.7 lbs

900mm OTA: 4.2 lbs, Full Telescope: 6.1 lbs

Hands-on Learning:

Discover the night sky and learn how telescopes work with a detailed step by step user manual and learning guide:

Learning Guide

30-Day Returns:

Shop with confidence, every order comes with a 30-day return policy. If something isn’t right, we’ll work with you to make it right. At North Star Scientific, your satisfaction is our priority and we stand by the quality of our products. Please see store return policy for more information.

Other/Warnings:

Important Notes:

  • This is a 3D-printed product, so minor imperfections may be present.
  • Orders will be shipped out as soon as possible. Parts may occasionally be out of stock, please be patient. 3D printed parts require longer fulfillment time.

Safety Warning: NEVER LOOK AT THE SUN EVEN WITH SOLAR FILTERS! (Open telescope designs should not be used for solar observing)!! Metal bars may be sharp, handle with caution. Daytime use is not recommended due to Sun reflections (exception is if a full light shroud cover is installed)! The mirror concentrates light, always store carefully with lens caps on and away from direct sunlight. Always be careful of sunlight reflections due to open telescope design. Small parts chocking hazard. The focuser is pre lubricated with a commercial dry spray on lubricant.

Upgrade Kit

This option is available to upgrade your telescope to the new design to utilize the new features. For anyone who purchased the 3D printed files and has a 3D printer you will have access to the newest parts for free and can re-print them. If you purchased a build kit or assembled telescope these are your following options for an upgrade kit. The upgrade kit will come with all new 3D printed parts with heat inserts installed as well as any additional hardware (minimal) needed for the upgrade. These upgrade kits do NOT include mirrors or extrusions, only the 3D printed parts with heat inserts installed and a few additional screws to complete the upgrade. Please follow the directions below carefully to order an upgrade kit for your telescope.

2: Telescope and Tripod:

This will include all of the parts in the "Telescope Only" upgrade kit as well as the updated 3D printed tripod parts. The full upgrade kit is highly recommended if your tripod isn't similar to the most up to date version. (please refer to render product photos)

To get an upgrade kit order "Assembled Telescope + Tripod" (select your focal length) and use discount code: "UpgradeKit900Telescope+Tripod" for the 900mm version or "UpgradeKit450Telescope+Tripod" for the 450mm version.

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30-Day Returns

Shop with confidence, every order comes with a 30-day return policy. If something isn’t right, we’ll work with you to make it right. At North Star Scientific, your satisfaction is our priority and we stand by the quality of our products.

Return Policy

Features

  • Beginner-friendly:

    Easy to use for beginners or advanced astronomers. This telescope offers something for everyone. The assembly guide includes all the basic information you need to know about telescopes and stargazing.

  • Portability:

    The Travel Telescope was specifically designed from the ground up for portability. It can collapse down with its unique geometry to easily fit into small backpacks, perfect for your next dark sky trip. This is the perfect travel companion balancing power and portability.

  • Hands-on Guided Learning:

    There's no better way to learn how a telescope works than to build it yourself. The build kits are a great way to get hands on experience with a detailed assembly guide to learn all about telescopes. No 3D printer or tools required for build kits.
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