The SVBONY SV182 6×30 Right-Angle Correct-Image (RACI) Finder Scope is designed for comfortable and intuitive object location during astronomical observing. Its right-angle viewing design and upright image orientation make it especially well suited to refractors and larger telescopes used at high elevations.
Key Features
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Right-Angle Viewing Design
The 90° viewing angle allows comfortable observing without neck strain, particularly when the telescope is pointed near the zenith. -
Correct-Image Orientation
Produces an upright, non-reversed image that matches star charts and naked-eye views, simplifying navigation. -
6×30 Wide-Field Finder Optics
Offers a useful balance of magnification and field of view, making it easier to locate and centre celestial targets. -
Fully Multi-Coated Optics
Multi-coated lenses enhance light transmission and contrast for brighter star fields and clearer targets. -
Durable Yet Lightweight Construction
Solid build quality ensures reliable alignment while remaining suitable for portable telescope setups.
RACI Finder for Comfortable Star Hopping
Unlike straight-through finders, the SV182 RACI design allows observers to remain in a natural viewing position. This makes it easier to star-hop accurately during long observing sessions.
Optical Performance & Field of View
The 30 mm objective lens gathers sufficient light to show faint guide stars, while the built-in crosshair reticle allows precise centring of targets before switching to the main telescope.
Objective Lens & Prism System
The internal prism system delivers a correctly oriented image without sacrificing brightness, making the finder both intuitive and effective for astronomical use.
Typical Use Cases
- Refractors and catadioptric telescopes
- High-altitude and zenith observing
- Star hopping with printed or digital charts
- Observers seeking ergonomic viewing comfort
Key Specifications
- Magnification: 6×
- Objective diameter: 30 mm
- Image orientation: Correct-image (upright)
- Design: Right-angle finder
- Reticle: Crosshair
Compatibility Notes
- Fits most telescopes with standard finder bases
- Right-angle design (not straight-through)
- Optimised for visual observing and star hopping
