The Kuiper 61" Telescope is located on Mt. Bigelow in the Catalina Mountains north of Tucson. Astronomers from the University of Arizona, Arizona State University and Northern Arizona University compete for observing time on the telescope. Below are links to the optical and instrument specifications to assist observers.
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| Location Specifications | |
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Longtitude |
-110.7345 |
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Latitude |
32.4165 |
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Elevation |
8235 ft. |
| Telescope Specifications | |
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Aperture |
1.54 m |
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Focal Length |
9.6 m |
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Mount |
Equatorial with limit of 65-degrees N |
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Additional Information on telescope specifications |
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Additional information regarding optical specifications |
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Additional instrumentation & Science Operations |
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