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Home Telescopes Celestron Telescopes Celestron Advanced VX Telescopes Celestron Advanced VX 8 Inch SCT Telescope
The iconic 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain has been known for decades as Celestron’s most beloved telescope. Now beginner to intermediate astroimagers can have their own C-8 at an extremely affordable price. This classic design has been upgraded with our StarBright XLT coatings for maximum light transmission. Combined with our fully featured Advanced VX mount, you have a setup that is ready for both imaging and visual observing. As you grow in your hobby, you can continue to enjoy all the high-level features of the Advanced VX computerised goto system that allows you to explore thousands of objects via the onboard database.Latest version with larger CGE type dovetailOptical Design Schmidt-CassegrainAperture (mm) 203 mm (7.99 in)Focal Length (mm) 2032 mm (80 in)Focal Ratio 10Eyepiece 1 (mm) 20 mm (0.79 in)Magnification 1 102 xFinderscope 6x30Optical Tube AluminumFastar Compatible YesTripod Adjustable, Stainless SteelTripod Legs 2"Weight (lbs) 59 lbs (27 kg)Power Supply Car battery adapterHighest Useful Magnification 480 xLowest Useful Magnification 29 xLimiting Stellar Magnitude 14Resolution (Dawes) 0.57 arc secondsLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) 841 xEQ Mount Weight 17 lbs (7.71 kg)Counterweights 1 x 11 lbsMotor Drive Low cog DC Servo motors with encoders, both axesSlew Speeds Nine slew speeds, 4 deg/sec maximumTracking Rates Sidereal, Solar and LunarTracking Modes EQ North and EQ SouthAlignment Procedures 2-Star Align, Quick Align, 1-Star Align, Last Alignment, Solar System AlignCommunication Ports 2x AUX ports, Autoguider port, RS-232 port (on hand control)Computer Hand Control Double line, 16 character Liquid Crystal Display; 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttonsDatabase 40,000+ objects, 100 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objectsPower Requirements 12V DC 3.5A (tip positive)Internal Clock YesGPS Optional SkySync GPS Accessory
About the VX MountThe latest version now includes a larger CGE format dovetail system. The Celestron Advanced VX mount was specifically designed to provide optimum imaging performance for smaller telescopes. Now your smaller telescope can take advantage of All-Star Polar Alignment and autoguider support. You’ll be able to track through long exposures using permanently programmable periodic error correction. Image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip, so you can seamlessly image the best part of night sky. Advanced VX features significantly larger base castings than our previous design, improving stability under heavier loads. Improved motors offer more torque and can handle slight load imbalances with ease.Optical Design Schmidt-CassegrainAperture (mm) 203 mm (7.99 in)Focal Length (mm) 2032 mm (80 in)Focal Ratio 10Eyepiece 1 (mm) 20 mm (0.79 in)Magnification 1 102 xFinderscope 6x30Optical Tube AluminumFastar Compatible YesTripod Adjustable, Stainless SteelTripod Legs 2"Weight (lbs) 59 lbs (27 kg)Power Supply Car battery adapterHighest Useful Magnification 480 xLowest Useful Magnification 29 xLimiting Stellar Magnitude 14Resolution (Dawes) 0.57 arc secondsLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) 841 xEQ Mount Weight 17 lbs (7.71 kg)Counterweights 1 x 11 lbsMotor Drive Low cog DC Servo motors with encoders, both axesSlew Speeds Nine slew speeds, 4 deg/sec maximumTracking Rates Sidereal, Solar and LunarTracking Modes EQ North and EQ SouthAlignment Procedures 2-Star Align, Quick Align, 1-Star Align, Last Alignment, Solar System AlignCommunication Ports 2x AUX ports, Autoguider port, RS-232 port (on hand control)Computer Hand Control Double line, 16 character Liquid Crystal Display; 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttonsDatabase 40,000+ objects, 100 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objectsPower Requirements 12V DC 3.5A (tip positive)Internal Clock YesGPS Optional SkySync GPS Accessory
Just what I was looking for This product was spot on for what I wanted. Most impressive of all was the customer service I received. I had many questions and they were all answered quickly with brilliant advice and recommendations. Shipping was really quick and easy. All this during a time that's hard for us all. Well done! (17/05/2020) Rachel - North Lincs
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