Celestron 8" Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope (SCT) Optical Tube Assembly (OTA) - Professional Astronomy Equipment for Stargazing & Astrophotography
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Product Description
Experience the universe like never before with the Celestron 8" SCT CGE OTA! This powerful telescope combines advanced optics with a sturdy mount for awe-inspiring views. Explore distant galaxies, planetary nebulae, and the lunar surface with stunning clarity and vibrant colors. Effortlessly navigate the night sky and capture unforgettable moments with this exceptional telescope. Elevate your stargazing experience and unlock the secrets of the cosmos with the Celestron 8" SCT CGE OTA.
- 8" Schmidt-Cassegrain Optical Tube Assembly
- Aluminum Optical Tube
- Celestron's premium StarBright XLT coatings
- 2032 mm focal length (f/10)
- 25 mm eyepiece included (81x)
- The visual back allows for use with 1.25" accessories
- 6x30 finderscope to help accurately find objects
- Star diagonal provides more comfortable viewing position when observing objects that are high in the sky
- Includes dovetail rail compatible with CGE mount
| Optical Design | Schmidt-Cassegrain |
| Aperture (mm) | 203.2 mm (8") |
| Focal Length | 2032 mm (80") |
| Focal Ratio | 10 |
| Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm) | 25 mm (0.98") |
| Magnification of Eyepiece 1 | 81x |
| Finderscope | 6x30 |
| Star Diagonal | 1.25 |
| Optical Tube | Aluminum |
| Highest Useful Magnification | 480x |
| Lowest Useful Magnification | 29x |
| Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 14 |
| Resolution (Rayleigh) | 0.69 arc seconds |
| Resolution (Dawes) | 0.57 arc seconds |
| Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) | 843x |
| Secondary Mirror Obstruction | 64 mm (2.5") |
| Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter | 31% |
| Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area | 9.77% |
| Optical Coatings | StarBright XLT |
| Optical Tube Length | 432 mm (17") |
| Optical Tube Weight | 12.5 lbs (5.67 kg) |
| Dovetail Compatibility | CGE Mount |
