Telescopes & Astronomy

• 5-inch aperture provides excellent light-gathering ability at an affordable price. You’ll get impressive views of the Moon and planets, along with deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula, while retaining a compact form factor.
• Fully automated GoTo mount with database of 40,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks objects for you.
• SkyAlign technology gets your telescope aligned and ready to observe in minutes. Even if you’re unfamiliar with the night sky, you can easily align your telescope on any three bright objects.
• Unique single fork arm design and sturdy steel tripod all break down into separate components for easy transport and quick assembly.

NOTE:  For solar observing we recommend the Astrozap Glass Solar Filter (Product No. 124466) for use on this telescope.

• Fits telescopes with 1.25” focusers or visual backs, 90° viewing angle, best for observing objects overhead
• Accepts standard 1.25” eyepieces, Barlow lenses, and other accessories with a 1.25” insert barrel

• Holds a maximum instrument capacity of 30 lbs (13.6kg)
• Integer gear ratios and permanently programmable Periodic Error Correction eliminates recurring track errors from the worm gear
• New motors offer improved tracking performance & provide more power to overcome load imbalances
• Updated industrial design offers more rigidity, less flexure and improved aesthetics
• New design allows viewing or imaging across the meridian without interference from the motors housings
• Improved latitude range - can be used between 7 – 77° latitude
• Improved electronics with increased memory for future expansion
• NexStar+ hand control offers multiple language programming (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish)

• Digital Compass function provides degree, north pointing arrow and cardinal point readings. Compass Range: - 0° To 359° , 1-16 pointers (graphical)
• Magnetic declination angle adjustable for regions with magnetic variation
• Built-in Altimeter: measures in either meters or feet
• Barometer (air) pressure and sea level pressure measurement in mbar/hpPa, mmHG or inHG
• Weather forecast Icons: Sunny, Slightly Cloudy, Cloudy and Rainy
• Time, Date and Alarm Clock
• Built-in thermometer - °C or °F
• Backlight for nighttime use
• (2) long-life Lithium batteries included

• Designed to fit 32mm counterweight shafts
• Sturdy lock knob keeps the counterweight safely on the shaft
• For full list of compatible mounts, please see description section below

Wide dovetail bar to fit CGE or Losmandy style saddles

• Dovetail bar connects to the top of the Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph 8" to attach accessories to the optical tube.
• Dovetail bar is the same as the bar on the bottom of the RASA 8" optical tube.
• Aluminum body provides a sturdy platform for accessories, matches the dovetail mounting bar on the RASA 8".
• Installs easily into existing threaded holes in the RASA 8" and comes with all mounting hardware required.
• Accepts accessories that can mount onto CGE or Losmandy-D dovetail plates.

• Manual German equatorial mount with setting circles - to locate and track sky objects
• Adjustable, full height steel tripod with deluxe accessory tray
• Quick and easy no-tool setup
• Accessories include a 20mm and 10mm eyepiece, and a finderscope

• The Celestron Focus Motor enables electronic focusing using a computer or Celestron computerized mount hand controller for remote/hands-free observing.
• Self-powering: When connected to a Celestron computerized mount, the mount provides the power. When connected directly to a computer, USB provides the power.
• Compatible with a wide variety of Celestron Schmidt-Cassegrain, EdgeHD, and Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph optical tubes. Check description for full list.
• Motor controls include multiple speed rates, automatic GoTo indexed focuser position, and focuser backlash compensation.
• Focuser Utility software for Windows provides a simple user interface. Also compatible with Celestron PWI.
• Enables autofocusing with a camera and third-party software via ASCOM.
• Indexed focus position allows the motor to automatically return to a previous focus position and prevents the focus motor from reaching the end of telescope’s mechanical focus travel.
• Now compatible with the 9.25” EdgeHD.