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AUD $5,149.00
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- 8” (2032 mm) f/10 Edge HD includes StarBright XLT coatings for better light transmission
- Edge HD optical design fully corrects for coma and field curvature, delivering a truly flat field
- Built-in tube vents with integrated 60 micron mesh filters allow hot air to be released behind the primary mirror
- The secondary mirror can be removed to allow the installation of Hyperstar and Fastar for fast F/2.8 imaging
- 9x50 optical finderscope for locating alignment stars
- Integer gear ratios and permanently programmable Periodic Error Correction eliminates recurring track errors from the worm gear.
- Autoguider port for long exposure imaging
- 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.
- NexStar+ hand control offers multiple language programming (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish)
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AUD $2,199.00
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- 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)
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AUD $20,199.00
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- 14" EdgeHD Optics
- Celestron premium StarBright XLT coatings
- CGX-L computerized Equatorial mount
- Heavy Duty stainless steel tripod adjustable from 38 - 55
- 9x50 finderscope with quick release bracket to help accurately find objects
- 2" Star diagonal provides more comfortable viewing position when observing objects that are high in the sky
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AUD $5,499.00
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Experience our best optical performance with EdgeHD’s aplanatic, flat field Schmidt-Cassegrain optics for pinpoint stars all the way to the edge of today’s largest imaging sensors and widest eyepieces
The aluminum optical tube is fitted with tube vents which features an integrated 95-micron mesh filter that allows hot air to be released from behind the primary mirror. Mirror support knobs hold the mirror in place and reduce image shift during imaging
Versatile design accommodates 2 focal ratios: native f/10 or ultra-fast f/2 imaging with a removable secondary mirror and third-party accessories
Celestron’s premium StarBright XLT coatings provide maximum light transmission
A 9x50 finderscope, 2” mirror diagonal for more comfortable viewing, and wide-angle 23 mm Luminos 2" eyepiece are all included.
For customers wishing to fit solar filters, the outside OTA diameter is 272 mm.
NOTE: For solar viewing the Astrozap Glass Solar filter (Product No. 124446) is recommended.
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AUD $99.99
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- Designed to fit 19mm counterweight shafts
- Sturdy lock knob keeps the counterweight safely on the shaft
- For full list of compatible mounts, please see description section below
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AUD $13,749.00
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- Experience our best optical performance with EdgeHD’s aplanatic, flat field Schmidt-Cassegrain optics for pinpoint stars all the way to the edge of today’s largest imaging sensors and widest eyepieces
- Aluminum optical tube with tube vents featuring an integrated 95-micron mesh filter allows hot air to be released from behind the primary mirror. Mirror support knobs hold the mirror in place and reduce image shift during imaging
- Versatile design accommodates 3 focal ratios: native f/10, f/7 with the addition of a focal reducer, or ultra-fast f/2 imaging with a removable secondary mirror and third-party accessories
- Celestron’s premium StarBright XLT coatings provide maximum light transmission
- A 9x50 finderscope, 2” mirror diagonal for more comfortable viewing, and wide-angle 23 mm Luminos 2" eyepiece are all included
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AUD $169.00
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This one's for the kids! The saxon 607AZ2 Refractor Telescope makes the perfect starter telescope to fuel your young observer's interest on land and sky objects.
This sturdy refractor telescope comes with a focal length of 700mm and an aperture of 60mm. The accompanying accessories include three eyepieces, a finderscope and an aluminium tripod with accessory tray to make your observing session that little bit easier.
Enjoy a nature-viewing session or a starry night out with the family with the saxon 607AZ2 Refractor Telescope.
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AUD $9,749.00
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- 9.25" HD Optical Tube Assembly
- CGX EQ Mount and Tripod
- Celestron’s premium StarBright XLT coatings provide maximum light transmission
- A 9x50 finderscope, 2” mirror diagonal for more comfortable viewing, and wide-angle 23 mm Luminos 2" eyepiece are all included
For customers wishing to fit solar filters, the outside OTA diameter is 272 mm.
NOTE: For solar viewing the Astrozap Glass Solar filter (Product No. 124446) is recommended.
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AUD $324.99
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- Custom made for CGX and CGX-L Mounts
- Adjustable bracket angle for best accessibility
- 6x magnification
- Simple reticle map easily locates the celestial pole without the need to reference an app or location & time
- Scope tilt is adjustable to allow for accurate polar alignment
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AUD $1,949.00
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