{"title":"Cassegrain Telescopes","description":"\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What is a Cassegrain telescope?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"A Cassegrain telescope is a catch-all term used to describe a general telescope design which uses a convex primary mirror and a concave secondary mirror. Light enters through the front of the tube and passes to the bottom where it reflects off the primary mirror, back up to the secondary mirror, and then finally back down out the back of the telescope to the focal plane. This is what's known as \\\"folded optics\\\" in the telescope world, and it allows for a very long focal length design in a compact body.\"\n    }\n  },{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"Which main category of telescopes do Cassegrains fall under?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Because Cassegrain telescopes use two mirrors to bring an image into focus, many Cassegrain designs like Ritchey-Chretiéns are reflector telescopes. However, in some designs, there is a corrector plate\/lens in the front or rear of the telescope. Because of this, some Cassegrains like Schmidt-Cassegrains can be categorized as catadioptric telescopes. So really, the answer is that Cassegrains can be either a reflector or a catadioptric.\"\n    }\n  },{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What are Cassegrains best used for?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Generally speaking, Cassegrains are best used for observing and imaging targets at long focal lengths, but it depends on the type of Cassegrain:\"\n    }\n  },{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"How Do I Know Which Cassegrain Telescope To Buy?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Generally speaking, we recommend that all beginners interested in the catadioptric design go with a Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope (SCT) like the Celestron Nexstar series. These telescopes come with a go-to mount that can automatically point the telescope to an object you type into the hand controller, making it easy to find objects. A Maksutov Cassegrain can be a good choice for beginners and intermediate users who primarily wish to observe the planets and the moon.\n\nIf you're an experienced astrophotographer who primarily wants to use a telescope to photograph deep sky objects with excellent optics, a Ritchey-Chretién may be the right choice for you. Finally, a Dall Kirkham may be a good choice if you're looking for a telescope that will excel at planetary observing or imaging.\"\n    }\n  },{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"Are Cassegrain Telescopes Good For Astrophotography?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Yes! Every type of Cassegrain telescope can be used for astrophotography. Some designs, like the Ritchey-Chretién and Corrected Dall Kirkham are so well corrected that they are often used in professional observatories for research purposes. Since most Cassegrain telescopes feature very long focal lengths, though, it can be like looking at space through a coffee straw. For this reason, we don't normally recommend them for beginner imagers, especially if you're planning to do deep sky imaging. However, most Cassegrains make for great astrophotography telescopes.\"\n    }\n  }]\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003c!----- Do not remove these tags as they are identifiers for the site's CSS -----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----- TOP DESCRIPTION -----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're visually observing or imaging, find your perfect Cassegrain Telescope for any use at OPT!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----- SUB DESCRIPTION -----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- sub description --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCassegrain telescopes are great optical performers, and offer a variety of designs for any use. There's the Schmidt Cassegrain, the Maksutov Cassegrain, and the Ritchey-Chretién design, among many others. To find out which one is right for you, click Learn More.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#blog_block\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn More\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----- BLOG BANNER IMAGE AND TEXT -----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- blog banner --\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"blog_block\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Cassegrains | OPT\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1594\/4815\/files\/DSC4826_1024x1024.jpg?v=1618878706\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eUnderstanding Cassegrain Telescopes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCassegrain telescopes come in a wide variety of optical designs, so it's important to understand the differences between them before deciding on a telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----- INTRODUCTION -----\u003e\u003c!-- bottom text --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Cassegrain telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Cassegrain telescope is a catch-all term used to describe a general telescope design which uses a convex primary mirror and a concave secondary mirror. Light enters through the front of the tube and passes to the bottom where it reflects off the primary mirror, back up to the secondary mirror, and then finally back down out the back of the telescope to the focal plane. This is what's known as \"folded optics\" in the telescope world, and it allows for a very long focal length design in a compact body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1594\/4815\/files\/1920px-Schmidt-Cassegrain-Telescope.svg_600x600_9a3f1363-a2b3-4e1a-ad5b-8c7202be5ebc_600x600.png?v=1618598534\" alt=\"Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eExample of a Cassegrain telescope design (Schmidt-Cassegrain)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich main category of telescopes do Cassegrains fall under?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause Cassegrain telescopes use two mirrors to bring an image into focus, many Cassegrain designs like Ritchey-Chretiéns are \u003ca title=\"Reflector Telescopes | OPT\" href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/collections\/reflector-telescopes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ereflector telescopes\u003c\/a\u003e. However, in some designs, there is a corrector plate\/lens in the front or rear of the telescope. Because of this, some Cassegrains like Schmidt-Cassegrains can be categorized as \u003ca title=\"Catadioptric Telescopes | OPT\" href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/collections\/catadioptric-telescopes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecatadioptric telescopes\u003c\/a\u003e. So really, the answer is that Cassegrains can be either a reflector or a catadioptric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are Cassegrains best used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerally speaking, Cassegrains are best used for observing and imaging targets at long focal lengths, but it depends on the type of Cassegrain:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/collections\/sct-telescopes\" title=\"SCT Telescopes | OPT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchmidt Cassegrain Telescopes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are best used for just about any target. When paired with other accessories like focal reducers or Barlow lenses, SCTs are some of the most versatile telescopes out there. You can use them for observing and imaging solar system objects like the planets and the moon, as well as deep sky objects like galaxies and nebulae. The SCT is a jack of all trades, with probably its biggest strong suit being planetary imaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/collections\/ritchey-chretien-telescopes\" title=\"Ritchey Chretién Telescopes | OPT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRitchey Chretién Telescopes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are some of the most well-corrected telescopes consumers can buy, as their design allows for a flat field across a large image sensor. They are best used for long focal length deep sky imaging, which tends to lend well for research. However, RCs are ill-advised for planetary images because their optical design lowers contrast dramatically.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/collections\/maksutov-cassegrain-telescopes\" title=\"Maksutov Cassegrain Telescopes | OPT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaksutov Cassegrain Telescopes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e make for excellent planetary viewing and imaging, and can provide even better views of the planets than SCTs due to slightly longer focal ratios. However, unlike SCTs, they do not pair well with reducers and therefore aren't nearly as versatile for other applications like deep sky imaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/collections\/dall-kirkham-telescopes\" title=\"Dall Kirkham Telescopes | OPT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDall Kirkham Telescopes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are a more expensive telescope design best used for planetary viewing or imaging, and are often used for research. Please note that there are other modified variants of Dall Kirkham telescopes (see below), which are different in that they feature corrective optics for professional imaging with large sensor cameras.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther Cassegrain Telescopes\u003c\/strong\u003e exist as well, such as the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=classical+cassegrain\" title=\"Classical Cassegrain Telescopes | OPT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eClassical Cassegrain\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/collections\/dall-kirkham-telescopes?page=1\u0026amp;rb_filter_ptag_30d4f276d650dbfd9f52699c543e312f=Corrected+Dall+Kirkham%7CImaging+Dall+Kirkham%7COptimized+Dall+Kirkham\" title=\"Corrected Dall Kirkham (CDK) Telescopes | OPT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCorrected Dall Kirkham (CDK)\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=ridk\u0026amp;tab=products\u0026amp;sort_by=price\u0026amp;page=1\" title=\"Riccardi Dall Kirkham (RiDK) Telescopes | OPT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRiccardi Dall Kirkham (RiDK)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/collections\/riccardi-honders-telescopes\" title=\"Riccardi Honders Telescopes | OPT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRiccardi-Honders\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/collections\/harmer-wynne\" title=\"Harmer Wynne \/ RiFAst Telescopes | OPT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHarmer-Wynne\u003c\/a\u003e, and more, and are usually reserved for research purposes. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!----- BLOG SECTION -----\u003e\u003c!-- blog --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----- BLOG SUBHEAD 1 -----\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain Telescopes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Schmidt Cassegrain Telescope\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1594\/4815\/files\/SCT_1024x1024.jpg?v=1614731273\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----- BLOG BODY 1 -----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBest for observers and imagers who want a highly versatile telescope\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain Telescopes, also known as SCTs, are by far the most common type of catadioptric telescopes and for good reason. Schmidt-Cassegrains are highly popular with both beginners and advanced amateur astronomers alike for their versatility, compact design, and great optics. Beginner SCTs are usually paired with a go-to mount, which make SCTs long focal lengths a breeze to find objects. Most Schmidt-Cassegrains feature a native focal ratio of around f\/10. Schmidt-Cassegrains can be easily paired with a Barlow lens, which make them especially ideal for observing or imaging the planets at around f\/20. However, for those who want to use a faster telescope, one can upgrade to a focal reducer that brings the focal ratio to around f\/7. Finally, for deep sky imagers who want an ultra-fast and wide-field telescope, some intermediate to advanced Schmidt-Cassegrains are even compatible with Hyperstar products, which brings the focal ratio down to a staggeringly-fast f\/2! We can confidently say that the wide variety of focal ratios available make SCTs the most versatile type of any telescope, especially for astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Schmidt Cassegrain Telescopes | OPT\" href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/collections\/sct-telescopes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore Schmidt Cassegrain Telescopes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----- BLOG SUBHEAD 2 -----\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRitchey-Chretién Telescopes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ritchey-Chretien Telescope\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1594\/4815\/files\/UT-11720-1_5000x_d4f96031-55ea-4bd7-8697-c42b7f2a958a_1024x1024.jpg?v=1612987188\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----- BLOG BODY 2 -----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBest for deep sky imagers who want a long focal length scope with great optics\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ritchey-Chretién, or RC for short, is a specialized reflector design that is excellent for long focal length, deep sky imaging. If you're hoping to primarily image distant galaxies or just get close-up views of deep sky objects in general, an RC may be right for you. Unlike a Newtonian or many refractors where additional accessories are needed to begin serious imaging, RCs are some of the best out-of-the-box astrophotography telescopes. Featuring a coma-free design, RCs suffer from very few optical aberrations (imperfections), making them ideal for serious imagers. Due to a large central obstruction, which is where the secondary mirror obstructs the light path, RCs tend to have lower natural contrast than other optical designs and therefore aren't as ideal for planetary imaging like Schmidt-Cassegrains are. This also means poor visual performance, and we don't recommend buying an RC for visual use. RCs also feature slow focal ratios, which make them great for distant objects, but generally requiring longer exposure times than faster telescopes. This also means they are rather unforgiving telescopes in terms of tracking errors, and for that reason are not recommended for beginning imagers. The slow focal ratio can, however, be alleviated somewhat with the use of a reducer. Overall, RCs are limited in their use, but excel at what they're made for: imaging distant deep sky objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/collections\/ritchey-chretien-telescopes\" title=\"Ritchey-Chretién Telescopes | OPT\"\u003eExplore Ritchey-Chretién Telescopes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----- BLOG SUBHEAD 3 -----\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaksutov-Cassegrain Telescopes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Maksutov Cassegrain Telescope\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1594\/4815\/files\/Mak_Cass_3569094a-88b8-478e-a39e-66bbeb256c23_1024x1024.jpg?v=1614730793\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----- BLOG BODY 3 -----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBest for those who want a dedicated telescope for planetary viewing \u0026amp; imaging\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Maksutov-Cassegrain, or Mak-Cass for short, is very similar to the Schmidt-Cassegrain design but generally features a slightly longer focal ratio that make them ideal for planetary observing and imaging. There are two main differences between a Mak-Cass and an SCT. The first is the corrector plate, which is generally much thicker on a Mak-Cass. This means that Mak-Casses will take a longer time to adjust to air temperature outside than an SCT will. The second is that Mak-Casses usually have longer native focal ratios than SCTs do. While SCTs are usually set around f\/10, Mak-Casses are generally around f\/12 to f\/15. This makes them a poor choice for imaging deep sky objects due to longer exposure times, but a rather excellent choice for viewing and imaging solar system objects like planets and the moon. Unlike SCTs, Mak-Casses are much less compatible with focal reducers, which make them much less versatile overall. However, they are generally great optical performers at their native focal ratio and are ideal for those who want excellent planetary performance on a limited budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/collections\/maksutov-cassegrain-telescopes\" title=\"Maksutov Cassegrain Telescopes | OPT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eExplore Maksutov Cassegrain Telescopes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----- BLOG SUBHEAD 4 -----\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDall-Kirkham \u0026amp; Cassegrain Telescopes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1594\/4815\/files\/Takahashi-Mewlon-180-C_5000x_684908f1-d304-4af9-9104-11ae64dfe003_1024x1024.jpg?v=1612987930\" alt=\"Dall-Kirkham Telescope\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----- BLOG BODY 4 -----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBest for planetary observers \u0026amp; imagers who want a design free of refractive elements\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough less common, telescopes like the Classic Cassegrain and the (non-corrected) Dall-Kirkham designs are excellent reflectors used primarily for high-end planetary viewing and imaging. Since these telescopes use an all-mirrored design, they are generally considered superior to other planetary telescopes like Schmidt-Cassegrains or Refractor telescopes which use glass lens elements and can introduce chromatic aberration. Classic Cassegrains and Dall-Kirkhams do not suffer from any chromatic aberration and have very long native focal ratios, making them the ideal choice for high-end and research-grade planetary observing. Most of these telescopes are very expensive and have this specialized use, but excel at long focal length viewing and imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/collections\/dall-kirkham-telescopes\" title=\"Dall-Kirkham Telescopes | OPT\"\u003eExplore Dall-Kirkham Telescopes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----- FAQ SECTION -----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- faq --\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eHow Do I Know Which Cassegrain Telescope To Buy?\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerally speaking, we recommend that all beginners interested in the catadioptric design go with a Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope (SCT) like the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=nexstar\u0026amp;page=1\u0026amp;rb_filter_ptag_30d4f276d650dbfd9f52699c543e312f=Modified+SCT%7CSCT\" title=\"Celestron Nexstar Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescopes | OPT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCelestron Nexstar series\u003c\/a\u003e. These telescopes come with a go-to mount that can automatically point the telescope to an object you type into the hand controller, making it easy to find objects. A \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=maksutov+cassegrain\" title=\"Maksutov Cassegrain Telescopes | OPT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMaksutov Cassegrain\u003c\/a\u003e can be a good choice for beginners and intermediate users who primarily wish to observe the planets and the moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're an experienced astrophotographer who primarily wants to use a telescope to photograph deep sky objects with excellent optics, a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/collections\/ritchey-chretien-telescopes\" title=\"Ritchey-Chretién Telescopes | OPT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRitchey-Chretién\u003c\/a\u003e may be the right choice for you. Finally, a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/optcorp.com\/collections\/dall-kirkham-telescopes\" title=\"Dall Kirkham Telescopes | OPT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDall Kirkham\u003c\/a\u003e may be a good choice if you're looking for a telescope that will excel at planetary observing or imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAre Cassegrain Telescopes Good For Astrophotography?\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes! Every type of Cassegrain telescope can be used for astrophotography. Some designs, like the Ritchey-Chretién and Corrected Dall Kirkham are so well corrected that they are often used in professional observatories for research purposes. Since most Cassegrain telescopes feature very long focal lengths, though, it can be like looking at space through a coffee straw. For this reason, we don't normally recommend them for beginner imagers, especially if you're planning to do deep sky imaging. However, most Cassegrains make for great astrophotography telescopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"celestron-5-schmidt-cassegrain-spotting-scope","title":"Celestron C5 Schmidt-Cassegrain Spotting Scope","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe C5 Schmidt-Cassegrain Spotting Scope by Celestron\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality, 127 mm aperture Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope with a 1250 mm focal length and an f\/9.8 focal ratio. Your Celestron SCT Spotter uses high-quality optical glass for excellent image quality and fully coated optics for optimum image performance. Its optical excellence is the reason it was chosen by NASA for many space shuttle missions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCelestron C130 Mak Spotting Scope Features at A Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIt includes a water-resistant soft carrying case for your convenience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eA 25 mm eyepiece is included, but you can interchange it with other 1.25-inch eyepieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBoth the 45-degree diagonal and the finderscope are image correct (Erect Image) for easy terrestrial viewing!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThe C5 Spotting Scope is both tripod adaptable and T-thread adaptable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIts optics have been outfitted with Celestron's patented StarBright Optical Coatings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThis 5-inch optical tube measures approximately 13 inches long and weighs 96 ounces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience Prime Views from Home or in the Field with the C5 Spotting Scope\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePortability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThe Celestron C5 spotting scope is 6 lb in weight and 11 inches in length, making it a portable visual and photographic equipment that performs well in any viewing location.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThe Celestron C5's 5-inch aperture offers 4.5x more light-gathering ability than a 60 mm spotting scope and 2.5x more than an 80 mm scope. 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Meade's LX200-ACF brings Advanced Coma-Free (ACF) optics within reach of aspiring astronomers everywhere. Nearly every observatory reflector in the world uses an aplanatic (coma-free) optical system like the Ritchey Chretien (RC), including NASA's Hubble Space Telescope. Now you can own similar optics to what the professionals use. The LX200-ACF includes all the field-proven features of the LX200 including GPS, Primary Mirror Lock, Zero Image-Shift Microfocuser, Oversized Primary Mirror, SmartDrive; Smart Mount, AutoStar II and more. Plus, the LX200-ACF comes with observatory-class optics and a Series 5000 26 mm 5-Element Plossl eyepiece. The new LX200-ACF. It's the biggest news in astronomy since, well, the LX200. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA traditional RC design is a type of reflector that delivers a coma-free, flat field of view via hyperbolic primary and secondary mirrors. 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This additional 1\/4\" yields a wide, fully illuminated field-of-view.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmart Mount constantly refines pointing accuracy each time an object is centered and updated. Compatible with both equatorial and alt-azimuth mounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComa Killer - What is coma? It's not some sort of astronomical state of unconsciousness. It's an optical aberration. Precisely defined, coma is a distortion in which the image of a star cannot be focused to a point, but takes on the shape of a comet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmart DriveT provides permanent periodic error correction (PPEC) on both axes by learning and averaging error over the course of one or more training periods, thereby minimizing guiding corrections during long-exposure photographs. 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In addition to top-of-the-line optics, the LX90 also comes equipped with the AudioStar® Computer with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAstronomer Inside \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003etechnology, allowing you to not only find and track over 30,000 celestial objects but to also experience a guided tour as you listen to audio content through its built-in speaker.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features of the Meade 12-inch LX90 Telescope\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGPS-\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in Sony GPS sensor determines your precise date, time and location for precise alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8x50 Viewfinder-\u003c\/strong\u003e Quickly and easily locate and center deep-sky objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudioStar Controller-\u003c\/strong\u003e Controls the telescope to find and track any of over 30,000 celestial objects and gives you an audio guide of astronomical objects including planets, stars, constellations, clusters, nebula, galaxies and more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeade Ultra-High Transmission Coatings- \u003c\/strong\u003eIncreases total light transmission and image brightness by nearly 20% over Meade's standard coatings. 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Over the course of one or more training periods, your LX90 will minimize guiding corrections during long exposure astrophotography.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuto-Align- \u003c\/strong\u003epicks two alignment stars for you and places directly in your telescope’s viewfinder, which then allows you to center them and fine-tune your alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRigid Cast Aluminum Fork Mount-\u003c\/strong\u003e the mounts two, sturdy fork arms give the LX90’s Optical Tube Assembly a solid platform for Astrophotography.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOPT Product Number: \u003cstrong\u003eME-1010-90-03\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA 10-Inch (254 mm) Advanced Coma-Free LX90 Telescope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocal Ratio: f\/10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocal Length: 2500 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat value system for the discerning astronomer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOTA \u0026amp; Mount Combined Weight = 49 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTripod Weight = 19 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003eIncluded:\n\u003cli\u003eMeade 10-Inch LX90-ACF UHTC Telescope (49 lb with OTA \u0026amp; Mount)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable Height Standard Field Tripod (19 lb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8x50 Finderscope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25-inch Diagonal\/ Prism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25-inch eyepiece: 26 mm, Series 4000 Super Plossl \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAutoStar Suite\u003c\/em\u003e Software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudioStar Controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruction Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1594\/4815\/files\/14-0220-00_Rev2B__NoClip.pdf?v=1644350375\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNew Meade Field Tripod product amendment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Year Warranty \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Meade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44879297482,"sku":"ME-1010-90-03","price":3499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1594\/4815\/products\/Meade-10-Inch-ACF-LX90-Telescope.jpg?v=1542384701"},{"product_id":"meade-10inch-lx200-acf-telescope","title":"Meade 10\" ACF LX200 Telescope","description":"\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EakmsgwSBqQ?rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe ACF-LC200 from Meade is an excellent choice for the astronomer looking for a new telescope. It is a top-notch Schmidt Cassegrain Telescope that performs at the same level as a Ritchey Chretien at a fraction of the cost. This puts the possibility of a Coma free astronomy experience within the reach of amateur astronomers once more and enables you to enjoy flat and wide fields of view without paying a fortune.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eA traditional RC design is a type of reflector that delivers a coma-free, flat field of view via hyperbolic primary and secondary mirrors. RC telescopes (from a variety of manufacturers) are found in most of the world's top observatories and NASA's Hubble Space Telescope. Because the mirrors in these telescopes have always been very expensive to make, few amateur astronomers could enjoy them. Fortunately, Meade engineers developed an Advanced Coma Free design by combining a hyperbolic secondary mirror with a corrector-lens-and-spherical-primary-mirror combination that performs as one hyperbolic element. This ACF design produces a coma-free, flat field of view that rivals traditional RC telescopes at a fraction of the cost. 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This additional 1\/4\" yields a wide, fully illuminated field-of-view.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eSmart Mount: constantly refines pointing accuracy each time an object is centered and updated. Compatible with both equatorial and altazimuth mounts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eComa Killer - What is coma? It's not some sort of astronomical state of unconsciousness. It's an optical aberration. Precisely defined, coma is a distortion in which the image of a star cannot be focused to a point, but takes on the shape of a comet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eSmart Drive provides permanent periodic error correction (PPEC) on both axes by learning and averaging error over the course of one or more training periods, thereby minimizing guiding corrections during long-exposure photographs. 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Meade's LX200-ACF brings Advanced Coma-Free (ACF) optics within reach of aspiring astronomers everywhere. Nearly every observatory reflector in the world uses an aplanatic (coma-free) optical system like the Ritchey Chretien (RC), including NASA's Hubble Space Telescope. Now you can own similar optics to what the professionals use. The Meade LX200-ACF telescope includes all the field-proven features of the LX200 including GPS, Primary Mirror Lock, Oversized Primary Mirror, SmartDrive; Smart Mount, AutoStar II and more. The new Meade LX200-ACF. It's the biggest news in astronomy since, well, the LX200. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA traditional RC design is a type of reflector that delivers a coma-free, flat field of view via hyperbolic primary and secondary mirrors. RC telescopes (from a variety of manufacturers) are found in most of the world's top observatories and NASA's Hubble Space Telescope. Because the mirrors in these telescopes have always been very expensive to make, few amateur astronomers could enjoy them. Fortunately, Meade engineers developed a radical new Advanced Coma Free design by combining a hyperbolic secondary mirror with a corrector-lens-and-spherical-primary-mirror combination that performs as one hyperbolic element. This ACF design produces a coma-free, flat field of view that rivals traditional RC telescopes at a fraction of the cost. The design even eliminates diffraction spikes and improves astigmatism, both of which are inherent in the traditional RC design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeade 12\" f\/10 LX200-ACF Advanced Coma-Free Telescope Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ef\/10 Advanced Coma-Free Optics: Building from a classic RC design, Meade has created a new design with the same coma-free pinpoint star images and flatter field that discerning astrophotographers and most professional observatories have come to expect from classic Ritchey Chretien optics. Meade's Advanced Coma-Free system also reduces astigmatism and eliminates diffraction spikes found in classical RCs. 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The Maksutov optical design is recognized for being a portable design that is easy to use and has a variety of applications, making it an excellent choice for both terrestrial and astronomical usage. This Celestron C90 Mak has excellent optics with razor-sharp images over a wide field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron C90 Spotting Scope has a full 90 mm (3.54 in) aperture, 1250 mm (49.21-inch) focal length and a focal ratio of f\/13.89. The included 32 mm eyepiece provides 39X magnification and can be used either straight-through or at a 45-degree angle. The C90 comes with an 8x21 optical finderscope and can even be combined with a camera by using the optional T-thread adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find the Celestron C90 is also very portable as well. It measures only 16-inches (406.4 mm) long and weighs in at 5-pounds (2.27 kg). 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This results in pinpoint, high-definition star images throughout your astrophotographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo properly power this product, you will need the AC adapter listed in the recommended items below.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8-inch EdgeHD\/ Modified Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComputerized Alt-Azimuth Mount with GoTo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-Duty Tripod.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarBright XLT Optical Coatings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNexStar+ Hand Control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8-inch EdgeHD\/ Modified Schmidt-Cassegrain OTA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComputerized Dual-Fork-Arm Alt-Azimuth Mount with GoTo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-Duty Tripod with 2 Inch Adjustable Steel Legs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory Tray and Leg Support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNexStar+ Hand Controller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9x50 Optical Finderscope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25-inch Eyepiece\/ 40 mm, 51x mag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCD Power Cable\/ Cigarette Lighter Adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/celestron-site-support-files\/support_files\/NexRemoteInstall_1_7_22.zip\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"NexRemote Software on CD ROM\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNexRemote Software on CD ROM\u003c\/a\u003e - Only For Windows(PC).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 Year Telescope Warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44894816970,"sku":"CE-11007","price":3199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1594\/4815\/products\/CELESTRON_CPC_DELUXE_800_EDGE_HD_TELESCOPE.jpg?v=1535736448"},{"product_id":"celestron-cpc-deluxe-1100-hd-telescope","title":"Celestron CPC Deluxe 1100 HD Telescope","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"video-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rbrEz8HNXs0?rel=0\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Celestron CPC Deluxe 1100 HD Telescope\u003c\/strong\u003e is a supreme visual instrument or, with optional wedge and CCD cameras, a serious astrophotographer's tool! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlthough large in aperture, with its conveniently located carrying handles and an optical tube weight, with forks attached of 66 lb, the Celestron CPC Deluxe 1100 HD is still portable enough to set up in your backyard or take with you to your favorite dark sky location yet gives you a huge amount of aperture. 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Speaking of the star diagonal, this telescope includes a 2-inch 90-degree star diagonal to accept both 2-inch and 1.25-inch eyepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher 180 mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope comes with a 2-inch 28 mm LET eyepiece. The included 8x50 finder scope makes it easy to find those celestial objects. This 180 mm (7.08-inch) aperture Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope by Sky-Watcher provides a serious aperture for impressive bright images of celestial objects in and out of the solar system, and the long 2700 mm focal length will provide refractor-like contrast. With over 7-inches of aperture and a proven diffraction-limited Maksutov-Cassegrain optical system, you will be amazed at the new celestial observations you will accomplish in no time. 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Precisely defined, coma is a distortion in which the image of a star cannot be focused to a point, but takes on the shape of a comet. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy choose the Meade LX200-ACF? Because coma is an optical aberration. Precisely defined, coma is a distortion in which the image of a star cannot be focused to a point, but takes on the shape of a comet. Worst yet, the majority of telescope optical systems, including the popular Schmidt-Cassegrain, have it to one degree or another. Once, you would have had to spend tens of thousands of dollars for an aplanatic optical system (a fancy term for coma-free). Now that Meade has made this Advanced Coma-Free optical system, this level of performance is affordable to the amateur. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Meade LX200-ACF telescope brings advanced Coma Free optics within reach of aspiring astronomers everywhere. 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Natural coma and optical aberrations are eliminated, allowing for pinpoint round stars to the edge of the field. These qualities make Meade ACF optical tubes excellent imaging instruments. By pairing its ACF optics with their Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC), light transmission and detail are greatly increased allowing you visually discern fainter objects! At only f\/8 your exposure times are exponentially decreased allowing you to get more imaging each night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eMeade 10-inch LX850-ACF SCT Catadioptric OTA Telescope\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eACF (Advanced Coma Free) Optics\u003c\/strong\u003e for maximum sharpness and clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUHTC (Ultra High Transmission Coatings)\u003c\/strong\u003e for 20% more contrast and brightness when compared to Meade's original optical coatings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7:1 precision focuser with zero-image shift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLosmandy style dovetail\u003c\/strong\u003e for fast and easy attachment to your choice of mount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes Vixen style\u003c\/strong\u003e, top mounted accessory dovetail to readily accept a wide variety of accessories including guide scopes and cameras.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for Imaging Deep-Sky Objects and Capturing Detailed Images of the Moon and Planets!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAperture: 10 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocal Ratio: f\/8.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocal Length: 2032 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeedy and efficient Schmidt Cassegrain Telescope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Meade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44932441098,"sku":"ME-1008-80-01","price":3299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1594\/4815\/products\/meade-10-f-8-acf-optical-tube-assembly.jpg?v=1570008543"},{"product_id":"meade-16-f-8-acf-optical-tube-assembly","title":"Meade LX600 16\" F\/8 ACF Optical Tube Assembly","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"video-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EakmsgwSBqQ\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeade's LX850 16-inch Advanced Coma-Free (ACF) optical tube\u003c\/strong\u003e features a fast f\/8 design making it an optimal choice for astrophotographers needing a large aperture system. Specialized baffling provides high-contrast images that are crisp from edge to edge. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeade's proprietary ACF optical design goes a step beyond traditional Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes by shortening the focal length and improving image clarity, color and contrast. Advanced Coma-Free optics display stars crisp and clear throughout the image circle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeade LX850 16-inch ACF OTA Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3251 mm focal length gives you a focal ratio of f\/8 making this a fast Cassegrain-style design, reducing exposure times without sacrificing image quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully designed internal baffling maximizes light transmission for optimal contrast and brightness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn internal Crayford-style focusing system moves the primary mirror with zero backlash or image shift and has a 7:1 focusing speed ratio which smooth and precise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignature blue matte pebble finish on the optical tube is both durable and beautiful.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for Imaging Deep-Sky Objects and Capturing Detailed Images of the Moon and Planets!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eACF Optics Reduce Color Fringing and Off-Axis Comas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAperture: 406 mm (16 inches).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocal Ratio: f\/8.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocal Length: 3251 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptical Design: ACF Cassegrain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16-inch f\/8 ACF optical tube assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFront and rear dust covers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLosmandy style dovetail bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44932451210,"sku":"ME-1608-80-01","price":10999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1594\/4815\/products\/LX600OTAFront.png?v=1587161133"},{"product_id":"meade-14-lx850-acf-catadioptric-ota","title":"Meade 14\" LX850-ACF Catadioptric OTA Telescope","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"video-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EakmsgwSBqQ\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Meade 14-inch LX850-ACF Catadioptric Schmidt-Cassegrain OTA telescope\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers the clarity, contrast and flat field of view. Natural coma and optical aberrations are eliminated, allowing for pinpoint round stars to the edge of the field. These qualities make Meade ACF optical tubes, excellent imaging instruments. By pairing its ACF optics with their Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC), light transmission and detail are greatly increased allowing you visually discern fainter objects! At only f\/8 your exposure times are exponentially decreased allowing you to get more imaging each night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures of the Meade LX850-ACF Catadioptric OTA \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eACF (Advanced Coma-Free) Optics\u003c\/strong\u003e for maximum sharpness and clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUHTC (Ultra High Transmission Coatings)\u003c\/strong\u003e for 20% more contrast and brightness when compared to Meade's original optical coatings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLosmandy style dovetail\u003c\/strong\u003e for fast and easy attachment to your choice of mount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes Vixen-style\u003c\/strong\u003e, top-mounted accessory dovetail to readily accept a wide variety of accessories including guide scopes and cameras.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product does not come with a finder scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\nMeade Product Number: \u003cstrong\u003e1408-80-01\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent Imaging Instrument.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelivers Clarity, Contrast and Flat Field of View.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAperture: 355 mm (14 inches). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocal Ratio: f\/8.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocal Length: 2840 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14-inch F\/8 ACF Optical Tube Assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Meade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44932465482,"sku":"ME-1408-80-01","price":6999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1594\/4815\/products\/Meade-14-Inch-F-8-ACF-Optical-Tube-Assembly.jpg?v=1573839156"},{"product_id":"meade-12-lx850-acf-f-8-ota-telescope","title":"Meade 12\" LX850-ACF f\/8 OTA Telescope","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"video-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EakmsgwSBqQ\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Meade 12-inch f\/8 LX850-ACF OTA\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers the ultimate in clarity, contrast and flat field of view. Natural coma and optical aberrations are eliminated allowing for pinpoint round stars to the edge of the field. These qualities make Meade ACF optical tubes excellent imaging instruments. By pairing ACF optics with their Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC), light transmission and detail are greatly increased allowing you visually discern fainter objects. This OTA is built for speed too. 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This integration allows the telescope to center your target perfectly in the field of view. Once centered, the star tracking system communicates directly with the motor drives to automatically assure your scope stays locked onto its target with arcsecond precision. The automated optical tracking system delivers long-exposure guiding with pinpoint stars on astro-images despite misalignments, atmospheric refraction, periodic or other mechanical errors. New f\/8 Advanced Coma-Free Optical System: Meade has completely redesigned the OTAs with a new and a two-speed micro focuser. 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