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  The Celestron 11-inch RASA combines speed with performance. Based on the original Schmidt camera design, the RASA optical tube offers significant advantages by providing a short focal length for a relatively large aperture. Experience essentially perfect imaging with this Celestron astrograph. 

  The Celestron RASA offers an exceptionally sharp 43.3 mm image circle that accommodates large sensors. Its large image circle creates an exceptional wide-field, allowing you to fill even the largest imaging chips with edge-to-edge pinpoint stars with minimal vignetting. 

  Fast Astrograph Optical System

  Its short focal length provides a wide-field f/2.2 system, offering the advantage of better apparent tracking. With only a 620 mm focal length, exposure times are also greatly reduced when compared to traditional Schmidt Cassegrain telescopes. You'll be capturing better images in a fraction of the time, without the need of an autoguider!

  Excellent Clarity and Flat Field of View

  The Rowe-Ackermann scopes are perfect for creating giant night-sky mosaics, surveying, and comet hunting. Designed with 4-element rare-earth glass, images are free of false color, coma, and field curvature. Optical quality this excellent has been unheard of in astrographs within this price range.

  Below you'll see an incredible image of the Rosette Nebula taken by Jason Guenzel using the Triad Ultra filter on the super-fast f/2.2 Celestron RASA telescope! 

  

  Designed for Peak Performance

  Engineered as a complete astro-imaging system, every component of the Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph is optimized for peak performance with DSLR and astronomical CCD cameras. Down to the thickness of the glass used in the included fully multi-coated optical window or an optional imaging filter, every component of the system has been taken into careful consideration to work together seamlessly.

  Celestron RASA Highlighted Features

  • StarBright XLT fully multi-coated optical system.
  • A custom engineered linear brass focuser bearing.
  • FeatherTouch Micro Focus Knob allows you to make the fine adjustments you need to capture the perfect shot. 
  • A 12V MagLev fan reduces cool-down time and provides optimal airflow through the dust filtered optical tube.

  Includes M48 and T-Thread camera adapters and 2 year Celestron warranty.
  

• specifications

  Aperture	279 mm (11")
  Back Focus	72.8mm
  Camera/Eyepiece Connection	Male T—Thread (M42x0.75)
  Corrected Image Circle	43.3mm
  Dawes Limit	0.42 arcseconds
  Focal Length	620 mm
  Focal Ratio	f/2.2
  Free Shipping	Yes
  Highest Magnification	558x
  Light Gathering Power	1589x
  Limiting Magnitude	16
  Optical Design	RASA
  RMS Spot Size	4.4 microns
  Secondary Obstruction	114mm
  Tube Diameter	330 mm
  Tube Length	838 mm
  Tube Weight	43 lbs

• included items

  • Celestron 11-inch RASA astrograph OTA.
  • M48 camera adapter.
  • 42 mm T-thread camera adapter.
  • 2 Year manufacturer's limited warranty.