SKU : ME-217003
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Product Details
The Meade LX85 6-inch Newtonian Reflector Telescope has a powerful combination of portability and versatility. At just f/5 this is an ideal choice for the wide-field astrophotographer and includes an 8x50 viewfinder with a crosshair reticle, and 9 mm and 25 mm 1.25-inch Plossl eyepieces.
The LX85 German Equatorial Mount’s Vixen-style dovetail receiver is capable of supporting up to 33 pounds. of observing equipment, including an array of different optical tubes, while the sturdy build and low-cog servo motors ensure smooth tracking performance. In addition to handling slight load imbalances, this stable mount’s built-in integer gearing motor drive allows you to track through long exposures using the Smart Drive feature to record Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC).
With the touch of a button, you will gain access to over 30,000 celestial objects and over four hours of educational content with the included AudioStar hand controller and AudioStar’s Astronomer Inside.specifications
Aperture | 150 mm (6") |
Camera/Eyepiece Connection | 2" Nosepiece |
Computerized | Computerized |
Dawes Limit | 0.77 arcseconds |
Drive Type | Low Cog 12v DC Servo Motors |
Focal Length | 750 mm |
Focal Ratio | f/5 |
Free Shipping | Yes |
Head Design | Equatorial |
Highest Magnification | 300x |
Instrument Capacity | 33 lbs |
Light Gathering Power | 459x |
Limiting Magnitude | 14.6 |
Mount Head Weight | 10.8lbs |
Optical Design | Newtonian |
Ports | Autoguider |
Ports | AUX |
Ports | DEC |
Ports | HBX |
Power Consumption | 12v 5a |
Telescope Connection | Vixen Style |
Total Weight | 34.1 lbs |
Tripod Weight | 12.4 lbs |
Tube Diameter | 188mm |
Tube Length | 701mm |
Tube Weight | 11.38 lbs |
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