Celestron SC-XLT - 8" (Optical Tube)

Celestron SC-XLT - 8" (Optical Tube)

820160X

Regular price€1.473,36
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incl. VAT

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Celestron's C8 Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes have been impressive for decades and owe their good reputation to the combination of excellent optics with a compact, lightweight design. The C8 is the perfect choice if you want to get started "properly" right away or want to afford a larger optic.

Spec:

  • Optical design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
  • Optical coating: Starbright XLT (Fully multi-coated)
  • Telescope aperture: 203.2mm (8")
  • Focuser size (inches): 2" SC thread, 1.25"
  • Tube (material): Aluminum
  • Tube weight: 5.67kg
  • Tube length: 17 in (432mm)
  • Aperture ratio: f/10
  • Resolution (DAWES): 0.57 arcseconds
  • Resolution (RAYLEIGH): 0.69 arcseconds
  • Focal length: 2032mm (80 in)
  • Secondary mirror obstruction: 6.9cm
  • Secondary mirror obstruction relative to diameter: 33.80%
  • Secondary mirror obstruction relative to surface: 11.40%
  • Visual field: 0.62°
  • Limit size: 14
  • Highest useful magnification: x480
  • Light gathering capacity (compared to the human eye) x843

Whats included:

  1. Focal length eyepiece: 25mm
  2. Incl. accessories: 8" Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope, 6x30 finder, 1.25 zenith prism, eyepiece, 1.25" eyepiece holder (visual back), 3" rail (Losmandy style)
  3. Viewfinder: 6x30
  4. Zenith prism: 1.25" diagonal prism
  5. Dovetail compatible: CGE (3" Losmandy style)

 

Please Note: The estimated delivery times below are calculated from when your order is dispatched (eg. when you receive your 'Order completed' email and tracking number). If an item is a special order item (eg. its not in stock but we can order it in) then it will usually require an additional 1 - 2 days before being dispatched. 

All orders are shipped using our reputable courier partners DHL to ensure your items arrive safely and promptly. All items are fully tracked and we currently only ship within the EU.

REPUBLIC OF IRELAND


 

Est. Delivery Time:
5 - 7 Working days after dispatch

Standard Tracked Delivery:
Republic of Ireland Nationwide: from €8.95 upwards

Note: The exact shipping charge will depend on the size of your order and will be calculated at the checkout. Some large and bulky Telescopes may also be shipped to you directly from our Manufacturer. This is a special agreement we have with our suppliers to ensure our customers enjoy the cheapest possible shipping rates for large bulky Telescopes.

For some very large Telescopes over 45kg, it may require special handling instructions and you will be asked at the checkout to contact us for a special delivery quotation.


Mainland EUROPE (EU)



Est. Delivery Time:
3 - 5 Working days after dispatch

Standard Tracked Delivery:
Mainland Europe: from €4.95 upwards

Note: The exact shipping charge will depend on the size of your order and will be calculated at the checkout. Some large and bulky Telescopes may also be shipped to you directly from our Manufacturer. This is a special agreement we have with our suppliers to ensure our customers enjoy the cheapest possible shipping rates for large bulky Telescopes.

For some very large Telescopes over 45kg, it may require special handling instructions and you will be asked at the checkout to contact us for a special delivery quotation.

EU Additional Info:

If your country is not listed below please contact us for a specialised quote.

Standard EU Delivery Regions:
Germany, France, Belgium, Poland, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Denmark, Portugal, Spain, Austria, Italy, Poland, Croatia, Malta, Greece, Monaco.

 



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