Celestron Advanced VX 9.25″ Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope

Celestron Advanced VX 9.25″ Schmidt-Cassegrain TelescopeCelestron Advanced VX 9.25″ Schmidt-Cassegrain TelescopeCelestron SKU: 12046 | Helix SKU: CT12046Overview9.25 (235 mm) f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain includes StarBright XLT coatings for better light transmission33% more light gathering than a 8 telescope without the weight of the 11 optical tube6x30 optical finderscope for locating alignment starsInteger gear ratios and permanently programmable Periodic Error Correction eliminates recurring track errors from the worm gear.Autoguider port for long exposure imagingNew motors offer improved tracking performance & provide more power to overcome load imbalancesUpdated industrial design offers more rigidity less flexure and improved aestheticsNew design allows viewing or imaging across the meridian without interference from the motors housingsImproved latitude range. Can be used between 7 77 degrees latitude.NexStar+ hand control offers multiple language programming (English French Italian German Spanish)DescriptionAdvanced VX 9.25 SCT is an excellent choice for intermediate level astroimagers looking to gather 33% more light than our 8 telescope but without the added weight of our 11 optical tube. No single piece of this kit weighs more than 20 lbs making it easy for one person to transport and assemble. This f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope features Celestrons StarBright XLT coatings for better light transmission and a 6×30 optical finderscope for locating alignment stars.ABOUT THE MOUNTThe new Advanced VX mount was specifically designed to provide optimum imaging performance for smaller telescopes. Now your smaller telescope can take advantage of All-Star Polar Alignment and autoguider support. Youll be able to track through long exposures using permanently programmable periodic error correction. Image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip so you can seamlessly image the best part of night sky. Advanced VX features significantly larger base castings than our previous design improving stability under heavier loads. Improved motors offer more torque and can handle slight load imbalances with ease.SpecificationsOptical Tube Info:Optical DesignSchmidt-CassegrainAperture (mm)235 mm (9.25 in)Telescope TypeComputerized (GOTO)Focal Length2350 mm (93 in)Focal Ratio10Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm)25 mm (0.98 in)Magnification of Eyepiece 194 xFinderscope6x30Mount Info:TripodAdjustable Stainless SteelTripod Leg Diameter2″Highest Useful Magnification555 xLowest Useful Magnification34 xLimiting Stellar Magnitude14.4Resolution (Rayleigh)0.59 arc secondsResolution (Dawes)0.49 arc secondsLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye)1127 xOptical Tube Length22″ in (559 mm)Optical Tube Weight20 lbs (9.07 kg)Mount Height (Max)64″ in (1626 mm)Mount Height (Min)44″ in (1118 mm)Tripod Weight18 lbs (8.16 kg)Weight of Counterweights2 x 12 lbsWarranty2-year Telescope Warranty