Celestron CGX 800 EdgeHD Equatorial Telescope

Observe dark skies in high resolution with the Celestron CGX 800 EdgeHD Equatorial Telescope. Its EdgeHD optical system provides clear and aberration-free images, while its StarBright XLT coatings ensure that maximum light is passed across the photographic spectrum. This Celestron EQ Telescope has an optical tube with vents and a 50-mesh filter to pass hot air through the primary mirror’s back.

Celestron CGX 800 EdgeHD Equatorial Telescope Key Features:

Expanded Celestron CGX 800 EdgeHD Equatorial Telescope Key Features:

Smooth Performance

The Celestron CGX 800 EdgeHD Telescope is lightweight enough to be carried anywhere, but its optical power is much more than the size. It is a flat field Schmidt-Cassegrain device with f10 focal length, which produces aberration- and coma-free images across the photographic field of view. The telescope produces a flat focal length and visibly sharp images across the skies. Its competitive performance creates pleasing, rounded images of stars with minimal magnitude and high resolution. Every surface of this telescope has StarBright XLT coatings to allow the passage of maximum light across the spectrum.

Advanced Mechanics

A competitive imaging telescope of today’s time, the CGX 800 EdgeHD is versatile enough to capture the detailed view of celestial objects. You can add a reducer lens to minimise the field of view with no compromise with the optical performance. The telescope features flexible rods to hold the mirror properly and minimise image shift during imaging. It also includes cooling vents on the rear cell to allow the hot air to be released from the back of the primary mirror. These vents feature a 50-mesh filter that prevents dust from entering the optics.

CGX Mount and Tripod

The telescope comes with an equatorial mount and tripod for better functioning. The mount is a rigid and sturdy addition with a load capacity of 25 kg and a quick dampening. Its smooth belt-drive motor function helps in better tracking and slewing during heavy loads with minimum backlash. The CGX tripod is a robust accessory to keep the telescope stable on rough and uneven surfaces. Its 5 cm legs with height index marks help in quick levelling while the carry handles are provided for easy transport and pickup. This tripod features a polar alignment adjustment for easy positioning and an optional polar axis finderscope.

What's in the box?

FAQs:

What is the magnification and focal length of the eyepiece?

The eyepiece of this telescope has a 81x magnification and 25 mm focal length.

Can this Celestron telescope adjust different focal ratios?

The telescope has a native f10 focal ratio, but if you add a focal reducer, the focal ratio can be dropped down to f7. By adding a third-party accessory or secondary mirror, the focal ratio can be reduced to ultra-fast f2.

What can I adjust in the accessory tray?

The tray is spacious enough to hold two 5 cm eyepieces, three 2 cm eyepieces, a smartphone, and other accessories.

Can I keep a track of the previous observations in this telescope?

The Celestron telescope has a built-in real time clock that keeps the site information and time saved for future reference.

Which information can I access from the NexStar+ database?

The NexStar+ database has information regarding 100 programmable objects, 40,000+ objects, and elaborative information on more than 200 objects.