ACCESSORIES20II TELESCOPES ••• SPort optics
INTRO AND TABLE OF CONTENTS At Celestron we are committed to dedicating our engineering resources to the research and development of new product innovations; including regularly enhancing our extensive line of product accessories. Each accessory category is carefully and consistently reviewed to provide our customers with the highest quality, state-of-the-art accessories. We listen to customer feedback and frequently add new accessories to our line to meet the growing needs of our customers.
SKYSCOUT PERSONAL PLANETARIUM ACCESSORIES ® ® SKYSCOUT ® EXPANSION CARDS Featuring in-depth information on a variety of educational and entertaining topics, these cards provide additional text, audio, graphics and interactive lessons for your SkyScout that will help you better understand the universe around us. • The“Astronomy For Beginners” Expansion Card #93991 #93992 includes in-depth information on objects in the sky, astronomical distances, star hopping and astro trivia.
EYEPIECES OMNI SERIES If you are looking to move up to a higher quality eyepiece, the Omni series provides more enhanced features in a wider selection of focal lengths. Celestron designed this series with the finer points in mind so you, the user, can benefit from the features that make this series unique.
EYEPIECES ULTIMA LX SERIES ® Ultima LX Series parfocal eyepieces feature wide fields of view for high and low magnifications. • Extendable twist-up eyecups – Good for eyeglass wearers • Parfocal eyepiece - Little or no focusing is needed when changing from low to high power • Threaded barrels - Accept 1.
EYEPIECES MICRO GUIDE EYEPIECE This multi-function guiding eyepiece features a laseretched reticle with a built-in battery illuminator. The eyepiece is a multi-coated 12.5 mm Abbe (4-element) Orthoscopic. Usage possibilities include: direct guiding on stars outside the center of the field of view; greatly improved off-axis guiding to capture much fainter, sharply focused guide stars without reducing limiting magnitude and measuring position angles and separation of double stars.
EYEPIECES and BARLOW LENSES COLLIMATION EYEPIECE The Celestron Cheshire Collimation Eyepiece is ideal for precise collimation of Newtonians and helpful for aligning Schmidt-Cassegrains. This special eyepiece fits into 1.25” focusers or diagonals. Alignment is easy using the small opening on one end and thin cross hairs at the other end. The collimation eyepiece is more accurate than the simple collimation tool.
EYEPIECE and FILTER KITS 1.25” EYEPIECE AND FILTER KIT The Eyepiece and Filter Kit contains: • Five Superior Grade Plössl 1.25” Eyepieces – 4-element design with a 52° AFOV (32 mm has 44°), superb color resolution, edge sharpness and clarity. All eyepieces are fully multi-coated for maximum contrast and resolution. Supplied are a 4 mm, 6 mm, 9 mm, 15 mm, and 32 mm. • 1.25” Barlow Lens - 2x – Compliments the Plössl eyepieces in this kit and gives you a total of ten power combinations.
FILTERS 1.25” EYEPIECE FILTER SETS Celestron color filters are mounted in black anodized aluminum cells with the Kodak Wratten Series Number individually engraved. Each set of 4 comes packed in a plastic case. The cells of each filter are double-threaded, so they can be stacked (piggybacked) in various combinations. This allows you to create different color combinations and transmission characteristics, or to have the same color characteristic, but with a lower transmission.
FILTERS UHC/LPR FILTERS Our Light Pollution Reduction (LPR) Filters are designed to selectively reduce the transmission of certain wavelengths of light, specifically those produced by artificial light. This includes mercury vapor, and both high and low pressure sodium vapor lights and the unwanted natural light caused by neutral oxygen emission in our atmosphere (i.e. sky glow). The Ultra High Contrast (UHC) LPR filter has improved contrast over the typical broadband filters.
OPTICAL ACCESSORIES STEREO BINOCULAR VIEWER The Stereo Binocular Viewer allows you to adapt two eyepieces to your telescope and view with both eyes simultaneously. In addition to eliminating eye fatigue this bino viewer also provides a three dimensional effect while observing many celestial objects. The Stereo Binocular Viewer will also improve contrast on deep sky objects as well as solar system objects.
OPTICAL ACCESSORIES STARPOINTER™ FINDERSCOPE Finding objects couldn’t be easier! A 1x, or unit power, finderscope designed so you can point the telescope while scanning the sky with both eyes. A mirror lens projects the image of a LED illuminated pinpoint into the line of sight, providing you with a red dot of light to center on the object you want to view. Similar to having a laser pointer that reaches into the sky, it greatly simplifies finding objects.
NAVIGATIONAL ACCESSORIES SkySync GPS Accessory Improve the accuracy of your initial star alignments by plugging the GPS module into your telescope’s drive base port. The SkySync will link up and automatically download the exact time, date, longitude and latitude from one of many global positioning satellites.
NAVIGATIONAL ACCESSORIES flashable Celestron NexStar hand controls This flashable Celestron NexStar hand control comes in 3 versions and is compatible with NexStar SLT and LCM series computerized telescopes, Advanced, CGEM and CGE Pro series computerized telescopes or NexStar SE and CPC GPS series computerized telescopes.
T-RINGS FOR 35MM CAMERAS A T-Ring couples your 35 mm camera body to a T-Adapter, Radial Guider or Tele-Extender. This accessory is required if you want to do any type of photography through a telescope or spotting scope. Each camera manufacturer has a different mount, which requires a specific T-Ring, so Celestron offers a full line of T-Rings. To use a T-Ring, remove the diagonal and/or eyepiece from your telescope (some models require use of an eyepiece — see your instruction manual).
IMAGING ACCESSORIES 1.25” UNIVERSAL T-ADAPTERS Universal 1.25” T-Adapter fits (drop in style) any type of telescope that uses a 1.25” focuser or visual back. A T-Adapter allows you to attach your 35 mm SLR camera to the prime focus of your telescope or spotting scope. This arrangement is used for terrestrial photography and short exposure lunar and planetary photography. It can also be used for long exposure deep-sky photography when using a separate guidescope.
IMAGING ACCESSORIES NEXIMAGE – SOLAR SYSTEM IMAGER ® NexImage® is a complete CCD solar system imager capable of producing high quality planetary images with greater light sensitivity and color fidelity than comparable CMOS imagers. Combined with the NexImage software package, NexImage can bring out tremendous detail and reveal a final image that will rival those taken with astronomical CCD cameras costing thousands of dollars more. Compatibility – 1.
IMAGING ACCESSORIES The Celestron Piggyback Mount is a great accessory for all observers interested in deepsky astrophotography. This specially designed adapter allows you to attach your camera to the top of any Celestron SCT/ EdgeHD telescope. When using with a NexStar SE model, the adapter can be mounted while still utilizing your StarPointer finderscope for telescope alignment.
IMAGING ACCESSORIES RADIAL GUIDER Specifically for use in prime focus, deep-sky imaging or astrophotography with Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes. This accessory allows you to simultaneously photograph and guide through the optical tube assembly of your telescope. It also eliminates the problem of differential flexure, because you are guiding and photographing through the telescope. Compatible with Celestron’s C5, C6, C8, C9.
TRIPODS PHOTOGRAPHIC and VIDEO TRIPOD Standard photo/video tripod is extremely light and portable while performing well with most mid-size optical products (binoculars, spotting scopes). Features quick release bracket and pan handle control. Recommended for all Celestron binoculars (except 80 mm and larger apertures) and Ultima 65 and 80 mm spotting scopes. Includes 1/4”-20 mounting screw. • Carrying handle and carrying case • Max.
TRIPODS NEXSTAR 4SE and 5SE TRIPOD WITH BUILT-IN WEDGE ® A stable tripod is a must for serious astronomical observing and photography. This steel field tripod folds down to a compact 8”x28”. It is equipped with a built-on 20°-90° wedge tilt plate for quick equatorial use and astrophotography. It has a metal center brace and accessory tray for added stability. Weight 10 lbs. Height extendable from 28” to 48”.
WEDGES and DRIVES HD Pro wedge Celestron’s HD Pro Wedge is designed to support our fork mounted Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes up to 11”. The HD Pro provides a heavy duty, stable platform that is perfect for astroimaging and guarantees minimal vibration. A low latitude range of 0-90 degrees makes this wedge functional for use at the equator.
MOUNTS LCM Computerized Mount • AltAz Computerized mount, as supplied with all LCM telescopes • NexStar technology with database for automatic slewing (GoTo) and tracking of over 4,000 objects • Flash upgradeable hand control with SkyAlign alignment procedure • TheSkyX First Light Edition astronomy software Model #91206 LCM Computerized Mount NexStar SLT Computerized Mount •AltAz Computerized mount as supplied with all NexStar SLT telescopes • NexStar technology with database for automatic slewing (GoTo
MOUNTS ADVANCED SERIES CG-5 MOUNT We are proud to offer a computerized GoTo version of Celestron’s sturdy CG-5 mount.
MOUNTS CGEM Computerized Mount The CGEM™ Mount has a fresh, attractive, bold appearance and is capable of carrying Celestron’s higher-end SCT optical tubes (up to 11”) securely and vibration free, which is ideal for both imaging and visual observing. Capable of holding over 40 lbs of payload and slewing at 5° per second, you will quickly reach any destination in the 40,000+ object database. Celestron’s CGEM mount is the perfect fit between the CG-5 Mount and CGE Pro Mount.
MOUNTS CGE Pro Computerized Mount Portability – Set up and transportation of the CGE Pro telescopes is made easy by separating the mount into smaller, easy-to-carry components. Unlike fork arm mounted telescopes, the CGE’s optical tubes can be quickly removed from their mounts making even the CGE Pro1400 easily assembled in minutes.
POWER SUPPLIES POWERTANK™ 17 Take your telescope anywhere with this portable rechargeable power supply. The extra large 17 Amp hr PowerTank 17 is also useful as an emergency roadside accessory. It includes an emergency light, siren, am/fm radio and booster terminals to start weak car batteries.
CASES / GENERAL ACCESSORIES WATERPROOF HARD CASE FOR NEXSTAR® 6SE, 8SE AND CGE MOUNT/PIER If you own a CGE* or NexStar® 6/8SE telescope, it’s imperative that you protect your investment. Unbreakable, watertight, dustproof, chemical resistant and corrosion proof are some of the features of this premium case that offers total protection for your equipment. It is made of ultra high impact structural copolymer that makes it extremely strong and durable. Its exclusive .25” (6.
GENERAL ACCESSORIES/ PUBLICATIONS LENS SHADES A Lens Shade/Dew Cap is a tube designed to wrap around the front end of your SCT telescope and reduce the amount of dew that builds up on the corrector plate. It also serves as a Len Shade by preventing stray light from falling on the corrector plate, which greatly improves contrast. Celestron offers a complete line of rugged, but soft Foamex plastic lens shades that can be stored flat after usage.
Appendix A – EYEPIECE FILTER INFO In the following descriptions you will learn what you can expect from Celestron’s eyepiece filters in different viewing situations. YELLOW #12 Deep Yellow 74% T n #15 Deep Yellow 67% T ››› Moon – Enhance lunar features. Jupiter – Penetrate and darken atmospheric currents containing low-hue blue tones. Enhance orange and red features of the belts and zones. Useful for studies of the polar regions.
Specialty Telescopes 1 The FirstScope pays tribute to Galileo Galilei and many of history’s most notable astronomers #21024-ACC FirstScope Accessory Kit The FirstScope Accessory Kit expands the capabilities of your FirstScope telescope to make it more enjoyable and easier to use, enhance your views of the night sky, and make it safer to transport wherever you go. Accessory Kit Includes: • 12.5 mm Eyepiece – 1.
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