Embark on a journey of unrivaled clarity with the Celestron EdgeHD 1400 OTA - CGE.

This telescope is at the forefront of Celestron's optical expertise, boasting aplanatic, flat field Schmidt-Cassegrain optics designed for ultra-sharp, aberration-free views to the very edge of the most expansive imaging sensors and eyepieces today.

Encased in a durable aluminum optical tube, the EdgeHD 1400 features advanced tube vents equipped with a 50-mesh filter, efficiently expelling warm air from behind the primary mirror. This design is enhanced with mirror support knobs that secure the mirror in place, significantly reducing image shift during long exposure imaging.

This telescope's versatile design supports three distinct focal ratios: the standard f/11, a wider f/7 with an added focal reducer, and an ultra-fast f/2 for broad field imaging when you incorporate a removable secondary mirror and compatible third-party accessories. Coated with Celestron’s top-tier StarBright XLT coatings, every optical surface of the EdgeHD 1400 maximizes light transmission.

Included with your purchase are a 9x50 finderscope, a comfortable 2” mirror diagonal, and a 23mm wide-angle Luminos 2" eyepiece, enhancing your viewing experience to HD quality.

The EdgeHD 1400 is not just a telescope; it's a true astrograph quality instrument. Unlike many telescopes marketed as "astrographs" that only offer sharp stars on a curved focal plane, the EdgeHD optics produce a focal plane over three times flatter than standard Schmidt-Cassegrain models. This design ensures strikingly sharp stars across large CCD chips, ideal for advanced astrophotography.

The EdgeHD optics don’t just impress with their flat field performance; they also enhance resolution and limiting magnitude, outperforming telescopes of equal aperture. The StarBright XLT coatings ensure exceptional light throughput across the broadest visual and photographic spectrums.

Mechanically, the EdgeHD 1400 is just as impressive:

• Mirror Clutches: The innovative flexible tension clutches hold the mirror firmly, minimizing image shift during long exposures while avoiding undue pressure on the mirror assembly.
• Tube Vents: The cooling vents on the rear cell, with their integrated 50-mesh filters, ensure that warm air is released without the intrusion of dust.
• Fastar Versatility: The EdgeHD 1400’s Fastar compatibility allows for a range of imaging possibilities. Use it at its native f/11 for capturing small deep-sky objects, attach a reducer lens for a broader view, or use a Barlow lens for high-resolution imaging of celestial bodies.

Every EdgeHD 1400 OTA undergoes meticulous testing to ensure top-notch performance. Each unit is tested for optical surface quality and with a camera and artificial star, ensuring that it meets Celestron’s stringent quality assurance standards. This rigorous process guarantees that the EdgeHD 1400 will perform exceptionally in the field, producing high-quality astroimages.

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