Embark on a celestial adventure with the Celestron NexStar 127 SLT Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope. This high-quality telescope combines a 127 mm Maksutov-Cassegrain optical system with a fully computerized Altazimuth mount, making it perfect for both terrestrial and celestial observing. The StarPointer™ finderscope assists with alignment and accurately locating objects, ensuring a seamless stargazing experience.
The NexStar 127 SLT is designed for convenience, featuring a quick-release fork arm mount, optical tube, and accessory tray for a no-tool setup. Its sturdy stainless steel tripod and accessory tray are included to provide a stable base for your observations.
Celestron's NexStar 127 SLT stands out with its Maksutov-Cassegrain optical design, offering sharp, chromatic aberration-free images. This telescope is well-suited for viewing lunar landscapes, planets, and even distant galaxies, thanks to its high-quality optics and easy-to-use computerized tracking system.
Additionally, the telescope comes with a bonus Starry Night Special Edition Astronomy Software download. This comprehensive software includes a 36,000-object database, printable sky maps, and enhanced images, including 3D renderings of stars, exoplanets, and galaxies, helping you to plan and enjoy your stargazing sessions to the fullest.
Whether you're a seasoned astronomer or just starting, the Celestron NexStar 127 SLT Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope offers the perfect combination of advanced features and ease of use, making it an ideal choice for exploring the wonders of the night sky.
Specifications
| OPTICAL TUBE INFO: | |
|---|---|
| Optical Design: | Maksutov-Cassegrain |
| Aperture: | 127mm (5") |
| Focal Length: | 1500mm (59") |
| Focal Ratio: | f/12 |
| Focal Length of Eyepiece 1: | 25mm (0.98") |
| Magnification of Eyepiece 1: | 60x |
| Focal Length of Eyepiece 2: | 9mm (0.35") |
| Magnification of Eyepiece 2: | 167x |
| Finderscope: | StarPointer™ red dot finderscope |
| Star Diagonal: | 1.25 |
| Optical Tube: | Aluminum |
| Highest Useful Magnification: | 300x |
| Lowest Useful Magnification: | 18x |
| Limiting Stellar Magnitude: | 13 |
| Resolution (Rayleigh): | 1.1 arc seconds |
| Resolution (Dawes): | 0.91 arc seconds |
| Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): | 329x |
| Optical Coatings: | Fully Coated |
| Optical Tube Length: | TBD |
| Optical Tube Diameter: | TBD |
| Optical Tube Weight: | TBD |
| Dovetail: | CG-5 Dovetail bar |
| MOUNT INFO: | |
| Mount Type: | Computerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm |
| Instrument load capacity: | 8 lbs (3.6 kg) |
| Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod): | 762mm - 1270mm (30" - 50") |
| Tripod Leg Diameter: | 31.75mm (1.25") Stainless steel |
| Mount Head Weight: | 5 lbs (2.3kg) |
| Accessory Tray: | Yes |
| Tripod Weight: | 5 lbs (2.3kg) |
| Slew Speeds: | 9 slew speeds - max speed 3°/second |
| Tracking Rates: | Sidereal, Solar and Lunar |
| Tracking Modes: | Alt-Az, EQ North and EQ South |
| GPS: | N/A |
| Dovetail Compatibility: | CG-5 saddle plate |
| Number of Auxiliary Ports: | 1x AUX Port and 1x hand control Port (hand control can use either Port) |
| Autoguide Port: | No |
| USB Port: | Yes, Input on hand control |
| Power Requirements: | 12 VDC - 8xAA Batteries (not included) |
| Motor Drive: | DC Servo Motor |
| Alignment Procedures: | SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align |
| Periodic Error Correction: | No |
| Computerized Hand Control: | 1 Hand Control Port and 1 AUX Port |
| NexStar+ Database: | Over 40,000 including 220 of the best deep sky and solar system objects |
| Software: | Celestron Starry Night Special Edition Software and SkyPortal App |
| Total Kit Weight: | TBD |
| Included Items: | Optical Tube Single Fork Arm Mount and Tripod Accessory Tray NexStar+ Hand Control 20mm and 9mm eyepiece StarPointer™ red dot finderscope Star Diagonal |
| Solar Warning |
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| California Residents | View Proposition 65 Warning |