Discover the stars with the Celestron NexStar Evolution 6" Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope (SCT), a sophisticated and user-friendly telescope that combines advanced features with ease of use. Control your NexStar Evolution seamlessly via the free Celestron SkyPortal app available for both iOS and Android devices, making it the first Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope with integrated WiFi for an enhanced stargazing experience.
This compact and portable 6-inch SCT comes with StarBright XLT optical coatings for bright, sharp views. Its computerized GoTo mount is equipped with high-performance worm gears and motors, ensuring improved tracking accuracy and reduced gear backlash for a smooth observing experience.
One of the standout features of the NexStar Evolution is its built-in rechargeable lithium-iron phosphate battery, providing up to 10 hours of continuous observing on a single charge. Additionally, the telescope boasts an improved industrial design with manual clutches and integrated carry handles, enhancing its portability and usability. The convenience is further amplified by two accessory trays and a USB charge port for powering your smart device.
The NexStar Evolution is not just a telescope; it's a gateway to the cosmos, allowing you to slew to all the best celestial objects with just a tap on your smartphone or tablet. It features Celestron's proprietary SkyAlign alignment procedure integrated into the mobile app, so you're ready to observe within minutes.
Designed based on years of customer feedback, the NexStar Evolution is one of the most user-friendly telescopes ever. It's ideal for both visual observers and budding astroimagers, thanks to its superior tracking capabilities and compatibility with additional accessories for more advanced astroimaging.
Included with the telescope are a StarPointer finderscope, two 1.25” Plossl eyepieces, a star diagonal, and an AC adapter. The NexStar Evolution is also equipped with 4 auxiliary ports and includes the classic NexStar+ hand control, although it's not necessary when using the mobile app.
Your purchase of the NexStar Evolution 6" SCT also includes a free download of Celestron’s Starry Night Special Edition Astronomy Software, featuring a 36,000-object database, printable sky maps, and enhanced images, including 3D renderings of stars, exoplanets, and galaxies. This comprehensive package makes the NexStar Evolution an ideal choice for anyone looking to explore the universe.
Specifications
| OPTICAL TUBE INFO: | |
|---|---|
| Optical Design: | Schmidt-Cassegrain |
| Aperture: | 150mm (6") |
| Focal Length: | 1500mm (59") |
| Focal Ratio: | f/10 |
| Focal Length of Eyepiece 1: | 40mm (1.57") |
| Magnification of Eyepiece 1: | 38x |
| Focal Length of Eyepiece 2: | 13mm (0.51") |
| Magnification of Eyepiece 2: | 115x |
| Finderscope: | Red Dot Finderscope |
| Star Diagonal: | 1.25" Star Diagonal |
| Optical Tube: | Aluminum |
| Highest Useful Magnification: | 354x |
| Lowest Useful Magnification: | 21x |
| Limiting Stellar Magnitude: | 13.4 |
| Resolution (Rayleigh): | 0.93 arc seconds |
| Resolution (Dawes): | 0.77 arc seconds |
| Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): | 459x |
| Secondary Mirror Obstruction: | 56mm (2.2") |
| Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter: | 37% |
| Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area: | 14% |
| Optical Coatings: | StarBright XLT |
| Optical Tube Length: | 406mm (16") |
| Optical Tube Diameter: | 184.15mm (7.25") |
| Optical Tube Weight: | 10 lbs (4.54 kg) |
| Dovetail: | CG-5 Dovetail bar |
| MOUNT INFO: | |
| Mount Type: | Computerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm |
| Instrument load capacity: | 25 lbs (11 kg) |
| Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod): | 1193.8mm - 1752.6mm (47" – 69") |
| Tripod Leg Diameter: | 38.1mm (1.5") Stainless Steel |
| Mount Head Weight: | 16 lbs (7 kg) |
| Accessory Tray: | Yes |
| Tripod Weight: | 12 lbs (5.44 kg) |
| Slew Speeds: | 9 slew speeds - max speed 4°/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: | 4 AUX Ports (Hand Control can use any of the AUX Ports) |
| Autoguide Port: | No |
| USB Port: | Yes, Hand Control input and Mount output |
| Power Requirements: | Internal 9 6V, 4 5Ah lithium iron phosphate battery (LiFePO4), charge battery with 12VDC, 5 0Amps |
| Motor Drive: | DC servo motors |
| Alignment Procedures: | SkyAlign, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Auto 2-Star Align, Solar System Align, Quick-Align, Last Alignment, EQ North / EQ South Alignment (EQ align requires an equatorial wedge) |
| Periodic Error Correction: | No |
| Computerized Hand Control: | 2 line x 18 character backlit Liquid Crystal Display, 19 LED backlit buttons, USB 2.0 Port for PC connection |
| 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: | 38 lbs (17.23 kg) |
| Included Items: | Optical tube Single Fork Arm Mount and Tripod Accessory Tray Built-in Wifi Integrated Lithium-iron battery NexStar+ Hand Control 40mm and 13mm eyepiece Red dot finderscope Visual Back Star Diagonal 4 plug AC adapter |
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