Celestron CGX 800

Tube with diffraction-limited Schmidt-Cassegrain optics that allow for sharp images across a wide field of view. The Celestron C8 is the world’s best-selling medium-aperture telescope due to its great compactness and light weight combined with high optical performance. The C8 is suitable for universal use, both astronomical and terrestrial, visual and photographic, and belongs to the family of Celestron Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes, which are among the most modular astronomical instruments in existence, capable of working optimally across a very wide range of focal lengths, making them usable with satisfaction in a wide array of applications, both astronomical and terrestrial. The optics are treated with the high light-efficiency XLT coating. FEATURES Optical Design Schmidt-Cassegrain Diameter 203 mm Focal Length 2032 mm Focal Ratio f/10 Obstruction 0.34 Light gathering 843x (naked eye=1) Coating Starbright XLT Focusing Via primary mirror displacement Fastar compatibility No Tube material Aluminum OTA Length 432 mm Weight 5.7 kg Celestron is pleased to present the new CGX equatorial mount, the evolution of the CGEM series with decisive mechanical, technological, and ergonomic improvements. The belt drive will allow you to achieve smooth tracking without backlash even with heavier optical tubes, even over 25kg, while the integrated optical sensors and internal architecture will allow you to comfortably control the mount remotely without any worries. The ability to manage the forward and backward movement of the mount will finally allow you to shift the center of gravity as you please, enabling the most precise balancing and weight distribution possible. The comfortable handles on the mount and the brand-new, even more robust tripod, in combination with the ergonomic design of the accessory tray, make the CGX mount easy and convenient to transport, ideal for amateur astronomers who are always on the go. Redesigned knobs, material improvements, and mechanical and electronic advances make the CGX the most technological Celestron mount ever. An autoguider port, two auxiliary ports useful for connecting the mount via WiFi using Sky Portal (sold separately) and for connecting the Star Sense camera (sold separately), a USB input port useful for connecting the telescope to a PC and managing its movements and alignment via the included software, a NexStar*+ hand controller with mini-USB connector, and many other new features such as the internal clock complete the features of the CGX and will ensure you have nights of unforgettable observations and photographs. FEATURES Type German Equatorial Mount Load Capacity 25kg Tripod Height Adjustment Range 47.25” – 77.5” (including equatorial head) Tripod Leg Diameter 2? Latitude Adjustment Range 3º-65º Tripod Weight 8.8kg Equatorial Head Weight 20kg Maximum Speed 5º/second Tracking Speed Sidereal, Solar, Lunar. Number of Auxiliary Ports 2 Autoguider Port Yes USB Port Yes Software Control software via USB (included) Pieces and Accessories Included: CGX Equatorial Head CGX Tripod Accessory Tray N°2: 5 kg Counterweights NexStar+ USB Hand Controller DC Cigarette Lighter Power Cable

Main features

Celestron quality for a reliable and fulfilling observation experience.

• Type: Without Absolute Encoders
• Diameter (mm): 203
• Focal length (mm): 2032
• Mount type: Equatorial only
• Aperture ratio: f/10
• Capacity: Up to 30 kg

Main technical specifications