{"product_id":"celestron-cgx-l-equatorial-925-hd-telescope-12075","title":"Celestron CGX-L Equatorial 925 HD Telescope - 12075","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCelestron CGX-L Equatorial 925 HD Telescope\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGENERAL FEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9.25\" HD Optical Tube Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCGX-L EQ Mount and Tripod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelestron’s premium StarBright XLT coatings provide maximum light transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA 9x50 finderscope, 2” mirror diagonal for more comfortable viewing, and wide-angle 23 mm Luminos 2\" eyepiece are all included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHD FEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperience our best optical performance with EdgeHD’s flat-field and coma-free optics for pinpoint stars all the way to the edge of today’s largest imaging sensors and widest eyepieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum optical tube with tube vents featuring an integrated 95-micron mesh filter allows hot air to be released from behind the primary mirror. Mirror support knobs hold the mirror in place and reduce image shift during imaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile design accommodates 2 focal ratios: native f\/10 or ultra-fast f\/2 imaging with a removable secondary mirror and third-party accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTelescope Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"specs inner-description\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdgeHD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAperture (mm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e234.95 mm (9.25 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2350 mm (93 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23 mm (0.91 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e102x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFinderscope\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9x50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eStar Diagonal\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" w\/ 1.25\" adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOptical Tube\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e555x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eLowest Useful Magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eResolution (Rayleigh)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.59 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eResolution (Dawes)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.49 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1127x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.35 in (85 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOptical Tube Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 in (559 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOptical Tube Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 lb (9.53 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eDovetail Compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCGE Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncreased 75lb load capacity offers exceptional load capacity-to-weight ratio\u003cbr\u003eAdditional Aux accessory ports and autoguider port on the Dec axis for better cable management\u003cbr\u003eLarger 144mm diameter worm wheels to better and more accurately drive heavier loads\u003cbr\u003eLonger 270mm dovetail saddle to better support larger optical tubes\u003cbr\u003eMassive 70mm stainless steel tripod legs with a wider stance for improved stability under heavy loads\u003cbr\u003eNew accessory tray holds three 1.25” and two 2” eyepieces with an upright stand for holding your smartphone or tablet\u003cbr\u003eHeavy duty, 31.5mm stainless steel counterweight shaft to support additional counterweights\u003cbr\u003eOptional add-on polar axis finderscope custom designed for CGX and CGX-L\u003cbr\u003eSupports WiFi and wireless operation (optional) accessories such as StarSense AutoAlign and SkyPortal WiFi Module (these items are sold separately)\u003cbr\u003eCompact, lower profile equatorial head provides improved stability and portability. Sturdy and more rigid, with quicker dampening time\u003cbr\u003eImproved motors provide more torque, better slewing and tracking under heavy loads\u003cbr\u003eHeavy duty belt-drive system minimizes backlash while providing smooth motor operation at full capacity\u003cbr\u003eClear windows built into motor covers so pulleys and belts can be monitored\u003cbr\u003eSpring-loaded brass worm wheel and stainless steel worm gear reduce friction and provide optimum gear meshing\u003cbr\u003eInternal cabling for worry-free remote operation. Power input and lower accessory ports remain stationary while the mount slews to avoid snags\u003cbr\u003eInternal hard stops for both axes prevent cable tension and tripod strike\u003cbr\u003eInternal optical sensors on both axes for simple and safe remote operation\u003cbr\u003eHome sensors allow the mount to always start in the index position regardless of orientation before a power reset\u003cbr\u003eLimit sensors automatically shut off slewing or tracking before reaching the hard stops (fail safe)\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Celestron's new PWI telescope control software, co-developed by PlaneWave Instruments. Software features multi-point mount modeling for extremely precise pointing accuracy\u003cbr\u003eSoftware Polar Align: “All-Star Polar Alignment” allows quick and very precise polar alignment. Align on any bright named star without extra polar alignment accessories, apps, or other assistance\u003cbr\u003eAdjustable EQ head position to optimize center of gravity over the tripod and fully utilize the increased 3º-65º latitude range\u003cbr\u003eDual-fit Vixen\/CG-5 and Losmandy\/CGE dovetail saddle\u003cbr\u003e+20º of additional tracking past the meridian on either side\u003cbr\u003eRedesigned tripod has a widened stance for added stability. The minimum tripod height has also been lowered; Tripod legs can be collapsed with accessory tray installed for faster setup and transport\u003cbr\u003eIntegrated handles for easy transport and portability\u003cbr\u003eAll-new ergonomic adjustment knobs with reduced friction for smooth and easy positioning under full loads. Stationary latitude knob with a newly-designed linkage system greatly reduces the amount of friction when polar aligning the mount. Redesigned azimuth adjustment with low-friction Teflon bearings to make adjustments easy under full load. No more binding or rough adjustments!\u003cbr\u003eIncludes an easy-to-read latitude scale\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCelestron's newly designed CGX-L Computerized Equatorial mount is the latest addition to their fully computerized equatorial mount series. Capable of carrying Celestron’s largest optical tubes with ease, CGX-L is designed for backyard observatories and remote imagers looking for exceptional load capacity to weight ratio, compact design, and innovative features that fully support large telescopes, imaging kits, and the latest in wireless tech accessories.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKey design goals included larger 144mm diameter worm wheels which provide smoother operation and can more accurately drive heavier loads, longer 270mm dovetail saddle to support larger optical tubes, remote operation friendly features such as home and limit optical sensors, easier polar alignment adjustments, and better cable management overall. In addition, mechanical and ergonomic improvements throughout make the mount sturdier, easier to use, and easier to transport. This new mount is COMPACT. ERGONOMIC. and highly INNOVATIVE.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eELECTRONICS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNexStar+ hand control with USB port\u003cbr\u003eUSB 2.0 port used to connect directly to PC with PWI Software\u003cbr\u003e2 available autoguider ports for optimum cable management\u003cbr\u003ePEC sensor and PPEC ready\u003cbr\u003eThreaded 12VDC power input barrel connector\u003cbr\u003eInternal Real Time Clock (keeps time and site information saved)\u003cbr\u003eOn\/Off rocker switch with red LED\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMount Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMount:                                                           German Equatorial\u003cbr\u003eInstrument load capacity:                              75lb\u003cbr\u003eTripod height adjustment range:                    35.75” to 52.75”\u003cbr\u003eTripod leg diameter: 2.75\"\u003cbr\u003eLatitude adjustment range:                           3º-65º\u003cbr\u003eTripod Weight:                                               46.2lb\u003cbr\u003eEQ Head Weight w\/o Counterweight Shaft:  47lb\u003cbr\u003eTotal EQ Head Weight:                                   52.6lb\u003cbr\u003eMax Slew Speed:                                           4º\/second (3º\/second is default)\u003cbr\u003eTracking Rates:                                              Sidereal, Solar, and Lunar\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Auxiliary ports:                             4\u003cbr\u003eAutoguider port:                                            Yes\u003cbr\u003eUSB Port:                                                      Yes\u003cbr\u003eSoftware:                                                       Celestron \/PlaneWave Instruments\u003cbr\u003eIncluded Items:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCGX-L Equatorial Head\u003cbr\u003eCGX-L Tripod\u003cbr\u003eAccessory Tray\u003cbr\u003e1 x 22 lb Counterweight\u003cbr\u003eNexStar+ Hand Control\u003cbr\u003eDC Power Cable (plugs into cigarette lighter socket)\u003cbr\u003e8 mm Allen Wrench (contained in rear carry handle)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31967294017,"sku":"CEL-12075","price":5196.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0851\/2766\/products\/12075_-CGXL_EdgeHD_925_Kit_01.jpeg?v=1776459130","url":"https:\/\/khanscope.com\/en-fr\/products\/celestron-cgx-l-equatorial-925-hd-telescope-12075","provider":"Khan Scope Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}