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CGX-L 1100 Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph (RASA) Equatorial Telescope

824,958.00 excl. 18% GST

  • 11” f/2.2 Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph (RASA) V2 uses rare-earth glass for images free of false color, coma, and field curvature
  • Heavy duty CGX-L computerized Equatorial mount with 75-lb payload capacity

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OPTICAL TUBE INFO:
Optical Design Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph
Aperture 279mm (11″)
Focal Length 620mm (24.4″)
Focal Ratio f/2.2
Central obstruction diameter 114mm (4.48″) (41% of aperture diameter)
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) 1588x
Resolution (Rayleigh) 0.49 arc seconds
Resolution (Dawes) 0.41 arc seconds
Image Circle 43.3mm (1.7″) Ø , 4.0°
Useable field 52mm (2.04″) Ø , 4.8° only minimal performance loss at edge of FOV
Wavelength range 400 – 700 nm
Spot size < 4.4 μm RMS across FOV
Optical Coatings StarBright XLT
Off-axis Illumination 83% at 21mm (.82″) off-axis
Optical Window 68mm (2.67″) Ø
Back focus with included camera adapter 55mm (2.16″)
Back focus from top of threaded collar 72.8mm (2.86″)
Optical Tube Aluminum
Optical Tube Length 838.2mm (33″)
Optical Tube Diameter 330.2mm (13″)
Focuser Ultra-Stable Focus System
Finderscope Not included
Optical Tube Weight 43 lbs (19.5 kg)
Other Features Ventilation fan, dual dovetail mounting bars
Included items 42mm (1.65”) T-thread camera adapter | 48mm (1.89”) camera adapter | Dust cover | Fan battery pack
Dovetail CGE Dovetail Bar
MOUNT INFO:
Mount Type Computerized Equatorial
Instrument load capacity 75 lbs (34 kg)
Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod) 908.05mm – 1339.85mm (35.75″ – 52.75″)
Tripod Leg Diameter 69.85mm (2.75″) Steel tripod
Latitude adjustment range 3° – 65°
Mount Head Weight 52.6 lbs (23.8 kg)
Accessory Tray Yes
Tripod Weight 46.2 lbs (21 kg)
Weight of Counterweights 2 x 22 lbs
Slew Speeds 9 slew speeds – max speed 3°/second
Tracking Rates Sidereal, Solar and Lunar
Tracking Modes EQ North & EQ South
GPS N/A
Dovetail Compatibility Dual saddle plates (CG-5 and CGE saddle)
Number of Auxiliary ports 4 Aux ports (Hand Control can use any Aux port, 2 are located near the dovetail saddle for optional accessories)
Autoguide port Yes, 2 ports (one is located near the dovetail saddle)
USB Port Yes, input for Mount and Hand Control
Power Requirements 12V DC, 3 amps
Motor Drive DC servo motors
Alignment Procedures 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, Solar System Align, Last Alignment, Quick Align
Periodic Error Correction Yes
Computer Hand Control 2 line x 18 character backlit Liquid Crystal Display, 19 LED backlit buttons, USB 2.0 port for PC connection
NexStar+ Database 40,000+ objects, 100 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects
Software CPWI Telescope Control Software, Celestron Starry Night Special Edition Software, SkyPortal App
Total Kit Weight 185.8 lbs (84.2 kg)
Included Items CGX-L Equatorial Head | CGX-L Tripod | Accessory Tray | 2 x 22 lb counterweight | NexStar+ Hand Control | DC Power Cable (item# 18769) | Counterweight Shaft | Hand Control Holster | 8mm Allen wrench (contained in rear carry handle)

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