Celestron C8 Ultima SCT f10 Package Starbright Coatings with Case , Wedge and Tripod (Pre-owned)

Excellent Condition

Newly Collimated

Comes with the following:
Starbright Coatings

Fork Mount

Hand controller 

Dust cover - 7x50 findercope with bracket

Wedge
Tripod
Hard Carry Case
26mm Plossl Eyepiece

1.25 Visual Back

Quartz Drive
Ota and fork are in excellent condition with clean glass with exception of the mot seen in pictures and smooth movement

NOTE: This is NOT a GOTO Scope

NOTE: This product will likely ship in more than one package, and the estimated shipping only covers the cost of one box. There will be an additional charge to cover the cost of the second box it ships in.

Product Overview:

• Aperture: 203.2mm (8 inches)
• Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope (SCT)
• Focal Length: 2032mm
• Focal Ratio: f/10, making it a powerful telescope for both planetary and deep-sky observations.

Optical Features:

• StarBright Coatings: Celestron's proprietary multi-coatings on the optics enhance light transmission (up to 15% more than standard coatings), improving brightness, contrast, and image clarity. These coatings are highly durable and provide better image quality than older coatings.
• High Optical Quality: The 8-inch aperture gathers a significant amount of light, making it suitable for observing faint deep-sky objects like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters while maintaining great detail for planetary and lunar views.

Physical Features:

• OTA (Optical Tube Assembly): Durable aluminum construction designed to house the SCT optical system while maintaining a lightweight form factor for easy transportation.
• Weight: The telescope tube itself is generally around 12.5 pounds, but with the wedge and tripod, the full setup is heavier.
• Wedge and Tripod: The package includes a sturdy wedge for equatorial mounting, essential for long-exposure astrophotography, as well as a robust tripod for stable support during observations.
• Mount Type: The C8 Ultima package includes an equatorial wedge, allowing precise polar alignment, crucial for tracking celestial objects as they move across the night sky.

Performance and Use:

• Planetary Observation: The f/10 ratio makes this scope ideal for detailed views of planets. You can observe cloud bands on Jupiter, Saturn's rings, and features on Mars.
• Deep-Sky Observation: The 8-inch aperture and high optical quality allow you to explore deep-sky objects such as the Orion Nebula, the Andromeda Galaxy, and globular clusters with ease.
• Astrophotography: The Celestron C8's design, paired with the equatorial wedge, makes it a good choice for long-exposure astrophotography, particularly of planets and bright deep-sky objects. The long focal length and f/10 ratio provide a narrow field of view, making it excellent for imaging small, bright objects.

Package Contents:

• C8 SCT Optical Tube: 8-inch SCT with StarBright coatings.
• Wedge: Equatorial wedge for accurate polar alignment, essential for long-exposure astrophotography.
• Tripod: Heavy-duty tripod for stable observations.
• Case: Often included for secure storage and transport of the optical tube and accessories.
• Eyepieces and Accessories: Depending on the package, the telescope may come with standard eyepieces (e.g., 25mm Plössl), a visual back, a 1.25-inch star diagonal, and a finderscope (7x50).