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CGX 800 Computerized Telescope

Celestron

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The Celestron CGX 800 is a computerized 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain catadioptric telescope featuring premium EdgeHD or standard optics mounted on a heavy-duty CGX German equatorial mount. With its 2032mm focal length and StarBright XLT coatings, this lightweight yet portable system delivers excellent performance for both visual observation and long-exposure astrophotography, supporting accessories with a 55-pound payload capacity. The advanced CGX mount combines precise go-to computerized control with smooth tracking and reduced backlash, making it ideal for backyard observatories and dark-sky site observing.

Specifications

Aperture 203 mm
Included Eyepiece 40
Included Finderscope 9x50
Mount Head Weight 44 kg
Mount type German Equatorial
Fastar Compatible
Minimum Power Supply 3.5 A
Tripod Leg Diameter 2 in
Focal length 2032 mm
Mount Payload Capacity 55 kg
Hand Controller Display 2
Power Supply Voltage 12 V
Optical Tube Assembly Weight 14 lb
Optical Coatings StarBright XLT
User Programmable Objects 100
Focal ratio f/10
Optical Tube Type Schmidt-Cassegrain (Catadioptric)
Object Database 40000
Diagonal Size 1.25
Aperture (inches) 8 in
Tripod Weight 19 kg
GoTo Control

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