Meade 8" LX90-ACF f/10 Advanced Coma-Free ACF Telescope with UHTC # 0810-90-03

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Mfg #: 0810-90-03
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Quick Overview

  • 8" f/10 Advanced Coma Free Optics - 2032mm focal length
  • Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC)
  • Features AudioStar: 30,000+ Object-Database and built-in GPS
  • Includes Series 4000 26mm Super Plössl eyepiece, 8X50 finderscope, 1.25" mirror diagonal, and Standard Field Tripod with dual-fork mount
  • Internally powered via 8x C-cell batteries (not included) to operate the telescope up to 60 hours

Product Details

The Meade 8" LX90 ACF telescope # 0810-90-03 is an extremely versatile, high-resolution Go-To telescope, in a very compact form given the large aperture. With pushbutton controls, automatic locating and tracking of celestial objects, and a wealth of object data at your fingertips in the AudioStar controller, the LX90 will provide hours of enjoyment under the night sky. Both visual astronomers and astrophotographers alike will appreciate the quality and capability of this powerful telescope.

Features an 8" aperture, 2032mm focal length, and f/10 focal ratio with Dual-Fork Mounting. Equipped with Ultra High Transmission Coatings (UHTC) and a resolving power of 0.456 arc-seconds for the improvement of brighter star clusters, more fine detail in nebulae, and greater surface features on planets. Includes a Series 4000 26mm Super Plössl eyepiece (96x), viewfinder (8x50 optical with crosshair), 1.25" Diagonal Mirror, and Standard Field Tripod. OTA and Mount Weight: 28 lbs. OTA Dimensions/Mount Dimensions: 25.5" x 14" x 19". Tripod Weight: 19 lbs. Tripod Dimension: 30" to 44" Variable.

Designed and Manufactured in North America.

The patented Meade Advanced Coma-Free (ACF) optical design offers coma-free pinpoint star images and flatter image fields greatly desired by discerning amateur astronomers, astrophotographers and professional observatories alike. This ACF system also reduces astigmatism and eliminates diffraction spikes.

The ACF primary, secondary and corrector plate glass blanks are manufactured in the USA exclusively for Meade.

This telescope also features Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC). UHTC are specialized multi-layered coatings that are precisely designed to improve the performance of your telescope's optics. You'll see brighter star clusters, more fine detail in nebulae, and additional surface features on planets. Averaged over the entire visible spectrum, total light transmission to the focus increases by 15%.

LX90 electronics include: advanced AudioStar computer system with a 30,000+ object-library, multiple guided tours, High Precision Pointing capability, and SmartDrive with Permanent Periodic Error Correction. Precise and quick star alignment is done near effortlessly with an incorporated 16-channel genuine Sony GPS receiver.

Features a solid and stable aluminum double-fork mount with fast slew speed adjustable from 1.5 degrees to 6.5 degrees per second. Mount and electronics are internally powered by (8) x C-cell (user-supplied) batteries, which will typically operate the telescope for a generous 60 hours (optional Meade Universal AC Adapter can be used).

With high-quality features and performance, this model is a staple for your astronomy ventures. Make it your time to own "The Legend".

Specifications:

  • Best for viewing: Brighter deep sky
  • Best for imaging: Solar, lunar, planetary & Messier objects
  • Astro-imaging capability: Lunar & planetary
  • User level: Advanced
  • Optical design: Advanced Coma-Free (ACF)
  • Optical diameter: 200mm
  • Focal length: 2032mm
  • Focal ratio: f/10.0
  • Finder scope magnification: 8x
  • Lens diameter: 50mm
  • Eyepieces: Super Plossl 26.0mm (1.25")
  • Magnification with included eyepieces: 78x
  • Resolving power: 0.57arc*sec
  • Lowest useful ma gnification: 29x
  • Highest useful magnification: 300x
  • Highest theoretical magnification: 394x
  • Limiting stellar magnitude: 14.2
  • Optical quality: Diffraction limited
  • Finder scope: 8x50
  • Focuser: Internal
  • Diagonal degrees: 1.25" 90° Mirror Star
  • Mount type: Altazimuth
  • Computerized compatibility: Go-To included
  • Number of objects in database: 30,223
  • Tracking rates: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar
  • Motor speeds" Up to 6.5°/sec
  • Motor type: DC Servo motors with encoders
  • Power requirement: 12-volt DC - 5A (tip positive)
  • PEC: Yes
  • GPS: Included
  • Backlash compensation: Yes
  • Setting circles: Electronic, via the hand controller
  • Available ports: RS-232, Aux
  • Tube material: Aluminum
  • Tripod material: Aluminum & Steel
  • Height range of mount: 30.00 in. - 44.00 in.
  • Weight, optical tube: 28.0 lbs.
  • Weight, mount/tripod: 19.0 lbs.
  • Weight, fully assembled: 47.0 lbs.
  • Additional included accessories: AudioStar hand controller, Standard Field Tripod Other features: AudioStar controller with multiple guided tours, Powered by 8x C-batteries or external 12v, SmartDrive w/ Permanent Periodic Error Correction
  • Warranty:Two year

Other Information

  • Country of Manufacture: Mexico
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