Meade LX85 6" Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope OTA # 217023
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Quick Overview
- 150mm (6") Maksutov-Cassegrain
- 1800mm Focal Length
- f/12 Focal Ratio
- 9.7mm & 26mm Plössl (1.25") Eyepieces INCLUDED
- 8x50 Optical Viewfinder with Crosshair I
Product Details
The LX85 Series 6" MAK has a Maksutov-Cassegrain optical design for pinpoint star images and extraordinary contrast, making it a great deep sky performer and ideal for detailed lunar and planetary observation as it easily soars to high magnifications. Features a 6" (150mm) aperture, 1800mm focal length, and f/12 focal ratio. Equipped with an internal single speed focuser and Ultra High Transmission Coatings (UHTC™) for the improvement of brighter star clusters, more fine detail in nebulae, and greater surface features on planets. Includes (2) 1.25" Plossl eyepieces (9.7mm & 26mm) and a viewfinder (8x50 optical with crosshair) along with a vixen-style dovetail. With included accessories, the OTA weighs 5.7kg (12lbs. 7oz.) and has dimensions of 19cm x 46cm.
Specifications
- Series: LX85 Telescopes
- UPC: 709942999228
- Warranty: 1 Year
- Experience Level: Beginner, Intermediate
- Clear Aperture: 6" (150mm)
- Optical Design: Maksutov-Cassegrain
- Optical Coatings: UHTC™
- Focal Length: 1800mm
- Focal Ratio: f/12
- Viewfinder: 8x50 Optical with Crosshair
- Eyepiece(s): 9.7mm & 26mm Super Plössl, 1.25"
- Focuser Mechanism: Internal Single Speed Focuser
- Diagonal: 2" 90-Degree Mirror with 1.25" Adapter
- Assembled Product Dimensions: 19cm x 46cm
- Assembled Product Weight: 5.7kg (12lbs 7oz)
Manufacturer part number: 217023
Product carries a two year manufacturer warranty (US/Canada only).
Other Information
- Country of Manufacture: China
