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Coma-free pinpoint star images and flatter image fields while reducing astigmatism and eliminates diffraction spikes

Catadioptric
Optical design
152.4
Aperture – the diameter of the light-collecting lens or mirror that the telescope uses to collect light
1524
Focal length – the distance from the primary lens or mirror to the point at which the light is focused
Availability

Product ID 75183
Brand Meade Instruments Corp.
Warranty 2 years
EAN 0753215774784
Package size (LxWxH) 29x63x22 cm
Shipping Weight 6.525 kg
Description

The LX85 Series 6" ACF has an Advanced Coma-Free (ACF) optical design offering the coma-free pinpoint star images and flatter image fields while reducing astigmatism and eliminates diffraction spikes. Features include a 6" (152mm) aperture, 1524mm focal length, and f/10 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" Plössl eyepieces (9.7mm & 26mm) and a viewfinder (8x50 optical with crosshair) along with a Vixen-style dovetail. With included accessories, the OTA weighs 5.03kg and has dimensions of 21.7x42cm.

Specifications
Product ID 75183
Brand Meade Instruments Corp.
Warranty 2 years
EAN 0753215774784
Package size (LxWxH) 29x63x22 cm
Shipping Weight 6.525 kg
Optical design catadioptric
Optical scheme coma-free Schmidt–Cassegrain
Optics coating UHTC
Objective lens diameter (aperture), mm 152.4
Focal length, mm 1524
Aperture ratio f/10
Finderscope 8x50 Optical with Crosshair
Focuser single speed, internal
Additional 90 ° diagonal mirror (1.25")
Optical tube dimensions, mm 420x217
Optical tube weight, kg 5.03
User level beginners, experienced users
Eyepieces 9.7mm & 26mm Super Plössl, 1.25"
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