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Old 14-08-2024, 04:30 PM
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Celestron C8-N Newtonian Reflector

This classic Celestron C8-N Newtonian reflector is in very nice original condition.
Comes with 9x50 finderscope, tube rings, 2 new Svbony dovetail bars, 2 inch focuser drawtube with 1.25" adapter and all end caps.

$450 pickup only from the Mandurah area Western Australia.


Optical Tube Assembly
- 200mm (8") aperture is ideal for lunar & planetary viewing with the ability to resolve bright deep sky objects.
- Fast f/5.0 focal ratio ensures bright and clear views with a wide viewing angle.
- Suitable for astrophotography, lucky imaging for lunar, solar and long exposure DSO.
- 1000mm focal length has a high magnification potential.
- Newtonian reflector optical design is lightweight and easy to use despite its large aperture.
- Fully coated optics increase light transmission, and improve contrast and color rendition.
- Resolution: Rayleigh: 0.7 arcsec, Dawes Limit: 0.58 arcsec.
- Secondary mirror obstruction: 2.25"; 28% by diameter, 7.81% by area.
- Sturdy rack-and-pinion focuser.
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Last edited by Aussie_Dave; 28-09-2024 at 02:04 PM. Reason: Reduced Price