Gondwana University Tender

Astronomical Telescope FL: The Celestron NexStar 8SE is a popular Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope known for its blend of advanced features and user-friendly design. Here are the key specifications: Optical Tube Assembly • Aperture: 203.2 mm (8 inches), Focal Length: 2032 mm (80 inches) • Focal Ratio: f/10, Optical Coatings: StarBright XLT • Light Gathering Power: 843x (compared to the human eye) Mount • Type: Single Fork Arm Altazimuth, GoTo System: NexStar+ hand control with a database of over 40,000 celestial objects, Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar, and Lunar • Alignment Procedures: SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align Software and Database, Computerized Hand Control: Included, with over 40,000 objects in the database • Software: TheSkyX – First Light Edition astronomy software, Finderscope • Type: StarPointer red dot finderscope Tripod • Material: Steel, Accessory Tray: Included Eyepiece • Included Eyepiece: 25 mm (provides 81x magnification) • Eyepiece Barrel Diameter: 1.25 inches Other Features,• Dovetail Rail: Compatible with Vixen-style dovetail, • Power Supply: 8 AA batteries (not included) or an external 12V DC power source • Weight:, Optical Tube: 12.5 lbs (5.67 kg), Mount and Tripod: 24 lbs (10.89 kg) o Total Weight: 33 lbs (14.96 kg), Optical Specifications, Aperture: 203.2 mm (8 inches) • Focal Length: 2032 mm, Focal Ratio: f/10, Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain • Magnification: Depends on the eyepiece used; the standard 25mm eyepiece provides 81x magnification. Mount and Electronics, Mount Type: Computerized Altazimuth • GoTo Technology: NexStar+ hand control with a database of over 40,000 celestial objects • Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar, and Lunar • Alignment Procedures: SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align • Power Requirements: 8 AA batteries (not included) or optional AC adapter Physical Specifications • Weight (Optical Tube): Approximately 12.5 lbs (5.67 kg), Weight (Tripod): Approximately 9 lbs (4.08 kg) • Total Weight: Approximately 24 lbs (10.89 kg), Tube Length: 17 inches (432 mm) Accessories • Eyepiece: 25mm Plossl (1.25"), Star Diagonal: 1.25" Erect Image Diagonal, Finder: StarPointer red dot finderscope Additional Features, Computerized Hand Control: Features a two-line, 16-character LCD display with backlit buttons for easy operation in the dark., Built-in Database: Can locate and automatically track objects in the sky, including stars, planets, galaxies, and more.