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Cassegrain Telescopes



Vixen VMC 95L with Mini-Porta Mount

Your Price:  $359

Vixen VMC 95L with Mini-Porta Mount

The Vixen VMC95L, is a 95mm (3.7 inch) aperture modified Cassegrain f/11 optical tube assembly. The VMC95L features a curved vane Secondary Mirror Spider to reduce diffraction effects. Like its larger cousins the VMC110L, VMC200L and VMC260L, this scope features a meniscus lens just ahead of the Secondary Mirror. Paired with the NEW Mini-Porta Mount with slow motion controls, this is the ultimate grab and go package.





Vixen Optics VMC95L Sky Explorer 4.3

Your Price: $399

Vixen Optics VMC95L Sky Explorer 4.3"/110mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit w/ Mini Porta Mount

Vixen Optics VMC95L Sky Explorer 4.3"/110mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit w/ Mini Porta Mount, 1050mm f/11.1 Maksutov-Cassegrain, Mini-Porta Manual Altazimuth Mount, Supremely-Compact "Grab 'N Go" Combo, Built-In Internal Flip Mirror, Allows Mounting SLR Camera + Eyepiece, Easily Adapted for Terrestrial Use, Open Tube Design (No Corrector Plate), Does Not Dew & Cools Down Quickly, Includes 42x Eyepiece & Red Dot Finder, Mount Features Geared & Rapid Movements Sky Explorer Catadioptrics (Cassegrain) Telescopes VMC95L Sky Explorer 4.3"/110mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit w/ Mini Porta Mount





Celestron NexStar 5 SE 5.0

Your Price: $699

Celestron NexStar 5 SE 5.0"/127mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit

Celestron NexStar 5 SE 5.0"/127mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit, 1250mm f/10.0 Schmidt-Cassegrain, Motorized Altazimuth Mount, "GO-TO" Capacity NexStar 5 SE Catadioptrics (Cassegrain) Telescopes NexStar 5 SE 5.0"/127mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit





Celestron NexStar 6SE GoTo Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope

Your Price:  $799

Celestron NexStar 6SE GoTo Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope

There's more to the NexStar 6SE Schmidt-Cassegrain than looks. This modern classic comes with Celestron's legendary optics, innovative design, and computerized control. The 150mm optics provide tremendous light grasp in a compact design ideal for deep-space and planetary viewing and photography. StarBright XLT coatings ensure high-fidelity light transmission for sharp, high-contrast images. The unique one-arm mount has an integrated, flash upgradeable hand controller. Full GoTo object location puts 40,000 objects at your fingertips. SkyAlign technology makes alignment a snap. And with its 1,500mm focal length (f/10), the 6SE delivers great all-around performance. Included are a 1.25" visual back, 1.25" mirror diagonal, 25mm Plossl eyepiece, Star Pointer red-dot finder scope, metal tripod, and NexRemote software that allows operation of the telescope via PC.





Celestron C6-SGT Computerized Schmidt-Cassegrain

Your Price:  $999

Celestron C6-SGT Computerized Schmidt-Cassegrain

Introducing the C6-SGT, the newest member of the Celestron Advanced Series family. Unparalleled performance, unbeaten value! The Advanced C6-SGT models come standard with Celestron's StarBright XLT coatings at no extra cost. Mounted on the Advanced GT Series computerized mount, this telescope has some high performance software and hardware features. Operated by Celestron's proven NexStar computer control technology the telescope has a 40,000+ object database with 100 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects. Custom database lists all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple, and quadruple stars; variable star; solar system objects; and asterisms. using the RS-232 communication port on the hand control, you can control the telescope via a personal computer and our new flash upgradeable hand controls allow you to update your telescope's operating software via the internet. An autoguider port is also included for astrophotography. No matter at what level you are starting out, this precision instrument will satisfy your needs both visually and photographically.





Celestron NexStar 8SE GoTo Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope

Your Price:  $1,199

Celestron NexStar 8SE GoTo Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope

There's more to the Celestron NexStar 8SE GoTo Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope than looks. This modern classic comes with Celestron's legendary optics, innovative design, and computerized control. Hand-figured optics provide tremendous light grasp in a compact design ideal for deep-space and planetary viewing and astrophotography. StarBright XLT coatings ensure high-fidelity light transmission for sharp, high-contrast images. The unique one-arm mount has an integrated hand controller. Full GoTo object location puts 40,000 objects at your fingertips. SkyAlign technology makes alignment of the telescope a snap. And with its 8" aperture and 2,032mm focal length (f/10), the 8SE delivers serious performance. Included are a 1.25" visual back, 1.25" mirror diagonal, 25mm Plossl eyepiece, Star Pointer red-dot finder scope, metal tripod, and NexRemote software that allows operation of the telescope via PC.





Meade ETX-LS ACF 6.0

Your Price: $1,499

Meade ETX-LS ACF 6.0"/152mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit

Meade ETX-LS ACF 6.0"/152mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit , 1524mm f/10.0 Catadioptric, Motorized Altazimuth Mount, "GO-TO" Capacity, Self Aligning, Built-In CCD Camera ETX-LS Catadioptrics (Cassegrain) Telescopes ETX-LS ACF 6.0"/152mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit





Celestron C8 S-GT XLT Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope

Your Price: $1,529

Celestron C8 S-GT XLT Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope

Celestron has paired its vaunted 8" Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with the Advanced series computerized GoTo mount and NexStar hand controller, producing a telescope that will take you as far as you want to go in the hobby of amateur astronomy. Equipped with the NexStar computerized control system, the C8 S-GT automatically slews to any of 40,000+ celestial objects, then tracks it while you observe. The heavy-duty equatorial mount has ultra-sturdy 2" stainless steel legs and responsive dual-axis motors. It also has an autoguider port for astrophotography. This telescope features StarBright XLT enhanced optical coatings. Standard accessories include a 25mm Plossl Eyepiece (81x), 6x30 finder scope, star diagonal (1.25"), and TheSky Level I CD-ROM. Two-year limited warranty.





Meade LX90-SC 8.0

Your Price: $1,799

Meade LX90-SC 8.0"/203mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit

Meade LX90-SC 8.0"/203mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit, 2000mm f/10.0 Schmidt-Cassegrain, Motorized Altazimuth Mount, "GO-TO" Capacity LX90-SC Catadioptrics (Cassegrain) Telescopes LX90-SC 8.0"/203mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit





Celestron C9.25 S-GT XLT Schmidt-Cassegrain

Your Price:  $1,999

Celestron C9.25 S-GT XLT Schmidt-Cassegrain

Celestron pairs its formidable 9.25" Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with the Advanced series computerized GoTo mount and NexStar hand controller for a telescope worthy of the avid enthusiast. The 9.25" optical system's long focal length and lower-magnification secondary mirror contribute to a flatter field of view and reduced optical aberrations. StarBright XLT optical coatings ensure vivid, bold image resolution. The NexStar computerized control system automatically slews the scope to any of 40,000+ celestial objects. The heavy-duty equatorial mount employs 2" stainless steel legs for excellent stability. Standard accessories include a 25mm Plossl eyepiece (94x), 6x30 finder scope, star diagonal (1.25"), and TheSky Level I CD-ROM. Two-year limited warranty.





Orion SkyView Pro 9.25 Schmidt-Cassegrian Telescope

Your Price:  $1,999.95

Orion SkyView Pro 9.25 Schmidt-Cassegrian Telescope

Combining huge light gathering with remarkable portability, the SkyView Pro 9.25 EQ Schmidt-Cassegrain is a true hobbyist's telescope. It features 9.25" iameter, hand-figured optics crafted in the USA by Celestron, and StarBright XLT high-performance multi-coatings. The 2350mm focal length (f/10) packs plenty of power for high-magnification study of lunar and planetary detail, and ample aperture for visual and photographic forays to faint nebulas and galaxies. The sturdy SkyView Pro equatorial mount has a steel-leg tripod and enclosed 360-deg worm gears plus large, 86mm-diameter setting circles for easy object location by celestial coordinates. It comes with dual manual slow-motion controls and accepts optional TrueTrack electronic drives. tandard accessories include a 26mm Sirius Plossl eyepiece, star diagonal, and an 8x40 finder scope -- a nice step up from the more common 6x30 finder. Two-year limited warranty.





Vixen Optics VMC200L 7.9

Your Price: $2,249.95

Vixen Optics VMC200L 7.9"/200mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit with GP2 Mount

Vixen Optics VMC200L 7.9"/200mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit with GP2 Mount, 1950mm f/9.8 Catadioptric, GP2 Manual Equatorial Mount, Made in Japan VMC200L Catadioptrics (Cassegrain) Telescopes VMC200L 7.9"/200mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit with GP2 Mount





Celestron CPC 925 XLT GoTo Schmidt Cassegrain

Your Price:  $2,499

Celestron CPC 925 XLT GoTo Schmidt Cassegrain

The CPC 925 XLT combines 9.25" Schmidt-Cassegain optics with an innovative fork mount for a great price. StarBright XLT high-performance coatings guarantee vivid images. The NexStar GoTo system offers computerized pointing to 40,000+ astronomical objects. The internal GPS and new SkyAlign technology make quick work of the initial alignment. You just aim the scope at three bright stars or planets in the sky, then -- presto! - the telescope is oriented and ready to hunt for celestial treasures. The newly designed tripod has heavy-duty stainless steel legs and a spreader bar for excellent rigidity. Standard accessories include a 9x50 finder scope, 40mm Plossl eyepiece, 1.25" diagonal, and NexRemote remote control software. Two-year limited warranty.





Meade LX90-SC 10.0

Your Price: $2,399

Meade LX90-SC 10.0"/254mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit

Meade LX90-SC 10.0"/254mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit, 2500mm f/10.0 Schmidt-Cassegrain, Motorized Altazimuth Mount, "GO-TO" Capacity LX90-SC Catadioptrics (Cassegrain) Telescopes LX90-SC 10.0"/254mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit





Celestron CPC 1100 XLT GoTo Schmidt Cassegrain

Your Price:  $2,799

Celestron CPC 1100 XLT GoTo Schmidt Cassegrain

The CPC 1100 XLT combines 11" Schmidt-Cassegain optics with an innovative GoTo fork mount for a great price. StarBright XLT high-performance coatings guarantee vivid images. The NexStar GoTo system offers computerized pointing to 40,000+ astronomical objects. The internal GPS and new SkyAlign technology make quick work of the initial alignment. You just aim the scope at three bright stars or planets in the sky, then -- presto! - the telescope is oriented and ready to hunt for celestial treasures. The tripod has heavy-duty stainless steel legs and a spreader bar for excellent rigidity. Standard accessories include a 9x50 finder scope, 40mm Plossl eyepiece, 1.25" diagonal, and NexRemote remote control software. Two-year limited warranty.





Meade LX90-SC 12.0

Your Price: $2,999

Meade LX90-SC 12.0"/305mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit

Meade LX90-SC 12.0"/305mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit, 3048mm f/10.0 Schmidt-Cassegrain, Motorized Altazimuth Mount, "GO-TO" Capacity LX90-SC Catadioptrics (Cassegrain) Telescopes LX90-SC 12.0"/305mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit





Meade LX200-ACF 14.0

Your Price: $6,999

Meade LX200-ACF 14.0"/356mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit

Meade LX200-ACF 14.0"/356mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit, 3556mm f/10.0 Catadioptric, Motorized Altazimuth Mount, "GO-TO" Capacity LX200-ACF Catadioptrics (Cassegrain) Telescopes LX200-ACF 14.0"/356mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit





Celestron CGE Pro 1400 Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope

Your Price:  $8,999

Celestron CGE Pro 1400 Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope

The CGE Pro 1400 Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope is part of Celestron's "Top-of-the-Line" German Equatorial mounted astronomical telescopes. With over three times the light gathering power of an 8" telescope, this observatory-class instrument is Celestron's largest optical system in its class. This model features our premium StarBright XLT coatings. This telescope is especially at home as a solid platform for long exposure astrophotography with optional CCD cameras or photographic equipment; it is a serious scientific research tool. German Equatorial mounts are recognized as being th esuperior choice for astrophotography because of their rock-solid stability, simple balancing and easy accessibility for attaching equipment. With sophisiticated software features like Hibernate function, the CGE Pro can maintain its star alignment night after night without needing to be re-aligned, making it an ideal instrument for a permanent observatory facility. The CGE Pro 1400 takes full advantage of its vast database of thousands of NGC and Abell galaxies as well as delivering a new level of detail to all your favorite deep sky objects. Turn this scope to the planets and see amazing detail on Jupiter; see Cassini's Division in the rings of Saturn, and resolve details on the surface of Mars. Even the distant Uranus, Neptune and Pluto are within your reach. In addition to being fully computerized with a database of over 40,000 celestial objects, the CGE Pro German Equatorial mount has been completely redesigned to offer numerous design advantages.





Meade LX200-ACF 16.0

Your Price: $14,999

Meade LX200-ACF 16.0"/406mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit

Meade LX200-ACF 16.0"/406mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit, 4064mm f/10.0 Catadioptric, Motorized Altazimuth Mount, Tripod, "GO-TO" Capacity LX200-ACF Catadioptrics (Cassegrain) Telescopes LX200-ACF 16.0"/406mm Catadioptric Telescope Kit