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Celestron CGEM II 1100, 11" Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope

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Features

  • SUPERIOR OPTICS - Features a Schmidt-Cassegrain optical design with a large 11-inch aperture, providing exceptional light-gathering ability for bright, detailed views of celestial objects.
  • HIGH MAGNIFICATION POWER - Achieve up to 660x magnification with compatible eyepieces, revealing intricate details on planets, the Moon, and deep-sky objects with stunning clarity.
  • STARBRIGHT XLT COATINGS - Benefit from enhanced light transmission and contrast thanks to Celestron's premium StarBright XLT optical coatings, ensuring brighter and sharper images.
  • COMPUTERIZED GO-TO MOUNT - The CGEM II equatorial mount with NexStar hand control boasts a database of over 40,000 objects, making it easy to locate and track celestial targets automatically.
  • ENHANCED STABILITY - Equipped with a sturdy 2-inch steel tripod and a robust equatorial mount, this telescope provides exceptional stability, minimizing vibrations for clear, steady viewing.

Description

For astronomy enthusiasts and professional stargazers alike, the CGEM II 1100, 11" Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope is a top-tier choice, offering a blend of superior performance, innovative features, and ergonomic design. This advanced telescope is equipped with Celestron's premium StarBright XLT coated optics, ensuring crystal-clear, high-contrast images of celestial bodies.The CGEM II 1100 is a lightweight yet robust telescope, with the optical tube assembly weighing a mere 27.5 lbs. Despite its portability, it boasts an impressive 89% more light gathering power than an 8" telescope, and over 40% more than the 9.25". This makes it an ideal tool for both amateur and professional astronomers seeking to explore the dark skies in detail.The redesigned CGEM II computerized equatorial mount is a standout feature of this telescope. It's capable of securely holding Celestron's higher-end SCT optical tubes (up to 11"), providing a vibration-free platform that's perfect for long exposure photography with optional CCD cameras or other photographic equipment.The CGEM II 1100 is not just about power and performance; it's also designed for user- friendly operation. The large Altitude and Azimuth adjustment knobs allow for quick and easy polar alignment adjustment, while the internal RA and DEC motor wiring ensures a clean look and trouble-free setup.Innovation is at the heart of the CGEM II series, featuring Celestron's unique All-Star polar alignment procedur

Brand: Celestron


Model Name: 12012


Optical Tube Length: 610 Millimeters


Eye Piece Lens Description: Plossl


Objective Lens Diameter: 279 Millimeters


Telescope Mount Description: Equatorial Mount


Product Dimensions: 38.5"D x 21.5"W x 21.5"H


Focus Type: Manual Focus


Power Source: Battery Powered


Finderscope: 9x50


Product Dimensions: 31 x 20 x 19 inches


Item Weight: 148.5 pounds


Item model number: 12012


Batteries: 1 CR2032 batteries required. (included)


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: October 6, 2016


Manufacturer: Celestron


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