Celestron NexStar 8SE Telescope and Astromaster Accessory Kit

This is a package that includes a Celestron NexStar 8 SE telescope and a Celestron Astromaster Accessory Kit.

Celestron NexStar 8 SE

Celestron’s iconic “orange tube” design is updated with all the latest features to provide the best stargazing experience for beginners and experienced observers alike.

8-inch aperture provides excellent light-gathering ability at an affordable price. You’ll get impressive views of the Moon and planets, along with deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula, while retaining a compact form factor.

Fully automated GoTo mount with database of 40,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks objects for you.

SkyAlign technology gets your telescope aligned and ready to observe in minutes. Even if you’re unfamiliar with the night sky, you can easily align your telescope on any three bright objects.

Unique single fork arm design and sturdy steel tripod all break down into separate components for easy transport and quick assembly.

Specifications

Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
Aperture: 203.2 mm (8 in)
Focal Length: 2032 mm (80 in)
Focal Ratio: 10
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1: 25 mm (0.98 in)
Magnification of Eyepiece 1: 81x
Finderscope: StarPointer
Star Diagonal: 1.25"
Mount Type: Single Fork Arm Altazimuth
Tripod: Steel leg
Power Requirements: 8-AA batteries (not included)
Highest Useful Magnification: 480x
Lowest Useful Magnification: 29x
Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 14
Resolution (Rayleigh): .69 arc seconds
Resolution (Dawes): .57 arc seconds
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): 843x
Apparent Field of View: .63 °
Linear Field of View: 33 ft (10 m) @1000 yds
Secondary Mirror Obstruction: 2.5 in (64 mm)
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter: 31%
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area: 9.77%
Optical Coatings: StarBright XLT
Optical Tube Length: 17 in (432 mm)
Total Telescope Kit Weight: 33 lbs (15 kg)
Tripod Weight: 10 lbs (4.54 kg) lbs (4.54 kg)
Slew Speeds: Nine slew speeds
Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar
Tracking Modes: Alt-Az, EQ North & EQ South
Alignment Procedures: SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, SolarSystem Align
Communication Ports: RS-232 communication port on hand control, Aux port, Camera Control port
Computer Hand Control: Double line, 16 character Liquid Crystal Display with 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons
Database: 38,181 accessible objects
Warranty: 2-year Telescope Warranty

Celestron Astromaster Accessory Kit

The Celestron AstroMaster Accessory Kit is a great accessory kit for the beginner and seasoned astronomer alike. The included 6mm and 15mm eyepieces offer a great range of close up and wide angle viewing, and the included 2x Barlow lens is also a T-adapter that can be utilized with any standard T-ring for astrophotography.  

The included moon filter is perfect for softening the bright light of the full moon, and the #25 Red and #80A Blue planetary filters help bring out color and detail in Mars and Jupiter.  

The AstroMaster Accessory Kit is designed for all telescopes that utilize 1.25" eyepieces.

• Fully-coated eyepieces for higher magnification
• 2x Power Lens will double the magnification of any eyepiece used with it
• 2x Power Lens features t-threads to attach a camera to your telescope (with optional t-ring)
• Planetary filters enhance details on Jupiter, Saturn, Mars and Venus
• Moon filter allows detailed views of the Moon especially during the brighter phases
• Carrying case fits all of the included items in the die-cut foam interior
• Micro fiber cloth safely cleans optics without scratching or leaving residue

The AstroMaster Accessory Kit is designed to enhance the functionality and pleasure of using your Celestron telescope.  This kit may also be used with many other telescope brands that accept 1.25” eyepieces and filters. 

AstroMaster Accessory Kit Includes:

• 15 mm Kellner Eyepiece
• 6 mm Plössl Eyepiece
• 2x Power Lens with T-threads
• #80A Blue Planetary Filter
• #25 Red Planetary Filter
• Moon Filter
• Micro Fiber Cloth
• Plastic Carrying Case with Foam

Due to the size and weight of this item, we are only able to offer free shipping to destinations in the lower 48 US states.  Orders to Alaska, Hawaii, or Canada are subject to additional shipping fees and are not covered by our normal shipping policy.  If you are a resident of Alaska, Hawaii, or Canada, please contact us for shipping rates.