Meade N 200/800 Astrograph LX85 GoTo Telescope

The LX85 mount is meticulously crafted with astrophotography in mind. Harnessing the power of its robust servomotors and Meade Smart Drive technology, it adeptly tracks the celestial rotation, ensuring precise alignment with your desired object for extended exposure durations - all without the need for a meridian flip!

Remarkably lightweight, the LX85 is tailor-made for on-the-go observations in your backyard or any remote stargazing spot with minimal light pollution. The AudioStar GoTo control swiftly positions the telescope and seamlessly tracks your target, making it an excellent choice for both seasoned enthusiasts and beginners alike.

For enhanced tracking precision, the LX85 mount accommodates the attachment of an autoguider. It adheres to standard telescope specifications, compatible with most commercial telescopes weighing up to 15kg. Meade offers a diverse array of optics to pair with the mount, from budget-friendly Newtonians to specialized Maksutovs and versatile ACF optics, catering to the preferences of lunar, planetary, and astrophotography enthusiasts.

Included accessories: 1.25'' eyepieces (Super Ploessl 26mm), Finder scope (8x50), Eyepiece adaptor (1.25" & 2"), Counterweights (2 x 4.5kg)

SPECIFICATIONS:

Optics: Newtonian Reflector

Aperture: 200mm, Focal length: 800mm, Aperture ratio: f/4

Resolving capacity: 0.58, Limit value: 12.3 mag, Light gathering capacity: 820

Tube weight: 7.3kg, Tube length: 700mm, Tube material: Steel, Coating: Aluminium and silicon dioxide

Focuser: Crayford type, Connection to eyepiece: 2"

Mount: LX85 Equatorial mount, Mounting saddle: Vixen-Style, Motors: Servomotors

Load capacity: 15kg, Weight: 4.9kg, GoTo control: Yes, Power supply: 12V, Power consumption: 5000mA

GoTo database: 30,000 objects, GoTo Language: English, Software: AudioStar, Interfaces: Autoguider & AUX

PEC correction: Meade Smart Drive, Polar Alignment: Easy Polar Alignment

Tripod: Aluminum tripod, Can be belleyes, Tripod leg diameter: 45mm, Accessory plate: Yes

Max. tripod height: 1105mm, Min. tripod height: 800mm, Weight: 5.6kg

Miscellaneous: Power cable, Total weight: 33kg

Area of application: Astrophotography: Yes, Moon & Planets: Yes, Nature Observation: No, Nebulae & galaxies: Yes

Sun: No (Only with appropriate Sun filter)

Recommended for: Beginners: No, Advanced: Yes, Observatories: No