
Product Description
Celestron Nexstar 5SE Computerised | Schmidt-Cassegrain reflector Astroscope, 5in objective/1250mm, Erecting eyepiece Celestron’s iconic “orange tube” design is updated with all the latest features to provide the best stargazing experience for beginners and experienced observers... read more
MPN: 11036-CGL
Barcode: 50234110365
Specification
OPTICAL TUBE INFO: | |
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Optical Design | Schmidt-Cassegrain |
Aperture | 125mm (4.92") |
Focal Length | 1250mm (49") |
Focal Ratio | f/10 |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 | 25mm (.98") |
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 | 50x |
Finderscope | StarPointer |
Star Diagonal | 1.25" Star Diagonal |
Optical Tube | Aluminum |
Highest Useful Magnification | 295x |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 18x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 13 |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 1.11 arc seconds |
Resolution (Dawes) | 0.93 arc seconds |
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) | 329x |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction | 51mm (2.0") |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter | 40% % |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area | 16.6% % |
Optical Coatings | StarBright XLT |
Optical Tube Length | 330mm (13") |
Optical Tube Diameter | 152mm (6") |
Optical Tube Weight | 6 lbs (2.7 kg) |
Dovetail | CG-5 Dovetail bar |
MOUNT INFO: | |
Mount Type | Computerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm |
Instrument load capacity | 10 lbs (4.54 kg) |
Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod) | 939.8mm - 2397mm (37" - 55") |
Tripod leg diameter | 50.8mm (2") Stainless Steel |
Mount Head Weight | 7 lbs (3.2 kg) |
Accessory Tray | Yes |
Tripod Weight | 10 lbs (4.54 kg) |
Slew Speeds | 9 slew speeds - max speed 3°/second |
Tracking Rates | Sidereal, Solar and Lunar |
Tracking Modes | Alt-Az, EQ North & EQ South |
GPS | N/A |
Dovetail Compatibility | CG-5 dovetail |
Number of Auxiliary ports | 1x Aux port |
Autoguide port | No |
USB port | Yes, Hand Control input |
Power Requirements | 8-AA batteries (not included) | 12 VDC-750 mA (Tip positive) |
Motor Drive | DC servo motors |
Alignment Procedures | SkyAlign, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Auto 2-Star Align, Solar System Align, EQ North / EQ South Alignment (EQ align requires an equatorial wedge) |
Periodic Error Correction | No |
Computerized Hand Control | Double line, 18 character Liquid Crystal Display with 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons |
NexStar+ Database | 38,181 accessible objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects. |
Software | Celestron's Starry Night Special Edition Software, SkyPortal App |
Total Kit Weight | 17.6 lbs (8 kg) |
Included Items | NexStar SE OTA | Single Fork Arm Mount | Tripod | Accessory Tray | Star Pointer Finderscope | Built-In Wedge | NexStar+ Hand Control | 25mm eyepiece | Star Diagonal |
MPN: 11036-CGL
Barcode: 50234110365
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Delivery
Delivery prices (please see our terms & conditions for full delivery details).
FREE budget delivery on most orders over £50.00 (shown at checkout if applicable)
Next working day* (excludes Channel Islands, Northern Ireland, Scottish Highlands & any UK islands**)
- Orders under £50.00 - £5.00
- Orders over £50.00 - £7.00
Budget (please allow 3-5 working days)
- Orders under £50.00 - £3.00
- Orders over £50.00 - FREE option where applicable, otherwise £5.00
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Celestron Nexstar 5SE Computerised Telescope

No stock available. New orders are unlikely to be supplied before February 2021
Product Code: BX21596
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