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Celestron 6-inch Newtonian on German equatorial mount with tripod and accessory case

Celestron

Celestron Advanced VX 6" Newtonian Telescope with Deluxe Accessory Kit

SKU CH-8JPP-NKBKD

A 150 mm Newtonian reflector on a computerized German equatorial mount with NexStar+ hand control offering a 40 000-object database, supplied with five 1.25" Plössl eyepieces, a 1.25" Barlow lens.

  • Bright, detailed views from 150 mm aperture and fully coated optics
  • Accurate tracking with Advanced VX German equatorial mount compensating Earth's rotation
  • Stable, vibration-free platform on adjustable stainless steel tripod with 2-inch legs
  • Easy object location via NexStar+ hand control with 40000-object database
  • Five Plossl eyepieces, 1.25" Barlow, filter set and carry case included

Celestron 6-inch Newtonian Reflector

The Celestron Advanced VX 6-inch Newtonian telescope delivers 150 mm aperture light-gathering power on a computerized German equatorial mount. Fully coated parabolic optics reduce spherical aberration for sharp views across the field. It suits visual observers wanting a capable mid-level system for deep-sky and planetary targets.

Tracking Limits of the Advanced VX Mount

The Advanced VX mount provides motorized tracking to compensate for Earth rotation, yet its payload capacity and periodic-error performance set practical limits for long-exposure imaging. The NexStar+ hand controller offers a 40,000-object database for locating targets, but accurate polar alignment remains essential for extended sessions. Vibration from the 2-inch steel tripod can affect high-magnification stability in wind.

Assembly and Common Setup Issues

The telescope ships with a deluxe accessory kit containing five 1.25-inch Plossl eyepieces, a 1.25-inch Barlow lens, a 1.25-inch filter set and a carry case. Balancing the optical tube on the German equatorial head requires careful adjustment before powering the mount. First-time users often struggle with polar alignment and SkyAlign procedures, leading to poor tracking if rushed.

Highlights

  • Bright, detailed views from 150 mm aperture and fully coated optics
  • Accurate tracking with Advanced VX German equatorial mount compensating Earth's rotation
  • Stable, vibration-free platform on adjustable stainless steel tripod with 2-inch legs
  • Easy object location via NexStar+ hand control with 40000-object database
  • Five Plossl eyepieces, 1.25" Barlow, filter set and carry case included

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Which optical tube version should I choose for this Advanced VX mount?

The package includes the 6-inch (150 mm) Newtonian reflector optical tube with fully coated, parabolic primary mirror; no alternative tube versions are offered in this kit.

What does the 150 mm aperture deliver when the telescope is set up on the Advanced VX mount?

The 150 mm aperture gathers substantial light for bright, detailed views of planets, star clusters and galaxies, while the parabolic mirror keeps images sharp across the field.

What eyepiece and accessory barrel size does the 1.25 inch focuser and included kit support?

The 1.25 inch focuser accepts all five supplied Plössl eyepieces, the 1.25 inch Barlow lens and the 1.25 inch filter set included in the deluxe accessory kit.

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