Celestron NexStar 127 SLT Computerized Telescope
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Celestron NexStar 127SLT Computerized Telescope
Designed to be an affordable entry-level to mid-level computerized GoTo telescope, the NexStar SLT refractors, reflectors, and Maks are available in the most popular sizes and are loaded with valuable design features. With preassembled, adjustable stainless steel tripods, and quick release fork arms and tubes, NexStar SLT telescopes can be set up in a matter of minutes with no tools required! You can see details of the lunar surface, Venus and its phases, polar caps on Mars, Jupiter and its four moons, Saturn with its rings plainly visible and much more! Most NexStar SLTs can also be used as a land-based spotting telescope.
Intelligent Design:
Powered by 8 AA (user supplied) batteries or an optional AC adapter (#18778) these NexStar GoTos love to travel. The internal battery compartment provides power to the high precision servo motors for rigid low-vibration performance while eliminating cord wrap issues associated with external battery packs. With the NexStars ergonomically designed hand control, the user is free to remove the hand control from its holder for remote use or leave it cradled for hands-free operation. With a touch of a button you can select the object catalog, change the slew speed, view fascinating information about an object, or simply know if a desired object is visible in the sky. Learn more about the Celestron NexStar SLT series and their impressive features in the video below.
Celestron's Revolutionary SkyAlign:
Using Celestron's patented SkyAlign (patent pending), simply input the date, time, and location into the hand control then slew the telescope to any three bright celestial objects in the sky. You do not need to know the names of the stars! You can even pick the Moon or bright planets!
NexStar 127SLT - General Features:
- High quality 127 mm Maksutov-Cassegrain
- Fully computerized Altazimuth mount
- StarPointer finderscope to help with alignment and accurately locating objects (includes 3V CR2032 lithium button battery)
- Quick-release fork arm mount, optical tube, and accessory tray for quick no tool set up
- Sturdy stainless steel tripod and accessory tray included
- Good for terrestrial and celestial observing
- Includes CD-ROM "The Sky" Astronomy Software which provides education about the sky and printable sky maps
NexStar 127SLT - Computerized Mount Features:
- Proven NexStar computer control technology
- Database allows telescope to locate over 40,000 celestial objects
- SkyAlign allows you to align on any three bright celestial objects, making for a fast and easy alignment process
- Flash upgradeable hand control software and motor control units for downloading product updates over the Internet
- Internal battery compartment to prevent cord wrap during use
- Auxiliary port for additional accessories such as GPS accessory
- Includes "NSOL" (NexStar Observer List) telescope control software for basic control of your telescope via computer
- Compatible with optional "NexRemote" telescope control software, for advanced control of your telescope via computer
SKU Number
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CEL-22097 |
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Model Number
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22097 |
Telescope Series
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Celestron NexStar SLT |
Focal Ratio
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f/12 |
Optical Design
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Maksutov-Cassegrain |
Telescope Aperture
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127mm (5") |
Telescope Mount Type
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Alt-Azimuth |
Type of Electronics
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Computerized - GoTo |
Focal Length (mm)
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1500 |
Optical Coatings
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Fully-Coated |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude
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13 |
Lowest Useful Magnification
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18x |
Highest Useful Magnification
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300x |
Light-Gathering Power Compared to Human Eye
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329x |
Focuser Style
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Internal Moving Primary |
Focuser Size
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Internal Focuser |
Focuser Speed
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Single Speed |
Saddle Type
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Vixen |
Telescope Mount Weight Capacity (lb.)
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8 |
Motor Type
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DC Servo |
Compatible Hemispheres
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Both Northern and Southern Hemispheres |
Tracking Rates
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Sidereal, Solar, Lunar |
Mount Slew Speeds
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9 slew speeds - max speed 3°/second |
Includes Manual Slow Motion Controls?
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No |
Periodic Error Correction?
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No |
Includes Integrated WiFi?
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No |
Includes GPS Technology?
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No |
Included Accessory Ports
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Aux, USB |
Hand Controller Included
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Yes, NexStar + |
Objects in Telescope Database
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40,000+ |
Household Battery Qty & Type, if Applicable
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8 "AA" Batteries |
Power Requirements
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12V DC |
Mount Includes Tripod or Pier?
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Yes |
Tripod Height Range (in.)
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30 - 50 |
Tripod Leg Diameter (in.)
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1.25" |
Tripod Leg Material
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Stainless Steel/Steel |
Telescope Mount Head Weight (lb.)
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5 |
Telescope Tripod Weight (lb.)
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5 |
Warranty
Warranty
Manufacturer's warranty period, if known. Customers should communicate directly with the manufacturer regarding details of their warranty, as warranties have a tendency to change without notice.
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Celestron 2 Years |
- Celestron 127 mm NexStar SLT Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
- Fully Computerized Single Fork Arm Alt-Azimuth Mount
- Red Dot StarPointer Finder
- 1.25" Star Diagonal
- 25 mm Eyepiece with 60x Magnification
- 9 mm Eyepiece with 167x Magnification
- 1.25" Stainless Steel Tripod with Accessory Tray
- NexStar+ Hand Controller
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