Celestron NexStar 6 SLT Telescope

The Celestron NexStar 6 SLT is a powerful and portable Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope designed for both beginners and experienced astronomers. With a 150mm (6-inch) aperture and 1500mm focal length, it delivers bright, detailed views of celestial objects. The computerized altazimuth mount with a database of over 40,000 objects makes finding stars, planets, and deep-sky targets effortless.

Advantages

This telescope offers a perfect balance of aperture and portability. The StarBright XLT optical coatings enhance light transmission for superior image quality. The flash upgradeable hand control allows for future firmware updates, keeping your telescope current. The adjustable steel tripod provides a stable platform, and the red-dot finderscope simplifies alignment.

Suitable for

• Amateur astronomers seeking a versatile and easy-to-use telescope
• Stargazers interested in lunar, planetary, and deep-sky observation
• Users who want GoTo technology for automatic object location

Key specifications

• Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
• Aperture: 150mm (6 inches)
• Focal Length: 1500mm
• Focal Ratio: f/10
• Mount: Computerized Altazimuth Single Fork Arm
• GoTo Database: 40,000+ objects
• Finderscope: StarPointer Red-Dot
• Eyepiece: 25mm Plössl (1.25")
• Diagonal: 1.25" Star Diagonal
• Optical Coatings: StarBright XLT
• Power Source: 8x AA batteries (user-supplied) or 12V DC adapter (optional)
• Highest Useful Magnification: 354x
• Lowest Useful Magnification: 21x
• Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 13.4
• Slew Speeds: 9 (up to 4°/sec)
• Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar, Lunar

Recommendations

The NexStar 6 SLT is an excellent choice for anyone looking to explore the night sky with ease. Its combination of quality optics and user-friendly technology makes it a standout in its class.