Vixen Optics- Telescope and Mount Packages - ED81S Telescope with Sphinx Mount


Vixen ED81SWT with Sphinx Mount (Item #55032)

The ED81S with the Sphinx mount combines both our highest quality short focal length telescope with our highest quality GOTO mount. You will not be disappointed with the operation or image quality from this package. As a first purchase you will easily begin observing hundreds of celestial objects. For the astro-photographer the ED81S and Sphinx mount makes a great combination. With the mount's ability to use an auto guider and connect with other software on your computer, you will be well on your way to taking some great images.

The SPHINX equatorial mount and STARBOOK controller have been precisely engineered for high-speed automatic location of celestial objects. It is now possible to explore the beauty of the night sky with great ease and stability. The SPHINX comes standard with built in motors and the world's first star chart go-to controller, STARBOOK, with a large full color LCD display. The STARBOOK includes over 22,000 celestial objects in its database. The LAN port controller allows for computer control and network connectivity. The STARBOOK controller can be used as a stand alone star atlas from anywhere, anytime.

Package Specifications

Optical Design	ED Apochromatic Refractor
Aperture	81mm
Focal Length	625mm
Focal Ratio	f/7.7
Coating	Multi Coating
Resolving Power	1.43 arc sec
Limiting Magnitude	11.3
Light Gathering Power	134x
Finder Scope	Optional
Focuser	Dual Speed
Adapter Thread	60mm/50.8mm
Astrophotography	Prime Focus, Eyepiece Projection & Afocal Imaging
Visual Back	Compression Ring
Optical Tube Length	23” (585mm)
Optical Tube Diameter	3.5” (90mm)
Optical Tube Weight	5.1lb
Mount	Sphinx SXW Equatorial Mount
Tripod	HAL130 Tripod
Tripod Weight	12 lb
Mount Weight	13 lb
Counterweights	4.2 lb (1.9 kg)
Mount Dimensions	36cm x 12cm x 36cm
Hand Controller	STAR BOOK
Load Capacity	35 lbs
Alignment Procedure	3 Star
Database	22,700 Object
Power Requirements	DC 12 volts, 0.4 to 1.7 amperes
RA Slow Motion Axis	180 tooth wheel gear – whole circle movement
DEC Slow Motion Axis	180 tooth wheel gear – whole circle movement
RA & DEC Worm Wheel	Aluminum
RA Coordinate Display	STAR BOOK Full Color LCD screen ; 0.1 min increments
DEC Coordinate Display	STAR BOOK Full Color LCD screen ; 1.0 are min. sec increments
Polar Axis Scope	Optional
Altitude Adjustment	0 to 70 ° (Fine adj. with tangent screw +/-15°, 3 step elevator
Azimuth Adjustment	Double screw fine adjustment
Motors	Built in
Accessories	XY Dot Finder; Dovetail Plate; Carry Handle; NLV25mm Eyepiece

Price: $2999

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