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VIXEN AXD2-VMC260L(WT)-P Telescope with mount Tripod and Accessories

VIXEN AXD2-VMC260L(WT)-P Telescope with mount Tripod and Accessories

$21,866.25 SAVE $3,858.75
stock due: 28/04/2024 ETA: 28/04/2024
(from time of order)
stock due: 28/04/2024 ETA: 28/04/2024
(from time of order)
stock due: 28/04/2024 ETA: 28/04/2024
(from time of order)
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The VMC260L, featuring great light gathering power and long focal length, comes mounted on a sophisticated AXD2 atop a steel pedestal. The robust pillar is suitable for use in a permanent observing base.

Brand: Vixen   |    Code: VX36948
APN: 4955295369485   |    Supplier Code: 36948 Supplier Description: AXD2-VMC260L(WT)-P

Best for serious astrophotographers who demand a perfect imaging platform with user-friendly functions that allow for comfortable operation.

VMC260L optical tube assembly.

The large 260mm aperture Catadioptric design is a true all purpose telescope for serious visual and photography applications. Best for detailed views of planets and faint deep sky objects.

AXD2 equatorial mount.

The large 260mm aperture Catadioptric design is a true all purpose telescope for serious visual and photography applications. Best for detailed views of planets and faint deep sky objects.

STAR BOOK TEN star chart go-to navigation controller.

The STAR BOOK TEN features intuitive 'Star-Chart Go-To' system with high definition color LCD display. The position of the telescope, the target and other useful information are displayed on the screen in detail. The night vision feature illuminates the whole screen in red, if applied, and will limit the brightness to the observer's eyes.

Permanent metal pillar for an observatory doom.

The AXD-P85DX pillar that is dedicated to the AXD2 mount is sutable for your observatory doom. It provides less space as compareand to the tripod and has an advantage in slewing the telescope at less hindrance.

Optical Tube

Primary mirror 260mm effective aperture, precision spherical mirror, multicoated
Focal length (Focal ratio) 3,000mm (F11.5)
Resolving power / Limiting magnitude 0.45 arc seconds / 13.8
Light gathering power 1380X unaided eye
Size / Weight 304mm dia. and 680mm long (720mm incl. protruded focus knob) / 12.1kg (Net 10kg)
Finder scope 7×50mm with dark-field illuminated reticle, 7 degrees field of view

Focuser

Adapter thread / Visual back 60mm and 42mmforT-ring / 50.8mm and 31.7mm push fit with flip mirror diagonal
Eyepiece (31.7mm) Optional

Pillar

Materials Steel pipe, aluminum pedestal and aluminum pillar tripod base
Size / Weight 881.5mm high, 3.8mm thick, 139.8mm diameter pipe, 450mm set up space in radius / 24.5 kg

Other

Photography Usable with Prime focus, Eyepiece projection and Afocal imaging
Solar observation Not available
  • AXD counterweight 1.5 kg
  • AXD counterweight 7 kg
  • Dovetail-plate mounting block
  • AXD2 Equatorial Mount
  • VMC260L(WT) Optical Tube Assemby
  • AXD-P85DX Pillar

FEATURES

Best for serious astrophotographers who demand a perfect imaging platform with user-friendly functions that allow for comfortable operation.

VMC260L optical tube assembly.

The large 260mm aperture Catadioptric design is a true all purpose telescope for serious visual and photography applications. Best for detailed views of planets and faint deep sky objects.

AXD2 equatorial mount.

The large 260mm aperture Catadioptric design is a true all purpose telescope for serious visual and photography applications. Best for detailed views of planets and faint deep sky objects.

STAR BOOK TEN star chart go-to navigation controller.

The STAR BOOK TEN features intuitive 'Star-Chart Go-To' system with high definition color LCD display. The position of the telescope, the target and other useful information are displayed on the screen in detail. The night vision feature illuminates the whole screen in red, if applied, and will limit the brightness to the observer's eyes.

Permanent metal pillar for an observatory doom.

The AXD-P85DX pillar that is dedicated to the AXD2 mount is sutable for your observatory doom. It provides less space as compareand to the tripod and has an advantage in slewing the telescope at less hindrance.

SPECIFICATIONS

Optical Tube

Primary mirror 260mm effective aperture, precision spherical mirror, multicoated
Focal length (Focal ratio) 3,000mm (F11.5)
Resolving power / Limiting magnitude 0.45 arc seconds / 13.8
Light gathering power 1380X unaided eye
Size / Weight 304mm dia. and 680mm long (720mm incl. protruded focus knob) / 12.1kg (Net 10kg)
Finder scope 7×50mm with dark-field illuminated reticle, 7 degrees field of view

Focuser

Adapter thread / Visual back 60mm and 42mmforT-ring / 50.8mm and 31.7mm push fit with flip mirror diagonal
Eyepiece (31.7mm) Optional

Pillar

Materials Steel pipe, aluminum pedestal and aluminum pillar tripod base
Size / Weight 881.5mm high, 3.8mm thick, 139.8mm diameter pipe, 450mm set up space in radius / 24.5 kg

Other

Photography Usable with Prime focus, Eyepiece projection and Afocal imaging
Solar observation Not available

IN THE BOX

  • AXD counterweight 1.5 kg
  • AXD counterweight 7 kg
  • Dovetail-plate mounting block
  • AXD2 Equatorial Mount
  • VMC260L(WT) Optical Tube Assemby
  • AXD-P85DX Pillar
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