Eyepieces for Planetary Viewing Made Simple
Celestron X-Cel LX Series
- Focal Lengths: Ranges from 2.3 mm to 25 mm
- Includes: Two Barlow lenses
High-Quality Viewing
The Celestron X-Cel LX eyepieces are designed for comfortable and clear planetary observation. They come with a brass clamping ring to keep them secure and scratch-free.
Barlow Lenses
- 2x Barlow Lens: Doubles the focal length of your telescope without changing the eyepiece's field of view or eye relief. This allows you to achieve two different magnifications with one eyepiece.
- Compatibility: Works with all 1.25" eyepieces and is especially useful for avoiding the discomfort of short focal length eyepieces.
Usage Tips
- Direct Insertion: For accurate magnification, insert the eyepiece directly into the Barlow lens.
- Using with Diagonal Mirrors: Be aware that adding a diagonal mirror between the eyepiece and Barlow lens increases magnification further.
Design Features
- Short Design: Fits safely with diagonal prisms without risking contact.
- Rubber Coating: Ensures a firm grip even in damp conditions.
- Multi-Coated: Fully multi-coated for clear, sharp images.
- Brass Clamping Ring: Holds eyepieces securely without scratching.
Versatility
The Barlow lens doubles the focal length of inserted eyepieces and is compatible with virtually any telescope. It's valuable for both visual and photographic magnification.
Specifications
- Magnification: 2x
- Coating: Fully Multi-Coated
- Connection and Filter Thread: 1.25 inches
- Weight: 140 g
- Length: 75 mm (46 mm without the 1.25" sleeve)
- Accessories: Dust protection cover
Ideal Usage
- Planetary Viewing: Achieves high magnification necessary for detailed planetary observation.
- Photography: Maximizes the performance of modern video cameras used for planetary imaging, especially with telescopes having a focal ratio of f/20 to f/30.
Whether you're using long focal length telescopes like Schmidt-Cassegrains and Maksutovs, or short focal length telescopes like Newtonians, the X-Cel LX Barlow lenses enhance your viewing experience.
