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Vixen Telescope VMC260L(WT) Optical Tube Assembly
- $8,395.00
For both planetary and deep sky observing and photographic applications.
Vixen's original Catadioptric design, consisting of two high reflectivity dielectric mirrors and a unique double menisus lens unit in front of the seconday mirror, virtually eliminates both spherical aberration and field curvature excellently and delivers high quality of images. With the large 260mm aperture, the VMC260L is a true all purpose telescope in your observing sessions.
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Vixen Telescope VMC260L(WT) Optical Tube Assembly Description
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Color of the optical tube has been changed from dark green to white.
Vixen's optical tubes has unified into fresh white color.
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Vixen's original modified Maksutov Cassegrain.
The VMC features a combination of a miniscus lens unit in front of the secondary mirror and high-precision spherical mirrors that are shaped with extreme accuracy. Spherical aberration and curvature of field are corrected to a high level of optical performance for clear and sharp images. With its 260mm aperture dielectric coated mirror, the VMC260L collects enough light for serious visual and photographic applications and for both planetary and seep sky observing.
Optical Tube
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Primary mirror260mm effective aperture, precision spherical mirror, multicoated
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Focal length (Focal ratio)3,000mm (F11.5)
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Resolving power / Limiting magnitude0.45 arc seconds / 13.8
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Light gathering power1380×unaided eye
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Dimensions / Weight304mm dia. and 680mm long (720mm incl. protruded focus knob) / 12.1kg (Net 10kg)
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Finder scope7×50mm with dark-field illuminated reticle, 7 degrees field of view
Focuser
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Adapter thread / Visual back60mm and 42mmforT-ring / 50.8mm and 31.7mm push fit with flip mirror diagonal
Others
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AccessoriesDovetail attachment rail, Metal carry handle, Saddle plate
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PhotographyUsable with Prime focus, Eyepiece projection and Afocal imaging
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Solar observationNot available