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X-Cel LX 1.25 in - 18mm
- $199.00
The 18mm medium power X-Cel eyepiece is a 6-element fully multi-coated optical design, the X-Cel utilizes extra low dispersion (ED) glass on its most highly curved surfaces, to minimize chromatic aberration that can hinder sharp planetary views. With a wide 55 deg apparent field of view, and a large 25mm clear aperture the X-Cel is one of the most comfortable eyepieces to use. Every X-Cel eyepiece is parfocal with each other, meaning little or no focusing is needed when changing from low to high power. The X-Cel comes with soft rubber eyecups and a durable plastic case. In addition, if you are an eyeglass wearer, you will enjoy the 20mm eye...
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Description
Celestron X-Cel LX series eyepieces offer a 60 deg apparent field of view, perfect for the Moon, the planets, and a plethora of deep-sky objects. The premium six-element optical set is finished with multiple layers of high-transmission coatings for clear, sharp images.s The edges of the optics are blackened for increased contrast. All seven X-Cel LX eyepieces sport 16 mm of comfortable eye relief, and are parfocal, which means you can switch out eyepieces within the series during observing sessions and little or no additional focusing will be required.
sThe X-Cel LX eyepiece body is made of black-anodized aluminum. The pop-up eyecups make it easy to adjust the height for different users. Turn them in one direction to extend the length, and the other direction to provide a flat surface, preferable to most eyeglass wearers. A treaded rubber grip around the center of the eyepiece barrel offers secure handling, even in moist conditions or with heavy gloves on. The 1.25” insert barrel is threaded to accept filters.
sThe Celestron X-Cel LX Series includes the following focal lengths in a 1.25” format:
- 2.3 mm
- 5 mm
- 7 mm
- 9 mm
- 12 mm
- 25 mm
Features
- X-Cel LX eyepieces, optimized for planetary viewing, offer a 60 deg field of view through a six-element fully multi-coated lens system.
- Pop-up rubber eyeguards provide comfort and increase contrast. Raise and lower with a simple twist.
- A treaded rubber grip offers a no-slip grip, even with gloves on.
- 1.25” barrels are threaded to accept filters.
Specfications
- Focal Length: 18 mm (0.71 in)
- Apparent Field of View: 60 °
- Eye Relief (mm): 16 mm (0.63 in)
- Optical Coatings: Fully multi-coated
- Number of Lens Elements: 6
- Barrel Size (in): 1.25 in (32 mm)
- Parfocal Eyepieces: No
- Threaded For Filters: No
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