Telescope Celestron CGX-L 1400 XLT
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The CGX-L computerized equatorial mount is the latest design from Celestron to join our range of computerized equatorial mounts. Capable of holding the largest optical tubes from Celestron with ease, the CGX-L is designed for observations even with remote cameras thanks to its exceptional load-to-weight ratio. They also incorporate a compact design and innovative features to support large telescopes, astrophotography equipment and the latest in wireless technology.
Key objectives of the new design include a 144 mm diameter ring gear that provides more precise guidance even with heavy loads. It includes a 270 mm dovetail to support larger optical tubes. Also wifi support with accessories incorporating features such as Polar alignment and automatic detection of the Sky Portal module, and better overall cable management. In addition, mechanical and ergonomic improvements have been made to make the mount more robust, easier to use and easier to transport. The CGX-L is COMPACT, ERGONOMIC AND INNOVATIVE.
New features of CGX-L:
Increased load capacity of 34kg. Exceptional load capacity to weight ratio
Additional auxiliary ports and self-guiding port on the declination axis for better cable management
Larger 144 mm diameter worm gears for better and more precise shifting of heavier loads
270 mm dovetail to better support larger optical tubes
70 mm solid stainless steel tripod legs with a wider spread for better stability with heavy loads
New accessory tray holds three 1.25" and two 2" eyepieces with a vertical mount for your smartphone or tablet
31.5mm stainless steel counterweight shaft to support additional counterweights
Polar finder option specially designed for CGX and CGX-L
Supports wireless and WiFi operating accessories, such as StarSense AutoAlign and SkyPortal WiFi Module (sold separately)
Compact, lower profile equatorial head provides improved stability and portability. Stronger and stiffer with faster acclimatization time
Improved motors provide more torque, better turning and tracking under heavy loads
Belt drive system minimizes backlash while providing smooth motor operation at full capacity
Transparent windows built into motor covers so pulleys and belts can be monitored
Spring-loaded brass worm gear and stainless steel worm gear reduce friction and provide optimum engagement
Internal wiring for worry-free remote operation. Power inlet and lower accessory ports remain stationary while the mount rotates to avoid binding
Internal stops for both axes prevent cable strain and tripod impact
Internal optical sensors on both axes for simple and safe remote operation
Sensors allow the mount to always start at the index position, regardless of orientation prior to a power restart
Limit sensors automatically turn off the slew before the physical stop of the mount is reached
Includes the new PWI telescope control software from Celestron, developed by PlaneWave Instruments . The software features multi-point mount modeling for extremely accurate pointing precision
Polar Align Software: "All-Star Polar Alignment" enables fast and highly accurate polar alignment. Aligns to any bright star without additional polar alignment accessories, applications or other assistance
Adjustable equalization head position to optimize the center of gravity on the tripod to fully utilize the full latitude range, increased from 3° - 65°
Double dovetail clamp Vixen / CG-5 and Losmandy / CGE
+ 20° of additional tracking beyond the meridian on each side
Redesigned tripod allows wider deployment for greater stability. The minimum tripod height has also been reduced
Tripod legs can be collapsed with the accessory tray installed for faster setup and transportation
Improved ergonomics
Integrated handles for easy carrying and portability
New ergonomically designed dovetail clamping handles
Innovative and improved polar alignment adjustment system
All-new ergonomic adjustment levers with reduced friction for smooth and easy positioning under heavy loads.
Redesigned azimuth adjustment with low-friction Teflon bearings for easy adjustments under heavy loads
Easy-to-read latitude scale
NexStar+ controller with USB port
USB 2.0 port used to connect directly to PC with PWI software
2 automatic control ports available for optimal cable management
PEC and PPEC sensor
12 VDC threaded power input connector
Internal real-time clock (stores time and location information)
On/off toggle switch with red LED
Optical tube:
- Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
- Diameter: 356mm
- Focal, f/: 3910mm f/10
- Eyepieces: 40mm (98x) - 31.8mm Ø
- Finder: 9x50mm
- Zenith: 50.8mm Ø
- Dovetail: type Losmandy (CGEM, CGE PRO)
- Coating: StarBright XLT®
- Weight: 20.43kg
Mount Summary:
- German Equatorial mount
- Load capacity: 34 Kilos
- Tripod Height Range: 91-142 Centimeters
- Diameter of tripod feet: 7 Centimeters
- Latitude range: 3º-65º
- Tripod weight: 21 Kilos
- Equatorial head, axis and counterweight weight: 22 Kilos
- Total weight of equatorial head: 24 Kilos
- Maximum slew rate: 4º/second (3º/second default)
- Types of tracking: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar
- Number of auxiliary ports: 4
- Autoguiding port. Yes
- USB port: Yes
- Software Celestron PlaneWave Instruments
Items included:
- CGX-L Equatorial head
- CGX-L Tripod
- Object holder tray
- 1 Counterweight
- NexStar+ Control knob
- DC Adapter cable (cigarette lighter plug)
- 8 mm Allen wrench (located on the rear carrying handle)
Telescope Celestron CGX-L 1400 XLT
