
Celestron Starsense Explorer DX 6" SCT Telescope
The Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 6" SCT Telescope features a 150mm aperture, 1500mm focal length, and StarBright XLT coatings, paired with StarSense technology for effortless celestial navigation and brilliant, clear views.
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The Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 6-inch Smartphone Enabled Telescope features revolutionary StarSense Explorer technology which utilises your smartphone's GPS and camera technology to determine celestial positions relative to you. It's super simple - set up your telescope, load the StarSense Explorer app, select the object you want to find, follow the arrows using your telescope and center it in the viewfinder!
No telescope or astronomy knowledge required.
With a simple user-friendly design, this innovative technology cuts all the frustrations of manually learning the skies, scouring through star maps, and spending $100s on computerised technology. This is a true beginners telescope for hassle-free viewing. This special design operates similar to facial recognition technology, instead looking for similiarities and patterns in star clusters or 'star mapping'. In a nut shell, it's brilliant, easy to use and ahead of its time!
The Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 6-inch Smartphone App Enabled Telescope is a 6" Schmidt Cassegrain Telescope with StarBright XLT coatings that deliver bright and clear views of most bright celestial objects.
The new Celestron StarSense Explorer App is available for download from Google Play Store or Apple Store and compatible with most smartphone devices (Android 7.1.2 and higher, and iPhone 6 and newer).
Features
- 150mm aperture
- 1500mm focal length
- Altazimuth DX Mount with Aluminium Tripod
- Includes StarPointer Red Dot Finder
- Total weight of 6.35kg
Specifications
Optical Design | Schmidt-Cassegrain |
Aperture | 150mm (6") |
Focal Length | 1500mm (59") |
Focal Ratio | f/10 |
Finderscope | StarPointer Red Dot Finderscope |
Optical Tube | Aluminum |
Highest Useful Magnification | 354x |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 21x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 13.4 |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 0.93 arc seconds |
Resolution (Dawes) | 0.77 arc seconds |
Light Gathering Power (Compared to Human eye) | 459x |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction | 56mm (2.2") |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter | 37% |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area | 14% |
Optical Tube Length | 406mm (16") |
Optical Tube Diameter | 184.15mm (7.25") |
Optical Tube Weight | 10 lbs (4.54 kg) |
Mount Type | Alt-Azimuth (AZ) |
Tripod Adjustment Range | 1320.8mm (52-inches) max height |
Total Kit Weight | 14 lbs (6.35 kg) |
Warranty | Celestron 2 Year Manufacturer Warranty |
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About Celestron
Imagine a humble beginning – a 6-inch reflector telescope crafted by Tom Johnson for his young son. This was the spark that ignited a transformative journey. As time passed, his designs evolved into larger, more sophisticated scopes. Today, Celestron shines as an industry trailblazer, renowned for crafting precision optical equipment. From computerised marvels to traditional telescopes, binoculars, spotting scopes and more, Celestron's portfolio is a universe of possibilities. With a legacy spanning over 50 illustrious years, Celestron has earned admiration from both avid hobbyists and dedicated astronomers worldwide. But they don't rest on their laurels; innovation propels them forward. They constantly broaden their product horizons while illuminating minds through global science education initiatives. Celestron's story is one of innovation, evolution and a passion for the cosmos. Join them on this extraordinary journey of discovery and inspiration.
Product Code: 22461
Product Flag | On Sale |
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Optical Design | Schmidt Cassegrain (XLT) |
Aperture | 150mm |
Focal Length | 1500mm |
Focal Ratio | f/10 |
Highest Magnification | 354x |
Faintest Stellar Magnitude | 13.4 |
Mount Type | Alt-Azimuth StarSense Explorer |
Eyepiece 1 | 40mm |
Eyepiece 2 | Super 10mm |
Finderscope Make | StarPointer Red Dot Finder |
Tube Length | 406mm x 184.15mm |
Electronic Hand Control | No |
Motor Drive | No |
Warranty Information | 2 Years |
Item | Qty |
Optical tube | 1 |
Mount and tripod (preassembled) | 1 |
40mm and 10mm Eyepieces | 1 |
Erect Image Diagonal | 1 |
StarPointer finderscope | 1 |
Accessory tray | 1 |
StarSense Explorer phone dock | 1 |