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Product Description
Has an Advanced Coma-Free (ACF) optical design offering the coma-free pinpoint star images and flatter image fields while reducing astigmatism and eliminates diffraction spikes. Features include a 8" (203mm) aperture, 2032mm focal length, and f/10 focal ratio.
Equipped with an internal single speed focuser and Ultra High Transmission Coatings (UHTC) for the improvement of brighter star clusters, more fine detail in nebulae, and greater surface features on planets. Includes (2) 1.25" Super Plossl eyepieces (9.7mm & 26mm) and a viewfinder (8x50 optical with crosshair) along with a vixen-style dovetail. With included accessories, the OTA weighs 11.5 lbs (5.2kg) and has dimensions of 460mm X 250mm.
Warranty note: Limited Warranty against defects in materials or workmanship for two years from date of purchase. This warranty is provided by Meade for the benefit of the original retail purchaser only. For complete warranty details contact Meade at 800-626-3233.
What can I see with a Meade LX85 8" ACF OTA ONLY (217025)?
Here are some simulated views of common objects. Results with your telescope will vary with viewing conditions, obrits, equipment and more.
Jupiter with
26mm Eyepiece - 78x Magnification
(Included with This Telescope)
Jupiter with
10mm Eyepiece - 203x Magnification
(Included with This Telescope)
Jupiter with
5mm Eyepiece - 406x Magnification
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Moon with 26mm Eyepiece
78x Magnification
(Included with This Telescope)
Moon with 10mm Eyepiece
203x Magnification
(Included with This Telescope)
Moon with 5mm Eyepiece
406x Magnification
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Andromeda with 36mm Eyepiece
56x Magnification
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Andromeda with 26mm Eyepiece
78x Magnification
(Included with This Telescope)
Andromeda with 10mm Eyepiece
203x Magnification
(Included with This Telescope)
Specifications
| Best for viewing | Brighter deep sky |
| Best for imaging | Solar, lunar, planetary & Messier objects |
| Astro-imaging capability | Lunar, planetary & long exposure |
| User Level | Advanced |
| Optical design | Advanced Coma-Free (ACF) |
| Optical diameter | 203mm |
| Focal Length | 2032mm |
| Focal Ratio | f/10.0 |
| Eyepieces | Super Plossl 26.0mm, 9.7mm (1.25") |
| Magnification with included eyepieces | 78x, 209x |
| Resolving Power | 115.80arc*sec |
| Highest useful magnification | 300x |
| Highest theoretical magnification | 406x |
| Limiting stellar magnitude | 14.2 |
| Optical quality | Diffraction limited |
| Finder scope | 8x50 |
| Focuser | Internal |
| Diagonal degrees | 1.25" 90° Mirror Star |
| Mount type | Optical Tube without Mount |
| Tube material | Aluminum |
| Weight, optical tube | 11.5 lbs. |
| Additional included accessories | Vixen style dovetail bar |
| Other features | Ultra High Transmission Coatings (UHTC) |
| Warranty | Two year |
