A few years ago the RCX400 was released by meade instruments.
A Fast f/8 RC design produces a coma-free field of view. The rcx400 hosts some of the most technologically advanced mechanics and electronics offered. It really is amazing.
It is advertised for the serious astronomer and astrophotography. They used the Ritchey-chretien design. It is in fact such a good design the mor of professional reflector telescopes use this design, even the Hubble space telescope.This telescope produces amazly crystal clear images. The price tag for this telescope range from 5,000 for the 10” to 16,000 for the 16” .
The advanced f/8 Ritchey-Chretien Optics. They took this already optimized telescope design and added a corrector plate to reduce residual astigmatism.
Standard on all of the RCX400 is the Series 5000 24mm 2” O.D Ultra Wide Angle eyepieces. You will notice it delivers high resolution and contrast. Fetures a amazing 82” apparent field of view.
The telescope is made of a carbon graphite and Kevlar. This makes for a very light and durably.
Key Features
GPS & level-north Alignment System
Upgraded AutoStar II Controller
Cooling fan
Smart Mount
Smart Drive
Oversized Primary mirror
24mm series 5000 Ultra Wide Angle Eyepiece
Ultra High Transmission Coating
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