Celestron Advanced VX 7" Maksutov Cassegrain

  The Advanced VX 700 Maksutov-Cassegrain (AVX 700 Mak) telescope stands out as a specialized instrument designed to deliver detailed, high-contrast views, setting a new standard for mid-level telescopes. This kit, featuring the Maksutov-Cassegrain optical tube paired with the robust Advanced VX equatorial mount and tripod, offers unparalleled observations of planets and close-up views of the lunar surface, showcasing craters and maria. Urban astronomers, in particular, will appreciate the Mak's ability to enhance contrast in celestial objects. The kit's advantage lies in its disassemblability, breaking down into separate, lightweight, and manageable pieces, making it an excellent choice for transport to dark sky sites. Maksutov-Cassegrain Optical Design: The Mak employs a catadioptric design, incorporating both a lens and a mirror. Light travels through a corrector lens to the primary mirror and then reflects off a spherical secondary mirror before reaching the eyepiece. This design p