Celestron 700 Maksutov-Cassegrain CGEM II 700 Mak (12016)

The 700 Maksutov-Cassegrain CGEM II telescope (CGEM II 700 Mak) is specifically crafted for high contrast, detailed observation of smaller celestial objects like planets. Its Maksutov-Cassegrain optical tube combined with a robust equatorial mount and tripod offers unparalleled views of planetary features and lunar surfaces, including craters and maria. This telescope is also adept at locating smaller, fainter deep sky objects such as globular clusters and planetary nebulae. Ideal for urban astronomers, the Mak excels in enhancing contrast in celestial objects. Moreover, its design facilitates easy transportation to dark sites, with the optical tube, mount head, tripod, counterweight bar, and counterweight disassembling into manageable pieces without the need for tools. Maksutov-Cassegrain Optical Design The Mak is a catadioptric telescope, combining a lens and a mirror in its optical design. Light travels through the corrector lens to the primary mirror, then to a spherical secondary