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Celestron C6-A-XLT Schmidt-Cassegrain OTA with CG-5 Mount Plate
Celestron C6-A-XLT Schmidt-Cassegrain OTA with CG-5 Mount Plate
SKU:CE-C6AXLT-CG5
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Celestron C6-A-XLT Schmidt-Cassegrain OTA is a lightweight, compact, and high-performance optical tube designed for users who want reliable optics and portable convenience. This 6-inch OTA is coated with Celestron’s StarBright XLT coatings and includes essential accessories for visual astronomy.
- Best suited for intermediate users, visual observers, and those stepping up from entry-level telescopes
- Offers a balance of portability and performance with its 150 mm aperture and 1500 mm focal length
- Ideal for viewing planetary details, bright deep-sky objects, and the Moon with sharp, focused results
- StarBright XLT coatings enhance contrast and light transmission for improved brightness and clarity
- Comes with a 25 mm eyepiece (60x magnification) and 6x30 optical finderscope
- Includes a CG-5 style dovetail plate compatible with most Vixen-style mounts
- 1.25-inch diagonal and visual back allow standard accessories to be used with ease
- Weighing only 10 lbs, it's easy to transport and mount for backyard or field use
This OTA is compatible with the Celestron CG-5 and AVX mounts, older Losmandy GM-8, and select Meade and Vixen setups. It does not support mounts with 3-inch dovetails like CGE or Paramount. If you're unsure, confirm mount compatibility before purchasing.
Whether you're upgrading your setup or looking for a reliable OTA that delivers performance in a small form factor, the Celestron C6-A-XLT offers an ideal mix of quality and value.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Feature | Specification |
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Aperture | 150 mm (6") |
Camera/Eyepiece Connection | 24 tpi |
Dawes Limit | 0.77 arcseconds |
Focal Length | 1500 mm |
Focal Ratio | f/10 |
Highest Magnification | 300x |
Light Gathering Power | 459x |
Limiting Magnitude | 14.6 |
Optical Design | Schmidt-Cassegrain (SCT) |
Secondary Obstruction | 45 mm |
Tube Diameter | 226 mm |
Tube Length | 406 mm |
Tube Weight | 10 lbs (4.54 kg) |
Warranty | 2-Year Warranty |
WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
- 150 mm (6") Schmidt-Cassegrain Optical Tube Assembly (OTA)
- 6x30 Optical Finder
- 1.25-inch Star Diagonal
- 1.25-inch Eyepiece (25 mm, 60x magnification)
- Dovetail Rail for CG-5 Advanced Series mounts
- 2-Year Warranty



