{"product_id":"celestron-nexstar-6se-computerised-telescope","title":"Celestron NexStar 6SE Computerised Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar 6SE\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 150mm Schmidt-Cassegrain GoTo telescope combining StarBright XLT coatings, a stable steel tripod and the portable single-arm NexStar SE mount. It is supplied as a complete visual-observing system with optical tube, computerised GoTo mount, tripod, hand control and essential accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/products\/050234110686_NexStar_6SE_11068_1.jpg?width=1600\" alt=\"Celestron NexStar 6SE Computerised Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope complete telescope on its tripod\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eClassic NexStar SE Computerised GoTo Telescope\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar+ hand control locates and tracks celestial objects from its extensive onboard database. Celestron's SkyAlign procedure allows the mount to determine its orientation after three bright celestial objects are centred, without requiring the user to identify those objects beforehand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNine slew speeds provide rapid movement across the sky and fine adjustment for accurate centring. Sidereal, solar and lunar tracking rates are available for appropriate observing sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain Optics with StarBright XLT\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 150mm (5.91 inches) optical system has a focal length of 1500mm and a focal ratio of f\/10. Celestron's StarBright XLT optical coatings are applied to improve light transmission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis configuration is well suited to detailed lunar and planetary observing together with a wider range of star clusters, nebulae and galaxies. Actual performance depends on atmospheric seeing, light pollution, target altitude and correct optical alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/products\/050234110686_NexStar_6SE_11068_2.jpg?width=1600\" alt=\"NexStar 6SE optical tube and single-arm GoTo mount\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePortable Single-Arm Mount and Steel Tripod\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optical tube, mount and tripod separate for transport and assemble without specialist tools. A CG-5 dovetail connection secures the optical tube to the mount, while the accessory tray braces the adjustable stainless-steel tripod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe telescope may be powered by eight AA batteries or a suitable regulated 12V DC supply. Batteries and an external mains or portable power source are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVisual Observing and Astroimaging Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied 25mm eyepiece provides 60× magnification. The StarPointer red-dot finderscope assists with initial alignment and target centring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount is primarily straightforward for visual observing. Equatorial tracking requires a separately available compatible wedge and polar alignment. Long-exposure deep-sky imaging also depends on suitable balance, tracking accuracy, guiding and camera configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/products\/050234110686_NexStar_6SE_11068_3.jpg?width=1600\" alt=\"NexStar 6SE NexStar Plus hand control and tripod details\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOptional StarSense and Wireless App Control\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron lists the NexStar SE as compatible with optional StarSense automatic-alignment technology and WiFi control. A compatible StarSense accessory or SkyPortal WiFi Module is required; neither function is built into the standard telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included Starry Night Special Edition software supports sky learning and observing-session planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e150mm Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNexStar SE computerised single-arm mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable stainless-steel tripod and accessory tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNexStar+ hand control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25mm eyepiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarPointer red-dot finderscope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25-inch star diagonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarry Night Special Edition software download\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/products\/050234110686_NexStar_6SE_11068_4.jpg?width=1600\" alt=\"NexStar 6SE supplied telescope and observing accessories\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptical Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eOptical design\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e150mm (5.91 inches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eFocal length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1500mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eFocal ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eOptical coatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eIncluded eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e25mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eMagnification with supplied eyepiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e60×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eFinderscope\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStarPointer red-dot finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eDiagonal \/ viewing arrangement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1.25-inch star diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eHighest useful magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e354×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eLowest useful magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e21×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eLimiting stellar magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e13.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eRayleigh resolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.93 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eDawes resolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.77 arcseconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eLight-gathering power\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e459× compared with the human eye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSecondary obstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e56mm; 37% by diameter and 14% by area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eOptical tube length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e406mm (16 inches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eOptical tube diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e181mm (7.1 inches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eOptical tube weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.6kg (8lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eDovetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCG-5 dovetail bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMount, Tripod, Control and Power\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eMount\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eComputerised altitude-azimuth single fork arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eInstrument load capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e5.44kg (12lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eTripod\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAdjustable stainless steel with accessory tray\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eHeight adjustment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e38–56 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eMount head weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e5kg (11lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eTripod weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4.08kg (9lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSlew speeds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNine speeds; maximum 5° per second\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eTracking rates\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSidereal, Solar and Lunar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eTracking modes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAlt-Az, EQ North and EQ South\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAlignment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSkyAlign, One-Star, Two-Star, Auto Two-Star, Solar System and EQ North\/South\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eNexStar+ database\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e40,000 objects plus 200 user-defined programmable objects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAUX ports\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOne\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAutoguide port\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eUSB\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eInput on NexStar+ hand control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003ePower\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e8 AA batteries or 12V DC, 750mA, tip positive; batteries and external supply not included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eEquatorial wedge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNot included; an optional compatible equatorial wedge is required for EQ alignment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eComplete kit weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e12.7kg (28lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eShopify shipping weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e22.680kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSolar Safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff4e5;border-left:4px solid #f28c00;padding:16px;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning: Never point this telescope towards the Sun without appropriate specialist solar equipment.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolar observing requires a suitable certified full-aperture solar filter securely fitted over the telescope's front aperture. Never use an eyepiece-type solar filter and never project an image of the Sun. Unfiltered sunlight can cause permanent eye damage and damage the telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eIf suitable compatibility and safe installation cannot be confirmed, do not point the telescope at or near the Sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/products\/050234110686_NexStar_6SE_11068_5.jpg?width=1600\" alt=\"NexStar 6SE official Celestron product view\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstruction Manual and Setup Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead the official Celestron instructions before assembly, alignment and first use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/celestron-site-support-files.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/support_files\/11068-11069_6SE-8SE_Manual_5lang_04-25_F.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#111;color:#fff;padding:14px 22px;margin:6px;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eView \/ Download NexStar 6SE and 8SE Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/celestron-site-support-files.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/support_files\/11068_11069%20NexStar%206_8%20SE_QSG_05_25_F.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f28c00;color:#111;padding:14px 22px;margin:6px;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eView \/ Download Quick Setup Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55642341048696,"sku":"11068-CGL","price":1349.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/01-celestron-nexstar-6se.jpg?v=1787850628","url":"https:\/\/www.darkclearskies.co.uk\/products\/celestron-nexstar-6se-computerised-telescope","provider":"Dark Clear Skies ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}