{"product_id":"celestron-nexstar-evolution-8","title":"Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 Computerised Telescope","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"dcs-product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f7fa;border-left:4px solid #f28c00;padding:14px 16px;margin:0 0 24px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Please contact us for current UK availability and delivery arrangements before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eEight-Inch SCT Performance with Wireless GoTo Control\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 combines a compact 203.2mm Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube with a computerised single-arm GoTo mount, built-in Wi-Fi and an integrated rechargeable LiFePO4 battery. It is designed for visual observers who want substantial planetary and deep-sky performance without carrying a separate mount power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e203.2mm f\/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube with StarBright XLT coatings\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in Wi-Fi control through the Celestron SkyPortal app\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNexStar+ hand controller with a database of more than 40,000 objects\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIntegrated LiFePO4 battery for up to 10 hours of observing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBrass worm gears, manual clutches and integrated carrying handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFastar compatible for use with a suitable optional imaging conversion system\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/products\/12091_NexStar_Evolution_8_1_1794d472-3dd3-45f7-9dc8-e746ce0bcce5.jpg?v=1727901898\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 computerised Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope\" loading=\"eager\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWireless Control or Included Hand Controller\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eConnect a compatible smartphone or tablet directly to the mount’s own Wi-Fi network and control the telescope through Celestron SkyPortal Powered by SkySafari. The app provides a graphical sky map, object information and GoTo control. A NexStar+ hand controller is also included, so the telescope can be operated without a mobile device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe mount’s own Wi-Fi network allows normal field operation without an internet connection. Date, time and observing-location information are supplied by the connected mobile device when using the app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/products\/12091_NexStar_Evolution_8_16.jpg?v=1727901952\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 connected wirelessly to a tablet\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eCompact 203.2mm Schmidt-Cassegrain Optics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube provides a long 2032mm focal length in a compact 432mm tube. This makes it well suited to detailed views of the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, double stars and smaller deep-sky objects while remaining manageable for transport and storage. StarBright XLT coatings improve transmission through the complete optical system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/products\/12091_Nexstar_Evolution_8_3.jpg?v=1727901907\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Front corrector plate of the Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 SCT\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eEvolution Mount and Internal Battery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Evolution mount uses DC servo motors and brass worm gearing for smooth GoTo movement and tracking. Manual clutches on both axes allow the telescope to be repositioned when the mount is not aligned or powered. Four AUX ports support compatible Celestron accessories, while the USB output can charge a mobile device during an observing session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe battery can be charged or the telescope operated from the supplied AC adapter. Celestron recommends keeping the battery charged during storage and using the supplied charger or a suitable certified 12V DC supply rated for at least 2A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/products\/12091_Nexstar_Evolution_8_8.jpg?v=1529944328\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Close view of the NexStar Evolution mount and optical tube connection\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eVisual Observing and Astroimaging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe telescope is suitable for lunar and planetary imaging and for experimenting with shorter-exposure images of brighter deep-sky objects. Because the standard mount operates in altazimuth mode, field rotation limits long exposures. An optional equatorial wedge can be used for more advanced imaging; Celestron specifies the 8-inch Evolution with a suitable CPC tripod when used on the wedge. Imaging cameras, adapters, wedge and CPC tripod are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThis telescope is not a fully automated smart-imaging system: a compatible camera and all required imaging adapters must be selected separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eTransport and Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe optical tube, mount head and tripod separate for transport. The complete kit weighs 18.37kg, with individual weights of 5.67kg for the optical tube, 7kg for the mount head and 5.44kg for the tripod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe optical tube attaches to the mount through a CG-5-format dovetail bar. Large integrated handles on the mount and practical tripod features simplify assembly, but users should still assess lifting requirements and the route to their observing location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e203.2mm f\/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNexStar Evolution computerised single-arm mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAdjustable stainless-steel tripod and accessory tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIntegrated Wi-Fi and rechargeable LiFePO4 battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNexStar+ hand controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e40mm and 13mm Plössl eyepieces (1.25-inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eStarPointer red-dot finderscope\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1.25-inch visual back and star diagonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAC charger with US, EU, UK and AU plug fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCelestron Starry Night Special Edition software and SkyPortal app\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e A smartphone or tablet, imaging camera, camera adapters, dew-control equipment, equatorial wedge, focal reducer and HyperStar\/Fastar conversion optics are not stated as included unless specifically listed above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/products\/12091_Nexstar_Evolution_8_7_b1f870db-012b-47fb-95b6-ba858079e1f9.jpg?v=1727901922\u0026amp;width=1600\" alt=\"Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 optical tube, mount and folded tripod for transport\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eOptical Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n      \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;\"\u003eAperture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e203.2mm (8 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;\"\u003eFocal length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2032mm (80 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;\"\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;\"\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;\"\u003eIncluded eyepiece(s)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e40mm and 13mm Plössl eyepieces (1.25-inch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eIncluded eyepiece magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e51× and 156×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\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;\"\u003eStar diagonal\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;\"\u003eHighest useful magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e480×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eLowest useful magnification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e29×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eLimiting stellar magnitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eRayleigh resolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.69 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;\"\u003eDawes resolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.57 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;\"\u003eLight-gathering power\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e843× 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;\"\u003eSecondary obstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e64mm (2.5 inches); 31% by diameter and 9.77% 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;\"\u003eOptical tube length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e432mm (17 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;\"\u003eOptical tube diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e238mm (9.37 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;\"\u003eOptical tube weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e5.67kg (12.5lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\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\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eMount, Electronics and Weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eMount type\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;\"\u003eInstrument load capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e11kg (25lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eHeight adjustment range including mount and tripod\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1193.8–1752.6mm (47–69 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;\"\u003eTripod legs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e38.1mm (1.5-inch) stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eMount head weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e7kg (16lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eTripod weight\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;\"\u003eSlew speeds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNine, with a maximum of 4° 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;\"\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;\"\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;\"\u003eDovetail compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCG-5 saddle plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eAUX ports\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFour; the hand controller can use any AUX port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eAutoguide port\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eUSB\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHand-controller input and mount output for mobile-device charging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003ePower\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eInternal 9.6V, 4.5Ah LiFePO4 battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eMotor drive\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDC servo motors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eAlignment procedures\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSkyAlign, 1-Star, 2-Star, Auto 2-Star, Solar System, Quick-Align, Last Alignment and EQ North\/EQ South with an optional wedge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003ePeriodic error correction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eHand controller\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNexStar+ hand controller with backlit LCD and USB connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eObject database\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMore than 40,000 objects, including 220 selected deep-sky and Solar System 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;\"\u003eSoftware\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCelestron Starry Night Special Edition and SkyPortal app\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003eTotal telescope kit weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e18.37kg (40.5lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eSolar Safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\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 look at the Sun through this telescope unless a suitable certified aperture solar filter is securely fitted over the complete front aperture.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNever use an eyepiece-type solar filter, a Herschel wedge or the telescope to project an image of the Sun. Unfiltered sunlight can cause immediate and permanent eye damage and may damage the telescope or attached accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eNever leave the telescope unattended, especially when children are present. If the suitability or fit of a solar filter cannot be confirmed, do not point the telescope at or near the Sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eInstruction Manuals\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe official NexStar Evolution manual covers items 12090, 12091 and 12092 and is supplied in English, French, German, Spanish and Italian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin:25px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/celestron-site-support-files.s3.amazonaws.com\/support_files\/12090_12091_12092_NexStar_EVO_Telescopes_Series_Manual_5lang_Web.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 Evolution Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55642082247032,"sku":"12091-CGL","price":2379.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/01-celestron-nexstar-evolution-8-main.jpg?v=1787829029","url":"https:\/\/www.darkclearskies.co.uk\/products\/celestron-nexstar-evolution-8","provider":"Dark Clear Skies ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}