Celestron Advanced VX 8" EdgeHD Telescope
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Celestron Advanced VX 8" EdgeHD Telescope
Precision Astrophotography Starts Here
The Advanced VX 8" EdgeHD pairs Celestron’s revolutionary flat-field EdgeHD optics with their versatile and portable Advanced VX German equatorial mount. This setup delivers exceptional imaging and observing performance—ideal for deep-sky astrophotography or serious visual astronomy in a compact and travel-friendly package.
Key Features
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EdgeHD 8” f/10 Optical Tube
203.2mm (8") aperture with fully corrected EdgeHD optics and StarBright XLT coatings for bright, sharp, and coma-free images. -
Advanced VX German Equatorial Mount
Compact, rigid, and capable of carrying up to 30 lbs of imaging gear. Designed for portability without sacrificing tracking performance. -
Multiple Imaging Configurations
Shoot at native f/10, f/7 with an optional focal reducer, or ultra-fast f/2 with Fastar/HyperStar compatibility. -
Astroimaging Features Built In
Includes PEC, autoguider port, wide latitude adjustment, and the ability to image across the meridian. -
Included Accessories
40mm Plössl eyepiece, 1.25” star diagonal, 9x50 finderscope, counterweight, NexStar+ hand control, and more.
EdgeHD Optics
The EdgeHD system delivers aberration-free, flat-field performance across the entire image sensor—even on today's largest chips. Unlike traditional Schmidt-Cassegrains, the EdgeHD eliminates both field curvature and off-axis coma, making it an astrograph-quality optic straight out of the box.
EdgeHD technology ensures pinpoint stars to the edge of the frame—whether you're imaging or using wide-field eyepieces.
Mount Performance: Advanced VX
The Advanced VX mount offers features normally reserved for observatory-class setups:
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30 lb payload capacity (not including counterweights)
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All-Star Polar Alignment and PPEC
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GoTo tracking via NexStar+ hand control
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Dual saddle plate compatible with CG-5 and CGE-style dovetails
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Sturdy tripod with 2” steel legs for excellent stability
Imaging Versatility
Choose the configuration that fits your imaging style:
| Configuration | f/Stop | Use Case |
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| Native | f/10 | Planetary or high-magnification imaging |
| With Focal Reducer (optional) | f/7 | Faster deep-sky imaging |
| With Fastar/HyperStar | f/2 | Ultra-fast, wide-field imaging |
Software Included
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CPWI Control Suite
A complete PC-based astronomy software with graphical planetarium interface, PointXP modelling, and ASCOM compatibility. -
Starry Night Special Edition
Plan observing sessions, explore star charts, and control your telescope via computer.
Optical Tube Specifications
| Optical Design | EdgeHD |
| Aperture | 203.2mm (8") |
| Focal Length | 2032mm (f/10) |
| Coatings | StarBright XLT |
| Magnification (included eyepiece) | 51x |
| Max Useful Magnification | 480x |
| Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 14 |
| Resolution (Rayleigh/Dawes) | 0.69"/0.57" |
| Secondary Obstruction | 64mm (31% by diameter) |
| Optical Tube Weight | 14 lbs (6.35 kg) |
| Length | 432mm (17") |
| Dovetail | CG-5 style |
Mount Specifications
| Mount Type | Computerised German Equatorial |
| Payload Capacity | 30 lbs (13.6 kg) |
| Height Adjustment | 1118–1626mm (44–64") |
| Latitude Adjustment | 7°–77° |
| Tripod Leg Diameter | 50.8mm (2") |
| Tracking Modes | EQ North / EQ South |
| Slew Speed | Up to 4°/second |
| Periodic Error Correction | Yes |
| Power Requirements | 12V DC, 3.5A |
| Ports | USB, autoguider, 3 AUX |
| Hand Control | NexStar+ with 40,000+ object database |
Included Items
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8" EdgeHD Optical Tube
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Advanced VX Mount Head
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Steel Tripod
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40mm Eyepiece
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1.25” Star Diagonal
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9x50 Finderscope
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12 lb Counterweight
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NexStar+ Hand Control
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Accessory Tray & Holster
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DC Power Cable
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Software Downloads (Starry Night & CPWI)
Total Kit Weight
61 lbs (27.67 kg)
Solar Safety Warning
Never observe the Sun without a certified solar filter. Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result. Always supervise telescope use around children.
Item #: 12031 / 12031-CGL
Model: Advanced VX 8" EdgeHD Computerised Telescope Kit
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