With maximum practical visual power of 600x, a Series 5000 26mm 5-Element Plossl eyepiece, and 8x50mm viewfinder, this scope is both versatile and powerful. Primary and secondary mirrors are crafted from durable Pyrex glass, and the correcting plate and lens are made of water-white glass. The Ultra-High Transmission Coatings increase total light transmission and image brightness by up to 20 percent in comparison to standard coatings, making stars and nebulae appear significantly brighter.
This professional-grade telescope is crafted at Meade's state-of-the-art facility in Irvine, California. Originally founded in 1972 as a small start-up, Meade Instruments Corporation is a world leader in both the design and manufacturing of telescopes for amateur astronomers. Meade combines innovation, technological advances, and a commitment to customer satisfaction, product quality, and value.
