Celestron X-Cel LX 5mm 60° 1.25″ eyepiece

Celestron X-Cel LX 5mm 60° (1.25″) - extreme detail with high magnification

The X-Cel LX series eyepieces from the renowned Celestron brand are designed with quality, comfort and image sharpness in mind. The 5 mm model is the ideal choice for close-up viewing of the Moon, planets or when observing binary stars in very good atmospheric conditions.

Key Features:

• Focal length: 5 mm - suitable for very high magnification.

• Field of view: 60° wide - provides an immersive image without the "tunnel" effect.

• Clamping diameter: 1.25″ - compatible with most common astronomical telescopes.

• Large eye relief (16 mm) - comfortable viewing even with glasses.

• Multiple anti-reflective layers (fully multi-coated) - ensure maximum light transmission and sharp, high-contrast images.

• Foldable eyepiece - for comfortable fitting of the eye, adjustable for viewing with glasses.

• Robust metal body with rubberized surface - durable and pleasant to the touch, with a good grip even with gloves.

Recommendations for use:

The 5 mm eyepiece is ideal for:

• Refractors (e.g. 90/900, 102/660, 100/1000) - offers maximum possible magnification, especially suitable for planetary observations.

• Newtonian telescopes (e.g. 130/650, 150/750, 200/1000) - excellent for observing Saturn's ring, detailed structures on Mars or the moons of Jupiter.

• Catadioptric systems (e.g. Celestron C6, C8) - allow extreme magnification, also suitable for separating close binaries.

Note: 5mm focal length is more demanding for atmospheric quality. It works best in calm air (good "seeing") and accurately aligned optics.

Comparison with other focal lengths of the X-Cel LX series:

• 7mm - slightly lower magnification, suitable for more versatile use.

• 9 mm - a compromise between magnification and comfort, excellent for longer observation.

• 25 mm or more - suitable for wide-angle views of star clusters, nebulae or object searches.