The LX600 with Super Giant Field Tripod. The fast f/8 Advanced Coma-Free (ACF™) optical system produces a wider, flatter field with no coma for pinpoint stars out to the edge when using large image sensors and extreme wide-angle eyepieces. The 16" LX600 includes the patented Starlock auto-guiding system for automatic full-time guiding with one arc-second precision under good seeing conditions, zero image-shift focuser, AutoStar II GOTO system with over 145,000 object library, and much more.
The Meade 16" LX600 has our fast f/8 ACF™ optics 3251mm focal length) and Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC™) for maximum image brightness and contrast. The redesigned mirror mounting system achieves zero-image shift when focusing eliminating the need for re-centering your object and includes an internal Crayford-style focuser with two speed, 7:1 reduction control that allows for quick and easy adjustments.
The massive 16" LX600 dual fork mount features 11" main gears and boasts pointing accuracy of one arc-minute or better in High Precision Mode. This rock solid platform is sure to exceed the need for the most demanding applications.
The included Super Giant Field Tripod ensures a research grade foundation for this largest of the LX600 models and is remarkably transportable for an instrument of its size and specifications.
Includes StarLock- the revolutionary new technology that makes target acquisition on your imaging sensor and accurate guiding during exposures completely automatic.
The 16" LX600 Advanced Coma-Free comes fully equipped with AutoStar II keypad with 145,000 object library, Meade 2" Series 5000 diagonal with enhanced 99% reflectivity, Meade 2" PWA 28mm eyepiece, and 8x50 viewfinder with quick release bracket.
Power panel includes the following ports: 12V input, 12V output, illuminated reticle, handbox, RS-232 x1, StarLock, Aux, and Focuser.
Optical Tube with Split-Fork Arms: 190 lbs.
Drive Base with Split-Fork Arms: 112 lbs.
Approximate Shipping Weight: 374 lbs.
Meade LX600 ACF 16 inch F8 Telescope
- 16" f/8 Advanced Com- Free Optics | 3251mm focal length
- Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC™)
- Internal Zero Image-Shift Crayford-style Focuser
- StarLock automatic guider
- Super Giant Field Tripod
- AutoStar II GOTO system
Eyepieces Type
Series 5000 2" PWA 28mm Experience Level
Advanced Activity Astroimaging Type Advanced Coma-Free (ACF) Clear Aperture
16" Optical Design
Advanced Coma-Free (ACF) Optical Coatings
UHTC™ Focal Length
3251mm Focal Ratio f/8 Resolving Power
(Dawes' Limit)
.285 arcseconds OTA Cooling Fan Yes Oversized Primary Mirror
Yes Mirror Lock Yes Viewfinder 8x50mm with cross-hair reticle Eyepiece(s) Series 5000 2" PWA 28mm Focuser
Mechanism
Internal Crayford Style, Zero,
Image-Shift Primary Mirror
Focus with Dual Speed 7:1 Control
Diagonal Series 5000 2" Enhanced Diagonal Hand Controller
AutoStar® II Object Database 145,000 objects Pointing Precision
(High-Precision Mode)
+/- 1 arcminute Periodic Error
Correction
Both Axes Permanent
Periodic Error
Correction (PPEC)
Yes StarLock™ Yes Typical Guiding
Performance
with StarLock
< 1 arc-second Slow Motion
Controls
Mechanical & Electronic Slew Speeds RA and Dec: 0.01x to1.0x sidereal,
variable in 0.01x increments;
2x, 8x, 16x, 64x, 128x sidereal;
1°/sec. to 2°/sec.,
variable in 0.1° increments.
Tracking Rates Sidereal, Lunar, or custom-selected
from 2000 incremental rates
Control Panel 12v DC in, 12v DC out, Power,
Focuser, Reticle, Handbox
port, 2x computer connection
ports (RS232), 1 Aux guide port
Tripod Super Giant Field Tripod Power Source 12v DC, 5 amp Meade
Universal Power Supply
Batteries (User-Supplied) N/A GPS Receiver Yes Time Chip Yes Electronic
Focuser
Included Smart Mount™ Yes Smart Drive™ Yes Anti-vibration Pads
Included Assembled
Product Weight
Telescope Net Weight: 202 lbs.