Celestron SC 152/1500 NexStar 6 SE GoTo

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CELESTRON-1521500-2

With computerized alt-azimuth movement, the Celestron SC 152/1500 NexStar 6 SE GoTo combines a 152mm Schmidt-Cassegrain with 1500mm focal length and an integrated equatorial tilt wedge.

  • 152mm aperture provides 0.76-arcsecond resolution
  • 1500mm focal length uses f/9.87 optics
  • NexStar SE mount provides computerized movement
  • 25mm eyepiece and Starry Night software included
  • Integrated wedge supports equatorial alignment
  • 12V DC power uses 8x AA batteries
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Description

High-contrast computerized observation begins with the Celestron SC 152/1500 NexStar 6 SE GoTo, a 6-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope with a 1500 mm focal length and listed f/10 optical ratio. Its NexStar SE computerized alt-azimuth mount includes a single-fork arm, built-in equatorial wedge, NexStar+ hand controller, SkyAlign system, StarBright XLT optical coatings, StarPointer finder, 25 mm eyepiece, star diagonal, steel tripod, and accessory tray for guided lunar, planetary, and deep-sky observation.

The official configuration provides sidereal, solar, and lunar tracking modes with a 25 mm eyepiece delivering the listed 60x magnification, while the built-in wedge provides an equatorial tracking option for compatible longer-exposure applications. The aluminum Schmidt-Cassegrain tube uses internal focusing and Fastar and HyperStar compatibility, giving the system a broad accessory path for supported observation and imaging configurations.

Key Features of Celestron SC 152/1500 NexStar 6 SE GoTo

This computerized Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope combines a 152 mm aperture with a 1500 mm focal length, StarBright XLT coatings, NexStar SE motorized control, SkyAlign alignment, built-in equatorial wedge, Fastar compatibility, StarPointer finder, 25 mm eyepiece, star diagonal, and steel tripod.

  • 152 mm Schmidt-Cassegrain optical system
  • 1500 mm focal length with listed f/10 optical ratio
  • Computerized NexStar SE alt-azimuth single-fork mount
  • Built-in manual equatorial wedge
  • StarBright XLT optical coatings
  • NexStar+ hand controller and SkyAlign technology
  • Fastar and HyperStar compatible tube
  • 25 mm eyepiece, finder, diagonal, tripod, and tray

Computerized Lunar and Planetary Tracking

The supplied application focuses on automated tracking of lunar terrain, planetary surfaces, star clusters, and selected deep-sky targets, with the 1500 mm focal length supporting the long-focus Schmidt-Cassegrain format while the NexStar SE mount provides electronic positioning and the built-in wedge offers the listed equatorial tracking option.

Why Choose Celestron SC 152/1500 NexStar 6 SE GoTo

This model is a suitable choice when a buyer wants a 6-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain with StarBright XLT coatings, computerized NexStar control, SkyAlign setup, a built-in wedge, Fastar compatibility, long focal length, 25 mm eyepiece, finder, tripod, and star diagonal for guided planetary and deep-sky observation.

  • StarBright XLT optics with a 6-inch catadioptric tube
  • NexStar computerized mount with SkyAlign and wedge support
  • 25 mm eyepiece, diagonal, finder, tripod, tray, and controller included

Celestron 2-Year Limited Warranty

The official Celestron product information lists a 2-year warranty for this telescope, and buyers should review the current US warranty terms, electronics coverage, hand-controller support, optical coverage, registration requirements, wedge-related conditions, and authorized service process before purchasing this NexStar 6SE system.

Celestron SC 152/1500 NexStar 6 SE GoTo Specs

BrandCelestron
Full Model CodeCelestron NexStar 6SE (11068)
Country of OriginUnited States / China
Optical DesignSchmidt-Cassegrain (Catadioptric Core)
Aperture152 mm (5.98 inches)
Focal Length1500 mm
Focal Ratiof/9.87
Optical CoatingsPremium StarBright XLT High-Transmission Coatings
Secondary Mirror Obstruction55.88 mm
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter37%
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area14%
Resolving Power0.76 Arcseconds (Dawes), 0.91 Arcseconds (Rayleigh)
Limiting Visual Magnitude13.4
Highest Useful Magnification354x
Lowest Useful Magnification22x
Optical Tube MaterialAluminum
Focuser Style & MechanismInternal Primary Mirror Focus Assembly
Mirror Lock MechanismNo (Fastar and HyperStar Compatible)
Optical Tube Dimensions184 mm x 406.4 mm
Optical Tube Weight3.63 kg (8.0 lbs) - Tube Only
Mount Attachment TypeNexStar SE Computerized Alt-Azimuth Single-Fork Arm Mount with Integrated Manual Equatorial Tilt Wedge
Finder Scope SpecificationStarPointer Red Dot Finder
Included Accessories25mm Plossl Eyepiece (60x), 90-Degree Star Diagonal (1.25-inch), NexStar+ Hand Controller with SkyAlign 40000-Object Database, Steel Tripod with Built-In Wedge, Accessory Tray, Starry Night Basic Edition Software
Power Requirements12V DC via 8x AA batteries or optional external AC-DC adapter
Standard Warranty2-Year Limited Warranty
ApplicationAutomated motorized target alignment and high-contrast solar system exploration, utilizing a 6-inch high-transmission catadioptric barrel with an electronic tracking tracking deck to trace planetary nodes.

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