Orion VX10 250/1200 Newtonian OTA

Description

Discover faint Messier objects and resolve deep-sky star clusters with the Orion VX10 250/1200 Newtonian OTA precision aluminum reflector optical tube assembly. Crafted in the United Kingdom by Orion Optics UK, this fast f/4.8 telescope features a 250mm (9.84 inches) aperture and a 1200mm focal length, delivering 0.46 arcsecond Dawes resolving power and reaching magnitude 13.8.

The Orion VX10 250/1200 Newtonian OTA utilizes a precision-annealed Suprax parabolic primary mirror verified by a 1/6 PV Zygo wavefront report, treated with 97% reflective Hilux multi-layer coatings. Its roll-formed heavy-gauge aluminum cylinder shell features cast alloy end rings, a CNC-machined 9-point mirror cell with micro-adjusting collimation bolts, and a 2-inch dual-speed ACU-2S Crayford focuser. Weighing 11.00 kg (24.25 lbs), this 10-inch reflector OTA provides rigid optical performance.

Key Features of Orion VX10 250/1200 Newtonian OTA

Engineered for deep-sky imaging and comprehensive visual astronomy sweeps, this 10-inch Orion Optics UK Newtonian OTA combines 1/6 PV Suprax optics with a sturdy aluminum tube. Its 2-inch ACU-2S dual-speed focuser and 9-point primary cell capture low-magnitude light signatures with exceptional clarity.

• 250mm (9.84 inches) aperture with 1200mm focal length and versatile f/4.8 optical speed
• Precision-annealed Suprax primary mirror with certified 1/6 PV Zygo wavefront rating
• Hilux multi-layer reflective coatings delivering 97% total optical reflectivity
• 63mm planar secondary mirror obstruction (25.20% diameter, 6.35% area)
• 2-inch dual-speed ACU-2S Crayford focuser with 10:1 micro-focus drive reduction
• Roll-formed heavy-gauge aluminum cylinder shell with cast alloy end rings
• CNC-machined 9-point primary cell featuring micro-adjusting collimation bolts
• CNC aluminum support rings, dovetail mounting rail, and Zygo test report included

1/6 PV Zygo-Verified Suprax Parabolic Optics

The 1/6 PV Suprax parabolic primary mirror gathers ample light while eliminating spherical aberration across wide fields of view. With a 2-inch ACU-2S focuser and 97% Hilux coatings, this 10-inch Orion Newtonian OTA supports magnifications from 36x up to 500x.

2-Inch ACU-2S Dual-Speed Focuser & Aluminum Shell

Delicate focus control is essential for deep-space observing and planetary framing. The Orion VX10 features a 2-inch ACU-2S Crayford focuser with 10:1 micro-reduction for smooth, backlash-free focusing. Its roll-formed aluminum tube with cast alloy end rings provides durable structural rigidity and dependable collimation retention under dark skies.

• 2-inch dual-speed ACU-2S Crayford focuser with 10:1 planetary micro-reduction
• Roll-formed heavy-gauge aluminum tube shell with cast alloy reinforcement rings
• CNC-machined aluminum support rings fastened to a heavy dovetail mounting bar

Orion Optics UK VX10 Warranty

The Orion VX10 250/1200 Newtonian OTA is manufactured in the United Kingdom and backed by a 1-year limited warranty. The complete factory shipment package contains the 250mm Suprax Newtonian optical tube assembly, CNC tube rings, dovetail rail, 2-inch ACU-2S focuser, and a certified 1/6 PV Zygo wavefront verification report.