Optional Accessories

Celestron offers a full line of optional accessories for your telescope. Please refer to the Celestron Accessory Catalog (#93685) for a complete description, or logon to our web site at www.celestron.com.

Eyepieces – An assortment of 1¼” eyepieces are available to give you a wide range of magnifications.

•OMNI Plössl - Plössl eyepieces have a 4-element lens designed for low-to-high power observing. The Plössls offer razor sharp views across the entire field, even at the edges! In the 1-1/4" barrel diameter, they are available in the following focal lengths: 4mm, 6mm, 9mm, 12.5mm, 15mm, 20mm, 25mm, 32mm and 40mm.

•Ultima – Ultima is not really a design, but a trade name for our 5-element, wide field eyepieces. In the 1-1/4” barrel diameter, they are available in the following focal lengths: 5mm, 7.5mm, 10mm, 12.5mm, 18mm, 24mm, 30mm, 35mm, and 42mm. These eyepieces are all parfocal. The 35mm Ultima gives the widest possible field of view with a 1-1/4” diagonal.

Filters, Eyepiece - To enhance your visual observations of solar system objects, Celestron offers a wide range of colored eyepiece filter sets that thread into the 1-1/4" oculars. Available sets are:

#94119-10 – Orange, Light Blue, ND13%T, Polarizing (#s 21, 80A, 96ND-13, Polarizing) #94119-20 - Deep Yellow, Red, Light Green, ND25% T (#s 12, 25, 56, 96ND-25) #94119-30 - Light Red, Blue, Green, ND50% T (#s 23A, 38A, 58, 96ND-50)

#94119-40 - Yellow, Deep Yellow, Violet, Pale Blue (#s 8, 15, 47, 82A)

Flashlights - #93588 LED (light emitting diode) flashlights conveniently allow you to read star maps without diminishing your night vision. Feature adjustable brightness and is lightweight.

Light Pollution Reduction (LPR) Filter (#94126A) - A 1¼” filter that threads into a 1¼” eyepiece, designed to enhance your views of deep-sky astronomical objects when observed from urban areas. The LPR filter selectively reduces the transmission of certain wavelengths of light, specifically those produced by artificial lights. This includes mercury, and high and low pressure sodium vapor lights. Additionally, it blocks unwanted natural light (also known as sky glow).

Sky Maps (#93722) – When learning the night sky, Celestron Sky Maps offer just the guidance you need. The maps show all the constellations and brighter deep-sky objects and are printed on heavy, moisture-resistant paper for durability. The front cover features a rotating planisphere, indicating when specific constellations are visible.

Peterson First Guides® - Astronomy (#93728)

A simplified field guide to the stars, the planets and the universe featuring full color maps showing the positions of the stars throughout the year. This useful guide also includes beautiful constellation paintings, photographs, and clear, concise descriptions of stars, the planets, the sun, the moon, comets, black holes, galaxies and more.

60EQ specifications

The Celestron 60EQ is a well-regarded telescope that brings the wonders of the night sky within reach of both amateur astronomers and budding stargazers. This entry-level telescope is known for its simplicity and functionality, making it an excellent choice for those who are just starting to explore astronomy.

One of the main features of the Celestron 60EQ is its 60mm aperture, which provides a bright and clear view of celestial objects. The telescope is equipped with a refractor design, using lenses to gather and focus light. This type of design is known for producing sharp images and minimal chromatic aberration, which means that the colors you see in the sky will be vibrant and accurate.

The Celestron 60EQ comes with a smooth-operating equatorial mount, which is a significant advantage for tracking celestial objects. The equatorial design allows users to align the telescope with the Earth's rotational axis, making it easier to follow objects as they move across the sky. This feature is particularly beneficial when observing objects like the Moon, planets, and some brighter deep-sky objects.

In terms of accessories, the 60EQ typically includes a set of eyepieces that provide varying magnifications, allowing users to zoom in on different celestial features. The telescope may also come with a finderscope, which is a small, low-power telescope mounted on the main scope to help locate objects in the night sky more easily.

Another noteworthy aspect of the Celestron 60EQ is its portability. Weighing in at a manageable size, it can easily be transported for backyard stargazing or trips to darker skies. This makes it a fantastic option for families or individuals who want to explore new areas while enjoying astronomical phenomena.

The telescope’s construction includes sturdy materials that ensure durability, enhancing its lifespan. The user-friendly design caters to beginners by offering straightforward setup procedures, making it accessible for those without prior experience.

Overall, the Celestron 60EQ showcases significant features and characteristics that make it a solid choice for beginner astronomers. Its combination of a reliable aperture, equatorial mount, and user-friendly design provides an engaging and rewarding stargazing experience, paving the way for a lifelong passion for exploring the universe.