Celestron X-CEL LX eyepiece with 5 mm focal length, 1-inch barrel, and 60° apparent field – ideal for detailed planetary observations with your telescope.
Celestron Eyepiece X-CEL LX 5 mm – High-Quality Wide-Angle Eyepiece
The Celestron X-CEL LX eyepiece with 5 mm focal length and 60° apparent field of view enables detailed planetary and lunar observations. It fits telescopes with 1-inch barrel diameter.
5 mm focal length delivers high magnification for planetary observation – captures fine details on Jupiter, Saturn, and Mars.
60° apparent field of view provides a wide, immersive viewing experience without a tunnel effect.
Dust caps protect the optics during storage and transport.
What sets the X-CEL LX apart
The X-CEL LX series from Celestron offers solid build quality and good color correction in a compact design. The 5 mm eyepiece produces sharp, high-contrast images even in challenging light conditions.
Ideal for...
Amateur astronomers focusing on observing planets, double stars, and the Moon. Also suitable for beginners with a telescope of at least 70 mm aperture.
How to use the eyepiece
Insert the eyepiece into your telescope's focuser and secure it with the thumbscrew. Use the 5 mm focal length for high magnifications and focus slowly for the sharpest image. Clean the lenses only with a soft cloth and avoid fingerprints.
Celestron is an American manufacturer of telescopes, binoculars, and optical accessories. Founded in 1960, the company is known for quality in amateur astronomy. Celestron products are valued by hobby astronomers worldwide.
It is an astronomical eyepiece with a 5 mm focal length and 60° apparent field of view, designed for telescopes with a 1-inch barrel diameter.
The eyepiece fits all telescope focusers with a 1-inch (24.5 mm) barrel, corresponding to the standard 1.25-inch format. It is compatible with most telescopes on the market.
The apparent field of view indicates how wide the visible image section appears through the eyepiece. 60° is considered a wide field, offering an immersive observation experience without a tunnel effect.
No, the package includes only the eyepiece itself and two dust caps for the lenses. No adapter is included.
Store the eyepiece in its protective case and clean the lenses only with a soft, lint-free cloth. For heavier soiling, use special optical cleaning products. Avoid fingerprints.
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