Vintage celestron c8 These screws can be either Allen or slotted. Knobs for C8 f/10 Pre-1980 Orange-Tube Secondary Part: C8org Fits: Pre-1980 Celestron 8” (20 cm) f/10 SCT with orange optical tube and factory set-style collimation screws. So, hello everybody! I need advice. The Super C8 was an Feb 10, 2009 · 1980 Vintage Celestron 8 - posted in Classic Telescopes: Not exactly a classicbut I have an orange tube C8 that I bought in 1980. Its in excellent shape and the optics are as clear as a SCT bought today and it collumnates perfectly. The few times I used them, my experience with the other eye pieces was probably affected by bad skies and my own unclear expectations, since I have almost Get the best deals for Celestron Telescope C8 at eBay. So I started my quest to figure out how to collimate mine. 1988 celestron C8 Powerstar 4 Telescope. Ive heard that some of these vintage C8s had poor optics. Jun 27, 2022 · Celestron C8 Rebuild - posted in Classic Telescopes: I have an early C8 I picked up from my dad recently. The telescope excels in solar system observation and is capable of astrophotography, making it popular among astronomers of all levels. Unfortunately a previous owner gutted the drive mechanism, looks like all that is left is the main gear inside. This one has the special coatings. Vintage Celestron International C90 1000mm F/11 Telescope W/ Hard Case. 25” eyepiece and f/6. It was introduced in 1985, back in the days when Celestron was an American owned and operated company in Torrance, California, USA and Alan Hale was the President We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. I beleive it is early to mid 70s. These specs were standard when the orange tube was a new scope but by 1990 this was old school and Celestron had evolved to Nov 3, 2019 · Page 1 of 3 - Which tripod are you using for the classic orange tube c8? - posted in Classic Telescopes: So I have this classic orange tube c8 now and was wondering what you guys are using for a tripod. Its the scope I grew up with. Mar 4, 2011 · Celestron C8 Overview and History. Some backstory: My C8 is Celestron Super C8 Plus. These are the original C8's made and marketed by Celestron from 1970 until 1983 when they were s Nov 22, 2019 · Cleaning corrector plate/mirror on vintage Celestron C8 - posted in Classic Telescopes: I have found a number of posts and YT videos on the subject of cleaning the optics on SCs. A. So I was chatting with a CL member and he suggested that a well collimated scope is worth its weight in gold. Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain; Aperture: 200mm (8″) Aug 20, 2020 · Addeddate 2020-08-20 18:52:31 Identifier manualsbase-id-606451 Identifier-ark ark:/13960/t7hr3c74q Ocr ABBYY FineReader 11. Thanks for the reply. In the base itself is a matching male panel mount jack. It includes the finder, OTA front cover, right angle EP holder, erecting lens, wedge, tripod (not original - maker unknown), and Celestron Quartz Drive Control System with hand controller and manual. Celestron General Catalog June-1974 [this is the "original controversial" version] Celestron Comet Catcher Literature "1980s" stargazerslounge. Illustration courtesy of Celestron International. Updated 3/4/11, 3/7/11 . Around 1990 Celestron introduced a basic model much like the old orange tube from the early days, a retro with AC drive and a 6X30mm finder and lightweight fork. The tube is in excellent condition and the optics appear to be in OK condition but could probably use some TLC. In this forum I'd like to explain the 5 differences between the celestron c8 from the 70s (1970-1982) and the second generacion the Super C8 (1983-1990). This is an early C8 from the 1970-1982 in the classic orange finish. Mar 19, 2012 · Vintage Celestron C-8 - posted in Classic Telescopes: I picked up this Celestron C-8 this evening locally and Im a bit stumped on how old this one is. I'm the second owner of this vintage Celestron C8 and would like to see it go to a buyer who may enjoy the beauty and character of these early reflectors. We have a great online selection at the lowest prices with Fast & Free shipping on many items! Celestron Telescope C8 for sale | eBay New Listing 1984 Celestron Super C8 Plus Telescope . 0 (Extended OCR). I think Celestron also did a run of white Orion-branded scopes for the retailer. The Super C8 Plus was the ultimate incarnation of Celestron's famous C8 Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope (SCT). Jun 26, 2019 · Celestron C8 vintage - posted in Classic Telescopes: I picked up a classic Celestron C8 with a Byers drive, and all I got was the OTA and forks, was wondering if I could mount the scope on a Meade tripod with a Meade wedge? Sorry if it is a lame question, but I already have a Meade tripod and a LX90 and would like to get a basic manual search OTA for my son interested in astronomy. Started by rjcarlisle , Jan 29 2022 08:40 PM. These connectors were common of the era; they are Cinch-Jones type 302 polarized 2-pin connector. The Celestron C8 is a Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope with an 8-inch (203 mm) aperture and 2032 mm focal length. A modern (2010 NexStar version) Celestron C8 depending on vintage. Its in excellent condition, the corrector plate could use a cleaning, but otherwise its excellent. Thanks. 1 degrees when using either a 2” wide-angle ocular or 1. It was stated that as they assembled the C8’s it took about three days worth of testing to find an “A” graded piece. It has what looks like a factory original large knurled focuser around the visual back threads. I would like to fix it up but not sure how easy that will be since there is a few key items missing from it. We have a great online selection at the lowest prices with Fast & Free shipping on many items! Celestron C8 for sale | eBay Apr 22, 2022 · Celestron C8, 1976 power cord - posted in Classic Telescopes: This is the power cord input to the base of my C8. [probably preliminary] Celestron C5-8 manual 1971 Apr 29, 2019 · Collimating Celestron C8 SCT - posted in Cats & Casses: I am hoping to get some life-saving advice about how to collimate my C8 (1983 vintage, I think). The RA motors track well. Most were probably “B”, and if they fell into “C” they were sent back. Pre-Owned. I've had a few that work great with the 12V input but all show the same unstable signal when using the 120V input. Jan 13, 2022 · 1982 Celestron 8 orange tube value? - posted in Classic Telescopes: I have a 1982 Celestron 8 orange tube scope with a wedge and matching orange dew shield with all the original wires and details: original eyepieces, diagonal, finder, screws, etc. There’s a thread somewhere about hand picked optics from Celestron. Oct 24, 2012 · Page 1 of 2 - Celestron Classic 8 - posted in Classic Telescopes: I didnt know Celestron made a Classic 8. Vintage Celestron SS50 D-50mm Spotting Scope, works excellent, great condition. Most were used on the vintage orange tube Celestron, mostly C8, may have some come with an orange C5. Knobs: Black plastic, 13 mm (1/2”) diameter Threads: Black anodized aluminum alloy Notes: Apr 28, 2019 · It seems that these vintage drive correctors have a common problem. I mainly use this scope with binoviewers to observe planets and the Moon. Apr 30, 2021 · Original Celestron C8 telescope? - posted in Classic Telescopes: This is my first time (technically second) ever posting on CloudyNights forums. Celestron. Opens in a new window or tab. Im doing a check on the jack and plug as a general refurbishment of this 45 year-old equipment and I might consider replacing the Celestron C8 XLT Review. Recently, I saw an ad go up for a Celestron C8 orange tube, supposedly vintage (thats what Ive heard, at least) and its going for around 450 dollars, tripod included. Maybe get a wedge later. Get the best deals for Celestron C8 at eBay. Jan 12, 2021 · Celestron C5-8 Manual Jan-1978; Celestron Schmidt Cameras June-1982; Also. Celestron Super C8+ Schmidt-Cassegrain Specifications and Features. It features a multi-coated optical assembly, weighs 18 pounds (8. It comes in a suit case, I think it might be original. 3 reducer, which is quite a bit smaller than the field of view that can be achieved with an 8-10” Dobsonian telescope. Will the mirror have degraded over that many years? Not being an expert Aug 26, 2022 · It would go on any mount such as the AVX or the EQ-5 Synscan, but the Celestron SE or Evolution mounts commonly bundled with a C8 nowadays occasionally come up for sale. People really enjoy the stereoscopic views. This setup is a real hit at star parties. com which contains a thread attachment for the earliest C5-8 manual I've seen. After several articles and multiple videos I am more confused than ever Apr 2, 2020 · Both seem to have the same sharp image. The tube is a textured white and Jan 29, 2022 · Vintage? C8. Serial number is I’ve been very satisfied with this C8’s optics. I had previously owned an excellent Astro Systems 8” Newtonian on a massive equatorial mount, but I rarely used it because it was so time consuming to take out and set up. com. Oct 2, 2006 · Celestron C8 - The Telescope to Own When You Can Own Just One I must admit that I have 3 Cats, all from the same manufacturer: a C90 (older rubber coated, Starbright Coatings), a Celestron Pacifitc C5 (Orange, Special Coatings), and a C8 (black, Star Bright Coatings) and I have only had one other scope, a 80mm refractor. Mar 31, 2021 · A quick show and tell of this 1980 Orange Tube Celestron 8. By Ed Ting . I want to just get it up off the table and use it as an alt az. Meade had issues as well. An original orange-tube Celestron C8 was my second ‘serious’ scope, bought new in 1980. 2 kg), and comes mounted on an aluminum tripod. Feb 6, 2024 · What can you see? The C8 XLT telescope offers a maximum unvignetted field of view of 1. 1- The motor Drive: the introduction of the byers worng gear drive 2- the wedge: more solid, strong and easier to use. Was just wondering if any owners/previous owners of a C8 could point me in the direction of a tutorial that they found to be helpful in cleaning the optics on some of the older/vintage scopes. jfyuydqwtpuzcnfwswjdtphrkgvwhlzxmxlyzzdareeytlvfumuecdbtyvpdgcvvm