Celestron LCM 114 Reflector Telescope
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The Celestron LCM 114 is a computerised Newtonian reflector telescope featuring a motorised GoTo mount that can automatically locate and track thousands of celestial objects. With a 114mm aperture and 1000mm focal length, it offers solid light-gathering capability for exploring planets, star clusters, and nebulae. The built-in hand controller and SkyAlign alignment technology make it accessible for beginners while still offering enough performance to satisfy intermediate stargazers.
Key Features & Specs
| Aperture | 114mm (4.5 inch) primary mirror for good light collection and detail on bright deep-sky objects |
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| Focal Length | 1000mm focal length giving a focal ratio of f/8.77, well-suited for lunar and planetary viewing |
| Mount Type | Computerised altitude-azimuth GoTo mount with motorised two-axis tracking and 4,000+ object database |
| Alignment | SkyAlign system allows quick three-star alignment without prior astronomy knowledge |
| Included Eyepieces | Two eyepieces (25mm and 9mm) providing low and higher magnification views out of the box |
| Power | Requires 8 AA batteries or optional AC adapter; no external power pack included |
| Weight | Approximately 5.9 kg for the optical tube and mount, reasonably portable for home and travel use |
Best for: Beginner to intermediate astronomers who want a capable reflector telescope with automated object-finding technology to take the guesswork out of navigating the night sky.