10 best se telescopes

Telescopes open up a window to the cosmos, allowing us to explore distant celestial bodies. Let's delve into some aspects, including telescope accessories.

Telescope accessories play a crucial role in enhancing the overall stargazing experience.Eyepieces are fundamental, as they determine the magnification and field of view. Barlow lenses, which can be added to eyepieces, effectively increase magnification. Filters are valuable for observing specific features on planets or reducing light pollution.

Telescope and microscope accessories often overlap, especially when it comes to eyepieces and magnification tools. Microscope adapters enable telescopes to be used for terrestrial viewing or astrophotography.

In the broader context of cameras and electronics, telescopes with camera adapters or dedicated astrophotography capabilities have become increasingly popular. They allow enthusiasts to capture stunning images of the night sky, from the moon to deep-sky objects.

Telescopes themselves come in various types. Refracting telescopes use lenses to gather and focus light, while reflecting telescopes use mirrors. Compound telescopes, like Schmidt-Cassegrains, combine lenses and mirrors for a compact design with powerful magnification.

For electronic features, some telescopes offer motorized mounts that automatically track celestial objects. This feature, known as "GoTo," makes it easier for beginners to locate and observe specific stars, planets, or nebulae.

Telescopes play a vital role in both amateur astronomy and professional research. They offer a glimpse into the vastness of the universe and have the power to ignite curiosity and wonder. Anything specific you're interested in regarding telescopes or their accessories?

Below you can find our editor's choice of the best se telescopes on the market
  

T POWER 12V AC DC Car Charger Adapter Compatible with Celestron Telescope LCM, NexStar SLT, NexStar SE, SkyProdigy, Advanced, Advanced VX, CPC GPS XLT, CPC Deluxe HD Series Power Supply

T POWER

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Product description

T-Power Brand-new Input Voltage Range: AC 100V - 240V : Output 12V 5A (2.5A Compatible)



Delivers up to 5A @ 12 VDC, plenty of power to run our biggest mounts with heavy loads , Switching-type AC-to-DC power adapter provides more power with less weight than transformer-style power adapter



Compatible Telescopes : LCM , NexStar SLT , NexStar SE , SkyProdigy , Advanced , Advanced VX , CPC GPS XLT , CPC Deluxe HD Series



LCM Series, NexStar SLT Series, NexStar SE Series, SkyProdigy Series, Advanced Series, Advanced VX Series, CPC Series, CPC Deluxe HD Series, CPC Deluxe HD Series : LCM Series : 114LCM 90LCM 80LCM 60LCM NexStar SLT Series : 130SLT 102SLT 127SLT 90SLT NexStar SE Series : 4SE 5SE 6SE 8SE SkyProdigy Series : 6 90 130 Advanced VX Series : VX8 VX11 CPC Series : 800 1100 XLT CPC Deluxe HD Series : 800 1100 HD P/N SM030CU120250



Model: 22050 , 22051 , 31150 , 31151 , 22054 , 22087 , 22096 , 22097 , 31145 , 11049 , 11036 , 11068 , 11069 , 22201 , 22202 , 22203 , 31153 , 11076 , 11007 , 11008 , 11009 , 11073-XLT , 11074-XLT , 11075-XLT , 32054 , 12079 , 22020 , 32062 , 12026 , 12031 , 12046 , 12067

  • T-Power Car Charger / Brand-new Input Voltage Range: AC 100V - 240V (12V DC 1.5 Amp ~ 2A compatible)
  • Compatible Telescopes : LCM , NexStar SLT , NexStar SE , SkyProdigy , Advanced , Advanced VX , CPC GPS XLT , CPC Deluxe HD Series
  • LCM Series, NexStar SLT Series, NexStar SE Series, SkyProdigy Series, Advanced Series, Advanced VX Series, CPC Series, CPC Deluxe HD Series, CPC Deluxe HD Series : LCM Series : 114LCM 90LCM 80LCM 60LCM NexStar SLT Series : 130SLT 102SLT 127SLT 90SLT NexStar SE Series : 4SE 5SE 6SE 8SE SkyProdigy Series : 6 90 130 Advanced VX Series : VX8 VX11 CPC Series : 800 1100 XLT CPC Deluxe HD Series : 800 1100 HD P/N SM030CU120250
  • Model: 22050 , 22051 , 31150 , 31151 , 22054 , 22087 , 22096 , 22097 , 31145 , 11049 , 11036 , 11068 , 11069 , 22201 , 22202 , 22203 , 31153 , 11076 , 11007 , 11008 , 11009 , 11073-XLT , 11074-XLT , 11075-XLT , 32054 , 12079 , 22020 , 32062 , 12026 , 12031 , 12046 , 12067

SVBONY Red Dot Finder Scope Star Pointer for Celestron 80EQ 80DX 90DX SE SLT Astronomical Telescopes with Slide-in Bracket

SVBONY

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  • This red dot sight comes with an adjustable small red LED dot is projected onto a non-magnifying viewing window so you can aim the main telescope quickly and easily
  • Thumbwheels allow positioning of the red dot horizontally and vertically for precise telescope alignment
  • The star pointer brightness of the red dot is adjustable to suit your preference;it is bright enough to use during the day or night
  • Simple affordable and effective red dot sighting device makes aiming your telescope;suitable for Celestron 80EQ 80DX 90DX SE SLT OMNI series astronomical telescopes and so on
  • Includes bracket that fits the dovetail mounting base on many telescopes;with a long-last CR2032 3V battery to ensure working life

User questions & answers

Question: Does bracket require screws to mount it to existing dovetail? Are screws included
Answer: Dear friend, our product is not equipped with screws. There are two main ways to install and use this product: 1. The telescope has its own card slot track, which can be used to snap the product into the card slot track without using screws. 2. If you have a dovailtail mount, you can use this item directly. (There is a fixed screw on the tail plate) If you want to know more product details, please feel free to contact me at Amazon by email, I will try my best to answer your questions. Sincerely look forward to your email. Angela
Question: Does the brightness knob also power off the finder to save battery life
Answer: Yes it does
Question: I have a Celestron 51630 mounted to my scope. Will this attach directly o the Celestron mounting bracket
Answer: Dear customer , Thanks for your contact. Yes,you can. For accessories;we provide 2 months warranty;within 2 months;you can return for refund or replacement.If you have any other questions about warranty;please contact us freely;we will work with you win to win. If my reply still doesn't answer your question well or you want to know more details about this product,could you please contact us by message on Amazon? Because the customer's message can be seen in the first time on Amazon, and will solve the problem as soon as possible. Once I receive your response, I will try my best to answer your questions. Sincerely look forward to your reply. Best wishes ! Kelly
Question: Does it work with Meade Polaris
Answer: Yes, it can work with Meade Polaris 130.

Product features

Brightness Adjustment

---Simple and effective red dot sighting device for your telescope.

---The power knob is smooth and easy to use.

---The brightness of the star pointer red dot is adjustable to fit your different brightness situation; it is bright enough to use during the day or night.

Accurate Adjustment

---Adjust the finder so that the red dot is exactly on the object you were looking at.

---You can adjust the two larger wheels.

---The one on the right at the front (the left/right direction) and the one at the back (does the up and down).

Durable and Lightweight

---The red dot finder is made of plastic and metal, sturdy for your daily use.

---70g net weight will not be an extra burden for your devices.

---It comes with a long-last CR2032 3V battery to ensure long working life.

T-POWER 12V Ac Dc Adapter Charger fit Compatible with Celestron Telescope LCM , NexStar SLT , NexStar SE , SkyProdigy , Advanced , Advanced VX , CPC GPS XLT , CPC Deluxe HD Series Replacement Power Supply Cord

T-Power

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Product description

T-Power Brand-new Input Voltage Range: AC 100V - 240V : Output 12V 5A (2.5A Compatible)



Delivers up to 5A @ 12 VDC, plenty of power to run our biggest mounts with heavy loads , Switching-type AC-to-DC power adapter provides more power with less weight than transformer-style power adapter



Compatible Telescopes : LCM , NexStar SLT , NexStar SE , SkyProdigy , Advanced , Advanced VX , CPC GPS XLT , CPC Deluxe HD Series



LCM Series, NexStar SLT Series, NexStar SE Series, SkyProdigy Series, Advanced Series, Advanced VX Series, CPC Series, CPC Deluxe HD Series, CPC Deluxe HD Series : LCM Series : 114LCM 90LCM 80LCM 60LCM NexStar SLT Series : 130SLT 102SLT 127SLT 90SLT NexStar SE Series : 4SE 5SE 6SE 8SE SkyProdigy Series : 6 90 130 Advanced VX Series : VX8 VX11 CPC Series : 800 1100 XLT CPC Deluxe HD Series : 800 1100 HD P/N SM030CU120250



Model: 22050 , 22051 , 31150 , 31151 , 22054 , 22087 , 22096 , 22097 , 31145 , 11049 , 11036 , 11068 , 11069 , 22201 , 22202 , 22203 , 31153 , 11076 , 11007 , 11008 , 11009 , 11073-XLT , 11074-XLT , 11075-XLT , 32054 , 12079 , 22020 , 32062 , 12026 , 12031 , 12046 , 12067

  • T-Power Brand-new Input Voltage Range: AC 100V - 240V : Output 12V 5A (2.5A Compatible)
  • Delivers up to 5A @ 12 VDC, plenty of power to run our biggest mounts with heavy loads , Switching-type AC-to-DC power adapter provides more power with less weight than transformer-style power adapter
  • Compatible Telescopes : LCM , NexStar SLT , NexStar SE , SkyProdigy , Advanced , Advanced VX , CPC GPS XLT , CPC Deluxe HD Series
  • LCM Series, NexStar SLT Series, NexStar SE Series, SkyProdigy Series, Advanced Series, Advanced VX Series, CPC Series, CPC Deluxe HD Series, CPC Deluxe HD Series : LCM Series : 114LCM 90LCM 80LCM 60LCM NexStar SLT Series : 130SLT 102SLT 127SLT 90SLT NexStar SE Series : 4SE 5SE 6SE 8SE SkyProdigy Series : 6 90 130 Advanced VX Series : VX8 VX11 CPC Series : 800 1100 XLT CPC Deluxe HD Series : 800 1100 HD P/N SM030CU120250
  • Model: 22050 , 22051 , 31150 , 31151 , 22054 , 22087 , 22096 , 22097 , 31145 , 11049 , 11036 , 11068 , 11069 , 22201 , 22202 , 22203 , 31153 , 11076 , 11007 , 11008 , 11009 , 11073-XLT , 11074-XLT , 11075-XLT , 32054 , 12079 , 22020 , 32062 , 12026 , 12031 , 12046 , 12067

User questions & answers

Question: Does it work with the nexstar 8se
Answer: Sorry I don't know about that model. I know the product description lists several models it works for, mine among them, and it has worked perfectly for mine, haven't had any issues. You might contact seller.
Question: Will this work with the Celestron Ultima
Answer: Compatible Telescopes : LCM , NexStar SLT , NexStar SE , SkyProdigy , Advanced , Advanced VX , CPC GPS XLT , CPC Deluxe HD 22050 22051 31150 31151 22054 22087 22096 22097 31145 11049 11036 11068 11069 22201 22202 22203 31153 11076 11007 11008 11009 11073-XLT 11074-XLT 11075-XLT 32054 12079 22020 32062 12026 12031 12046 12067

Yosoo Health Gear Red Dot Finderscope, Star Pointer Viewfinder for 80EQ 80/90DX SE Telescope

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Product description

Features:

- Suitable for Celestron 80EQ SE SLT PS series andMeade infinity andPolaris and so on series astronomical telescope (Note: Meade Infinity Series: 80AZ 90AZ 102AZ and Polaris Series: 80EQ 90EQ not applicable)

- Simple, affordable, and effective red dot sighting device aiming your telescope.

- Have variable brightness levels, fully adjustable up and down, left and right.

- LED dot is projected onto a non-magnifying viewing window so you can aim the main telescope quickly and easily.

- Red dot finder scope top part can be removed and used as a replacement for many other red dot finders found on telescopes.

 

Specification:

Allow mounting with hole distances from 5/8 to 1 inch approx

Color: Black

Material: Plastic

Battery: CR2032 Button Battery But Not Included

Dimension: Approx. 115*70*40mm / 4.5*2.8*1.6in

Weight: Approx. 40g

 

Package List:

1 * Red Dot Finder Scope

  • [Red Dot Viewfinder]: Simple, affordable, and effective red dot sighting device makes aiming your telescope a cinch
  • [Wide Application]: Fit for Celestron 80EQ SE SLT PS series and Meade infinity and Polaris and so on series astronomical telescope (Note: Meade Infinity Series: 80AZ 90AZ 102AZ and Polaris Series: 80EQ 90EQ not applicable)
  • [Adjustable Brightness Levels]: Brightness of the red dot is adjustable to suit your preference; Requires CR-2032 lithium button-cell battery (Not Include)
  • [Specification]: Made of high quality plastic, this red dot finder scope allows mounting with hole distances from 5/8 to 1 inch; Compact size makes it can be easily attached to telescope
  • [100% Satisfaction]: If you have any question about this item, please feel free to contact us, we will help you within 24 hours on weekdays

Conlense Red Dot Viewfinder, Red Dot Viewfinder Star Finder Scope for Celestron 80EQ 80/90DX SE Astro Telescope

Product description

Features:

Mainly be fit for Celestron 80EQ SE SLT PS series and meade infinity and polaris and so on series astronomical telescope (Note: Meade Infinity Series: 80AZ 90AZ 102AZ and Polaris Series: 80EQ 90EQ not applicable)

Simple, affordable, and effective red dot sighting device aiming your telescope.

Have variable brightness levels, fully adjustable up and down, left and right.

LED dot is projected onto a non-magnifying viewing window so you can aim the main telescope quickly and easily.

Red dot finder scope top part can be removed and used as a replacement for many other red dot finders found on telescopes.



Specification:

Allow mounting with hole distances from 5/8 to 1 inch approx

Color: Black

Material: Plastic

Battery: CR2032 Button Battery But Not Included

Dimension: Approx. 115*70*40mm / 4.5*2.8*1.6in

Weight: Approx. 40g



Package List:

1 * Red Dot Finder Scope

Telescope in the picture is prop.

  • Mainly be fit for Celestron 80EQ SE SLT PS series and meade infinity and polaris and so on series astronomical telescope (Note: Meade Infinity Series: 80AZ 90AZ 102AZ and Polaris Series: 80EQ 90EQ not applicable)
  • Simple, affordable, and effective red dot sighting device aiming your telescope.
  • Have variable brightness levels, fully adjustable up and down, left and right.
  • LED dot is projected onto a non-magnifying viewing window so you can aim the main telescope quickly and easily.
  • Red dot finder scope top part can be removed and used as a replacement for many other red dot finders found on telescopes.

UL Listed 12V Power Cord for Celestron 18778 Telescope Charger Replacement AC/DC Adapter for Celestron NexStar SLT CPC SE Series 8SE 4SE SE4 6SE 5SE 90SLT LCM 90LCM 1100 Power Supply

PERFEIDY

Product description

UL LISTED 12V Power Cord, Energy Efficiency VI.

Power Supply Tested & Approved and Certified by UL.

Replacement power adaptor build in Short circuit/Over current/Over voltage/Over temperature protection, Safe charging for for Celestron 18778 Telescope listed below.

Compatible Models

12V Charger ONLY Compatible with Celestron 18778 Telescope, For Celestron LCM 60LCM 80LCM 90LCM 114LCM Series, For NexStar SLT 90SLT 102SLT 127SLT 130SLT Series, For NexStar SE 4SE SE4 5SE 6SE 8SE Series, For SkyProdigy Series 6 90 130, For Advanced VX VX8 VX11, For CPC Series Deluxe HD 800 1100 XLT.

Specifications

Input: AC 100-240Volts 50/60Hz.

Output: DC 12V.

Cable Length: 6.5ft/2M extra long power cord.

Weight: 3.3ounce.

Attentions

*Please DO NOT expose to liquids.

*Please DO NOT disassemble.

*Please DO NOT dropping.

*Please DO NOT put the power adapter for Celestron 18778 Telescope into extreme temperature.

*Temperature of the power cord will increase while charging your telescope.

What You Get

1 x Replacement power cord for Celestron 4SE Telescope, 30 days refund, 12 months exchange, Please feel free to contact us at anytime if you need any help while using this charger for Celestron 8SE Telescope.

  • 12V Charger ONLY Compatible with Celestron 18778 Telescope, For Celestron LCM 60LCM 80LCM 90LCM 114LCM Series, For NexStar SLT 90SLT 102SLT 127SLT 130SLT Series, For NexStar SE 4SE SE4 5SE 6SE 8SE Series, For SkyProdigy Series 6 90 130, For Advanced VX VX8 VX11, For CPC Series Deluxe HD 800 1100 XLT
  • UL LISTED Power Adaptor, Energy Efficiency VI, 12V Power Cord Tested & Approved and Certified by UL, Power adapter build in short circuit/Over current/Over voltage/Over temperature protection, Safe charging for Celestron 18778 Telescope listed above
  • AC/DC Power adapter has been tested multiple times and validated to ensure compatible with Celestron NexStar 6SE listed above
  • Input: AC 100V-240Volt, Output: DC 12V class 2 power supply, US standard wall plug, 6.5ft/2M extra long enough power cord
  • What You Get: 1 x Replacement power cord for Celestron 4SE Telescope, 30 days refund, 12 months exchange, Please feel free to contact us at anytime if you need any help while using this charger for Celestron SE4 Telescope

Product features

6.5FT Extra Long Power Cord

The AC adapter was made by high quality pure copper cord, Low resistivity, High strength and Tensile resistance, Cord shell was made of PVC material, Strong and Durable, Excellent electrical performance.

What You Get

1 * Replacement 12V AC Charger for for Celestron 4SE Telescope adapter.

COMPATIBLE MODELS

  • 12V Charger ONLY Compatible with Celestron 18778 Telescope, For Celestron LCM 60LCM 80LCM 90LCM 114LCM Series, For NexStar SLT 90SLT 102SLT 127SLT 130SLT Series, For NexStar SE 4SE SE4 5SE 6SE 8SE Series, For SkyProdigy Series 6 90 130, For Advanced VX VX8 VX11, For CPC Series Deluxe HD 800 1100 XLT
  • PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR MODEL LISTED ABOVE TO ENSURE COMPATIBILITY.

UL LISTED & Energy Efficiency VI & Multi-Protection

UL LISTED & Energy Efficiency VI, Power adaptor build in Short circuit/Over current/Over voltage/Over temperature protection, Safe charging for your devices.

Snap-in design, Durable and Reliable

The metal pin was in snap-in design, Don't need to worry the metal pin will be pull out while using this charger, Shell was made by premium and environmental material, Much more safer and reliable.

PERFEIDY, A Professional AC Adapter Supplier

PERFEIDY, A professional AC Adapter supplier, We are always focusing on offering a better AC Adapter for million electric devices.

DKKPIA) AC Adapter for Celestron Nexstar 5 SE Telescope Power Supply Cord Charger PSU

  • Highest quality generic Home/Travel/Wall Charger.
  • Input: 100-240v, 50-60Hz
  • Ensures a sophisticated circuit design with over-heated,over-current,over-charging protection. Safe design and high quality material ensures the charger's temperature maintaining at a low level for security charging.
  • The power adapter is very durable and easy to operate. It is with multi safety protection and secure to use. Higher energy efficiency, friendly to the earth.
  • Manufactured with the highest quality materials . 30 days money return guarantee,excellent service and 100% satisfaction!please rest assured purchase.

Socobeta Wide Range Star Finderscope Universal Star Finder Scope Wear-Resisting Telescope Accessories Viewfinder for 80EQ 80/90DX SE Astro Telescope

Socobeta

Product description

Features:

Mainly be fit for Celestron 80EQ SE SLT PS series and meade infinity and polaris and so on series astronomical telescope (Note: Meade Infinity Series: 80AZ 90AZ 102AZ and Polaris Series: 80EQ 90EQ not applicable) Simple, affordable, and effective red dot sighting device aiming your telescope. Have variable brightness levels, fully adjustable up and down, left and right. LED dot is projected onto a non-magnifying viewing window so you can aim the main telescope quickly and easily. Red dot finder scope top part can be removed and used as a replacement for many other red dot finders found on telescopes.

Specification:

Allow mounting with hole distances from 5/8 to 1 inch approx

Color: Black

Material: Plastic

Battery: CR2032 Button Battery But Not Included

Dimension: Approx. 115*70*40mm / 4.5*2.8*1.6in

Weight: Approx. 40g



Package List:

1 * Red Dot Finder Scope

Telescope in the picture is prop.



  • Mainly be fit for Celestron 80EQ SE SLT PS series and meade infinity and polaris and so on series astronomical telescope (Note: Meade Infinity Series: 80AZ 90AZ 102AZ and Polaris Series: 80EQ 90EQ not applicable)
  • LED dot is projected onto a non-magnifying viewing window so you can aim the main telescope quickly and easily.
  • Simple, affordable, and effective red dot sighting device aiming your telescope.
  • Red dot finder scope top part can be removed and used as a replacement for many other red dot finders found on telescopes.
  • Have variable brightness levels, fully adjustable up and down, left and right.

KHOI1971 9-FEET CAR Power Adapter Cable Compatible with CELESTRON NEXSTAR 4SE 4 SE 8 SE 8SE 8I XLT Telescope 12V-Volt Charger AC Adapter NOT Created or Sold by CELESTRON

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Product description

SEE PICTURE FOR COMPATIBLE MODEL# ---- COMPATIBLE with CELESTRON NEXSTAR 4SE 4 SE 8 SE 8SE 8I XLT telescope 12V-VOLT ---- charger AC adapter NOT Created or Sold by CELESTRON ---- CUSTOM MADE and sold by KHOI1971 KHOI71

  • SEE PICTURE FOR COMPATIBLE MODEL#
  • COMPATIBLE with CELESTRON NEXSTAR 4SE 4 SE 8 SE 8SE 8I XLT telescope 12V-VOLT
  • charger AC adapter NOT Created or Sold by CELESTRON
  • CUSTOM MADE and sold by KHOI1971 KHOI71

Red Dot Finder Scope, Starpointer Viewfinder for Celestron 80EQ 80/90DX SE Astro Telescope

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Product description

Features:

Mainly be fit for Celestron 80EQ SE SLT PS series and meade infinity and polaris and so on series astronomical telescope (Note: Meade Infinity Series: 80AZ 90AZ 102AZ and Polaris Series: 80EQ 90EQ not applicable) Simple, affordable, and effective red dot sighting device aiming your telescope. Have variable brightness levels, fully adjustable up and down, left and right. LED dot is projected onto a non-magnifying viewing window so you can aim the main telescope quickly and easily. Red dot finder scope top part can be removed and used as a replacement for many other red dot finders found on telescopes.

Specification:

Allow mounting with hole distances from 5/8 to 1 inch approx

Color: Black

Material: Plastic

Battery: CR2032 Button Battery But Not Included

Dimension: Approx. 115*70*40mm / 4.5*2.8*1.6in

Weight: Approx. 40g



Package List:

1 * Red Dot Finder Scope

Telescope in the picture is prop.



  • Mainly be fit for Celestron 80EQ SE SLT PS series and meade infinity and polaris and so on series astronomical telescope (Note: Meade Infinity Series: 80AZ 90AZ 102AZ and Polaris Series: 80EQ 90EQ not applicable)
  • Simple, affordable, and effective red dot sighting device aiming your telescope.
  • Have variable brightness levels, fully adjustable up and down, left and right.
  • LED dot is projected onto a non-magnifying viewing window so you can aim the main telescope quickly and easily.
  • Red dot finder scope top part can be removed and used as a replacement for many other red dot finders found on telescopes.

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