Celestron's X-Cel 18.0mm eyepieces offers features which are ideally suited for planetary observation. It is a 6-element, fully multicoated optical design with extra low dispersion (ED) glass on the most highly curved surfaces to minimize chromatic aberration which hinders sharp planetary viewing. With a wide 55° apparent field of view and a large 25mm clear aperture, the X-Cel 18.0mm is a comfortable eyepiece to use. Eye relief is a very respectable 20mm, so even if you wear glasses you'll enjoy the whole view. And of course, the X-Cel 18.0mm eyepiece is threaded to accept Celestron's collection of 1.25" eyepiece filters.
The X-Cel 18.0mm eyepiece is parfocal with others of the X-Cel series, meaning little or no focusing is needed when changing eyepieces within the collection.
| Focal Length | 18.0mm |
| Eye Relief | 20.0mm |
| Apparent Field of View | 55° |
| Dimensions | 1.7 x 4.1" (42 x 104m) WxH |
| Weight | 0.45 lb (205 g) |
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Comments about Celestron X-Cel 18mm Eyepiece (1.25"):
this is great for spotting small objects in the sky. once you have your object in veiw it is easy to switch to a stronger eye piece.
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