{"product_id":"celestron-weatherproof-telescope-cover","title":"Celestron Weatherproof Telescope Cover","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron Weatherproof Telescope Cover (#94039) goes over a fully assembled telescope, tripod included, and protects it for short periods from dew, dust, light rain and sun. The outer layer is aluminum-laminated fabric, the lining is 210D polyester, and a cinch drawstring holds it in place. It opens to 1470 × 1795 mm (57.87\" × 70.1\"), fits most Celestron telescopes up to 11\" aperture, weighs 1.34 lb (0.61 kg), and folds to 290 × 45 × 419 mm (11.41\" × 1.77\" × 16.5\").\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you leave your telescope set up between sessions: across several nights at a star party, through a passing shower, or on a backyard pad or in a roll-off observatory where you'd rather not tear down and re-align every evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReflective aluminum-laminated outer:\u003c\/strong\u003e the silver surface reflects sunlight, keeping your equipment cooler during the day and helping hold a steadier temperature at night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e210D polyester lining:\u003c\/strong\u003e a soft inner layer between the cover and your telescope's finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCinch drawstring with ball lock:\u003c\/strong\u003e pulls the cover in around the tripod. Where you cinch it sets the height and fit for your setup and helps keep out wind, dust and light moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge enough for the whole rig:\u003c\/strong\u003e at 1470 × 1795 mm it covers the optical tube, mount and tripod together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight and packable:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.34 lb, folding to 11.41\" × 1.77\" × 16.5\" for a gear bag, vehicle or observatory drawer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to clean:\u003c\/strong\u003e wipes down with a damp cloth or mild soap and water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStar parties:\u003c\/strong\u003e keep your telescope assembled and aligned across consecutive nights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeather pauses:\u003c\/strong\u003e cover the rig during a passing shower or a dewy spell, then pick up where you left off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDaytime sun protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e reflects sunlight off a set-up telescope during daylight hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackyard and observatory dust cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps dust and pollen off between sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron lists the cover as fitting most of its telescopes up to 11\" aperture, with the tripod:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced VX, CGEM II, CGX and CGX-L (CGX-L excludes 14\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain telescopes and kits, and EdgeHD telescopes and kits (both exclude 14\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRASA telescopes and kits (excludes 36 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelestron Origin Intelligent Home Observatory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNexStar SE, NexStar SLT, NexStar Evolution, and CPC \/ CPC Deluxe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOmni XLT, Astro Fi, ExploraScope, and StarSense Explorer lines (not recommended for StarSense Explorer tabletop Dobsonians)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge finderscopes, dual saddle mounts and other add-ons on the optical tube may need to come off for the best fit. If you aren't sure whether it will cover your setup, send us the details and we'll check it for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort-term protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e the cover is made for dust, dew, light rain and sun. It isn't built for severe or prolonged weather, so heavy rain, heavy snow and high winds are times to bring the telescope indoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize limit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14\" Schmidt-Cassegrain and EdgeHD tubes and the 36 cm RASA are outside its fit range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories on the tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e bulky add-ons may need to come off to get the cover fully over the rig.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Drape it over the telescope and tripod, then pull the drawstring to cinch it at the height that suits your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fit my 8\" SCT on a CGEM II?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. CGEM II and Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes up to 11\" are on Celestron's compatibility list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I leave my telescope outside under it permanently?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's designed for short-term protection between sessions. For long-term outdoor storage or severe weather, the telescope belongs indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it cover the tripod too?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. At 1470 × 1795 mm it's sized to cover the telescope, mount and tripod as a set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it fit the Celestron Origin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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