LX-90 8" SCT

Getting started - setting up the LX90 We’ve got some fabulous accessories to help you set up your LX90 and achieve perfect alignment - click on the headings below to display the accessories you need.

Power your telescope from AC mains only - AC317

Power your telescope from a fully portable 12V DC battery power supply - AC499 and 578

Simplify set-up and data entry with the GPS-Mate GPS satellite data upgrade for LX90 - AC500

Alignmate and Alignmate-Lite alignment aids AC295 & AC580 - solves initial alignment worries using the Autostar handset

Alignmate-Pro - new electronic version of the Alignmate that can be operated in total darkness and even has a built in red and white light LED torch - AC501

Our Classic reticule eyepiece allows precise alignment and motor training with ease - AC310

Operating the LX90 Once you’re up and running, you want to get the most out of your scope and also deal with any niggles easily and smoothly. Click below to see accessories that will assist with all common tasks.

Eyepiece and handset holder tray for convenient eyepiece and handset storage at the scope - AC217

Deluxe base locator and eyepiece and handset holder tray for fast, safe set-up and convenient eyepiece and handset storage at the scope - AC328

Autostar handset holder for handset storage and also allows one-handed operation - AC323

The Fine Focus knob for improved focussing - AC515

Making observations As you’re getting to know your telescope you will want to widen your targets and really do the things you want to do in astronomy. Click below to see a selection of top-quality accessories custom-made for your LX90.

Off axis solar observation filter - a superb solar filter to observe our nearest star, the sun in safety - FI096 and FI092

LX90 add-on solar finder - a great accessory to use with the above solar observing filter allows you to point the telescope safely and accurately at the sun - AC466

Turn your LX90 into a gigantic pair of binoculars - the Bino-Mate will change the way you use your telescope forever - AC549

Coping with dew Few things can spoil a great night’s observing like dew - at Astro Engineering we have developed a range of anti-dewing solutions, including systems custom-made for the LX90 that are regarded by leading experts as the best on the market.

Flexible dew shield for LX90 - AC060

Electric anti-dewing systems for LX90 - AC355

Hand-held electric hot air blower - AC398

Storing and maintaining your LX90 Keeping your LX90 in pristine condition is easy with Astro Engineering’s cleaning and maintenance kits, including even replacing the odd lost screw from our set of spares. Click below to find the solution to suits your needs.

Scope-Coat shower and dust cover - what the best-dressed LX90 should be wearing this season - AC608

The Wheel-Easy telescope-moving dolly allows fully assembled storage (in garage, shed etc) then simply uncover and roll out to use - AC091

Telescope cleaning kit for Meade telescopes - includes spare eyepiece locking and viewfinder screws for LX90 ­ AC528

Deluxe telescope cleaning kit - with CO2 gas powered dust blower and dry powder lens and eyepiece cleaning pen - AC566

See the full catalogue of accessories for the Meade LX90

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