Celestron Teleskop Astrograph S 356/790 RASA 3600 CGX-L GoTo

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🔭 Celestron RASA 3600 CGX-L Professional Astrograph System

Celestron's flagship Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph in its largest 356mm (14") configuration, paired with the heavy-duty CGX-L GoTo mount. Built for observatories and advanced imagers, the RASA 3600 delivers an extraordinarily fast f/2.2 focal ratio across a huge aperture — a combination that redefines what is possible in deep-sky astrophotography.

🔭 356mm Aperture ⚡ Ultra-Fast f/2.2 🏛️ Observatory-Grade CGX-L Mount 🌌 Large-Scale Deep-Sky Imaging 🎯 Professional GoTo & Tracking

⭐ Quick Overview

Best For

Observatories
professional and advanced amateur astrophotographers
imaging teams
research-grade deep-sky surveys

Observing Targets

Faint nebulae
galaxies
galaxy clusters
wide-field deep-sky surveys
transient and nova monitoring

Main Advantages

Massive 356mm aperture combined with an ultra-fast f/2.2 focal ratio
integrated imaging-optimised optical design
heavy-duty CGX-L GoTo mount rated for large payloads
dramatically reduced exposure times

The Pinnacle Of Fast Wide-Field Astrographs

The Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph (RASA) design was created specifically to solve one of astrophotography's biggest challenges: capturing large amounts of faint deep-sky light in the shortest possible time. At 356mm aperture and f/2.2, the RASA 3600 gathers light at a rate many times faster than a conventional f/8 telescope of similar aperture, letting professional and advanced imagers complete surveys and deep exposures in a fraction of the time.

Mounted on the CGX-L — Celestron's largest and most capable computerized equatorial mount — this system is engineered for the sustained, precise tracking that large-aperture, long-session deep-sky imaging demands, night after night.

🌌 What Is The RASA 3600 CGX-L Used For?

🌌 Faint Nebulae

Captures extremely faint emission structures in a fraction of typical exposure times.

🌀 Galaxies & Galaxy Clusters

Wide, fast field ideal for capturing extended galaxy groups in single frames.

🔭 Deep-Sky Surveys

Well suited to systematic imaging programs and time-domain astronomy.

💥 Transient & Nova Monitoring

Fast optics support rapid-cadence monitoring campaigns.

💡 Why f/2.2 At 356mm Aperture Is Exceptional

Focal ratio governs how quickly a telescope delivers light to the sensor; aperture governs how much total light-gathering power is available. Combining a large 356mm mirror with an f/2.2 focal ratio is a genuinely rare pairing, allowing this system to reach faint targets in exposure times that would otherwise require many times longer with a conventional astrograph.

🏛️ CGX-L: A Mount Built For Observatory Use

🏛️ Heavy-duty payload capacity for large optical tubes and imaging trains

🎯 Precision GoTo with professional-grade tracking accuracy

🔄 Designed for permanent or semi-permanent observatory installation

📡 Built for long, unattended imaging sessions

⭐ A System Built For Serious Output

This is not an entry-level or casual imaging setup — it is a complete, integrated system designed for observatories, imaging professionals and highly dedicated advanced amateurs who need to gather large amounts of high-quality deep-sky data efficiently.

🎯 Perfect For

🏛️ Observatories

A capable, fast wide-field system for public and research-facing imaging programs.

📸 Professional & Advanced Imagers

Dramatically shortened imaging times for large-scale projects.

🔬 Research-Oriented Astronomers

Suited to survey and monitoring style observing programs.

📸 Purpose-Built For High-Volume Astrophotography

Every aspect of the RASA 3600 CGX-L system is oriented toward maximising imaging throughput: fast optics, a large sensor-friendly image circle, and a mount engineered for sustained precision tracking under a substantial optical payload.

💡 Deployment Tips For Best Results

A solid permanent or semi-permanent pier is strongly recommended given the system's weight and precision requirements.
Careful collimation of the optical system is essential to fully exploit the fast focal ratio.
Professional-grade guiding and sequencing software is recommended for long observatory sessions.

📊 Technical Specifications

Brand	Celestron
Model	RASA 3600
Optical Design	Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph
Aperture	356mm
Focal Length	790mm
Focal Ratio	f/2.2
Mount	CGX-L Computerized Equatorial GoTo
Recommended Use	Observatory / advanced imaging installation

📦 Included Accessories

📦 RASA 3600 optical tube

📦 CGX-L equatorial GoTo mount & tripod/pier adapter

📦 Hand controller

📦 Counterweights

📦 Documentation

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Is this suitable for a home observatory?

Yes, it is specifically designed for observatory-class installations and dedicated imaging setups.

❓ Do I need imaging experience for this system?

Yes, this is an advanced, professional-grade system intended for experienced astrophotographers.

❓ Why is the focal ratio so fast?

The RASA optical design is specifically engineered for extremely rapid deep-sky imaging at large aperture.

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