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Celestron X-Cel LX 2x Barlow
Double your eyepieces without buying eyepieces.
around $130
A good 3-element Barlow that doubles the magnification of every eyepiece you own — slip it in and four eyepieces become eight. The cheapest meaningful upgrade in the hobby. One caveat from experience: more power isn't always better. The atmosphere gets a vote too.
Where to buy
High Point Scientific
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Why we like it
- Doubles your whole eyepiece collection
- 3-element apochromatic design — minimal added aberrations
- T-threaded for camera attachment
Keep in mind
- Adds glass in the light path — slight dimming
- Premium price vs simple 2-element Barlows
- Won't rescue a bad eyepiece
Specs
Optics
| Magnification | 2x |
|---|
Details
| Barrel | 1.25 inch |
|---|---|
| Elements | 3 (apochromatic) |
| Threading | T-threads for camera adapters |