Refractor telescope Celestron AstroMaster LT 60 — 60 mm aperture, altazimuth mount

The Celestron AstroMaster LT 60 is a 60 mm refractor telescope with an altazimuth mount designed for beginner stargazers and daytime viewing. Its 60 mm aperture gathers light for clear observation of the Moon, visible planets and brighter deep-sky objects, while the simple altazimuth mount provides intuitive up/down and left/right movement. The optical tube and mount form a compact, portable kit suitable for casual observing, classroom demonstrations and travel.

Advantages

The refractor optical design requires minimal maintenance and remains ready to use with little or no collimation. The 60 mm objective offers a balance between portability and light-gathering capability for lunar and planetary detail and brighter nebulae or star clusters. The altazimuth mount allows straightforward manual pointing and tracking without complex setup. A lightweight instrument and compact footprint make this telescope convenient to transport, set up and store.

Suitable for

• Beginner astronomical observation and learning
• Moon and planet viewing
• Daytime terrestrial viewing and birding
• Educational use in classrooms and outreach
• Travel and casual observing sessions

Key specifications

• Optical type: Refractor
• Aperture: 60 mm
• Mount type: Altazimuth (manual)
• Suitable focal use: Short to medium focal length viewing (wide-field capability)
• Portability: Compact and lightweight design for easy transport
• Typical applications: Lunar, planetary and bright deep-sky observation; terrestrial viewing

How to use

Assemble the telescope on a stable surface and secure the optical tube in the altazimuth mount according to the supplied instructions. Start with a low-power eyepiece to locate targets and centre them in the field of view, then switch to higher magnification eyepieces for detail on the Moon or planets. Use slow, deliberate manual movements of the altazimuth controls to track objects across the sky. During daytime use, point the telescope at distant terrestrial targets and fine-tune focus for a sharp image. Store the instrument in a dry place and protect optics with caps when not in use.

Usage recommendations

For best results, perform focusing and alignment during twilight or indoors before observation, allow the telescope to reach ambient temperature for improved image stability, and begin with low magnification to find and centre objects. Use a stable tripod or surface to minimise vibration and choose observing locations with reduced light pollution for improved views of faint objects.