What is Celestron?
Celestron is an American producer and importer of optical goods such as telescopes, binoculars, microscopes and other related devices. It designs optics for various purposes ranging from astronomy, sports, and laboratory. The company has produced its first telescope in 1960 and has become one of the Pioneer telescope manufactures in the world. Its advanced product range has received many market and consumer media accolades. Celestron has rewarded with various awards for product innovation from Reader’s Digest, Popular Mechanics and more. The company provides its products across the world by the means of specialty retail outlets and worldwide distributors.
History
Celestron was originally founded as Valor Electronics in 1955 by Tom Johnson and its earlier inventories were the electronics and military equipment. The company made foray in
Astro optical business in 1960 under the brand name, Celestron. In 1964, Celestron Pacific was incorporated as the new division of Valor Electronics and started manufacturing telescope for general and educational use. Celestron was sold by Johnson in 1980 followed by its acquisition in 1997 by Tasco. The latter's bankruptcy resulted in the demerger of Celestron, which was purchased by SW Technology Corporation.
Products Range
Celestron has divided its line up in the categories of astronomy, sport optics, microscopes, and telescope which are branded as CGE, CPC, AstroMaster, and Powerseeker. The company also sells spare parts of its products such as adapter, adjustments screws, connector boards, covers and knobs.