Is there a compatible tripod ?

The telescope comes with its own rotating base. No tripod needed.

What solar filter is compatible with the 8in model?

The outside diameter is 9 ¼ inches, so you will want to size your solar filter with that measurement or slightly larger.

Does this telescope have a lot of stiction? When making fine adjustments does the telescope kinda jerk free making it difficult to manually track?

This uses a Teflon bearing the for the azimuth that works very well if adjusted properly and a friction adjustment for altitude that can be sticky if the poorly balanced. This is common to all the synta made manual dobs (Orion, Skywatcher, Celestron) but it can be remedied by using a magnetic counterweight when using heavy eyepieces or accessories. I have minimal issues when following planets at 200x with a 6x30 finder and explore scientific 82 degree eyepieces with just the tension but the counterweights do allow for less tension and smoother operation. What sets this dob apart is the StarSense which works very well and allows for a rapid run through of targets and also the tube handle which makes transportation much easier

Does this 8" Dob come with thumbscrews for locking and adjusting the primary mirror?

The Celestron Starsense 8-inch Dobsonian telescope primary mirror is equipped with the standard Newtonian three primary collimation screws and three mirror locking screws. The secondary is also equipped with the standard three Newronian secondary collimation screws.

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Celestron StarSense Explorer 8" Dobsonian Telescope with Smartphone App | Large 8" Aperture, Deep-Sky & Planet Viewing, StarSense Smartphone Navigation, Manual Dobsonian Mount, Smooth PointandObserve

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Brand
Celestron
Eye Piece Lens Description
25mm eyepiece
Finderscope
StarPointer™
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Item Weight
43.4 pounds
Model Name
StarSense 8"

📱Smartphone-powered navigation

🔭8-inch high-reflectivity Newtonian reflector

🛠️Ultra-stable Dobsonian manual mount

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🌌 Unlock the universe with your smartphone—stargazing just got smarter!

CURATED NIGHTLY SKY TOURS - Instantly access the best celestial targets tailored to your location and time—never miss a cosmic highlight.
EFFORTLESS CELESTIAL NAVIGATION - Dock your phone, launch the app, and follow intuitive on-screen arrows—no astronomy degree needed.
VIVID DEEP SKY PLANETARY VIEWS - 8-inch aperture with premium XLT coatings delivers crisp, bright images of the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn, and beyond.
PATENTED STAR SENSE SKY RECOGNITION - Experience satellite-grade sky mapping that locks onto stars and planets with pinpoint accuracy.
ROCK SOLID STABILITY SMOOTH TRACKING - Manual Dobsonian base engineered for steady viewing and seamless altitude-azimuth movement at any magnification.

The Celestron StarSense Explorer 8" Dobsonian Telescope revolutionizes amateur astronomy by integrating patented smartphone-powered sky recognition technology with a large 8-inch Newtonian reflector. Designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike, it offers real-time celestial navigation, curated nightly sky tours, and a stable manual Dobsonian mount for smooth tracking. With premium optics and an intuitive app, it delivers stunning views of planets, nebulae, and galaxies, backed by a 2-year warranty and expert US-based support.

Specifications

ASIN	B09TWWZ5DR
Additional Features	Smartphone-powered sky tour, patented StarSense technology, easy setup with smooth tracking
Age Range Description	Adults
Best Sellers Rank	#561 in Camera & Photo Products ( See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products ) #10 in Telescope Reflectors
Brand	Celestron
Built-In Media	2" Crayford focuser, 25mm eyepiece, Celestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software, Collimation cap, Dobsonian Base, Eyepiece rack, Optical tube, StarPointer™ red-dot finderscope, StarSense Explorer dock, StarSense Explorer unlock code
Coating	XLT reflective coatings with silicon dioxide and tantalum pentoxide
Compatible Devices	Smartphone
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (185)
Exit Pupil Diameter	8.13 millimeters
Eye Piece Lens Description	25mm eyepiece
Field Of View	248 degrees
Finderscope	StarPointer™ red dot finderscope
Focal Length Description	1200 millimeters
Focus Type	Manual Focus
Global Trade Identification Number	00050234224703
Item Dimensions D x W x H	49"D x 18.5"W x 19"H
Item Highlight	Large 8" Aperture, Deep-Sky & Planet Viewing, StarSense Smartphone Navigation, Manual Dobsonian Mount, Smooth PointandObserve
Item Weight	43.4 pounds
Manufacturer	Celestron
Manufacturer Part Number	22470
Model Name	StarSense Explorer 8" Dobsonian
Model Number	22470
Mount	Altazimuth Dobsonian base
Number of Batteries	1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included)
Number of Items	1
Objective Lens Diameter	20.3 centimeters
Power Source	Manual Operation Without External Power Source
UPC	050234224703
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	2-Year Warranty
Zoom Ratio	50

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