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Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 Multi-Purpose GoTo Mount

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SKU: SKY-S30200
$1,900.00 $1,599.00

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Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 GoTo Hybrid Mount

If you’re looking for a medium-capacity telescope mount that operates as either an alt-azimuth or equatorial mount, has the ability to handle two telescopes at once, and offers GoTo capabilities with a huge celestial object database, you will definitely want to consider the Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5.

A hybrid telescope mount is so flexible. When doing visual work, set it up in Alt-Azimuth mode. If you are doing outreach at a school or want to share your views at a star party, the SW AZ-EQ5 comes with a secondary V-style mounting saddle so that you can mount two telescopes…one on each side of the mount! When you are ready to do some astrophotography, simply switch over to Equatorial mode. Features like Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC), low backlash and +/- 5 arc seconds of native periodic error supports your imaging pursuits, and the built-in GoTo capabilities, complete with SynScan controller and a 42,900 object database helps you find and track the object of your and SynScan Hand Control, many commercially available planetarium software programs can be used to control the AZ-EQ5 mount.

The Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 mount has a weight capacity of 30 pounds, but it is very portable, weighing only 16.9 lb. Two 7.5 lb. counterweights are part of the AZ-EQ5 package, and additional counterweights are available optionally should you require them. A counterweight shaft extension is also included, and as you can see from the pictures, provides a place for cords to go so they do not become entangled in the mount as it slews from place to place. The steel adjustable height tripod is sturdy and offers good support for the AZ-EQ5 mount.

SkyWatcher USA AZ-EQ5 Hybrid Mount Features

  • German Equatorial/Alt-Az/dual OTA mode
  • 30 Pound Payload Capacity
  • Permanent periodic error correction (PPEC). PPEC can be trained with autoguider or PC
  • Belt drive – Super smooth PE curve. Low backlash, silent slewing
  • +/- 5 arc seconds native periodic error
  • Dual shutter release control for batch exposures of astrophotography
  • Motor controller with high torque and accuracy
  • Includes two V-style saddles for mounting dual OTAs
  • Secure-fit power supply connections
  • Polar alignment with optional polarscope
  • Primary axis encoder tracks the mount’s position. Users can push the mount at any time without worrying about losing the mount’s alignment
  • SynScan hand controller with 42,000 object database
  • Counterweight extension bar included
  • Retractable counterweight bar
  • Includes two 7.5 pound counterweights
  • DC Power Cord
  • Steel adjustable leg tripod with spiked feet

SkyWatcher SynScan Specifications

  • Driving Resolution: Approximately 0.14 arc seconds
  • DSLR Electronic Shutter Release Port : Yes
  • Autoguider Port: Yes
  • PEC control in EQ mode
  • Polar Alignment : via software control or optional polar scope
  • Alignment methods: 1, 2, or 3 star alignment (EQ) / brightest star or 2 star alignment (AZ)
  • Telescope Connection: 2 x V-style saddle plates included
  • RA/DEC Worm Gears: D=92.5mm, 180 teeth, brass
  • RA/DEC Axes: D=40mm, steel
  • Latitude Adjustment Range: 0Âş to 90Âş
  • Azimuth Adjustment Range: About ± 9Âş