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Dual EQ and AZ Mounts

Whether you have been in the hobby for some time, or just starting, you may have considered the idea of buying two mounts or been told that one mount doesn’t do it all. For example, an equatorial style is generally dedicated for imaging where an alt/az (altitude & azimuth) is generally preferred for visual use. With a dual-style mount, you can fill both those needs while minimizing the need for extra equipment!

Generally considered an intermediate class of mount, this mount is for those looking to upgrade to their next rig without sacrificing function. The dual Alt/AZ-EQ mounts offer weight capacities that can easily handle anything from a short focal length refractor, such as the Apertura 72EDR to larger light buckets such as the Sky-Watcher Skymax 180 Maksutov-Cassegrain.

Offering the best of both worlds, these highly versatile, portable astronomy mounts are ideal for a multitude of imaging telescopes that need highly accurate tracking. They are also great for the incredible visual work of splitting double stars and high-resolution planetary viewing with precision GoTo. When paired with a portable power tank such as the Celestron Lithium PowerTank Pro, the dual alt-azimuth/equatorial mounts ensure you are covered at home or at a dark sky site.