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EQ6 Pro SynScan SUPER HEAVY-DUTY EQUATORIAL MOUNT
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V3 Firmware Updateable handset)
£825.00
For amateur astronomers seeking superior equatorial control and the ease of a precision computerized GOTO system, the EQ6 SynScan is your answer. The Sky-Watcher EQ6 SynScan is designed with the novice user in mind. With the user friendly pushbutton hand control, locating and viewing the treasures of the night sky becomes as easy as a walk in the park. The hand control allows you to point the telescope at a specific object or even tour the skies at the touch of a button. The user friendly menu system allows automatic slewing to over 13,400 objects. Even an inexperienced astronomer can master its variety of features in a few observing sessions. The EQ6 SynScan also comes with features that advanced astronomers can appreciate:
Positioning Accuracy up to 1 arc minute. Accuracy enhanced by software collimation error (mount mechanical error) compensation.
Stepper motors with 1.8° step angle and 64 micro steps driven.
Slewing speed up to 3.4°/sec (800X).
AutoGuider Interface for astro-photography.
Guiding speed selectable from 0.25X, 0.50X, 0.75X, or 1X.
Object database containing complete M, NGC, and IC catalogues.
Polarscope illuminator for easy use of the polarscope.
Minimal vibration for steady long-exposure photography.
Specifications
Power Supply: 12 VDC 2Amp (Tip positive)
Motor Type: Microstep driven 1.8° stepper motors
Resolution: 0.144 arc sec (or 9,024,000 steps/rev.)
Slew Speeds: 2X, 8X, 16X, 32X, 64X, 400X, 500X, 600X, 800X Gear Ratio: 705
Tracking Rate: Sidereal, Lunar, Solar
Tracking Modes: Dual Axis, R.A. Tracking
Alignment Methods: One-star Alignment, Two-star Alignment, Three-star Alignment
Database: 25 user defined objects. Complete M, NGC, and IC catalogues. Total 13,436 objects.
Mount Specifications
Mount Type: German Equatorial
Telescope Mounting: Tube Rings
Slow-motion Control: R.A. & Dec (motor controlled)
Tripod: 2" Diameter Stainless Steel Pipe
Tripod Height: 85-147cm
Tripod Weight: 7.5Kgs
Counterweight Shaft Daimeter: 1.8cm
Counterweight Shaft Material: Stainless Steel
Mount Weight: 16Kgs
Mount Height: 41cm
Counterweight: Two, 5.1Kgs each
Total Weight: 23.5Kgs (counterweight not included)
EQ6 SynTrek SUPER HEAVY-DUTY EQUATORIAL MOUNT
Deluxe Super Heavy-Duty Equatorial Mount
£695.00
The new EQ6 SynTrek is effectively a hybrid of the standard EQ6 and the EQ6 PRO SynScan. It is basically a standard EQ6 but with a pre-installed PRO SynScan motherboard and stepper motors, and supplied with its own unique SynTrek hand-controller.
The SynTrek hand control is designed for the purpose of providing a simple slewing and tracking control. The small and versatile SynTrek hand control provides automatic tracking of celestial objects as soon as the power is turned on. The user-friendly interface provides quick access to many other functions the SynTrek has to offer.
The HEQ5 and EQ6 SynTrek mounts can be upgraded to computerized SynScan system by simply changing the hand control to SynScan hand control (prod.code 948). See HEQ5 and EQ6 Pro mounts for specifications for the mounts and details of the SynScan hand control.
- SynTrek Hand Control
- Power supply: 11 to 15V DC 2Amp
- Motor type and resolution: Microstep driven 1.8 stepper motors. Resolution: 0.144 arc sec (or 9,024,000 steps/rev.)
- Slewing speeds: Guiding speed, 4x 8x, 32x, 64x, 800x
- Guiding speeds: 1x, 0.75x, 0.5x, 0.25x
- Gear ratio: 705
- Tracking rates: Sidereal, Lunar, Solar
- Tracking Modes: RA tracking
EQ6 DELUXE SUPER HEAVY-DUTY
EQUATORIAL MOUNT
£555.00
The Sky-Watcher EQ6
equatorial mount is the first of its kind. It is a precision instrument capable
of carrying massive payloads (up to 25Kg) but at the same time is very reasonably
priced.
The mount is excellent for visual observations and short-term unguided CCD
imaging with most telescopes of conventional design. It will easily handle
refractors up to 8"/200mm and classic Newtonian's up to 14"/350mm
in aperture.
The EQ6 has a black powder coat finish and weighs in at 17Kg. The equatorial
head features engraved aluminium setting circles and a latitude scale, a polar
finder scope holder, a bubble level, large R.A. and DEC. locking clamps, built-in
dual axis motor drives and retractable counterweight shaft & counterweight.
Two counterweights are supplied, each weighing 5.4Kg.
The dual-axis motor drives are operated by a hand controller with a switch
for both Northern and Southern hemisphere operation with slewing speeds of
2x, 8x and 16x the sidereal rate.
The tripod is made from 2" diameter stainless steel legs, making for
a very sturdy system. The EQ6 (without telescope) adjusts from 1069mm in its
lowest position to 1544mm with the tripod legs fully extended. The height
of the mount (excluding tripod) is 406mm. The EQ6 accepts generic dovetail
bars made by Sky-Watcher and many other companies.
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SynScan Kit (EQ6) Available for easily upgrading the standard EQ6 mount for computerised GoTo capabilities.
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SYNSCAN GPS A plug in accessory for the V3 handset (requires V3.1 Firmware). The SynScan GPS is a compact all-in-one GPS module solution to connect to SynScan computer telescope GOTO system. It provides accurate geometrical coordinates and serves as a précised real-time clock for the GOTO system. Supplied with USB connector
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EQ6 Extension Tube The EQ6 extension tube extends the height of the EQ6 mount so it is easier for observer to look into a long refractor. Installed between the tripod and the mount head, this heavy-duty metal tube gives about 8" in height to the assembly while maintaining the stability of the mount.
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Pillar Mount Support for EQ6 Mountings (Including PRO models) The EQ6 Pillar Mount support replaces the supplied field tripod with a high quality engineered pillar mounting solution that comes with the convenience of casters to allow the easy manoeuvre of the scope.
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HEQ5 Pro SynScan SUPER HEAVY-DUTY EQUATORIAL MOUNT
£640.00
Sky-Watcher Pro mounts have been designed for use by novices and experts alike. These mounts provide extremely high precision tracking and have built in autoguider ports. This heavy-duty HEQ5 Pro mount is a smaller version of the sturdy EQ6 Pro mount. It is specially designed for observers who need the steadiness of the EQ6 Pro mount, but find the EQ6 Pro mount too physically demanding.
For novice users the user-friendly menu allows automatic slewing to over 13,400 objects. Even an inexperienced astronomer can master its variety of features in a few observing sessions. The SynScan Hand Control also has the ability to connect to a computer via a RS-232 cable. Once the connection has been established between the computer and SynScan Hand Control, many commercially available planetarium software programs can be used to control the HEQ5 PRO Mounts, They also come with features that advanced astronomers can appreciate:
. Positioning Accuracy up to 1 arc minute. Accuracy enhanced by software collimation error (mount mechanical error) compensation.
. Stepper motors with 1.8° step angle and 64 micro steps driven.
. Slewing speed up to 3.4°/sec (800X).
. Auto Guider Interface for astro-photography.
. Guiding speed selectable from 0.25X, 0.50X, 0.75X, or 1X.
. Object database containing complete Messier, NGC, and IC catalogues.
. Minimal vibration for steady long-exposure photography.
. Periodic Error Correction.
. PC compatibility.
. Upgradeable hand control via internet download.
Telescope Mounting Method: Tube Rings
Tripod: Stainless Steel Legs
Counterweight Shaft Diameter: 1.8cm
Counterweight Shaft Length: 21.5cm
Counterweight Shaft Material: Stainless Steel
Mount Weight (without counterweight): 10Kgs
Mount Height: 35cm
Total weight: 15kgs (without counterweights)
Motor Type: Microstep driven 1.8 degree stepper motors
Motor Resolution: 0.144 arc sec (or 9.024,000 steps/rev.)
Power Supply: 11 to 15 V DC 2Amp (Tip positive)
Gear Ratio: 705
*8" Dovetail Bar
SynScan Hand Control
See Specifications on the right for more details
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SynScan Kit (HEQ5) Available for easily upgrading the standard HEQ5 mount for computerised GoTo capabilities.
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Pillar Mount Support for EQ5 / HEQ5 Mountings (Including PRO models) The HEQ5 Pillar Mount support replaces the supplied field tripod with a high quality engineered pillar mounting solution that comes with the convenience of casters to allow the easy manoeuvre of the scope.
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HEQ5 SUPER HEAVY-DUTY EQUATORIAL MOUNT
£370.00
This heavy-duty mount
is simply a scaled down version of the EQ6. It is specially designed for observers
who need similar steadiness of the EQ6 mount, but find the EQ6 too physically
demanding. Like the EQ6 mount, this high precision equatorial mount features
engraved aluminium setting circles and a latitude scale, built-in polar scope
holder & polar scope, Large R.A. and DEC. locking clamps, electronic slow-motion controls
on both axes, and retractable counterweight shaft and counterweight. The field
tripod is remarkably stable with adjustable height, incorporating 1.5" diameter steel tripod legs.
EQ5 DELUXE HEAVY-DUTY EQUATORIAL MOUNT SynScanTM
Computerised GO-TO Equatorial Mounting System
£420.00
Tour the night sky at the touch of a button
Hardware Features:
- SynScan TM V.3 Firmware Updateable Hand Control
New features include ongoing firmware updateability via the internet, Pointing Accuracy Enhancement (PAE), and capability to store star alignment data. Also can accept new GPS mouse attachment. - High precision stepper motors
- Motor Controller: Microstep driving with auto-power saving feature
- Resolution: 0.288 arc second
- Slew Rate: 0.5x, 1x, 8x, 16x, 32x, 64x, 400x, 500x, 600x, 800x
- Tracking Rate: Sidereal, Lunar, Solar
- Tracking Mode: R.A. tracking
- ST-4 type Autoguider Interface: Support 0.25x, 0.5x, 0.75x 1x guiding rate
- Maximum Payload Capacity: Approx 9kg
- Power requirement: 11 to 15 V DC 2 Amp (Tip positive) (Power supply not included)
Software Features:
- Alignment Method: One-Star Alignment, Two-Star Alignment, Three-Star Alignment
- Pointing Accuracy: Up to 1 arc min
- Object Catalogues: Messier, IC, NGC, Caldwell
- 13740 Object Database: Including Planets, Named Stars, Double Stars, Variable Stars & User-Defined Objects
- Backlash compensation
- Periodic Error Correction
- Premium PC Interface: ASCOM compatible, Nexstar-5i compatible protocol and command set
- User-tunable LCD contrast, LED backlight and buzzer volume
EQ5 DELUXE HEAVY-DUTY EQUATORIAL MOUNT
£180.00
The very sturdy EQ-5 is the top of our range of Equatorials providing excellent precision and stability and a host of other useful features for the serious astronomer. The mount rests firmly on a large, adjustable Stainless Steel tripod with accessory tray. Supplied complete with a bubble level, latitude adjuster with micrometer scale and an azimuth polar-alignment adjuster. It also features engraved aluminium setting circles and manual slow motion tracking controls. An optional polarscope is available for aiding in polar alignment. Optional single-axis and dual-axis D.C. motor drives can be installed for auto-tracking purposes.
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Single-Axis D.C. Motor Drive for EQ-4 & EQ-5 Equatorial Mount Can be fitted to any our telescopes supplied with the EQ-4 or EQ-5 equatorial mount. These single axis (R.A.) DC motor drives are powered by 4 "D" cell batteries (not included). A set of batteries with allow several nights of observing. 2x and 8x tracking speeds are available through the hand controller. Motor, hand controller, and battery case are included. |
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Dual-Axis D.C. Motor Drive for EQ-4 & EQ-5 Equatorial Mount Can be fitted to any our telescopes supplied with the EQ-4 or EQ-5 equatorial mount. These dual axis motor drives, designed for EQ5 mounts, are essential in long-exposure astrophotography. They precisely control the telescope's tracking speed to compensate for the earth's rotation during long exposure of celestial objects. Available in 2x, 4x, and 8x speeds through the Hand Controller. These DC motor drives run on 4 "D" cell batteries (not included). Motors for both axes, clutches, cables, hand controller, and battery case are included. |
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Flexible Drives for EQ-5 Equatorial Mount |
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SynScan Kit (EQ5) Available for easily upgrading the standard EQ5 mount for computerised GoTo capabilities.
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EQ3-2 DELUXE EQUATORIAL MOUNT SynScanTM
Computerised GO-TO Equatorial Mounting System
£385.00
Sky-Watcher offers simple solutions for users who would like to attach their smaller telescope to a convenient computerized system but do not wish to deal with the weight of the HEQ5 or EQ6 mount. The EQ3 SynScanTM mounts use the same Go-To system found in the HEQ5 and EQ6 Pros-SynScanTM. It allows you to point the telescope at a specific object or even tour the skies at the touch of a button.
The EQ3 SynScanTM mounts are the perfect instrument for novice visual observers to enjoy astronomy with minimal setup time and in-depth knowledge of the night sky.
- Positioning Accuracy up to 1 arc minute. Accuracy enhanced by software collimation error (mount mechanical error) compensation.
- Stepper motors with 1.8° step angle and 64 micro steps driven.
- Slewing speed up to 3.4°/sec (800X).
- Guiding speed selectable from 0.25X, 0.50X, 0.75X, or 1X.
- Object database containing complete Messier, NGC, and IC catalogues.
- Periodic Error Correction.
- PC compatibility.
- Upgradeable hand control via internet download.
EQ3-2 DELUXE EQUATORIAL MOUNT
£135.00
The superb high-end EQ3-2 mount receives high marks from experienced observers. This sturdy mount offers precision and stability along with a host of other features for the serious astronomer. The mount rests firmly on a large, adjustable aluminium tripod with accessory tray. A bubble level allows for quick and accurate leveling. Slow motion control knobs allow for continuous manual tracking of celestial objects. The precision mount features full 360 degree worm-gear tracking controls on both R.A. and DEC. axes. Dual metal setting circle dials allow quick location of target using celestial co-ordinates. An optional polarscope is available for aiding in polar alignment. Optional single axis and dual axis D.C. motor drives can be installed for auto tracking purposes.
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Single-Axis D.C. Motor Drive for EQ3-2 Equatorial Mount Can be fitted to any our telescopes supplied with the EQ3-2 equatorial mount. These single axis (R.A.) DC motor drives are powered by 4 "D" cell batteries (not included). A set of batteries with allow several nights of observing. 2x and 8x tracking speeds are available through the hand controller. Motor, hand controller, and battery case are included. |
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Dual-Axis D.C. Motor Drive for EQ3-2 Equatorial Mount Can be fitted to any our telescopes supplied with the EQ3-2 equatorial mount. These dual axis motor drives, designed for EQ3-2 mounts, are essential in long-exposure astrophotography. They precisely control the telescope's tracking speed to compensate for the earth's rotation during long exposure of celestial objects. Available in 2x, 4x, and 8x speeds through the Hand Controller. These DC motor drives run on 4 "D" cell batteries (not included). Motors for both axes, clutches, cables, hand controller, and battery case are included. |
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SynScan Kit (EQ3-2) Available for easily upgrading the standard EQ3-2 mount for computerised GoTo capabilities.
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EQ2 EQUATORIAL MOUNT
£85.00
The EQ-2 Equatorial Mount is suited to both beginners and experienced astronomers. It offers very good stability and the tall, fully adjustable aluminium tripod with large accessory tray is a real plus. This mount features 360 degree slow motion tracking gears on both the right ascension and declination axes with flexible controls. Dual metal setting circles allow location of objects by their R.A. and DEC, co-ordinates. A separate latitude adjustment aids in polar alignment. An optional D.C. motor drive can be installed to the R.A. axis for auto-tracking purposes.
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Single Axis D.C. Motor drive for EQ-2 equatorial mount Can be fitted to any of our telescopes supplied with the EQ-2 equatorial mount. These single axis (R.A.) DC motor drives are powered by 4 "D" cell batteries (not included). A set of batteries with allow several nights of observing. 2x and 8x tracking speeds are available through the hand controller. Motor, hand controller, and battery case are included. |
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Single Axis D.C. Motor drive for EQ-2 equatorial mount Can be fitted to any of our telescopes supplied with the EQ-2 equatorial mount. These economical single axis (R.A.) DC motor drives are designed to compensate for the earth's rotation. Their rotation speed matches the earth's rotation rate for stars to appear stationary in telescope eyepiece. With the 9 volt alkaline battery (included) installed, it lasts up to 40 hours. |
EQ1 EQUATORIAL MOUNT
(Mount is not available separately).
The EQ-1 Equatorial
Mount is most suitable for novices to astronomy because of its compact size
and light weight. Two slow motion cables let you precisely track celestial
objects as they move through the sky. The mount is supported on an aluminium
tripod with adjustable legs and a handy accessory tray. A D.C. motor drive
can be installed to the R.A. axis for auto tracking purposes
(Mount is not available separately).
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Single Axis D.C. Motor drive for EQ-1 equatorial mount Can be fitted to any of our telescopes supplied with the EQ-1 equatorial mount. These economical single axis (R.A.) DC motor drives are designed to compensate for the earth's rotation. Their rotation speed matches the earth's rotation rate for stars to appear stationary in telescope eyepiece. With the 9 volt alkaline battery (included) installed, it lasts up to 40 hours. |
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Multi Spped Single Axis D.C. Motor drive for EQ-1 equatorial mount Can be fitted to any of our telescopes supplied with the EQ-1 equatorial mount. These single axis (R.A.) DC motor drives are powered by 4 "D" cell batteries (not included). A set of batteries with allow several nights of observing. 2x and 4x tracking speeds are available through the hand controller. Motor, hand controller, and battery case are included. |
AZ3 ALT-AZIMUTH MOUNT
£75.00
Spotting users love the precision control and rock steadiness of this high quality alt-azimuth mount with adjustable aluminium tripod and large accessory tray. It features two flexible slow motion cables, one for vertical and one for horizontal control. Accurately tacks distant moving objects with ease. This mounting is ideal for terrestrial observations but can also be used for basic astronomical viewing.
| Tripod adapter plate for AZ3 To allow attachment of equipment via a standard tripod bush |
£12.99 |
Tube Mounting Rings
These quality cast aluminium rings are custom made for use with either the AZ3, EQ1, EQ2, EQ3-2, EQ4, EQ5, HEQ5 and EQ6 mounts/mounting plates. Rings of the following internal diameters are available: 90mm, 102mm, 120mm, 140mm, 150mm, 182mm, 236mm. They are felt lined and hinged for easy installation of the telescope. By loosening the thumbscrews, the telescope can be easily balanced and rotated.
To get the correct tube ring you need to measure the external diameter of your optical tube before ordering.
The diameter of the tube is unlikely to be the same as the objective or mirror cell size.
Postage will be charged on all replacement tube rings that are swapped due to the wrong size being ordered.
| 90mm Tube Mounting Rings. |
£16.00
per pair
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| 102mm Tube Mounting Rings |
£20.00
per pair
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| 120mm Tube Mounting Rings |
£20.00 per pair |
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| 140mm Tube Mounting Rings |
£21.00
per pair
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| 150mm Tube Mounting Rings |
£33.00
per pair
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| 160mm Tube Mounting Rings | £35.00 per pair |
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| 182mm Tube Mounting Rings |
£37.00
per pair
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| 236mm Tube Mounting Rings |
£40.00
per pair
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Sky Watcher Equatorial Mounting Plates
Compatible with Sky Watcher EQ5, HEQ5 and EQ6 mounts and drilled to accept Sky Watcher tube rings,
| Long 33.5cm Dovetail Bar | £18.00 |
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| Medium 21cm Dovetail Bar | £14.00 |
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| Short 15cm Mounting Plate |
£10.00 |
Sky Watcher Equatorial Counterweights
Compatible with Sky Watcher EQ3, EQ5, HEQ5 and EQ6 mounts.
| Counterweight EQ3-2 & EQ5 | £22.00 |
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| Counterweight HEQ5 | £30.00 |
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| Counterweight EQ6 | £30.00 |
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| White Counterweight EQ6 | £30.00 |
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| White Counterweight HEQ5 | £30.00 |
Polar Alignment Scope
The Polar axis finder scope is a very useful accessory for EQ3-2 and EQ-5 Sky-Watcher equatorial mounts. It speeds up and refines the polar alignment procedure so the observer can spend more valuable time observing, rather than setting up.
HM5 Polar Alignment Scope for EQ3-2 Equatorial Mount |
HM5 Polar Alignment Scope for EQ5 Equatorial Mount |
£30.00 |
£30.00 |
The field tripod is remarkably stable with adjustable height, incorporating Stainless steel tripod legs.
Stainless Steel Tripod upgrade for older EQ5
£50.00
6v DC Cigar Type adapter to allow you to run your Skywatcher Motor drive(s) from a car or from a portable rechargeable power supply (12v)
6v DC Cigar Type adapter £9.99
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Compact Astro Power Station
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Astro Power Station 12V 8Ah |
£35.00 |
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AC/DC Tracking Motor Power Kit This comprehensive power conversion kit allows Skywatcher equatorial mounts to be powered from 220vAC mains or any 12V car cigar lighter socket. Kit contents: 1. Multi-voltage DC cigar-plug converter. 2. Mains to DC converter 3. Telescope adaptor lead 4. Extension lead (approx 2m) . (Please note this power supply is not suitable for SynScan units) NB: some items may differ from picture in appearance. |
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Skywatcher AC/DC Tracking Motor Power Kit |
£24.99 |
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Heavy Duty 13.8V 4amp (max) Regulated AC Mains Power Supply Unit with Cigar Lighter Socket Output
Suitable for all Skywatcher SynScan Goto 12V telescopes. Heavy duty 4amp regulated DC output. Fuse protected. Output to cigar lighter and 4mm sockets (banana).Supplied with telescope connection cable. |
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12VDC 4 amp (max) Regulated Mains Supply |
£45.00 |
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Sky-Watcher 7Ah Rechargeable Power Tank
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Sky-Watcher 7Ah Rechargeable Power Tank |
£39.99 |
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Sky-Watcher 17Ah Rechargeable Power Tank
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Sky-Watcher 17Ah Rechargeable Power Tank |
£79.99 |