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Skywatcher mounts are among the most popular and widely used telescope mounts among amateur astronomers. They are known for their reliability, precision and ease of use and offer a wide range of models suitable for both beginners and experienced astronomers.
Skywatcher mounts are available in two main categories: azimuthal and equatorial mounts. Azimuthal mounts such as the AZ-GTi are particularly user-friendly and are ideal for beginners. They allow easy alignment and operation by controlling the movement of the telescope in horizontal and vertical directions.
Equatorial mounts, such as the popular EQ6-R Pro, on the other hand, offer more precise tracking for astronomical observations and astrophotography. These mounts are designed to compensate for the Earth's rotation and allow the user to accurately track objects in the sky over long periods of time.
An outstanding feature of many Skywatcher mounts is the GoTo function. This computer-controlled technology allows the user to automatically navigate to thousands of celestial objects, making observation much easier and more enjoyable.
An outstanding feature of many Skywatcher mounts is the GoTo function. This computer-controlled technology allows the user to automatically target thousands of celestial objects, making observation much easier and richer.
Skywatcher mounts are characterized by an excellent price-performance ratio, which makes them an ideal choice for amateur astronomers who value quality and precision without breaking the budget. Whether for visual observations or demanding astrophotography - Skywatcher offers the right mount for every need.
The totally new versatile Skywatcher AZ-EQ6GT Mount - for alt-azimuth and equatorial use.
Payload Capacity: 25kg (EQ and AZ modes)
Go-To Capability: EQ and AZ modes
Synscan Handset Database: over 42,900 celestial objects
PEC control in EQ mode
Autoguider Port : Yes
DSLR Electronic Shutter Release Port : Yes
Motor Type: DC12V stepper motors
Patented Dual-Encoder design allows manual movement without losing positional information Polar alignment: via software control or supplied polar scope
Alignment methods: 1, 2 or 3 star alignment (EQ) / brightest star or 2 star alignment (AZ) Telescope Connection: 2 x dual-fit saddle plates supplied accepting 45mm & 75mm dovetail bars