Sky-Watcher CQ350 Equatorial Mount with Tripod - High Load Capacity and Precision

The Sky-Watcher CQ350 equatorial mount with tripod is the ultimate tool for serious amateur astronomers and astrophotographers. Designed to support large-diameter instruments, this sturdy mount offers an impressive load capacity of 35 kg while remaining light enough for easy transport. Paired with a solid tripod, it ensures optimal stability during your observations and captures of the night sky.

Features:

• Load capacity: 35 kg (32 kg in astrophotography), compatible with tubes up to 355mm in diameter
• Mount weight: 18.7 kg (21.2 kg with the counterweight bar)
• Pointing system: Go-To with SynScan hand controller, over 42,900 objects in the database
• Motors: High precision stepper servo motor with belt drive, resolution of 0.03 arc/sec
• Movement speed: Up to 3.7°/sec
• Pointing accuracy: Up to 1 arc minute
• Adjustments: Latitude from 0° to 70°, azimuth +/- 15°
• Connectivity: 4 USB3.0 ports, 3 auxiliary ports, ST4 autoguide port, power input/output
• Compatibility: Dual format dovetail (Losmandy and Vixen type)
• Power supply: 12V DC - 5A, cigarette lighter cable included
• Tripod: Compatible with the EQ8 tripod or SW0479, included for optimal stability

Advantages:

• High load capacity ideal for large instruments
• Exceptional tracking and pointing accuracy, essential for long-exposure astrophotography
• Robust design with moderate weight, perfect for mobile or fixed observatory use
• Wide connectivity to easily integrate accessories and avoid cable clutter

Usage:

• Designed for amateur and professional astronomers looking to observe and photograph celestial objects with increased precision
• The included tripod ensures exceptional stability, even with heavy instruments

With the Sky-Watcher CQ350 equatorial mount and its tripod, enjoy an unparalleled experience of celestial observation and photography, combining robustness, precision, and flexibility.