Saxon Eq5 "Go To" Equatorial mount

Suitable for Astrophotography

Specifications
• Fully computerised
• Extra silent stepper motors
• Outstanding flexibility - 0.5X, 1X, 8X, 16X, 32X, 64X, 400X, 500X, 600X & 800X slew speed capability
• Sidereal, Lunar & Solar tracking rate capability
• One star, Two star & Three star alignment options
• Capacity 11 Kg
• Computer controlled 13,436 object database
• Heavy duty operation for telescopes to 120mm aperture
• Astrophotographic tracking capability for short to medium length duration imaging
• Strong tubular stainless steel tripod
• Highly flexible system - able to accept a wide variety of telescope tube assemblies
• Made by globally famous Saxon brand


Applications:
Visual
• Excellent performance for visual work, enabling a strong and sturdy platform for high magnification visual observation


Astrophotography
• Excellent accuracy for short to medium period astrophotographic imaging
• Strong and stable platform enabling astrophotography to achieve sharp and detailed images

Features:
Mechanical capability
• Robust, strong & durable mechanicals
• Flexible to accept up to large refractors & medium sized reflectors

Precision drive system
• Smooth dual axis drive control
• Enabling high quality viewing even at high magnification


Computerised contol
• 13,436 object database
• One, two or three star alignment - then "Go To" control operation available

Outstanding value
• From Saxon - at a price that will surprise you
• Australia's leading supplier of telescope systems

High Quality
• Total backing from Saxon's service centre in Melbourne, and the largest base of users of any telescope brand in Australia

Manual option available
• What do I use personally for visual use - a Saxon EQ5, I am serious about flexible operation with a mount that is extra strong
• Extra stability for high magnification - I do up to 580X (Yes - 580X) with my William Optics FLT110 on my EQ5 mount regularly