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Saxon NEQ6 Pro GoTo Computersied Equatorial Mount

$1,898.00 inc GST

 

In stock, very limited stock available.

Recommended Product for Advanced Astronomy & Astrophotography – The #1 work horse mount of amateur astronomers & astrophotographers globally !

Designed for larger telescopes. Delivers a strong and stable platform – enabling astrophotography to achieve sharp and detailed images and provide for rock steady, high magnification visual studies.

The Saxon NEQ6 Pro Computerized Equatorial Mount features the SynScan control system with automatic slewing to a 13,436 object database.

Supply includes Saxon Australia 5 year Warranty

Please note : This product is 100% identical to the Skywatcher version, the only variance being the after sales service, where we prefer Saxon.

Description

In stock, limited stock available.

The #1 work horse mount of amateur astronomers Australia wide & globally.

Saxon SynScan mounts have been designed for use by novices and experts alike.

The Saxon NEQ6 Pro “Go To” Equatorial Mount w/SynScan provides extremely high precision tracking and have built in autoguider ports. Even the most demanding experts will be impressed by the capability of these mounts for astrophotography. For novice users the user-friendly menu onboard the Saxon NEQ6 Pro Equatorial Mount 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 EQ6 PRO Mounts, They also come with features that advanced astronomers can appreciate.

 

Saxon NEQ6 Pro “Go To” Equatorial Mount w/SynScan Features…

* 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

 

Saxon NEQ6 Pro “Go To” Equatorial Mount w/Syscan Specifications…

Mount Type: German Equatorial Telescope Mounting

Slow-motion Control: R.A. & Dec (motor controlled)

Tripod: 2″ Diameter Stainless Steel

Tripod Height: 85-147cm

Tripod Weight: 7.5Kgs

Counterweight Shaft Diameter: 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)

12V DC 2Amp power-supply required (Tip positive)

Motor Type: Micro step 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

Power supply – unit is suitable for use with a 12V DC 2 Amp power supply. Unit is supplied with 12v DC cable for connection to your car DC power source, use of other power sources is not recommended and may affect warranty. Please do NOT select a power supply of greater than 12V DC and 2 Amperes as this will cause damage to the control system.

Supply includes full 100% Saxon Australian 5 Year Warranty

Please note : This product is 100% identical to the Skywatcher version, the only variance being the after sales service, where we prefer Saxon.

Additional information

Weight142 kg
Dimensions58 × 78 × 46 cm