[Harpage (Danh)]

Hi,

Just ordered a HEQ5 Pro, which I’ll be using for astrophotography! I have only ordered the mount at the moment, as I don’t have enough to get a scope. So in the mean time, I thought I’d attach my DSLR to the HEQ5 and do some widefield shots.

So far, the easiest method I’ve seen is to attach a 1/4”-20 bolt to your dovetail and screw on the camera. However, I’m actually struggling to find a 1/4” bolt with 20 threads per inch - Bunnings sells a bunch but don’t mention the thread pitch which is a bit annoying.

I would have used the quick release plate on my old tripod, but unfortunately it’s way to large to attach onto a dovetail saddle (the maximum width Vixen saddles accept is 44mm, right?).

So does anyone know where I can get 1/4”-20 bolts here in Australia? Or does anyone know the thread pitches of the bolts you can get at Bunnings?

Thanks in advance.