That is a lot of gear, seems to work for you though. I tried my refractor as well as the Newt but the HEQ5 could not handle the additional load which would have pushed the weight up near 15kg plus three weights.
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Originally Posted by mynameiscd
Hi I'm probably pushing it a bit with my HEQ5 but normally get guiding around 0.6 to 0.8 with a quick Sharp cap alignment.
I've got a 6" Newt, a C90, Finder scope, Telrad, 2 x. ASI120s, a DSLR and lead weight on the Newt opposite the DSLR to counter balance the tube.
I'm not sure what weight it is but I reckon I'm up there!!
It's a second hand unit with the Rowan belt mod already been done but it seems to be able to handle the overloading.
The only picture I have doesn't show the full loading!!!
Cheers
Andy
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