Thread: [SOLD] SW AZ-EQ5 Pro
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Old 15-09-2023, 10:43 AM
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Arrow SW AZ-EQ5 Pro

Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 goto mount & tripod in excellent condition. Purchased in April 2022 but due to long periods of bad weather it hasn't really seen much use & I have now upgraded. Would prefer pick up but can arrange delivery at buyers expense.
Handles ~15kg in EQ mode & 2 x 15kg in Alt-AZ. Comes with all original cables, hand controller, counterweights, etc.

Note: This is the version with the standard tripod, not the pier extension type.
  • Mount Type: EQ/Alt-AZ Dual Mode Go-To
  • Payload 15kg (for Astrophotography)
  • Accessory Tray: Yes
  • Motor Drive: Built-in 1.8° Hybrid Stepper Motor
  • Hand Control: Version 4 Go-to SynScan
  • Tripod Height: 185-121cm
  • Tripod Weight: 5.6 kg
  • Mount Head Weight: 7.7kg
  • Counterweights: 3.5kg x 2
  • Counterweight Bar Diam: 18mm
  • Counterweight Bar Length: 162mm + 120mm (extension)
  • Latitude Range: 28° – 90°
  • Azimuth Range: +/- 15°
  • Power Requirement: DC 12~16V – 3A
  • Pointing Accuracy: up to 5 arc. min.
  • Slewing Speed: up to 3.4°/sec (800X)
  • Guiding Speed: 0.125X, 0.25X, 0.50X, 0.75X, or 1X
  • Motors Resolution: approx. 0.25 arc-second (5184000 Counts/Rev.)
  • Encoders Resolution: approx. 4.2 arc-minutes (5144 Counts/Rev.)
$1750 o.n.o plus delivery if required.

Cheers,
Mark
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Last edited by Drac0; 05-01-2024 at 04:40 PM.