This tracking mount is a great start for small to medium telescopes.
(Skywatcher) EQ3 Mount with Steel Tripod and Dual Axis Stepper Motor Tracker:
Accessories included:
- Heavy duty Steel Tripod that is also suitable for an EQ5
- Eyepiece tray
- Controller for stepper motors. It needs a 6V battery / power supply connected which is not included
- Two handles for manual control.
Optional accessories:
- Counterweight 1.8 kg: +$30 - postage included.
- Counterweight 3.5 kg: +$40 - postage included.
Accessories
not included:
- User manual
- 6V battery pack / power supply for stepper motor controller.
Price
$220 ONO. Can
post at buyers expense, about $60 postage, depends on postcode.
Please note:
- While this mount tracks its celestial target if polar aligned, this is not a GOTO mount.
- It looks like a Skywatcher EQ3 mount but the brand name is not printed anywhere.
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