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Old 19-10-2008, 04:40 PM
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Octane (Humayun)
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Originally Posted by Matty P View Post
Hi Humayun,

I use a 17AH power tank to power my EQ6. It powers my mount for at least 3-4 imaging sessions before it need a recharge.

You could also get a 12V regulated power supply that has a cigarette lighter adapter when you have access to 240V power. I know Jaycar sell this.

Hope this helps.
Matt,

Thanks, mate.

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Originally Posted by [1ponders] View Post
We (Mapleton Observatory) use a variable DC powersource. We find anything less than about 15V causes stalls when fast slewing. ATM we are using 16V and 1200X sideral for our slew with np at all.
Paul,

So, the G-11 (Gemini) can handle more than 12V? What is a variable DC power source? Is that not a battery? I'm pretty new to this as I used to power my Meade LX90 LNT from mains AC to DC.

I have a deep cycle battery and that's about it. Bit clueless.

Regards,
Humayun
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