SkyWatcher Starquest DX Deluxe equatorial mount

Compact equatorial mount Starquest DX Deluxe

The new generation Starquest DX mount is a high-quality, lightweight mount that, thanks to its ease of use, is suitable for both beginners and experienced observers. Once aligned to Polaris, the mount allows for easy tracking of celestial objects using the flexible shafts. The mount offers a maximum payload of 5 kg and comes on a sturdy, height-adjustable stainless steel tripod for maximum stability. The mount is equipped with 360° drives in the right ascension and declination axes. An optional DC motor drive (No. 20940) can be attached to the right ascension axis for automatic tracking. The set includes a smartphone adapter for those first attempts at photographing the night sky.

Counterweight rod with 2.5 kg counterweight
Maximum load: 5 kg
Worm gear
Large 95 mm gear in RA (with 93 teeth)
62 mm gear in DEC (with 60 teeth)
Clutches in R. and DEC axes
Adjustable pitch circles in both axes
45 mm dovetail clamp
Mount head weight: 1.4 kg
Tripod weight: 2.4 kg
Tripod extendable from 680 mm to 1160 mm
Optional RA motor drive available (No. 20940)

Included:

Starquest DX mount with stainless steel tripod and eyepiece tray
Flexible shafts
Counterweight rod with 2.5 kg counterweight

General
Shipping weight
8 kg
Shipping size
80 x 40 x 20 cm
Mount
Type
Equatorial mount
Max. visual load (kg)
5
Total mount weight (kg)
3.8