Skywatcher AZ EQ5GT PRO SYNSCAN Mount
The Skywatcher AZ EQ5GT PRO SYNSCAN Mount is a dual-mode equatorial/alt-az GoTo mount for stable visual observation and, where the configuration allows, astrophotography. Its mechanical design, drive system and connection standard are summarized below so that the mount can be matched to the telescope or optical instrument.
It is suitable for the applications described below. Payload figures are manufacturer values; for imaging, allow additional reserve for the tube, camera, guider, cables and wind load.
Highlights
- Payload: up to 15 kg per side im AZ-Modus (visuale Nutzung)
- motorized EQ-/AZ-tracking with SynScan GoTo
- Dual-Fit for Vixen/Sky-Watcher- and größere dovetail bars
- 42.900 objects, Freedom-Find-Doppelencoder, zwei 3,5-kg-counterweights
Technical data
| Mount type: | Dual-mode equatorial/alt-az GoTo mount |
| Payload: | up to 15 kg per side im AZ-Modus (visuale Nutzung) |
| Mount weight: | approx. 19,5 kg total weight |
| Drive / movement: | motorized EQ-/AZ-tracking with SynScan GoTo |
| Saddle / connection: | Dual-Fit for Vixen/Sky-Watcher- and größere dovetail bars |
| Tripod / base: | stainless-steel tripod |
| Key features: | 42.900 objects, Freedom-Find-Doppelencoder, zwei 3,5-kg-counterweights |
| Package contents: | AZ-EQ5GT, stainless-steel tripod, SynScan-hand controller and 2 × 3,5-kg-counterweight |
Practical setup advice
When choosing a mount, consider focal length, tube length, wind load, camera, guiding equipment and all accessories in addition to the nominal payload. For imaging, staying below the visual maximum generally improves tracking and guiding. A level base and careful balancing also make operation smoother.
Package contents
AZ-EQ5GT, stainless-steel tripod, SynScan-hand controller and 2 × 3,5-kg-counterweight. Check the exact product variant and the current manufacturer specification before ordering.
Related products: Mount accessories · Telescope accessories · Eyepieces
Technical data based on manufacturer and specialist-retailer specifications, checked 22 September 2026. Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 SynScan product data.
Unfortunately there are no reviews yet. Be the first who rates this product.
You must be logged in to submit a review. Login
