Sky-Watcher EQ5 Dual-Axis Motor Drive with ST4 – Product description
Sky-Watcher EQ5 Dual-Axis Motor Drive with ST4 belongs to the Controls, Motors range. Dual-axis motor drive kit for the Sky-Watcher EQ5 with upgraded hand controller, ST4 autoguider port and sidereal, solar and lunar tracking rates.
Key product details
- Owners of a manual Sky-Watcher EQ5
- Visual observing with automatic tracking
- Entry-level tracked astrophotography
- Two drive motors for both axes
- ST4 autoguider port
- Sidereal, solar and lunar tracking rates
Product overview
This motor kit upgrades a manual EQ5 with powered tracking on both axes. It removes the need for constant manual tracking during visual observing and provides the basis for longer photographic exposures.
Suitable applications
- Owners of a manual Sky-Watcher EQ5
- Visual observing with automatic tracking
- Entry-level tracked astrophotography
Included equipment
- Two drive motors for both axes
- ST4 autoguider port
- Sidereal, solar and lunar tracking rates
- 0.5x, 2x and 16x correction speeds according to product data
- Hand controller
- Motor brackets and cables
Power supply
According to the product information, the system runs from four D batteries. Batteries or a separate power supply are not included.
Practical note
Before buying, make sure your mount is the Sky-Watcher EQ5. Similar mounts can differ in motor brackets and gearing.
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