SkyWatcher EQ-5 motor drive

Motorised controls increase the convenience of your observations by enabling your telescope to automatically "follow" the object you have set, after accurate polarisation. For photography, a mount with two motorised controls is simply indispensable.

In addition to tracking stars (acting as a clockwork), stepping motors are also capable of corrective interventions on the corresponding axis. Single motor control is, by definition, only on the RA axis with 2x and 4x speed. Dual motor control is capable of 2x, 4x, and 8x speeds on both the RA and DEC axes. An important feature of the product is the possibility to switch between manual and motorised fine adjustment thanks to its clutch solution.

The motorized controls can be operated from 4 goliate batteries, for which a small battery holder is included in the box. Of course, an external 6V power source can also be used.

Attention! Please note that the single motor version cannot be upgraded with an additional motor, nor can the dual motor version be upgraded with a GoTo control.

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