Sky-Watcher EQM-35 Equatorial GoTo Mount

Sky-Watcher EQM-35 Equatorial GoTo Mount

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$970.00

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  • Equatorial GoTo mount

  • Removable Dec assembly to convert to tracking mount

  • 22 pound payload capacity

  • SynScan hand controller with 42,000+ object database

  • Dual or single axis tracking

  • Single 7.5 pound counterweight

  • Built-in polar scope

  • Adjustable height, steel legged tripod

  • Compatible with Star Adventurer Dec L-bracket and ball head adapter

Our Product #: S30500
Sky-Watcher Product #: S30500
 

Product Description

The Sky-Watcher EQM-35 provides a convenient, stable platform for refractors up to 100mm or up to 127mm Maksutovs. Designed as an imaging system, it also works astonoshingly well for visual use. This mount is perfect for the beginner as well as the more advanced astronomer.

The removable dec assembly allows for the use of Star Adventurer L-brackets or ball head adapters, turning the mount into a heavy duty tracking system.

If what you’re looking for is a lightweight, stable mount that is precise and easy to use, the EQM-35 is the mount you’re looking for.

Mount Type

EQ
Tripod

Adjustable height, steel tripod legs
Power Type

DC11~16V 4A
Motor Type

1.8° Hybrid Stepper Motor
Slew Speeds

1000x, 800x, 600x, 400x, 200x, 32x, 16x, 8x, 2x, 1x
Tracking Rates

Sidereal, Lunar, Solar
Tracking Modes

Dual or single axis tracking
Alignment Procedures

One-, two- and three-star Alignment
Computer Hand Control

SynScan hand controller, flash upgradeable
Database

Complete Messier, NGC, IC and SAO catalogs, 25 user-defined objects, total 42,900+ objects
Mounting Saddle Type

V-Style
Fully Assembled Weight (with weights)

22.7 pounds
Payload Capacity (lbs)

22 pounds

Tech Details

Reviews

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The steel tripod kept an 80mm Astro-Tech EDT refractor rock steady even in a strong breeze. The telescope didn't shake during focusing and didn't vibrate after focusing. Tracking is spot on. The assembly manual is sparse but I was able to follow the diagrams to quickly put it together. The SynScan manual is at best only fair-minus because the alignment instructions lack enough detail to properly align the scope to successfully use the GoTo function. For example, at step 3.3 on page 11, the manual doesn't explain how to navigate the SkyTour / list of stars that appears immediately after selecting "align the scope." Since I use the scope for planetary observing this was not a hindrance during the first couple of sessions because I was able to slew the telescope manually to Venus, the Moon, and Saturn. However, the SynScan handset screen claimed Saturn was below the horizon an hour after it rose. I'd have rated it higher but for the SynScan issues. (Posted on 5/26/2023)
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