SKYWATCHER EQ-AL55i WIFI MOUNT
The Sky-Watcher EQ-AL55i is an ultra portable WiFi and GO-TO equatorial travel mount ideal for astrophotography with small to medium sized telescopes. With a payload capacity of 10kg, the EQ-AL55i is a significant step up from the Star Adventurer GTI.
In addition to the built-in WiFi with full smartphone control with the free app for iOS and Android devices, the EQ-AL55i can be controlled with the Synscan hand controller (sold separately).
The EQ-AL55i features a Vixen style dovetail saddle for compatible accessories and optical tube assemblies. The mount includes a sturdy steel legged tripod.
The integrated polar scope with an included illuminator helps the polar alignment process in both the Northern or Southern hemispheres. That is a great advantage for achieving professional astronomical photos. In addition, the auto-guide system enhances the tracking in both axes with a guide scope and camera (sold separately).
Note: Power supply not included. The mount comes with a cigarette lighter cable which will allow you to power it from a standard 12V field battery. If you wish to power the mount from an AC source, we recommend the Testar 12V 5A camera power supply.
Specifications
| Mount type | German equatorial with WiFi |
|---|---|
| Payload capacity | 10 kg |
| Latitude range | 0-90° |
| Dovetail saddle | Vixen-style |
| Weight | 3.7 kg (excluding counterweights |
| Power requirement | DC 12V 2A, 5.5 x 2.1mm |
| Connectivity | Hand Controller, USB, Wi-Fi, Autoguider, DSLR SNAP port |
| Tracking rate | Sidereal, solar, lunar, |
| Controller | SynScan Pro App (Android/iOS/PC), SynScan Hand Controller (sold separately) |
| Warranty | 2 years for electronic parts, 5 years for mechanical components |
| SKU | SWEQ-AL55I |
Included items
- Sky-Watcher EQ-AL55i Mount Head (White)
- Tripod with accessory tray
- Illuminated polar scope
- Counterweight shaft
- 1 x 3.4 kg counterweight
- 1 x 1.8 kg counterweight
