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SKYWATCHER TRIPOD FOR HEQ5

$299.00AUD $349.00
SKU: SWA-TRIHEQ5

Sky-Watcher


Engineered for stability, built for precision, the Sky-Watcher EQ5 / HEQ5 Tripod is designed to provide a rock-solid foundation for your astrophotography or visual observation setup. This rigid steel tube tripod is the perfect match for Sky-Watcher EQ5 and HEQ5 equatorial mount heads.

Crafted from durable, heavy-duty extendable steel legs, this tripod offers exceptional stability and vibration dampening, ensuring accurate tracking and clearer imaging—even at high magnifications or with heavier telescope setups. Its robust construction makes it ideal for both field use and permanent observatory installations.

The tripod comes complete with a locking centre bolt for secure mount attachment and an integrated eyepiece/accessory tray, which also serves to increase structural rigidity while keeping your essential tools and accessories within easy reach.

Whether you're a visual astronomer or a dedicated astrophotographer, this Sky-Watcher steel tripod delivers the strength and reliability your equipment demands.

When combined with the ZWO PE200, the tripod is compatible with:

SPECIFICATIONS
Compatibility

EQ5/HEQ5, ZWO PE200

Material

Steel tubing

Height

97-121cm

SKYWATCHER TRIPOD FOR HEQ5

$299.00AUD $349.00

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