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The Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5GT is essentially a smaller, lighter version of the highly successful AZ EQ6GT.
Works great with The SkyWatcher Wifi Dongle.
In EQ mode, the AZ-EQ5GT is designed for either visual use or astro-imaging. In AZ mode, it is primarily intended for visual use and in this mode two telescopes can be mounted simultaneously in parallel.
Patented Skywatcher dual-encoder 'FreedomFind' technology allows the telescope to be moved manually in either axis outwardly the mount losing its positional information. This gives the user freedom, convenience and flexibility during observational sessions.
Equatorial and Alt-Az mode
Mount weight (without tripod) 7.7kg
Payload 15kg (equatorial mode) + 10kg each side (Alt-AZ mode)
Fully automatic and manual (dual encoders Freedom FindTM)
High precision polar alignment aided by
user friendly adjustment knobs and by Synscan software
1. Whisper slew
2. Precision worm gearing combined with smooth belt transmission
3. PPEC
4. Autoguider port
5. USB interface
6. Dual camera shutter control port
7. Multiple language handcontroller supplied
- Payload Capacity: 15kg (EQ Mode) or 15kg+15kg (Alt-AZ Dual-Mode)
- Latitude Adjustment Range: 0-90°
- Azimuth Adjustment Range: Approx 15°
- Weight (excl. tripod & counterweights): 7.7kg
- Counterweights: 2 x 3.5kg
- Dovetail Saddles: 2 x 45mm (Accepts Sky-Watcher/Vixen type Dovetail Bars)
- Pier Tripod: Weight 6.1kg, 1.75” Stainless Steel Legs (also compatible with EQ5/HEQ5 Tripod)
- Counterweight Bar: 18mm Diameter, Length 162mm + 120mm Extension
- Motors: 1.8° Hybrid Stepper Motors
- Transmission: 135:1 Worm Drive + 36:12 Timing Belt Drive + 64 Micro-Step/1.8° Stepper Motor Drive
- Gear Ratio: 810
- Resolution: 5184000 Counts/Rev (approx. 0.25 arc-second)
- Maximum Slewing Speed: 3.4°/second
- Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar
- Tracking Mode: Equatorial or Alt-Azimuth
- Auto-Guiding Speed: 0.125x, 0.25x, 0.5x, 0.75x & 1x
- Whisper Quiet Slewing
- PPEC Control in EQ Mode
- DSLR Electronic Shutter Release Ports: 2
- Autoguider Interface: Yes
- USB Interface: Yes
- Hand Controller: Synscan (42,900+ Object Database)
- Polar Alignment: Via Software Control (Polar Scope optional)
- Pointing Accuracy: Up to 5 Arc-Minutes (RMS)
- Resolution of Aux R.A./Dec Axis Encoders: 5144 Counts/Rev., approx. 4.2 Arc-Minutes
- Power Requirement: DC 11-16V 2A
Building on the foundation of the popular Evostar line of refractors, Sky-Watcher has developed the all new Evolux. Designed for the savvy astrophotographer looking for a lightweight scope that still packs a punch with key upgrades in the optics and the mechanics, Evolux is a perfect fit for a widefield grab and go setup.
Sky-Watcher’s Evolux apochromatic doublet refractors are the perfect blend of superior extra-low dispersion glass and affordability. The lens assembly utilizes a proprietary combination of matched lenses, delivering tack-sharp stars with charcoal-black, contrast-rich skies. All ED glass elements feature our proprietary Metallic High-Transmission Coatings™ (MHTC™), virtually eliminating all false color while the adjustable dew shield prevents stray light and condensation from affecting your photography.
Evolux comes in a foam-lined aluminum case with a 2.4-inch dual-speed rack-and-pinion-style focuser, dual finderscope brackets, a V-style dovetail, clamshell ring, adjustable dew shield, and the optional reducer/corrector.
EVOLUX 80ED Refractor OTA
- 82mm diameter
- New ED (Extra-low-dispersion) glass
- New 2-element lens design
- Focal length=530mm / f = 6.4
- Focal length = 480mm / f=5.8 with optional dedicated reducer/flattener for wider field of view
- Net Weight: 2.6kg
- Retractable dewshield for compact handling and storage
- High precision new 61mm (2.4″) dual-speed focuser
- Aluminum hard case
| SKU |
S11310 |
| UPC |
050234113106 |
| Optical Info |
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| Optical Design |
Apochromatic |
| Lens Coatings |
Fully multi-coated |
| Lens Design |
ED Doublet (Air Spaced) |
| Glass Type |
ED Doublet |
| Optical Quality |
Diffraction limited (1/4 wave) |
| Collimatable Cell |
Yes (Push/Pull Cell) |
| Primary Aperture (mm) |
82 |
| F/Ratio |
6.45 |
| Focal Length (mm) |
530 |
| Observational Info |
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| Dawes Limit |
1.41 |
| Rayleigh Limit |
1.7 |
| Limiting Mag. |
12 |
| Minimum Magnification |
12x |
| Maximum Magnification |
161x |
| Light Gathering (compared to next size down) |
75% (compared to Evolux 62ED) |
| Mechanical Specifications |
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| Focuser |
2.4" Dual Speed (11:1) Rack & Pinion |
| Focuser: Rotatable? |
No |
| Compression Ring |
Yes |
| Retractable dew shield |
Yes |
| OTA material |
Aluminum |
| OTA Length (Retract/Ext.) |
16.375"/22.25" |
| Dew Shield diameter (mm) |
100mm |
| OTA Diameter |
90mm |
| OTA Weight (with accessories) |
6.5 lbs |
| Mounting rings |
Yes |
| Dovetail type |
V-style dovetail |
| Dovetail length |
6" |
| Optional Corrector/Reducer Specifications |
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| Corrector Name |
Evolux 82ED 0.9x reducer kit |
| Optional Corrector/Reducer SKU |
S20207 |
| Reduction (reducer only) |
0.9x |
| Corrector - insertable or thread-on |
Thread-on |
| Corrector thread size |
M56x1 female/M48 male |
| Corrector back focus |
55mm |
| Corrector illuminated field |
36mm |
| Includes one ED element |
Yes |
| F/Ratio with reducer installed |
5.8 |
| Focal Length with reducer installed |
477mm |
| Corrector adapter needed? |
Yes |
| Corrector allow for 2" filters? |
No (Adapter included with reducer) |
| Accessories |
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| Eyepieces |
No |
| Diagonal |
No |
| Mounting Hardware |
Clamshell/Dovetail |
| Camera Adapter |
No |
| Flattener or Corrector |
No |
| Collimation eyepiece |
No |
| Finder |
No |
| Case |
Yes |
| Case Dimensions |
19.5" x 10.75" x 7.75" |
| Shipping Weight |
13.2 lbs. |
| Shipping Dimensions |
23" x 13" x 11" |
