Omegon tracking motor for 2 and EQ-3
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Our company is involved in preparing official permits from the Polish Ministry of Development and Technology, which allows us to export all dual-use drones, optics, and portable radiophones without VAT on the Polish side / and without VAT on the Ukrainian side.

Omegon tracking motor for 2 and EQ-3

Imagine a crisp, starlit evening. You've locked onto an object in your telescope's field of view, perhaps the magnificent planet Jupiter. As you observe, you notice it quickly slipping out of sight. With manual controls, you'd be constantly readjusting to keep it centered...

151.73 $
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123.36 $ net price (non-EU countries)

Anatolii Livashevskyi
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Description

Imagine a crisp, starlit evening. You've locked onto an object in your telescope's field of view, perhaps the magnificent planet Jupiter. As you observe, you notice it quickly slipping out of sight. With manual controls, you'd be constantly readjusting to keep it centered...

But there's an easier way.

Introducing the tracking motor for your Omegon mount. No more tedious manual adjustments. Simply connect it, and you're free to focus on your observations. The motor effortlessly maintains your telescope's alignment at sidereal speed, ensuring your target stays within view as long as the motor is engaged.

Additional features include a handbox for convenient control. With large buttons for 8X and 2X sidereal speeds, as well as a pause function, you have precise command over your observations. Plus, with switches for hemisphere selection, this motor adapts to any location worldwide. And fear not, the handbox is designed for easy operation, even with gloves on.

In summary:

  • RA axis motor for automatic tracking
  • Powers the telescope's primary axis
  • Ideal for visual observing
  • Simple operation eliminates the need for manual adjustments
  • Quick and easy installation in just minutes
  • Handbox offers 2X and 8X speeds, plus hemisphere selection
  • Battery compartment accommodates six D batteries for long-lasting power

 

SPECIFICATIONS

Capacity

Appropriate for mounting: Omegon 76/900 EQ-2 & 150/750 EQ-3

Power supply: 9V

Motor speeds: 2- and 8

Special Features

Tracking on DEC axis: No

Tracking on RA axis: Yes

Hand controller: Yes

Switch between northern / southern hemispheres: Yes

General

Type: Mount accessories

Type of build: Motors & Controls

Data sheet

285WCS4OAV

Official permits of the Ministry of Development and Technology

Our company is involved in preparing official permits from the Polish Ministry of Development and Technology, which allows us to export all dual-use drones, optics, and portable radiophones without VAT on the Polish side / and without VAT on the Ukrainian side.