Sky-Watcher Pier Tripod for AZ-EQ5

Sky-Watcher Pier Tripod for AZ-EQ5
( Sky-Watcher SWATRIAZEQ5PIER)

• Australian Sky-Watcher Warranty
• Purchase Guarantee (see T&C's)
• AZ-EQ5 Pier Tripod
• Sturdy Extension
• Supports Mount Head
• Polar Alignment Ready

Overview

The Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 Pier Tripod is a robust and versatile support system designed to accommodate the AZ-EQ5 mount head for mid-range telescope OTAs. Constructed with a sturdy tripod base and a pier extension, it provides enhanced stability and flexibility during observations. The pier extension elevates the mount head above the tripod legs, allowing precise polar alignment at almost any latitude, which is especially useful for equatorial tracking and astrophotography. This design ensures minimal vibration, secure mounting, and reliable performance in a variety of observing conditions. Ideal for both visual observing and imaging applications.

Key Features:

Supports AZ-EQ5 Head
Compatible with AZ-EQ5 mount heads, providing stable support for mid-range telescope OTAs.

Pier Extension Riser
Includes a sturdy pier extension that elevates the mount head, allowing polar alignment at almost any latitude for precise observations.

Skywatcher Telescopes - The Company

In late 1999 the Skywatcher brand was born in Canada. Today Skywatcher is recognised as being one of the world's largest telescope suppliers. With a mission statement like the following, it is no wonder they are one of the world's biggest brands for night gazing.

'We believe that beginners’ first scopes should be not only affordable, but also of the highest quality.  Looking through a telescope for the first time is a magical moment and we believe in magic! We're called “Sky-Watcher”: our desire is to see the world-wide community of sky watchers grow, until, one day,  every person in the world can be a part of our community!

• 1 x Sky-Watcher Pier Tripod for AZ-EQ5