Sky-Watcher Quattro 250Q & WAVE 150i & Tripod

Sky-Watcher Quattro 250Q & WAVE 150i & Tripod
( Sky-Watcher SWWAVE150250Q)

• Australian Sky-Watcher Warranty
• Purchase Guarantee (see T&C's)
• Wave 150i Mount
• Strain Wave Drive
• Carbon Fibre Tripod
• Quattro 250 OTA

Overview

The Sky-Watcher Wave 150i Strain Wave Mount utilizes harmonic gearing, also known as strain wave design, providing precise, smooth tracking with minimal backlash—ideal for long-exposure astrophotography. Its compact design and excellent payload-to-weight ratio allow versatile telescope setups while remaining highly portable. The package includes an extension tube compatible with Wave 100i and 150i mounts, a durable carbon fibre tripod for stability and ease of transport, and the 250/1000 Quattro 250 Photo Newtonian OTA featuring a dual-speed focuser for precise focusing. This setup ensures accurate, high-quality observations and imaging, making it suitable for both amateur and advanced astronomers seeking dependable performance in a lightweight package.

Key Features:

EQ & AZ Working Modes
Operates in both equatorial and alt-azimuth configurations, suitable for visual observing and astrophotography.

Lightweight & High Payload
Mount weighs 5.8 kg and supports 15 kg payload without counterweight, up to 25 kg with counterweight.

Harmonic Drive System
Stepper motor with belt drive and harmonic reducer ensures precise tracking and minimal backlash. RA: 17-100, DEC: 14-100, total ratio 300:1.

Wide Latitude Adjustment
Continuously adjustable from 0° to 90° for global usability.

RA Clutch Function
Clutch-locking on RA axis allows easy balancing with counterweights.

Wireless Connectivity
Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for app-based or hand-controller operation.

12V Power Input
Operates on 12 V DC; 0.4 A standby, 2 A during Go-To slews.

High Slew Speed
Maximum slewing rate 10°/s (2400×) for fast positioning.

Safety & Convenience
Includes RA power-off brake, home position limits, cable management, and red LED lighting for latitude scales and bubble level.

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 Quattro 250Q & WAVE 150i & Tripod