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Gemini DBT

Gemini G42 Permanent Pier Adaptor

Gemini G42 Permanent Pier Adaptor

Permanent Pier Adaptor for G42



£148.15 inc. VAT and delivery

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Gemini DBT

Gemini G42 5kg Stainless Steel Counterweights

Gemini G42 5kg Stainless Steel Counterweights

5kg high quality stainless steel counterweight.

Separate Delivery charge on this item.



£148.15 inc. VAT and delivery

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Ioptron

iOptron SmartStar PR GOTO Autoguider Mount

iOptron SmartStar PR GOTO Autoguider Mount

SmartStarTM-PR Computerized German Equatorial Mount can be used for both wide field astrophotography or GOTO visual observing.

The PR is built with precision worm gears and high-caliber bearings for smooth tracking around a similar chassis to the venerable EQ5 mount. The heavy-duty two-inch stainless steel tripod is portable, yet sturdy enough for wide field imaging. The PR mount also includes a latitude scale for easier alignment and a socket for an optional polar finder scope.

SmartStarTM-PR GOTO system features a database of over 130,000 objects – the most of any GoTo system on the market. The GoToNova Controller is more intuitive than its peers with better menu usabililty. It also has the largest backlit LCD screen on the market, with 8 lines of content compared with others that only have 2 lines and it's firmware upgradeable. Using the easy-to-use hand controller, you can easily set up your telescope and select where you want to go. It has a GPS port for an optional GPS mouse.

An autoguiding port and a 25lb imaging or 35lb visual payload make this mount perfect for imaging and visual observing.

The SmartStar-PR is universally compatible with all tubes using a Synta dovetail connection, making it useful for the hobbyist with multiple telescopes.



£458.76 inc. VAT and delivery

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SmartStar PR Mount Features:

German Equatorial Mount
Precision Engineered Worm Gear
9-speed Drive Motor
High-caliber Bearings & Shaft
130,000 object database with 256 user-defined objects
The largest LCD screen on the market with 8 line, 21-character Hand Control with backlit LED buttons.
Easily to Balance on Both Axes, in both RA and Dec, for smooth tracking
Clearance For Cameras and other accessories
AC connector (Optional DC adaptor available)
Strain relief power cord cable protection
Maximum imaging payload: 25 lbs, Max visual 35 lbs.

HBX ports for Autoguide, PC, and auxiliary components.
ASCOM compatible for use with planetarium software.

GPS-compatible with optional GPS Module (#8411)
2-inch heavy duty stainless steel
All metal supports-no plastic trays or joints
Solid construction joints
Maximum extended height – 50 inches
Folded height – 34 inches
Extendable stainless steel tripod legs with heavy duty mount head


AstroTrac

AstroTrac Travel System

AstroTrac Travel System

Serious astrophotography on the move is now easier than ever before with the unique ultra portable AstroTrac Travel System. Now you can take your digital SLR camera and small telescope anywhere you choose.

The travel System Includes

AstroTrac TT320x
Polar Scope
TW3100 Wedge
TP3065 Pier
8 x AA Batter Holder & Lead

The stylish TW3100 sets a new standard for high strength compact equatorial wedges. Carrying up to fifteen times its own weight, with the TW3100 you can now realise the full potential of your TT320X with larger lenses and telescopes.

The elegant TP3065 is the ultimate in portable piers created specifically for astrophotographers on the move.

Rigid yet lightweight, the TP3065 provides the ideal platform for your AstroTrac tracking mount and wedge.

Uniquely, the patent pending TP3065 collapses down and packs inside itself, making it easy to carry in the specially designed shoulder bag.



£1,429.31 inc. VAT and delivery

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AstroTrac

AstroTrac TT320x Imaging Platform

AstroTrac TT320x Imaging Platform

You can now capture great images of a huge variety of objects more quickly and easily than ever before with the new improved AstroTrac TT320X equatorial mount. Its the perfect match for easy to use DSLR cameras, providing an alternative to complex, heavy equipment and long learning curves.

The TT320X has the following new features:

Solar and lunar tracking rates as standard
New drive mechanics - more accurate than the TT320
Weighs just 1.1 kg (2.4 lb) - 0.25 kg (0.5 lb) lighter than the TT320
New longer polar scope arm - easier to polar align
Increased 15 kg (33 lb)load capacity - 5 kg (11 lb) more than the TT320
Find out more about how it works and decide what else you need to complete your AstroTrac setup.

Tracking error (Click to enlarge)
Super Accurate
The entirely redesigned drive mechanics give the TT320X unguided tracking accuracy which has to be seen to be believed.

You can easily capture pin sharp stars at 500 mm or more focal length. The only other mounts which can match the unguided tracking accuracy of the TT320X cost many thousands more.

New Drive Mechanics (Click to enlarge)
Most DSLR camera exposures are around 5 minutes or less. The TT320X has typical unguided tracking error of around 5 arcseconds peak-to-peak or better over a 5 minute period.

Each TT320X unit is individually calibrated at the factory, so the tracking rate is exactly right. You don't need to waste time measuring and adjusting the tracking rate to make sure its running at just the right speed to prevent trailed stars.

Ultra Portable
The TT320X is remarkably compact - its roughly as long and as wide as your forearm. Put it in your suitcase or your computer bag and take it with you whenever you travel.

Extreme portability (Click to enlarge). © AstroTrac Ltd

NEW - Lower Weight
The ultra portable TT320X weighs only 1.1 kg (2.4 lb). Extensive CNC light weighting of the major components makes the TT320X 0.25 kg (0.5 lb) lighter than the TT320. If you are planning your next trip - you'll be hoping to carry the minimum equipment and get the maximum results.

NEW - Increased Load Capacity
Despite its minimal weight, the TT320X can easily carry 15 kg (33 lb) of cameras, lenses and telescopes.

Power Supply
You don't need to worry about lumping large power supplies with you either. The TT320X draws minimal power, so you get around 10 hours tracking from a set of 8 AA cells. AA cells also have the advantage of being available just about anywhere in the world.

NEW - Solar and Lunar Tracking as Standard

Coronado PST and AstroTrac
The TT320X comes with 2 hours sidereal, solar and lunar rate tracking as standard, opening up an even wider range of targets to you.

If hydrogen alpha is your thing, the TT320X is the perfect companion to popular solar scopes like the Coronado PST.

The TT320X is easily polar aligned during the day for visual observation and photography of the Sun.

Capture the beauty of the moon through its ever changing phases and majestic eclipses with the built in lunar tracking mode.

Make sure you select a sufficiently rigid mounting to handle the weight of your equipment without flexing during an exposure.

Quick to Setup, Easy to Use

AstroTrac at Home. © Thomas Petit
Maximum enjoyment comes from taking the hassle out of carrying and setting up equipment, leaving you free to have fun and make the most of the moment.

It can be suprising how you can can significantly increase the amount of astro photography you do by making the most of small windows in the weather.

NEW - Easier Polar Alignment

New Longer Polar Scope Arm
The TT320X’s new polar scope arm is 40 mm longer than the TT320’s making it easier to view through the polar scope.

See how quickly you can start shooting with the new TT320X.

Gorgeous Design and Finish
Every effort has been made to make the TT320X beautiful as well as functional. The aluminium is hand brushed by a skilled craftsman and then anodised by a Rolls Royce approved company to lock in the beautiful finish and provide scratch and weather resistant for use in the field.



£513.93 inc. VAT and delivery

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Weight 1.1 kg (2.4 lb)
Load capacity 15 kg (33 lb)
Operating voltage 12 Volts DC
Operating current approximately 0.25 Amps
Operating power approximately 3 Watts
Size (stowed) 43 mm x 95 mm x 425 mm (17.2" x 3.4" x 1.7")
Tracking rates sidereal, solar, lunar
Tracking duration approximately 2 hours
Tracking accuracy typically 5 arcseconds peak-to-peak over 5 minutes
Rewind time approximately 1.5 minutes
Mounting threads standard photo 3/8" 16 tpi


AstroTrac

AstroTrac TW3100 Wedge

AstroTrac TW3100 Wedge

The stylish TW3100 sets a new standard for high strength compact equatorial wedges. Carrying up to fifteen times its own weight, with the TW3100 you can now realise the full potential of your TT320X with larger lenses and telescopes.

Rock Solid
When you've got clear skies, perfect framing, and pin-sharp focus, the last thing you need is flexure spoiling your image. The unique patent pending design of the TW3100 wedge provides a rigid platform for your imaging equipment whilst retaining true portability.

The AstroTrac TT320X is quickly and easily mounted to the TW3100 with three 4 mm stainless steel mounting screws supplied with the wedge.

Tripod and Pier Compatible
The TW3100 is perfectly matched to the AstroTrac Pier and can also be used with any photo tripod equipped with a standard 3/8" photo thread. Contact us to check compatibility with your equipment.

Easy Polar Alignment
Specially made stainless steel adjustment and locking knobs with fine pitch aerospace threads give smooth and precise altitude and azimuth adjustment even under large load.

Compact and lightweight
The TW3100 can be easily carried in your airline luggage thanks to its compact size. Get your holiday or vacation off to a great start by avoiding costly excess baggage charges. Weighing just 2.2 lb (1 kg), you'll be pleasantly suprised by how little space and baggage allowance your TW3100 takes up.

Worldwide Operation
With a latitude range of more than 90 degrees you can use the TW3100 from pole to equator. The easy-to-read latitude scale has 15 degree coarse increments and infinite fine adjustment via the conveniently located altitude adjustment knob at the rear.



£387.24 inc. VAT and delivery

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AstroTrac

AstroTrac TP3065 Pier

AstroTrac TP3065 Pier

The elegant TP3065 is the ultimate in portable piers created specifically for astrophotographers on the move.

Rigid yet lightweight, the TP3065 provides the ideal platform for your AstroTrac tracking mount and wedge.

Uniquely, the patent pending TP3065 collapses down and packs inside itself, making it easy to carry in the specially designed shoulder bag.

Compact and lightweight
The TP3065 gives you the solid platform your need for trail free images.

The aerospace grade aluminium main column is held rigidly upright by three stainless steel tension cables.

It takes just a few seconds to hand tighten the tension cables using the specially designed AstroTrac stainless steel tensioners.

If you need additional stability, simply fill your pier with sand bags, stones or the AstroTrac water bag.

Pack and go
You'll love the way the pier's legs and your TT320X pack away into the provided leg roll which in turn packs away inside the main pier column, together with your wedge and polar scope. The result is an easy to carry 6" diameter tube which can easily be stowed on the back seat of your car or carried on an aeroplane.

Flexible mounting options
The top mounting plate comes pre-drilled ready to attach your AstroTrac TW3100 Wedge, Manfrotto 410 Geared head, or other mount.

Built in cable management
Conveniently located holes in the top and bottom plates allow you to pass your USB data and 12 V power cables through the pier preventing tangling.

Expedition tested under real conditions
You don't need to worry about leaving your pier out overnight thanks to the all aerospace grade aluminium, stainless steel and brass construction.



£407.67 inc. VAT and delivery

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AstroTrac

AstroTrac TT320x Package

AstroTrac TT320x Package

If you are planning a trip soon, this special package has everything you need to start taking great shots of the night sky. Just add your digital SLR camera and lens.

With a total weight of just 5.5 kg (12.1 lb), you can take this kit just about anywhere with you.

Save 10% on the cost of buying the components separately!

This offer includes:

1 x AstroTrac TT320X
1 x AstroTrac Polar Scope
1 x Manfrotto 055XPROB Tripod
1 x Manfrotto 486 RC2 Ball Head
1 x Manfrotto 410 Junior Geared Head
1 x AstroTrac 8xAA Battery Holder & Lead

(8 x AA batteries not included)



£969.38 inc. VAT and delivery

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AstroTrac

AstroTrac TT320x Polar Alignment Scope

AstroTrac TT320x Polar Alignment Scope

High quality Polar alignment scope for achieving accurate polar alignment in minutes with the TT320 Imaging PLatform.

The TT320x has a built in polar arm into which a polar scope Magnetically locates to make polar alignment quick and easy. For transportation and storage the polar arm tucks away neatly between the drive arms.
The polar arm has convenient markings to show which way to un-stow in the northern and southern hemispheres.

The polar arm rotates and clicks every 15 degrees, allowing the polar scope to be positioned with a unobstructed view of the Celestial Pole clear of cameras or telescopes. Astrotrac Polar alignment is quick and easy, usually taking a minute. Simply insert the polar scope through the polar arm using the appropriate adapter. Rotate the polar scope until the reticle is correctly aligned. Then make fine adjustments to correctly align on the celestial pole.



£105.24 inc. VAT and delivery

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Skywatcher

Skywatcher EQ3 Pro Synscan Mount

Skywatcher EQ3 Pro Synscan Mount

Sky-Watcher offers simple solutions for users who would like to attach their smaller telescope to a convenient computerised system but do not wish to deal with the weight of the HEQ5 or EQ6 PRO mounts. The EQ3 PRO SynScanTM mounts use the same Go-To system found in the HEQ5 and EQ6 PRO SynScanTM. It allows you to point the telescope at a specific object or even tour the skies at the touch of a button. The SynScan™ Computer includes a massive 42,900+ night sky objects in its extensive database.

The EQ3 PRO SynScanTM mount is a perfect instrument for novice visual observers and imagers to enjoy astronomy with minimal setup time and in-depth knowledge of the night sky.

PLEASE NOTE: The Motor Control box supplied is designed to clamp onto 1.75” Diameter Stainless Steel Pipe tripod legs. In this instance the Motor Control Box should be attached with either cord or Velcro (Not Supplied)

Positioning Accuracy up to 1 arc minute. Accuracy enhanced by software collimation error (mount mechanical error) compensation.
Stepper motors with 1.8° step angle and 64 micro steps driven.
Slewing speed up to 3.4°/sec (800X).
Guiding speed selectable from 0.25X, 0.50X, 0.75X, or 1X.
42,900+ Object database containing complete Messier, NGC, and IC catalogues.
Quiet Operation

Periodic Error Correction.
PC compatibility.
Upgradeable hand control via internet download.
Maximum Payload e.g. Explorer-150P/PL Reflector or Evostar-120 Refractor
Supplied with Aluminium Tripod & Accessory Tray



£392.35 inc. VAT and delivery

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