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The Orion Min-EQ Equatorial Mount for the travelling astronomer has compact size and light weight and is great for vacationing and for travelling astrophotography. Motor drive has multi-speed handset. Includes adapter for cameras, spotting scopes and other devices with a threaded 1/4"-20 threaded hole. Camera not included.

The EQ2 Equatorial Mount is suited to both beginners and experienced astronomers. It offers very good stability and the tall, fully adjustable aluminium tripod with large accessory tray is a real plus.

"The SupaTrak mount is a lightweight mount, suitable for small telescopes; it is easy to assemble, align and use...A particularly strong point is the sturdiness of the mount...There is no excessive vibration...Controls and slew rate are excellent." Endorsed and recommended by Sir Patrick Moore CBE FRS.

The latest version of the superb EQ3-2 mount incorporates a standard dovetail receiver not shown in this picture - and can be upgraded to full GOTO function. It receives high marks from experienced observers. This sturdy and portable mount offers a host of other features for the serious astronomer.

The very sturdy EQ5 Equatorial mount provides excellent precision and stability and a host of other useful features for the serious astronomer. Drives and Goto kits available as upgrades.

Back by popular demand! The standard HEQ5 represents stunning value at £499 and can be upgraded to full Goto Pro Series specification at a later date with the addition of MT136. Most of the stability and all of the accuracy of the EQ6 but more easily transportable.

The HEQ5 is Simon's favourite mount and this version has the smoothness and accuracy of the Goto version with a straightforward dual-axis hand controller. These mount also have amongst the best polar alignment scopes on the market today. All the accuracy of the EQ6 but a manageable mount for portable use. Highly recommended.

Unparalled value for money and stability in a mount in this class. This version has the smoothness and accuracy of the Goto version with a straightforward dual-axis hand controller. These mount also have amongst the best polar alignment scopes on the market today. Superior to the HEQ5 in load carrying ability, but consider the HEQ5 if any portability is required. Highly recommended.

Alter D6 Equatorial Mount is in stock and on display at The Widescreen Centre. Extremely rigid, heavy-duty mount, suitable for apertures up to 400 mm. Upgradeable to Goto with the addition of the AWR system - phone Simon on (020) 7935 2580 for details.