Visit Sky-Watcher STARQUEST DX Deluxe<\/strong> is a new-generation equatorial mount, designed to offer an excellent compromise between lightweight, stable and precise<\/strong>. Easy to transport and simple to use, it is equally suited to beginners<\/strong> and astronomers looking for a practical solution for their regular observations.<\/p>\n Thanks to its equatorial operation, it allows you to naturally follow the movement of the stars<\/strong> after polar stationing, making observation much more comfortable.<\/p>\n Once correctly aligned with the celestial pole, the STARQUEST DX mount tracks objects in the sky with a single movement on the right ascension axis (R.A.<\/strong>).<\/p>\n Visit slow-motion cables<\/strong> provided on the R.A. and declination axes (DEC<\/strong>) offer precise, progressive control, ideal for :<\/p>\n The frame benefits from a serious design with :<\/p>\n This mechanism ensures precise tracking, pleasant fluidity and increased durability.<\/p>\n Both axes have graduated circles<\/strong> and brakes (clutches)<\/strong>, for easy aiming and adjustment.<\/p>\n With a 5 kg load capacity<\/strong>, STARQUEST DX is perfectly suited to :<\/p>\n Fastening is by means of a 45 mm Vixen standard dovetail<\/strong>, for extended compatibility.<\/p>\n STARQUEST DX can be fitted with a optional motor for right ascension axis<\/strong>. This motor enables automatic monitoring<\/strong> of celestial objects, enhancing viewing comfort and opening the door to more advanced uses.<\/p>\n This is an excellent option for gradually moving towards a more technical approach.<\/p>\n The frame is supplied with a fully adjustable stainless steel tripod<\/strong>, guaranteeing :<\/p>\n The height is adjustable from 68 cm to 116 cm<\/strong>, for optimum user comfort.<\/p>\n A accessory tray<\/strong> is also included for added convenience.<\/p>\n STARQUEST DX remains highly portable with :<\/p>\n This makes it an excellent solution for nomadic astronomers.<\/p>\n A 2.5 kg counterweight<\/strong> and bar are included to balance the instrument correctly.<\/p>\n Visit STARQUEST DX Deluxe<\/strong> is an excellent mount for serious beginners in astronomy, with a reliable and precise equatorial system.<\/p>\n It combines ease of use, good stability and upgradeability<\/strong> thanks to optional motorization.<\/p>\n Perfect for learning to track celestial objects and understanding how an equatorial mount works, it's an excellent choice for progressing in astronomy.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Sky-Watcher STARQUEST DX : monture \u00e9quatoriale l\u00e9g\u00e8re, pr\u00e9cise et \u00e9volutive La Sky-Watcher STARQUEST DX Deluxe est une monture \u00e9quatoriale de nouvelle g\u00e9n\u00e9ration, con\u00e7ue pour offrir un excellent compromis entre l\u00e9g\u00e8ret\u00e9, stabilit\u00e9 et pr\u00e9cision. Facile \u00e0 transporter et simple \u00e0 utiliser, elle convient aussi bien aux d\u00e9butants qu\u2019aux astronomes souhaitant une solution pratique pour leurs observations […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":14797,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[822],"product_cat":[20,762],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-14796","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_brand-sky-watcher","product_cat-montures","product_cat-equatoriales","first","on_supplier","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/14796","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14796"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/14797"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14796"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=14796"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=14796"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=14796"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Fluid monitoring of the night sky<\/h3>\n
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Robust, precise mechanics<\/h3>\n
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Capacity for lightweight instruments<\/h3>\n
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Scalable frame with optional motorization<\/h3>\n
Stability ensured by a steel tripod<\/h3>\n
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Easy transport and low weight<\/h3>\n
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\n Features<\/th>\n Detail<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n \n Type<\/td>\n Manual equatorial mount<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Payload<\/td>\n 5 kg<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Transmission<\/td>\n Worm gears + helical gears<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Gear R.A.<\/td>\n 95 mm \/ 93 teeth<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n DEC gears<\/td>\n 62 mm \/ 60 teeth<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Controls<\/td>\n Slow-motion cables (2 axes)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Tube mounting<\/td>\n Vixen 45 mm dovetail<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Counterweight<\/td>\n 1 x 2.5 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Tripod<\/td>\n Adjustable stainless steel<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Tripod height<\/td>\n 68 cm to 116 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Why choose the Sky-Watcher STARQUEST DX?<\/h3>\n