{"id":14821,"date":"2026-04-29T11:31:41","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T09:31:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/?post_type=product&p=14821"},"modified":"2026-04-29T11:31:54","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T09:31:54","slug":"sky-watcher-eq-al55i-pro","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/product\/sky-watcher-eq-al55i-pro\/","title":{"rendered":"Sky-Watcher EQ-AL55i PRO"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sky-Watcher EQ-AL55i PRO: a modern, portable equatorial mount for use at all latitudes<\/h3>\n

Visit Sky-Watcher EQ-AL55i PRO<\/strong> is an innovative Go-To equatorial mount designed for astronomers seeking an excellent compromise between portability, precision and modern astrophotography<\/strong>. Thanks to its intelligent design and numerous built-in features, it is ideal for both astrophotographers and visual observers looking for high-performance yet easy-to-transport equipment.<\/p>\n

One of its most remarkable features is its dual-position counterweight bar system<\/strong>, which can be used over an extremely wide latitude range from 0\u00b0 \u00e0 90\u00b0<\/strong>. This feature solves a frequent problem encountered with conventional mounts, which are often limited in areas close to the equator or the poles.<\/p>\n

Modern control via integrated Wi-Fi<\/h3>\n

The frame directly integrates a Wi-Fi module<\/strong>, for wireless control via :<\/p>\n

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  • Smartphone<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Tablet<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • PC<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    It works with the free SynScan Pro<\/strong> available on :<\/p>\n

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    • iOS<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Android<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Windows<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      This modern solution enables :<\/p>\n

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      • Go-To pointing<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Automatic tracking<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Managing astrophotography<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Remote control<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        A conventional SynScan controller can also be used as an option.<\/p>\n

        High-performance precision and tracking<\/h3>\n

        The EQ-AL55i PRO is equipped with :<\/p>\n

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        • High-precision DC Servo motors<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • Worm gear transmission<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • Precise micro-guiding system<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          The resolution of the right ascension axis is approximately :<\/p>\n

          0.32 arc second<\/strong><\/p>\n

          This precision allows :<\/p>\n

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          • Smooth follow-up<\/strong><\/li>\n
          • Precise astrophotography<\/strong><\/li>\n
          • Stable guidance<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Maximum travel speed can reach :<\/p>\n

            4\u00b0 per second (1000x)<\/strong><\/p>\n

            Astronomical tracking and self-guidance<\/h3>\n

            The frame features :<\/p>\n

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            • Sidereal tracking<\/strong><\/li>\n
            • Lunar tracking<\/strong><\/li>\n
            • Solar tracking<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              It is also compatible with :<\/p>\n

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              • ST-4 self-steering<\/strong><\/li>\n
              • DSLR SNAP trigger<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Available autosteer speeds :<\/p>\n

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                • 0,25x<\/li>\n
                • 0,5x<\/li>\n
                • 0,75x<\/li>\n
                • 1x<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  These features make the EQ-AL55i PRO particularly suitable for modern astrophotography.<\/p>\n

                  Integrated illuminated polar viewfinder<\/h3>\n

                  The frame is supplied with a illuminated polar viewfinder<\/strong>, indispensable for :<\/p>\n

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                  • Precise positioning<\/strong><\/li>\n
                  • Long exposure tracking<\/strong><\/li>\n
                  • Improved self-guidance<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    LED lighting makes polar alignment in the dark much easier.<\/p>\n

                    Good load capacity and compatibility<\/h3>\n

                    With a load capacity of 10 kg<\/strong>, the EQ-AL55i PRO can accommodate :<\/p>\n

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                    • Apochromatic glasses<\/strong><\/li>\n
                    • Little Newton photos<\/strong><\/li>\n
                    • The Maksutovs<\/strong><\/li>\n
                    • Compact Schmidt-Cassegrain<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      The frame uses a 45 mm standard dovetail, Vixen type<\/strong>, This ensures excellent compatibility with a wide range of optical tubes.<\/p>\n

                      Lightweight, portable frame<\/h3>\n

                      The mounting head alone weighs only :<\/p>\n

                      3.8 kg<\/strong><\/p>\n

                      The stainless steel tripod from 1,75\u2033<\/strong> ensures good stability while remaining relatively easy to transport.<\/p>\n

                      This combination makes the EQ-AL55i PRO an excellent solution:<\/p>\n

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                      • For travel<\/strong><\/li>\n
                      • For mobile astrophotography<\/strong><\/li>\n
                      • For fast installation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        Modern, comprehensive connectivity<\/h3>\n

                        The frame features a particularly modern connector system:<\/p>\n

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                        • USB-C<\/strong><\/li>\n
                        • Port ST-4 autoguider<\/strong><\/li>\n
                        • SNAP DSLR port<\/strong><\/li>\n
                        • SynScan port<\/strong><\/li>\n
                        • 12V power supply<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          This connectivity facilitates integration with :<\/p>\n

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                          • Computers<\/strong><\/li>\n
                          • Astro cameras<\/strong><\/li>\n
                          • Control applications<\/strong><\/li>\n
                          • Astrophotography software<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            Main technical data<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
                            Features<\/th>\nDetail<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
                            Type<\/td>\nPortable Go-To equatorial mount<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                            Load capacity<\/td>\n10 kg<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                            Latitude<\/td>\n0\u00b0 \u00e0 90\u00b0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                            Control<\/td>\nWi-Fi SynScan Pro<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                            Motors<\/td>\nDC High-precision servo<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                            RA resolution<\/td>\n0.32 arc second<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                            Max. speed<\/td>\n4\u00b0\/second<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                            Follow-up<\/td>\nSidereal, lunar, solar<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                            Self-steering<\/td>\nST-4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                            Connections<\/td>\nUSB-C, SNAP, SynScan<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                            Polar viewfinder<\/td>\nIntegrated lighting<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                            Head weight<\/td>\n3.8 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                            Tripod<\/td>\nStainless steel 1.75\u2033<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

                            Why choose the EQ-AL55i PRO?<\/h3>\n

                            Visit Sky-Watcher EQ-AL55i PRO<\/strong> is of particular interest to astronomers looking for :<\/p>\n

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                            • A lightweight yet high-performance frame<\/strong><\/li>\n
                            • Excellent mobility<\/strong><\/li>\n
                            • Astrophotography compatibility<\/strong><\/li>\n
                            • Modern control via smartphone<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                              It represents an excellent compromise between :<\/p>\n

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                              • Portability<\/strong><\/li>\n
                              • Precision<\/strong><\/li>\n
                              • Modern technology<\/strong><\/li>\n
                              • Ease of use<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                A highly versatile frame<\/h3>\n

                                Thanks to its modern design, the EQ-AL55i PRO is equally well suited to :<\/p>\n

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                                • For advanced beginners<\/strong><\/li>\n
                                • To nomadic astrophotographers<\/strong><\/li>\n
                                • For discerning visual observers<\/strong><\/li>\n
                                • To astronomical travelers<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                  It allows you to build a relatively lightweight setup while maintaining excellent tracking performance.<\/p>\n

                                  Compact, modern and extremely versatile, the Sky-Watcher EQ-AL55i PRO<\/strong> is today one of the most interesting mounts for users looking for a high-performance, transportable solution for modern astronomy.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                                  Sky-Watcher EQ-AL55i PRO : une monture \u00e9quatoriale moderne, portable et utilisable \u00e0 toutes les latitudes La Sky-Watcher EQ-AL55i PRO est une monture \u00e9quatoriale Go-To innovante con\u00e7ue pour les astronomes recherchant un excellent compromis entre portabilit\u00e9, pr\u00e9cision et astrophotographie moderne. Gr\u00e2ce \u00e0 sa conception intelligente et \u00e0 ses nombreuses fonctionnalit\u00e9s int\u00e9gr\u00e9es, elle s\u2019adresse aussi bien aux […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":14822,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[822],"product_cat":[20,762],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-14821","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\/14821","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=14821"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/14822"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14821"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=14821"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=14821"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=14821"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}