Celestron CGX GoTo Equatorial Mount
2,744.00
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Celestron CGX GoTo Equatorial Mount
The Celestron CGX GoTo equatorial mount supports up to 55 lbs, featuring belt-driven motors for precise tracking. With All-Star polar alignment and broad compatibility, it's perfect for advanced astrophotography and visual observation.
Celestron CGX GoTo Equatorial Mount
For eight years, Celestron’s workhorse CGEM mount lineup has been the German Equatorial backbone for telescopes ranging from 6 to 11 inches of aperture. Since that time, many more astro-imagers and planetarium controlled setups have emerged as backyard telescope technology has evolved. Celestron’s engineering team applied their years of experience designing German Equatorial mounts to the all-new CGX EQ, a culmination of all the advancements made to our technologies, value, and ease-of-use.
The new CGX was designed to better support your telescope for both visual and astro-imaging pursuits. Key design goals included a lower profile EQ head, which provides a more compact and therefore more stable setup; a better drive system; remote operation-friendly with home and limit optical sensors; easier polar alignment adjustments; and better cable management. In addition to that, we’ve made mechanical and ergonomic improvements throughout to make the mount sturdier, easier to use, and transport. The CGX is our new Equatorial backbone to support a wide range of telescopes.
| MOUNT INFO: | |
|---|---|
| Mount Type | Computerized Equatorial |
| Instrument load capacity | 55 lbs (25 kg) |
| Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod) | 1200.15 - 1968.5 mm (47.25 - 77.5") |
| Tripod Leg Diameter | 50.8 mm (2") Steel tripod with graduated markings on lower section |
| Latitude adjustment range | 3° - 65° |
| Total EQ Head Weight | 44 lbs (20 kg) |
| Accessory Tray | Yes |
| Tripod Weight | 19.2 lbs (8.7 kg) |
| EQ Head Weight w/o Counterweight Shaft | 44.4 lbs (20.1 kg) |
| Weight of Counterweights | 2 x 11 lbs |
| Max Slew Speeds | 9 slew speeds - max speed 4°/second |
| Tracking Rates | Sidereal, Solar and Lunar |
| Tracking Modes | EQ North & EQ South |
| GPS | N/A |
| Dovetail Capability | Dual saddle plates (Vixen and CGE saddle) |
| Number of Auxiliary ports | 2 (1x Hand control port and 1x AUX Port for optional accessories) |
| Autoguide port | Yes |
| USB Port | Yes |
| Power Requirements | 12 VDC, 4 amps |
| Motor Drive | Low cog DC servo motors |
| Alignment Procedures | 2-Star Align, Quick Align, 1-Star Align, Last Alignment, Solar System Align |
| Periodic Error Correction | Yes |
| Computer Hand Control | Double line, 16 character Liquid Crystal Display; 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons, USB 2.0 port for PC connection |
| Database | 40,000+ objects, 100 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects |
| Software | PWI Telescope Control Software, Starry Night Special Edition |
| Included Accessories | CGX Equatorial Head| CGX Tripod| Accessory Tray| 2 x 11 lbs counterweight| NexStar+ Hand Control| 8 mm Allen Wrench | 12VDC Power Cable |
The Celestron CGX GoTo equatorial mount is engineered to deliver optimal performance for both amateur and professional astronomers. Its belt-driven system ensures precise tracking, crucial for long-exposure astrophotography. The All-Star assisted polar alignment simplifies setup, even without direct visibility of Polaris. With a 55 lb payload capacity, it supports heavy equipment while maintaining exceptional stability. Its compatibility with Celestron accessories like StarSense AutoAlign, SkySync GPS, and the SkyPortal WiFi module makes it a versatile and upgradeable mount
CELESTRON CGX EQ GO-TO
Specific References
- UPC
- 126993
