Description
- Increased 75 lb load capacity. Exceptional load capacity to weight ratio
- Additional Aux accessory ports and autoguider port on the Dec axis for better cable management
- Larger 144mm diameter worm wheels to better and more accurately drive heavier loads
- Longer 270mm dovetail saddle to better support larger optical tubes
- Heavy duty, 31.5mm stainless steel counterweight shaft to support additional counterweights
- Spring-loaded brass worm wheel and stainless steel worm gear reduce friction and provide optimum gear mesh
- Internal cabling for worry-free remote operation. Power input and lower accessory ports remain stationary while the mount slews to avoid snags
- Includes Celestron’s PWI telescope control software, co-developed by PlaneWave Instruments. Software features multi-point mount modeling for extremely precise pointing accuracy
- Adjustable EQ head position to optimize center of gravity and fully utilize the increased 3°-65° latitude range
- Integrated handles for easy transport and portability
- Ergonomically designed dovetail clamping knobs
Specifications
| Mount Info: | |
|---|---|
| Mount Type: | Computerized Equatorial |
| Instrument load capacity: | 75 lbs (34 kg) |
| Equatorial height alone: | 609.6mm (24″) |
| Latitude adjustment range: | 3° – 65° |
| Mount Head Weight: | 52.6 lbs (23.8 kg) |
| Weight of Counterweights: | 1 x 22 lbs |
| Slew Speeds: | 9 slew speeds – max speed 3°/second |
| Tracking Rates: | Sidereal, Solar and Lunar |
| Tracking Modes: | EQ North and EQ South |
| GPS: | N/A |
| Dovetail Compatibility: | Dual saddle plates (CG-5 and CGE saddle) |
| Number of Auxiliary Ports: | 4 AUX Ports (Hand Control can use any AUX Port, 2 are located near the dovetail saddle for optional accessories) |
| Autoguide Port: | Yes, 2 Ports (one is located near the dovetail saddle) |
| USB Port: | Yes, input for Mount and Hand Control |
| Power Requirements: | 12V DC, 3 amps |
| Motor Drive: | DC servo motors |
| Alignment Procedures: | 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, Solar System Align, Last Alignment, Quick Align |
| Periodic Error Correction: | Yes |
| Computerized Hand Control: | 2 line x 18 character backlit Liquid Crystal Display, 19 LED backlit buttons, USB 2.0 Port for PC connection |
| NexStar+ Database: | 40,000+ objects, 100 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects |
| Software: | CPWI Telescope Control Software | Celestron Starry Night Special Edition Software | SkyPortal App |
| Total Kit Weight: | 74.6 lbs (33.8 kg) |
| Included Items: | CGX-L Equatorial Head | CGX-L Tripod | Accessory Tray | 1 x 22 lbs counterweight | NexStar+ Hand Control | DC Power Cable (item# 18769) | 8mm Allen wrench (contained in rear carry handle) |
| Additional Information | |
| California Prop 65 |
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
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