iOptron SkyHunter AZ GoTo Mount with Tripod: Lightweight GoTo Mount with Tripod
The iOptron SkyHunter AZ is an altazimuth GoTo mount weighing only 1.3 kg that carries telescopes up to 5 kg (11 lbs). In this version, it comes complete with the matching tripod, so you immediately have a complete observation setup.
Using the built-in WiFi, you control the mount with SkySafari or iOptron Commander on your smartphone or tablet. Choose an object from the catalog and the SkyHunter slews to it automatically and tracks it.
Thanks to the low weight of the complete set, this is a true grab-and-go setup: within a few minutes you are outside observing.
Find objects with GoTo
Two DC servo motors with optical encoders drive both axes. After a simple alignment on one or two stars, the mount autonomously locates planets, star clusters, and nebulae.
Control is via WiFi using SkySafari or iOptron Commander on iOS and Android. Control from a computer via ASCOM or INDI is also possible, and the optional Go2Nova 8410 hand controller works as well.
Light, quiet and travel-friendly
The mounting head weighs 1.3 kg and features a Vixen-style saddle for your telescope or telephoto lens. Together with the aluminum tripod, the kit remains light enough for a pannier or carry-on luggage.
The built-in rechargeable battery provides up to 10 hours of operating time at 20 degrees Celsius. For longer sessions, connect an external power supply via USB.
Four tracking speeds
In addition to sidereal speed, half-sidereal speed, solar speed and lunar speed are available. All speeds work in both the northern and southern hemispheres.
Included
- SkyHunter AZ GoTo mount head with Vixen saddle
- Aluminum Tripod
- USB cable for charging and firmware updates
Featured accessories
Add the SkyHunter Pier Extension for extra clearance at the zenith, or choose the Go2Nova 8410 hand controller if you prefer to work without a smartphone.
For whom yes and for whom no
- ✓ Visual observers looking for a lightweight GoTo setup for small telescopes
- ✓ How to operate via smartphone or tablet with SkySafari
- ✓ Travelers and balcony observers who want to set up quickly
- Astrophotographers with long exposures: choose the SkyHunter EQ/AZ with EQ base
- ✗ Telescopes heavier than 5 kg
Specifications
| Type | Azimuthal GoTo Mount |
| Carrying capacity | 5 kg (11 lbs), balanced |
| Weight of mounting head | 1.3 kg |
| Drive | Dual DC servo motors with optical encoders |
| Tracking speeds | Stars, 1/2 stars, sun, moon |
| Operation | WiFi (SkySafari, iOptron Commander), ASCOM, INDI, optional Go2Nova 8410 |
| Battery | Built-in, rechargeable, up to 10 hours (20 °C) |
| Saddle | Vixen |
| Tripod | Aluminum, included |
| Tripod mount head | 3/32 inch |
You can find more mounts and accessories for this merk at the iOptron merk page.
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