{"id":90611,"date":"2025-11-30T14:48:35","date_gmt":"2025-11-30T13:48:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/?post_type=product&p=90611"},"modified":"2026-03-20T11:10:32","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T10:10:32","slug":"sky-watcher-az-3-alt-azimuth-mount-tripod","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/en\/sky-watcher-az-3-alt-azimuth-mount-tripod\/","title":{"rendered":"Sky-Watcher AZ-3 Alt-Azimutal Mount & Aluminum Tripod"},"content":{"rendered":"

Stable mount that gives you instant confidence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Skywatcher AZ-3 keeps your telescope quiet so you can watch relaxed. You move it smoothly from left to right and up to almost zenith. Everything feels logical and direct. Ideal when you are using a mount for the first time and just want to point and watch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Easy aiming, smooth tracking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You move the mount quickly to your target. Then you use the fine knobs to keep the image exactly centered. This also works well at higher magnifications. You don't have to force it. The movement remains light and even, so your image remains calm and sharp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For both earth and sky<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The AZ-3 works just as well for landscapes as it does for stars. You turn it full 360\u00b0 around and tilt to over 90\u00b0. This lets you track a bird low above the horizon or move smoothly toward the Moon. The tube clamps hold your telescope securely and give you a secure, stable feeling while aiming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Light, strong and easy to set up<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The aluminum tripod is surprisingly sturdy yet light enough to carry easily. You adjust the height infinitely, so you always stand or sit comfortably. Within minutes everything is set up and you can start watching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Focused on convenience, especially for beginners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The AZ-3 makes observing simple. You don't have to align or set anything. Just position it, lock it and go. Ideal if you want a practical mount that just does what you ask, without fuss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Specifications<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Capacity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Designation<\/td>AZ-3<\/td><\/tr>
Max. load capacity (kg)<\/td>5<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Fine control<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Connection for dovetail<\/td>-<\/td><\/tr>
Travel mount<\/td>-<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Equipment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Tripod<\/td>Tripod<\/td><\/tr>
Columns<\/td>-<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tripod<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Max. tripod height (cm)<\/td>123<\/td><\/tr>
Tripod weight (kg)<\/td>1,5<\/td><\/tr>
Tripod Material<\/td>Aluminum<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

General<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Color<\/td>Black \/ silver<\/td><\/tr>
Length (mm)<\/td>-<\/td><\/tr>
Width (mm)<\/td>-<\/td><\/tr>
Height (mm)<\/td>-<\/td><\/tr>
Total weight (kg)<\/td>4,6<\/td><\/tr>
Type<\/td>Mount<\/td><\/tr>
Design<\/td>Azimuthal<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Skywatcher AZ-3 comes with azimuth mount, height-adjustable aluminum tripod and accessory tray - ideal for stable terrestrial and astronomical observations up to 5 kg.<\/p>\n

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