The WAVE mounts from Skywatcher use a strain wave gearbox with high torque and a compact design. Therefore, they offer high precision and performance at an affordable price.
The gearbox design has several advantages, including minimal play and a compact design with a remarkable payload-to-weight ratio. This is ideal for mobile astrophotography.
The WAVE mounts from Sky-Watcher also feature EQ and AZ tracking modes with RA and DEC output positions, dual-fit mounting saddles for standard dovetail plates, a latitude range of 0–90º, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth functionality, an RA clutch function when the power is off, as well as a red-illuminated latitude display and bubble level to significantly simplify your setup routine.
- Equatorial and Alt-AZ Mode
- Transmission mode: Belt-driven stepper motor with harmonic reducer
- Connections: USB-B, autoguider, SynScan handset & power connection
- R.A. Locking Function (for easier installation of the counterweight set)
- Controllable via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or optionally with the SynScan Handset (not included)
- Compatible with the Sky-Watcher SynScan PRO app for Windows, iOS, and Android devices.Also compatible with Stellarium, SkySafari & Cartes du Ciel, and third-party drivers or software, such as ASCOM or INDI.
- RA braking function with the engine offRA and DEC Home Position and Limit Functions
- Comfortable red LED lighting for the width scale and spirit level
WAVE Carbon tripod, developed for Sky-Watcher Wave-100i and Wave-150i mount head, directly attached or using the optional extension tube, 3/8" screw connection.
