{"product_id":"celestron-eq-wedge-for-nexstar-6se-8se-and-evolution-telescopes","title":"Celestron EQ Wedge for NexStar 6SE, 8SE and Evolution Telescopes","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Wedge for NexStar Evolution and SE 6\/8 mounts turns Celestron's  single fork arm telescopes into portable astroimaging powerhouses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wedge for NexStar Evolution and SE 6\/8 mounts turns Celestron's single fork arm telescopes into portable astroimaging powerhouses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur popular NexStar SE and NexStar Evolution telescopes are great for astrophotography, however an EQ wedge is necessary to take longer exposure images, or to advance further and use an autoguider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlt-Az tracking keeps objects centered, but a long enough exposure will reveal they rotate in the field of view. Adding a wedge allows the mount to track as an equatorial platform, thereby eliminating field rotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Wedge was specifically tailored to the NexStar Evolution and SE’s size and styling. Weight is minimal to keep the whole setup light and portable, yet the platform is sturdy to support taking long exposure astrophotos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlock the full imaging potential from your NexStar Evolution or SE 6\/8 mount with this Wedge!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with NexStar SE 6 \u0026amp; 8, NexStar Evolution 6, 8, and 8HD, and Celestron Origin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverts your alt-az mount into an equatorial platform, eliminating field rotation for long-exposure astrophotography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables longer exposures and more accurate tracking by aligning your telescope with the celestial pole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision latitude and azimuth adjustments provide accurate, repeatable polar alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTool-less setup with captive hardware allows quick, secure attachment and easy adjustments—even under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable, portable design with adjustable center of gravity to improve balance and reduce vibration during imaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table-open\" id=\"product-specs-list\" role=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody role=\"rowgroup\"\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eLoad Capacity:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003e36 lbs (16.33 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003e15 lbs (6.80 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eMount Compatibility:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003eNexStar Evolution 6\/8 | NexStar SE 6\/8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eLatitude Range:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003e0° - 70°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr role=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cth role=\"rowheader\" scope=\"row\"\u003eIncluded Items:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd role=\"cell\"\u003eWedge | 5 hex keys for assembly | Instruction manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43501010812976,"sku":"93665","price":499.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/93665_NexStar_Wedge_1.jpg?v=1787022385","url":"https:\/\/telescopes.net.nz\/products\/celestron-eq-wedge-for-nexstar-6se-8se-and-evolution-telescopes","provider":"Telescopesnz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}