- Massive 77-pound payload capacity supports large OTAs plus guiders, filters, cameras, and more
- Observatory class equatorial GoTo mount with built-in USB PC control
- Belt drives provide minimal backlash and significantly reduced periodic error while remaining whisper quiet
- Stepper motors have no internal gear box, further reducing backlash
- SNAP port eliminates the need for remote shutter release cable
- Autoguide port compatible with most of today’s best autoguiders
- D/V saddle plate to handle a wide variety of OTAs
- Optional illuminated polar scope
- 42,000+ object data base
- Heavy duty steel tripod for rock-solid performance
- DC power cord included
- Two 22-pound counterweights
- Sidereal, solar and lunar tracking modes
Sky-Watcher’s all-new CQ350 is a fully-GoTo equatorial platform entering their mount lineup right between the flagship EQ8-R Pro and EQ6-R Pro mounts (already favorites among world-class imagers and serious-minded newbies), filling the payload gap to satisfy the discerning astrophotographer’s endless pursuit of a supremely dialed-in, observatory-class setup.
Available as mount head only and mount head with tripod kit options, the CQ350 boasts a hefty 77-pound/35 kg payload capacity capable of supporting Sky-Watcher’s largest OTAs -- including the Esprit 150ED Triplet Refractor and the massive Quattro 250P Imaging Newtonian with ease, with room to spare for accessories, guidescopes, and imaging equipment.
Sky-Watcher’s CQ350 is also packed with well-positioned electrical options to manage cables, power, computer connection, imaging accessories, and more. A convenient 4x USB 3.0 Out port hub sits adjacent to three 2.1mm central positive power out ports, plus three Out AUX ports, three In AUX ports, PC connect USB-to-serial port, USB 3.0 Type B In port, SNAP port, one power input port, hand controller port, autoguider port, and a 12V DC power aircraft cable port for secure power connection to the mount.
Other special features of the CQ350 include a high-precision, 0.9° hybrid stepper motor, spring loaded worm gears, synchronous wheel and belt drive modes, locking RA and Dec clutches, an oversized latitude knob for use with cold weather gloves on, a D-/V-style dovetail mounting platform, and optional external polar scope. The CQ350 mount head is also compatible with the EQ8-R tripod.
One of the world’s leading consumer telescope and mount manufacturers, Sky-Watcher is continually improving on its past innovations to bring to market precision instruments that discerning astronomy enthusiasts of every skill level desire. With other features including hard stops, auto-home functionality, batch exposures function, the V5 SynScan hand controller’s 42,000+ GoTo database, 2x 22-pound counterweights and beefy counterweight bar, plus included SNAP and power cables, the CQ350 packs heavy-duty form with heavy-duty function for a heavy-duty foundation.
Designed to be a serious contender for up-and-coming imagers as well as seasoned aces looking to build atop a supremely solid performance platform, the CQ350 is an observatory-class powerhouse that is still portable enough for field use, awaiting the master craftsman to coax down the beauty of the night sky.
| SKU |
S30810 |
| UPC |
050234308106 |
| General Mount Info |
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| Mount Type |
Equatorial |
| Payload Capacity (lbs) |
77 |
| Mount head size |
434mm x 176mm x 323mm |
| Mount head weight (lbs) |
33 |
| Tripod Weight (lbs) |
34.5 |
| Tripod Retracted/Extended |
30.5" / 42.5" |
| Tripod Spread Retracted/Extended |
39"x56" |
| Tripod folded measurements |
11"x11"x37" |
| Tripod Leg diameter |
70mm |
| Mounting Saddle type |
D/V-style |
| Counterweight bar? |
Yes |
| Counterweight bar retractable? |
No |
| Counterweight bar length and diameter |
15" x 31.5mm |
| Type of motor |
Stepper |
| Drive type |
Belt |
| Spring Loaded Worms |
Yes |
| RA gear size |
155mm |
| Polar Scope |
Optional |
| Tracking Modes |
Sideral, Solar, Lunar |
| Latitude Range (degrees) |
10° to 70° |
| Computer/Drive System Info |
|
| GoTo |
Yes |
| Hand controller port |
Yes (RJ-45, 8pin) |
| Guide Port? |
Yes (RJ-12, 6pin) |
| SNAP Port? |
Yes (2.1mm) |
| PC connect USB port? |
Yes (USB-B) |
| Cable management? |
Yes |
| USBs (how many and type) |
4x USB 3.0 compatible ports (cable length of 1-meter or less for 3.0 connections) |
| Power ports (how many and type) |
3x 2.1mm central positive (DC 6v to 24v 5amp) |
| AUX ports (how many and type) |
RJ-10, RJ-12, RJ-45 |
| Built-in GPS? |
No |
| Built-in WiFi? |
No |
| Hand controller? |
Yes |
| Hand controller cable used |
Yes |
| GoTo Database |
42,000+ objects |
| Power requirements? |
DC11~16v |
| Internal Battery Pack |
No |
| Mount power port size and style |
2.1mm female |
| Included Accessories |
|
| Counter Weight |
2x 22 pound (9.9kg) |
| Polarscope |
No |
| Tripod |
Yes |
| Power cable? |
Yes |
| SNAP cable? |
Yes |
| Hand controller holder? |
Yes |
| Manual |
Yes |
| Case |
No |
| Case measurements |
No |
| Shipping Weight (head box) |
53 pounds (24kg) |
| Shipping Dimensions (head box) |
21.5"x19"x13.5" |
| Shipping Weight (tripod box) |
53 pounds (24kg) |
| Shipping Dimensions (tripod box) |
45"x18.5"x20.5" |
