{"product_id":"sky-watcher-wave-150i-pro-mount-kit-w-steel-tripod-and-pier-extension-tube","title":"Sky-Watcher Wave 150i Pro Mount Kit w\/ Steel Tripod and Pier Extension Tube","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports 33 lbs without counterweights, expandable to 55 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-portable 12.8 lb mount head weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual AZ and EQ tracking modes for visual and imaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated cable management hub with USB and power ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull 0-90 degree latitude range for use at any location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSky-Watcher Wave 150i Pro Mount Kit w\/ Steel Tripod and Extension Tube\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher Wave 150i delivers the payload capacity of a much larger mount in a package that weighs just 12.8 lbs. It handles a 33 lb imaging setup without counterweights and can be expanded to carry 55 lbs, offering a true high-payload, high-portability solution for serious astrophotography. This Pro Mount Kit pairs the advanced strain wave head with a rock-solid steel tripod and pier extension, creating a complete, travel-ready imaging platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e33 lbs of Payload in a 12.8 lb Head\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the core of the Wave 150i is a strain wave drive system that generates immense torque from a compact motor. This eliminates the need for counterweights for many setups up to 33 lbs, drastically reducing the total weight you carry into the field. The mount head itself weighs only 12.8 lbs, making it one of the most portable high-capacity mounts available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCounterweight-Free Operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount up to a 33 lb optical tube and camera assembly directly, balancing only on the Dec axis for quick setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpanded 55 lb Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e With the optional counterweight kit, the Wave 150i confidently carries imaging systems up to 55 lbs, accommodating large refractors and astrographs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntegrated Cable Management Hub\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike other strain wave mounts that leave cables exposed, the Wave 150i features a through-mount cable management system. A powered hub built directly into the D\/V hybrid saddle provides dedicated ports for your camera and guide scope, preventing snags and drags that can ruin an exposure. The main power and data ports are located on a stationary block at the rear of the RA axis, ensuring your connections never twist or bind as the mount tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRA and Dec Balancing: A Strain Wave Exclusive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher Wave 150i is unique among strain wave mounts in its ability to be precisely balanced on both the Right Ascension and Declination axes. While strain wave drives reduce the need for perfect balance, achieving it still improves tracking stability, motor efficiency, and overall system security. This feature gives you the option to fine-tune your setup for the absolute best guiding performance, especially with payloads approaching the 33 lb or 55 lb limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTotal Control with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wave 150i integrates seamlessly into any modern astrophotography workflow. Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth allow for wireless control via the SynScan Pro app on your smartphone or tablet. It also works directly with popular third-party control systems like ASIAIR, StellarMate, and Eagle, or a traditional SynScan hand controller. The mount's operational flexibility is further enhanced by its dual AZ and EQ modes and a full 0-90 degree latitude range, making it functional from the equator to the poles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePro Kit: Steel Tripod and Extension Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit includes the heavy-duty adjustable steel tripod and a pier extension tube. The steel tripod provides a far more rigid and vibration-resistant foundation than lighter-weight alternatives, which is critical for stable long-exposure imaging. The included extension tube raises the mount head, preventing longer optical tubes from colliding with the tripod legs when pointed at or near the zenith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat kind of telescope can I put on the Wave 150i without counterweights?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher Wave 150i can handle up to \u003cstrong\u003e33 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e of payload without a counterweight. This is suitable for a wide range of popular imaging telescopes, including 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrains, 100-120mm triplet refractors, or 8-inch Richey-Chrétien astrographs, along with a camera, filter wheel, and guide scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the Wave 150i perform when imaging a large target like the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) with an 8\" Newtonian?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn 8\" imaging Newtonian with accessories typically weighs between 20-25 lbs, well within the Wave 150i's 33 lb counterweight-free capacity. The mount's precise tracking is ideal for capturing the faint outer arms of M31. The included extension tube is particularly useful here, as it provides clearance for the long Newtonian tube when imaging high overhead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan the Wave 150i track satellites or the International Space Station (ISS)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Wave 150i has a maximum slew rate of \u003cstrong\u003e7.5 degrees per second\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is fast enough to track fast-moving low-Earth-orbit objects like the ISS. You can use Sky-Watcher’s Satellite Tracker application for Windows PC to control the mount for this purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy is the ability to balance the Wave 150i on both axes important?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile strain wave mounts don't strictly require perfect balance, achieving it improves performance. Balancing on both the RA and Dec axes reduces the strain on the motors, leading to smoother, more accurate guiding and more efficient power consumption. It is a key feature that distinguishes the Wave 150i from other strain wave mounts on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I power the Wave 150i in the field?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount requires a \u003cstrong\u003e12V 2A\u003c\/strong\u003e power source, which is not included. You will need to provide your own power solution, such as a portable 12V DC battery pack (power tank) or an AC-to-DC adapter if you are near a mains outlet. Ensure your power supply can deliver a stable 2 amps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Wave 150i compatible with my ASIAIR or other control devices?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Sky-Watcher Wave 150i is fully compatible with third-party control systems. You can connect it to an ASIAIR, Eagle, or StellarMate via its built-in Wi-Fi or USB port, allowing you to integrate it into your existing automated imaging and plate-solving routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrain Wave GoTo AZ\/EQ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePayload Capacity (No Counterweight)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33 lbs (15 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePayload Capacity (With Counterweight)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55 lbs (25 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Head Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.8 lbs (5.8 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaddle Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD\/V Hybrid Saddle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLatitude Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0° to 90°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Slew Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5° per second\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking Modes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual AZ \u0026amp; EQ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12V DC, 2A (Power supply not included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecial Features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRA Power-off brake, Integrated Cable Management, RA\/Dec Balancing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul 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