{"id":32954,"date":"2025-11-08T10:02:27","date_gmt":"2025-11-08T09:02:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/?post_type=product&p=32954"},"modified":"2026-03-12T18:22:53","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T17:22:53","slug":"ioptron-skyhunter-az-mount-goto-with-tripod","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/en\/ioptron-skyhunter-az-montering-goto-met-statief\/","title":{"rendered":"iOptron SkyHunter AZ Mount GoTo with tripod"},"content":{"rendered":"

iOptron SkyHunter AZ - Compact and versatile GoTo mount<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The iOptron SkyHunter AZ<\/strong> is perfect for those who want to do mobile astrophotography or observation. This lightweight and compact mount tracks objects smoothly. This keeps stars in focus even at longer exposures. Ideal for small apochromats such as the William Optics RedCat or Sky-Watcher Evolux.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"iOptron<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Powerful and portable<\/strong>
Despite its compact size, the SkyHunter AZ can handle up to 5 kg<\/strong> carry. You can use it on a tripod or on the included stand. The built-in batteries provide hours of use. You can also connect external power for longer sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Smart control<\/strong>
Easily control the mount via your smartphone or tablet. iOS and Android are supported, as well as ASCOM and INDI. Adapters allow you to steer via iOptron Commander or Sky Safari. Built-in servo motors with encoders provide accurate tracking in both the northern and southern hemispheres.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"iOptron<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Flexible tracking<\/strong>
Four different tracking modes keep stars and planets pointed. You can adjust the speed for stars, sun or moon. This allows you to take sharp shots of celestial objects and the landscape at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ready to use and travel friendly<\/strong>
The SkyHunter AZ is lightweight and easy to carry. Perfect for travel, in the park or on vacation. The rugged construction keeps your equipment safe, without complicated setups.<\/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>
Max. load capacity (kg)<\/td>5<\/td><\/tr>
Counterweight(s)<\/td>1 x 1.35 kg<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Pole adjustment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Range (\u00b0)<\/td>0 - 80<\/td><\/tr>
Azimuth fine adjustment (\u00b0)<\/td>\u00b15\u00b0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Mechanics<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Worm gear teeth (RA)<\/td>144<\/td><\/tr>
Engine type<\/td>Servo motors<\/td><\/tr>
Shaft bearings<\/td>Double<\/td><\/tr>
Counterweight bar diameter (mm)<\/td>20<\/td><\/tr>
Long counterweight bar (mm)<\/td>200<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Battery & Power<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Battery type<\/td>Lithium-Poly 3.7V<\/td><\/tr>
Lifespan (h)<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
Power supply<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tracking & Control<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Tracking modes<\/td>Azimuthal<\/td><\/tr>
Tracking RA axis<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Tracking DEC axis<\/td>-<\/td><\/tr>
Speeds<\/td>Sideral, Solar, Lunar<\/td><\/tr>
Autoguider<\/td>-<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Motor-powered<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Tripod<\/td>Standard tripod<\/td><\/tr>
Pole finder<\/td>No<\/td><\/tr>
Transport bag<\/td>No<\/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\/Red<\/td><\/tr>
Series<\/td>SkyHunter<\/td><\/tr>
Dimensions LxWxH (cm)<\/td>30 x 25.5 x 12.5<\/td><\/tr>
Weight (g)<\/td>3600<\/td><\/tr>
Type<\/td>Mount<\/td><\/tr>
Design<\/td>Azimuthal<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

iOptron SkyHunter AZ comes with GoTo functionality, built-in WiFi and GPS, counterweight, aluminum tripod, USB connector and lock buttons - compact and lightweight azimuth mount with built-in battery, perfect for traveling with small telescopes or telephoto lenses.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":96956,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"product_brand":[2790],"product_cat":[56,3097,590,538,3098],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-32954","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_brand-ioptron","product_cat-telescoop-accessoires","product_cat-astrofotografie-monteringen","product_cat-montering-accessoires","product_cat-monteringen","product_cat-star-trackers","product_shipping_class-licht","first","instock","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"bundled_by":[],"bundle_stock_status":"instock","bundle_stock_quantity":null,"bundle_virtual":false,"bundle_layout":"","bundle_add_to_cart_form_location":"","bundle_editable_in_cart":false,"bundle_sold_individually_context":"","bundle_item_grouping":"","bundle_min_size":"","bundle_max_size":"","bundle_price":[],"bundled_items":[],"bundle_sell_ids":[],"acf":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":32955,"url":"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/en\/ioptron-skyhunter-az-montering-goto-zonder-statief\/","url_meta":{"origin":32954,"position":0},"title":"iOptron SkyHunter AZ Mount GoTo Without Tripod","author":"","date":"08-11-2025","format":false,"excerpt":"iOptron SkyHunter AZ wordt geleverd met ingebouwde servo motoren met encoders, WiFi en GPS, contragewicht en 3\/8\" statiefaansluiting \u2013 lichte, compacte GoTo-montering zonder statief voor camera's of kleine telescopen tot 5 kg.","rel":"","context":"Similar post","block_context":{"text":"Similar post","link":""},"img":{"alt_text":"","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/staging.telescoop.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/iOptron-SkyHunter-AZ-Montering-GoTo-Zonder-Statief-1.jpg?resize=350%2C200&ssl=1","width":350,"height":200,"srcset":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/staging.telescoop.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/iOptron-SkyHunter-AZ-Montering-GoTo-Zonder-Statief-1.jpg?resize=350%2C200&ssl=1 1x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/staging.telescoop.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/iOptron-SkyHunter-AZ-Montering-GoTo-Zonder-Statief-1.jpg?resize=525%2C300&ssl=1 1.5x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/staging.telescoop.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/iOptron-SkyHunter-AZ-Montering-GoTo-Zonder-Statief-1.jpg?resize=700%2C400&ssl=1 2x"},"classes":[]},{"id":32957,"url":"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/en\/ioptron-skyhunter-eq-az-montering-goto-zonder-statief\/","url_meta":{"origin":32954,"position":1},"title":"iOptron SkyHunter EQ\/AZ Mount GoTo Without Tripod","author":"","date":"08-11-2025","format":false,"excerpt":"iOptron SkyHunter EQ\/AZ comes with GoTo mount, counterweight kit, built-in batteries, USB power supply and Vixen\/Losmandy saddle - 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