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Sturdy steel tripod with equatorial mount head, silver finish, adjustable legs and center tray

Celestron

Celestron CGX Equatorial Mount 55 lb Tripod

SKU CH-ZPHV-8DEYB

Heavy-duty steel tripod supports telescopes up to 55 lbs with adjustable height from 47.25 to 77.5 inches and latitude range of 3 to 65 degrees

  • Supports heavy telescopes up to 55 lbs
  • Wide latitude range from 3° to 65°
  • Adjustable height between 47.25" and 77.5
  • Heavy-duty 2" steel legs minimise vibration
  • NexStar+ hand control simplifies alignment

55 lb Capacity Equatorial Mount

The Celestron CGX equatorial mount supports telescopes up to 55 lbs on a heavy-duty steel tripod. It is designed for astronomers using 6 to 11 inch apertures who need a stable platform for visual observation or astrophotography. The lower-profile head reduces flex and keeps the centre of gravity low.

Upgrading from lighter mounts

This mount replaces smaller German equatorial mounts that cannot carry larger optical tubes or heavy imaging trains. The jump is worth it when your current tripod vibrates at high magnification or when payload exceeds the safe limit of an entry-level equatorial head. The 2-inch steel legs and accessory tray add rigidity that lightweight aluminium tripods lack.

Build integration and clearance

The tripod adjusts from 47.25 inches to 77.5 inches in height and offers a latitude range of 3 to 65 degrees, fitting a wide variety of observing sites. NexStar+ hand control and PC software handle alignment and cable management through home and limit optical sensors. Buyers who need a mount for ultra-portable grab-and-go sessions or for payloads above 55 lbs should look elsewhere.

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Price $2,138.99
Pricier than about 92% of the 1,401 comparable items (median $93.99).

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Questions about this item

What are the height and latitude ranges of the CGX tripod?

The tripod adjusts from 47.25" to 77.5" in height and offers a latitude adjustment range of 3° to 65° for precise polar alignment.

How is the CGX mount aligned, and what step is often missed?

Use the NexStar+ hand control or PC software for alignment; the step often missed is accurately setting the latitude to your observing location before starting the routine.

What maintenance does the CGX mount require over time?

Periodically check and tighten the 2" steel leg bolts, clean the optical home and limit sensors, and verify cable management to prevent snagging during tracking.

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