{"product_id":"equatorial-latitude-adjustment-base-telescope-astrophotography-20kg","title":"Equatorial Latitude Adjustment Base for Telescope – 20KG Load","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eEquatorial Latitude Adjustment Base for Astronomical Telescopes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake your astrophotography and stargazing sessions to the next level with this heavy-duty \u003cstrong\u003eEquatorial Latitude Adjustment Base\u003c\/strong\u003e. Precision-engineered from stainless steel, this robust mount allows you to fine-tune your telescope's alignment to the celestial equator with ease — making tracking stars, planets, and deep-sky objects smoother and more accurate than ever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a serious amateur astronomer or a dedicated astrophotographer, the generous \u003cstrong\u003e20 kg (44 lb) load capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures compatibility with a wide range of telescopes, counterweights, and camera setups. The combined latitude and azimuth adjustments give you full positional freedom to polar-align your mount precisely wherever you are in the Northern or Southern Hemisphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide Latitude Adjustment Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0–60° to suit observers across most of the globe\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeft\/Right Azimuth Adjustment:\u003c\/strong\u003e ±10° for quick and precise polar alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Load Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports up to 20 kg (including equatorial head, counterweight, telescope, and accessories)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Tripod Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard British 3\/8\" threaded mounting hole fits most astronomy tripods\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Stainless Steel Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Durable, rust-resistant, and built for long-term outdoor use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStable \u0026amp; Vibration-Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid base design minimises vibration for sharper long-exposure astrophotos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatitude Adjustment Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0° – 60°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAzimuth (Left\/Right) Adjustment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±10°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Load Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 kg (44 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTripod Thread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBritish 3\/8\" (standard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in Mainland China\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Compatible?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis base is designed for use with equatorial mounts and accommodates the full system load including the equatorial head, counterweight, telescope tube, and photographic accessories — perfect for both visual observing and long-exposure astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore More Useful Tools\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for other precision tools and accessories? 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If your tripod uses a 1\/4\" thread, a simple adapter can be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is the maximum load this equatorial base can handle?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The equatorial latitude adjustment base has a total load capacity of 20 kg (approximately 44 lbs), which includes the combined weight of the equatorial head, counterweight, telescope tube, camera, and all accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What latitude adjustment range does this base provide?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The base offers a latitude adjustment range of 0° to 60°, making it suitable for observers located across most of the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. The additional ±10° left\/right azimuth adjustment allows for precise polar alignment on any observing site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is this base suitable for astrophotography?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. 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