Sky-Watcher Equatorial Wedge for Fusion Mount

The Sky-Watcher Equatorial Wedge for Fusion Mount is a transformative accessory designed to expand the capabilities of your telescope system. By integrating this wedge, you can effectively convert the Fusion 120i Alt-Azimuth mount into a precise equatorial mount. This conversion is essential for enthusiasts looking to transition from visual observing to long-exposure astrophotography, as it allows the mount to counteract field rotation and track stars with the accuracy required for deep-space imaging.

The wedge features an intuitive design with an easy-to-read latitude scale, making it simple to align your gear with the celestial pole. By adjusting the elevation to match your local latitude, the telescope can move and track celestial objects in a smooth, natural arc across the sky. Please note that while this wedge is a critical component for specialized tracking, the telescope and mount depicted in product photos are for illustrative purposes and are not included in the package.

Product Features in Detail

Unlock Deep-Sky Imaging

Standard Alt-Az mounts suffer from "field rotation," which causes stars to appear as streaks in long exposures. This wedge physically tilts the mount's axis, allowing it to track in a single arc and enabling the long-exposure photography of faint nebulae and galaxies.

Effortless Latitude Alignment

The easy-to-read latitude scale takes the guesswork out of setup. Whether you are observing from your backyard or traveling to a dark-sky site, you can quickly tilt the wedge to match your degrees of latitude for improved tracking accuracy.

Stable and Secure Platform

When tilting a mount for equatorial use, stability is paramount. The Sky-Watcher wedge is built to handle the center-of-gravity shift, providing a rock-solid base that prevents the telescope from wobbling during high-magnification viewing or imaging.

User-Friendly Adjustments

The latitude adjustment design is optimized for ease of use. Large knobs or adjustment screws allow you to make micro-adjustments to the tilt, which is vital for achieving the precise polar alignment needed for the best photographic results.

Compact and Integrated Design

Unlike bulky universal wedges, this model is designed specifically for the Fusion series. It maintains a compact profile that is easy to transport, ensuring your portable setup stays lightweight while gaining professional-level tracking features.

Professional Visual Tracking

Even for visual observers, the equatorial movement provided by the wedge is superior. It allows you to follow a planet across the sky using only one axis of motion, making it much easier to keep targets centered in the eyepiece at high power.