Celestron CGX Computerized Mount – High-Performance EQ Mount for Imaging
- 55 lb load capacity for serious visual & imaging setups
- Heavy-duty belt-drive system for smooth, low-backlash tracking
- Spring-loaded worm gears for optimal gear mesh & reduced friction
- Internal cabling for clean, tangle-free remote operation
- Home & limit sensors + software by PlaneWave Instruments
- Wide 3°–65° latitude range with adjustable EQ head
- 2″ steel tripod, ergonomic handles, and easy polar alignment
The Celestron CGX Computerized German Equatorial Mount represents the next generation of high-precision tracking, stability, and imaging performance. Engineered after years of developing Celestron’s CGEM series, the CGX brings major upgrades for modern astrophotographers, remote observatories, and advanced visual users.
Designed with stability and ease-of-use in mind, its lower-profile EQ head improves stiffness and reduces flexure under heavy payloads. The 55 lb load capacity accommodates a wide range of optical tubes from visual setups to full astrophotography rigs.
The CGX features a heavy-duty belt-drive system that virtually eliminates backlash while ensuring smooth, accurate tracking—even under high imaging loads. Its spring-loaded brass worm wheel and stainless steel worm gear maintain optimal gear mesh, reducing friction and improving long-exposure performance.
To support remote and automated observatories, the internal design provides internal cabling, home and limit sensors, and PlaneWave-developed control software for professional-grade pointing and tracking. The power and accessory ports remain stationary during slewing, eliminating cable snags and improving reliability.
The ergonomic latitude adjuster, index-marked 2″ steel tripod, adjustable EQ head, and dual carrying handles make setup faster and easier—whether you’re in the backyard or a dark-sky site.
Ideal for serious imagers, advanced hobbyists, and observatory installations, the CGX is built to be your long-term astrophotography backbone.
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