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Astromaster 114

Posted: Thu Dec 29, 2022 5:06 pm
by Lord conDioin
I have an astromaster 114 standard mount. I would like to buy an eq mount for it and motorize. I cannot find info on what mount to buy or even where to buy it. I see telescopes with mounts but nowhere do I see just the mount. Please help.

Re: Astromaster 114

Posted: Thu Dec 29, 2022 5:19 pm
by KathyNS
Welcome to TSS!

While brick-and-mortar telescope stores are hard to find, there are lots of online retailers. The Celestron AVX mount is a good beginner's motorized goto EQ mount.

Re: Astromaster 114

Posted: Thu Dec 29, 2022 8:58 pm
by Lady Fraktor
The Celestron CG-4 is a smaller mount (20lb capacity) than the AVX but will handle the 114mm with ease.
It is a manual mount but single or dual motors are available as well as a height extension post and a goto kit if you do not mind ordering from UK

Since you are in Canada and if you do not mind buying used you can look for equipment here as well: https://www.astrobuysell.com

Good manual mounts: Celestron CG-4 & CG-5, Skywatcher EQ-3/2 & EQ-5, Orion Skyview Pro
GoTo mounts: Celestron ASGT or AVX (same mount different era), Skywatcher HEQ-5

Re: Astromaster 114

Posted: Thu Dec 29, 2022 11:56 pm
by JayTee
Welcome to TSS.

You may find this post very helpful. But it will generate more questions - which is good.

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