CGX Mount and Tripod

Celestron's CGX is a computerized German equatorial mount designed to support both visual observing and astrophotography. With a 55 lb payload capacity, a belt drive system for minimal backlash, and internal cabling to prevent snags, the CGX is built for serious backyard astronomers. Key design goals included a lower profile EQ head for more compact and stable setup, a better drive system, remote operation-friendly features with home and limit optical sensors, easier polar alignment adjustments, and better cable management. A unique Celestron All-Star Polar Alignment program built into the NexStar hand control helps you perform precise computerized polar alignment in mere minutes using any bright star.