The wedge allows the astrophotographer to align the telescope's axis of rotation with the Earth's axis of rotation. This alignment eliminates stars in your long exposure photograph from appearing as a long arc, trail or streak due to an effect known as field rotation. For images under approximately 5 minutes a wedge is not necessary and the telescope can be set up in altitude-azimuth (alt-az) configuration as normally used for visual observation.
Features heavy duty cast aluminium construction with latitude and longitude fine adjustments and a compass to use the magnetic pole as a starting reference. For use with the Meade field tripods as supplied with all compatible models. Recommended for 8” telescopes. Compatible with Meade SC and ACF models including 2080, LX50, LX90 and LX200.
Note: Meade LX90 Adapter Plate required for use with all LX90 telescope models, available separately (SKU: 07389).
Note: Meade telescopes between 10" and 14" in aperture including LX90, LX200 and LX600 require the X-Wedge (SKU: 07028).
Carries full one year UK warranty by Opticstar on behalf of Meade Instruments Corp.
